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Velocette Venom
1963Allround

Velocette Venom

Key specifications

Engine
499 cc
Power
34 HP
Weight
177 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
Velocette
Model
Venom
Category
Allround
Power
34.00 HP (24.8 kW)) @ 6200 RPM
Top Speed
160.9 km/h (100.0 mph)
Fuel System
Carburettor. Amal
Bore X Stroke
86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Compression
8.0:1
Displacement
499.00 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Cooling System
Air
Engine Details
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Lubrication System
Wet sump
Transmission Type Final Drive
Chain
Dry Weight
177.0 kg (390.2 pounds)
Power Weight Ratio
0.1921 HP/kg
Seat
Dual seat
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Suspension
Swingarm with coil-over shocks
Front Suspension
Telescopic