1956 Velocette Valiant

General motorcycle information

Model

Velocette Valiant

Year

1956

Engine and transmission

Displacement

11.72 cubic inches (192.0 ccm)

Engine type

Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke

Power

12.0 horsepowers (8.9 kiloWatts) at 6000 RPM

Torque

Compression

8:1

Bore x stroke

3.05 x 2.99 inches (50.0 x 49.0 mm)

Fuel system

Carburettor

Fuel control

Overhead Valves (OHV)

Cooling system

Air

Gearbox

Transmission type, final drive

Shaft drive (cardan)

Starter

Kick

Fuel consumption

Top speed

110.0 kmh (68.4 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre

3.25-18

Rear tyre

3.25-18

Front brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Front brakes diameter

7.93 inches (130.0 mm)

Rear brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Rear brakes diameter

7.93 inches (130.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight

255.7 pounds (116.0 kg)

Seat height

Wheelbase

Overall length

122.4 inches (2006 mm)

Overall width

44.2 inches (724 mm)

Overall height

58.9 inches (965 mm)

Ground clearance

Fuel capacity

3.17 gallons (12.0 litres)

Oil capacity

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