AJS Model 30 600 vs BMW R60US (1969)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the AJS Model 30 600stacks up against the BMW R60US. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAJS Model 30 600BMW R60US
Model year19571969
Price
Engine593 cc594 cc
Horsepower33 hp30 hp
Weight178 kg
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake). Single
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.50-18.00 / 3.50-18.00

AJS Model 30 600 vs BMW R60US — which should you buy?

Picking between the AJS Model 30 600 and the BMW R60US usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the AJS Model 30 600 brings 33 hp in a 178 kg package, while the BMW R60US counters with 30 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: