A1/A7 Series

Engine: 250/350cc two-stroke twins Weight: 145-159kg Top speed: 95-105mph Year: 1967-1971 Disc valve twins (Samurai and Avenger respectively) that totally rewrote the perception of Japanese strokers. Fast yet civilised and built up to a specification, not down to price. Relatively uncommon and overshadowed by the later triples. Two distinct looks; early models restrained Sixties styling, later models sleeker and less fussy. SS or street scrambler versions run two pipes up LHS. They give a singularly unique riding experience.