Velocette MAF: history, specs, pictures

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Velocette MAF
Manufacturer Velocette
Production 1941
Class Classic
Engine Single cylinder, OHV, 4-stroke, air-cooled
Bore / Stroke 68.6mm x 68.6mm
Compression ratio 6.0:1
Horse Power 15.02 HP (11.2 KW) @ 6300RPM
Fuel system Carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 4-Speed, foot change gearbox

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Three-plate
Suspension Front: Webb girder style
Rear: Hydraulic shocks
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Front Tire 3.25 x 19"
Rear Tire 3.50 x 19"
Wheelbase 52.01 inches (1321 mm)
Dimensions L 85.0 inches (2159 mm)
W 27.99 inches (711 mm)
Seat height 27.6 inches (701 mm)
Fuel capacity 0.79 Gallon (3.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual
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The Velocette MAF was a Single cylinder, OHV, 4-stroke, air-cooled Classic motorcycle produced by Velocette in 1941. Claimed horsepower was 15.02 HP (11.2 KW) @ 6300 RPM.

Engine

A 68.6mm bore x 68.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 349.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a 4-Speed, foot change gearbox transmission. Power was moderated via the Three-plate.

Chassis

It came with a 3.25 x 19" front tire and a 3.50 x 19" rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Webb girder style while the rear was equipped with a Hydraulic shocks. The MAF was fitted with a 0.79 Gallon (3.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 52.01 inches (1321 mm) long.

1941 - 1950 Velocette MAF

1941 - 1950 Velocette MAF 1941 - 1950 Velocette MAF 1941 - 1950 Velocette MAF

The Velocette MAF was a military version of the Velocette MAC civilian motorcycle. The Velocette company had just began producing their 1940 civilian MAC model when wartime production requirements forced them to switch to the production of high-precision parts for military contracts. In addition, they were contracted to paint helmets for the British Army.