LOT 129

c.1957 Velocette 349cc Viper Registration no. unregistered (see text) Frame no. RS10291 Engine no. VR2432 (see text)

Estimate: £3,800 - £4,500

Lot 129

c.1957 Velocette 349cc Viper

The Autumn Stafford Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|12 October 2024, 14:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

c.1957 Velocette 349cc Viper
Registration no. unregistered (see text)
Frame no. RS10291
Engine no. VR2432 (see text)

"One's outstanding impression is of the exceptional flexibility and smoothness of the engine – it seems almost incredible that so much docile punch should be the product of no more than one cylinder and an 8.5:1 compression ratio," enthused Motor Cycling about its test Viper, summarising characteristics that will be familiar to anyone who has ever ridden one of Hall Green's delightful high-camshaft singles.

The high-performance 500cc Venom and its 350cc sibling, the Viper, were launched in 1956. The MSS frame and forks were retained for the newcomers while full-width alloy hubs were adopted to boost braking power and smart chromed mudguards fitted to enhance the models' sporting image.
Ideal for Historic sprints and hill climbs, this Velocette Viper special consists of a frame dating from late 1957 and an engine built in 1959. It should be noted that the registration number 'WSM 635' which appears on the machine is not recorded in either the DVLA or HPI records, nor are there any documents present relating to said registration. Please also note that the machine was accompanied by documents for the registration number 'RTY 105', which matches the engine number 'VR2432' but lists a different frame number; hence this motorcycle is offered unregistered and without documentation. Its degree of completeness and mechanical condition are not known and thus the machine is offered for restoration sold strictly as viewed.

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