| MODEL | AJS SILVER STREAK 500 1938 |
| Year | 1938 |
| Engine Type | Single cylinder, single port, pushrod OHV |
| Displacement / Capacity | 498 cc / 30.4 cu in |
| Bore X Stroke | 82.5 x 93 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 5.9 or 7.1 : 1 |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Max Power | 3.7 kW / 4.98 hp |
| Max Torque | — |
| Ignition | — |
| Induction | Amal carburettor |
| Start System | Kick |
| TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Gear Box | 4 speed, Burman |
| Clutch | — |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| CHASSIS SPECS | |
| Frame | — |
| Front Suspension | Girder fork |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid, spring loaded saddle |
| Front Brakes | Drum |
| Rear Brakes | Drum |
| DIMENSION SPECS | |
| Overall Length | — |
| Overall Width | — |
| Overall Height | — |
| Seat Height | — |
| Wheelbase | — |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Dry Weight | 150 kg / 330 lbs |
| Wet Weight | — |
| WHEEL SPECS | |
| Front Tyre | — |
| Rear Tyre | — |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Fuel Capacity | 11 Litres / 3.0 US gal |
| Fuel Consumption | — |
| Top Speed | — |
The Silver Streak was a 1938 super-sport line offered in 250, 350 and 500 cc, finished with polished ports and heads and plenty of chrome plating. A low first gear and close ratios suited both trials-style going and fast road use.
