Velocette VOGUE: history, specs, pictures
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| Velocette VOGUE | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 1962 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | Four-stroke, flat twin, water cooled |
| Bore / Stroke | 50.8mm x 50.8mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 8.05 HP (6.0 KW) @ 5000RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-Speed Final Drive: Shaft |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Dual coil springs and spring loaded seat |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.25 x 18" |
| Rear Tire | 3.25 x 18" |
| Wheelbase | 51.61 inches (1311 mm) |
| Seat Height | 27.99 inches (711 mm) |
| Weight | 133.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.79 Gallon (3.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Velocette VOGUE was a Four-stroke, flat twin, water cooled Classic motorcycle produced by Velocette in 1962. Claimed horsepower was 8.05 HP (6.0 KW) @ 5000 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 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 Dual coil springs and spring loaded seat. The VOGUE was fitted with a 0.79 Gallon (3.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 51.61 inches (1311 mm) long.
1962 - 1968 Velocette VOGUE[edit | edit source]
The Vogue appeared in 1962, its design being based on the 192cc LE model.The engine was the same as the one found on the Mk.III. with a few very minor modifications. Unfortunately, not very many were sold, buyers choosing cheaper bikes that were on the market in that time.