LOT 276

1965 Velocette 499cc Venom Clubman Registration no. LNR 281E Frame no. RS 18723 Engine no. VM 6173

Sold for £6,325 inc. premium

Lot 276

1965 Velocette 499cc Venom Clubman

The Autumn Stafford Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|13 October 2024, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1965 Velocette 499cc Venom Clubman
Registration no. LNR 281E
Frame no. RS 18723
Engine no. VM 6173

This matching-numbers Venom Clubman was despatched from the Hall Green factory on 31st December 1965 to the agent Petty in Leicester, remaining in the dealer's showroom until it was sold to its first private owner in July 1967. 'LNR 281E' was acquired by the current vendor in August 2011 and completely restored over the next nine-or-so years. A logbook detailing the rebuild is on file together with supporting documents. The frame and cycle parts have been repainted; the front forks rebuilt; the brakes reconditioned; a new-old-stock Amal carburettor fitted; a new wiring harness installed; and the engine completely overhauled including a rebore, new piston, and conversion to the later (MkII) type of engine breather. The gearbox likewise has been completely rebuilt and the clutch overhauled with a roller release bearing and new plates and springs. Upgrades include an electric starter; rear-set footrest conversion kit; 12V electrics; LED lighting; a roll-on centre stand; and Pazon electronic ignition with warning lamp. Last run in September 2024, the machine comes with all the special tools required and all the original parts including a competition magneto. Accompanying documentation includes the original and continuation old-style logbooks and a V5C.

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