1960 Velocette Venom

Velocette Venom 1960


1960 Velocette Venom specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Motorcycle name Velocette Venom
Year of manufacture 1960
Type Allround
Rating 3.3  Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Type of engine Single cylinder, four-stroke
Output 34.0 HP (24.8 kW)) @ 6200 RPM
Top speed 100.0 km/h (62.1 mph)
Compression 8.0:1
Bore x stroke 86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel system Carburettor. Amal
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition Belt driven dynamo
Lubrication system Wet sump
Cooling system Air
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Dry-three plate
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle) 27.0°
Front suspension Telescopic
Rear suspension Swingarm with coil-over shocks
Front tire 3.25-19
Rear tire 3.25-19
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Seat Dual seat
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.1921 HP/kg
Wheelbase 1391 mm (54.8 inches)
Fuel capacity 13.60 litres (3.59 US gallons)
Other specifications
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