Highlights

Only two former registered keepers
Extensively rebuilt between 2004 and 2009, including a professional respray
Authenticated by the Velocette Owners Club
Accompanied by rebuild photo documentation and a list of specialist companies involved
Recently recommissioned with significant mechanical attention

The Appeal

The Velocette Venom is one of the most celebrated British singles ever produced. Born from the Hall Green factory's tradition of meticulous engineering, the 500cc high-camshaft engine delivered genuine performance that earned the model its fearsome reputation on road and track, most famously at Montlhéry, where a Venom set a remarkable 24-hour endurance record.

This example has led a sheltered life in the hands of just three keepers from new. The second registered keeper held the bike from 1963 until 2004, when it passed to a dedicated Velocette enthusiast in Essex who carried out an extensive rebuild over five years. The Velocette Owners Club subsequently inspected the machine and confirmed its authenticity, describing it as a "very nice Venom, looks like a new bike."

The current vendor acquired the bike approximately two years ago and has invested considerable time and money in recommissioning it. With 22,490 miles on the odometer, believed correct by the vendor, and supported by its VOC authentication and rebuild records, this Venom warrants close attention.

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Key Information

Mileage: 22,490 miles (indicated, unwarranted, believed correct by the vendor)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT-exempt
Technical specs: 500cc single-cylinder OHV petrol, four-speed manual
Paperwork: Velocette Owners Club inspection certificate, rebuild photo documentation, list of specialist companies involved in the restoration, original number plates (5827 HX) included

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The Detail

Engine number VM4016 and frame number RS14198, confirmed authentic by the Velocette Owners Club
Stripped to the bare frame and extensively rebuilt between 2004 and 2009
Professional respray carried out as part of the rebuild
Total restoration expenditure of over £4,300, including £350 on the petrol tank
Electrics original 6 volt with bright LED lighting
Engine fitted with crankcase breather back to oil tank.
New tyres
Approximately 2,000 miles covered between the rebuild completion in 2009 and 2024
Reconditioned Amal Monobloc carburettor fitted with a red trumpet
The vendor reports the bike starts easily both hot and cold and runs well
Bright front-facing indicators fitted
Reverse-facing indicators fitted for the rider to confirm when indicators are active
Roll-on roll-off centre stand fitted
Current registration XUV 123 is not original, as the relevant DVLA office records were destroyed by fire
Original number plates 5827 HX are included
The vendor states it may be possible to reclaim the original registration through the DVLA

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