Velocette VALIANT: history, specs, pictures
| Velocette VALIANT | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1957 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | Four-stroke, flat twin |
| Bore / Stroke | 50.8mm x 50.8mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 11.94 HP (8.9 KW) @ 6000RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-Speed constant mesh Final Drive: Shaft |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Woodhead-Monroe springs with hydraulic damping |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.25 x 18" |
| Rear Tire | 3.25 x 18" |
| Wheelbase | 51.18 inches (1300 mm) |
| Seat Height | 29.02 inches (737 mm) |
| Weight | 115.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Velocette VALIANT was a Four-stroke, flat twin Classic motorcycle produced by Velocette in 1957. Claimed horsepower was 11.94 HP (8.9 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 50.8mm bore x 50.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 192.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 4-Speed constant mesh transmission. Power was moderated via the Dry, three-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.25 x 18" front tire and a 3.25 x 18" rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Woodhead-Monroe springs with hydraulic damping. The wheelbase was 51.18 inches (1300 mm) long.
1957 - 1964 Velocette VALIANT[edit | edit source]
Nice looking motorcycle, this Valiant, powered by a little OHV boxer engine with a cowling (Velocette preferred to call it a “bonnet”) over the top in an effort to give it somewhat sporty looks. It had a full cradle frame with a telescopic fork up front, a swingarm with shock absorbers at the rear, 4-speed gearbox and a curb weight of 270 pounds with 3.5 gallons in the tank—not bad. Engine output was said to be 12 horsepower at 7,000 rpm, with a top speed of around 70 mph. For a 200 (192cc in actuality), that was decent performance.