Difference between revisions of "Velocette MT500"
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|name = Velocette MT500 | |name = Velocette MT500 | ||
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|class = | |class = Classic | ||
|engine = | |engine = Single, OHC, four-stroke, air-cooled | ||
|bore_stroke = | |bore_stroke = 81.3mm x 81.3mm | ||
|compression = 10.9:1 | |compression = 10.9:1 | ||
|top_speed = | |top_speed = | ||
|power = | |power = | ||
|torque = | |torque = | ||
|fuel_system = | |fuel_system = Carburetor | ||
|ignition = Bobine | |ignition = Bobine | ||
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The '''[[Velocette]] MT 500''' was a Single, OHC, four-stroke, air-cooled Classic [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Velocette]] in 1938. | |||
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Stopping was achieved via 7 in. drum in the front and a 7 indrum in the rear. The front suspension was a Webb fork with two friction dampers while the rear was equipped with a Swingarm with 2 shock absorbers. | Stopping was achieved via 7 in. drum in the front and a 7 indrum in the rear. The front suspension was a Webb fork with two friction dampers while the rear was equipped with a Swingarm with 2 shock absorbers. | ||
== Photos == | == Photos == | ||
<gallery mode='packed-hover'> | |||
File:Velocette-mt500-03.jpg|600px|Velocette MT500 | |||
File:velocette-mt500-02.jpg|600px|Velocette MT500 | |||
File:velocette-mt500-01.jpg|600px|Velocette MT500 | |||
</gallery> | |||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
MT | MT |
Latest revision as of 14:25, 20 December 2019
Velocette MT500 | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 2 units |
Class | Classic |
Engine | Single, OHC, four-stroke, air-cooled |
Bore / Stroke | 81.3mm x 81.3mm |
Compression ratio | 10.9:1 |
Fuel System | Carburetor |
Ignition | Bobine |
Transmission | 4 Speed, foot operated |
Frame | Single cradle frame |
Suspension | Front: Webb fork with two friction dampers Rear: Swingarm with 2 shock absorbers |
Brakes | Front: 7 in. drum Rear: 7 indrum |
Weight | |
Manuals | Service Manual |
The Velocette MT 500 was a Single, OHC, four-stroke, air-cooled Classic motorcycle produced by Velocette in 1938.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Air cooled cooled Four stroke, single cylinder, OHC. The engine featured a 10.9:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
Stopping was achieved via 7 in. drum in the front and a 7 indrum in the rear. The front suspension was a Webb fork with two friction dampers while the rear was equipped with a Swingarm with 2 shock absorbers.
Photos[edit | edit source]
Overview[edit | edit source]
MT 500: MT 500 was never sold as a racer, but two machines were built for Stanley Woods and Ted Mellors. They were made late in 1938 and looked similar to the Mk VIII
but had a swingarm rear suspension. The frame was modified slightly to the raise the engine. The bore and stroke of 81 mm and 96 corresponded to that of the 500 cc MSS.
Make Model | Velocette MT 500 |
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Year | 1938 |
Production | 2 units |
Engine Type | Four stroke, single cylinder, OHC |
Displacement | 494.7 cc / 30.2 cub in |
Bore X Stroke | 81 x 96 mm |
Compression | 10.9:1 |
Cooling System | Air cooled |
Lubrication | Dry sump |
Carburetor | Amal RN |
Ignition | Bobine |
Starting | Kick start |
Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
Transmission | 4 Speed, foot operated |
Final Drive | Chain |
Frame | Single cradle frame |
Front Suspension | Webb fork with two friction dampers |
Rear Suspension | Swingarm with 2 shock absorbers |
Front Brakes | 7 in. drum |
Rear Brakes | 7 indrum |
Colours | Racing |
Source | Wikipedia |