Enfield Classic Desert Storm vs Velocette Venom (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Enfield Classic Desert Stormstacks up against the Velocette Venom. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecEnfield Classic Desert StormVelocette Venom
Model year20191969
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower27 hp34 hp
Torque41 Nm
Fuel capacity3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 2-piston caliperExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-19 / 120/80-18

Enfield Classic Desert Storm vs Velocette Venom — which should you buy?

Picking between the Enfield Classic Desert Storm and the Velocette Venom usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Enfield Classic Desert Storm brings 27 hp, while the Velocette Venom counters with 34 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: