| Attribute | James Commodore 250 1957 × | Panther 65 Springer 1958 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1957 | 1958 |
| Make | James | Panther |
| Model | James Commodore 250 | Panther 65 Springer |
| Category | Allround | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 249 | 248 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 66 | 60 |
| Stroke (mm) | 73 | 88 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | - |
| Ignition | - | Magneto |
| Clutch | - | Dry multiplate |
| Compression | - | 6.5:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Hydraulic telescopic | Hydraulic telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm-two shocks | Swingarm |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 3.25-18 | 3.25-19 |
| Rear tyre | 3.25-18 | 3.25-19 |
| Seat | Dual | Dual |
| Wheels | Spoked | - |