Lot details Registration No: 162 LJO Frame No: RS16922 Engine No: VM5416 cc: 500 MOT Expiry Date: None
Introduced in 1956, the Venom sports roadster was derived from the touring MSS. The latter disappeared from the range in 1948, re-appearing in 1954 with a new swing arm frame and telescopic fork. The engine too was also updated, changing to "square" bore and stroke dimensions of 86x86mm and gaining an alloy cylinder barrel and head. Engine development pursued as part of the scrambles programme bore fruit in 1956 in the shape of the high-performance Venom and its 350cc sibling, The Viper. The MSS frame and forks were retained for the newcomers, but full width alloy hubs were adopted to boost braking power and smart chrome mudguards were fitted to enhance the models "sporting image", The Venom remained in production until Velocette ceased production in 1971, consequently, the Venom represents the final glorious flowering of the traditional British sports single, and today these supremely well engineered thoroughbreds are highly sought after.
This Venom was acquired by its previous owner in 2002 as a "basket case". The machine has since been the subject of a complete "last nut and bolt" restoration with everything refurbished, rebuilt or replaced. It is in standard Venom specification, with the modification of a Thruxton clutch and belt primary drive, its restoration was completed at the end of 2005 and it was acquired by the vendor in 2006 and has now covered less than 700mls since its rebuild. The original registration number as shown on the accompanying old-style buff book has been secured from DVLA and the machine is offered with restoration invoices and Swansea V5 registration Document.
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