c.1960 Velocette Valiant
No Reserve

Registration No: ULA 173
Frame No: Not visible
MOT: Exempt

• From a large private collection of motorcycles
• One of only around 1,600 produced
• A nicely-mellowed older restoration

The Velocette Valiant was launched at the 1956 Earls Court Motorcycle Show and produced from 1957 to 1963. Unfortunately, it was deemed somewhat costly for a 192cc flat-twin, so just 1,600 were produced during the six years of production and survivors today are correspondingly quite rare. It reflected Velocette’s policy of trying to appeal to two very different types of motorcyclist during the mid-1950s. Alongside the larger and more conventional M-series, they produced a series of enclosed, small-capacity, four-stroke flat-twins for the commuter market, when most of their competitors were producing two-stroke singles.

This c.1960 Valiant was purchased by the late vendor in fully restored condition for his very diverse collection of predominantly British motorcycles. While it still presents very well, it has acquired a light patina and will require some recommissioning before it is used again. Bidders should note the registration ‘ULA 173’ is not presently known to the DVLA, but after recommissioning and registration this should make for a wonderful and unusual machine to enjoy just as it is. Indeed, with its enclosed and economical engine, it could still be an excellent machine for commuting and running errands round town today.

For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217