Technical specifications
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Venom |
| Years: |
1955-70 |
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Production:
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5 721 units
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Engine:
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Four stroke, single cylinder,
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Capacity:
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499 cc / 30.5 cub in
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Bore x Stroke:
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86 x 86 mm
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Compression Ratio:
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8.0:1
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Cooling System:
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Air cooled
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Lubrication:
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Wet sump
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Exhaust:
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Single
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Spark Plug:
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KLG FE100 / Champion N3 / NGK B8ES, Lodge 3HLN
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Ignition:
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Belt driven dynamo, after 1962: Lucas system
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Starting:
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Kick start
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Max Power:
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25 kW / 34 hp @ 6200 rpm
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Clutch:
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Dry, three-plate
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Transmission:
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4 Speed constant mesh, close ratio
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Final Drive:
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Chain
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Wheelbase:
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1365 mm / 53.75 in
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Front Suspension:
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Telescopic fork with hydraulic damping and an offset wheel spindle
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Rear Suspension:
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Woodhead-Monroe springs with hydraulic damping, later Armstrong and Girling, adjustable
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Front Brakes:
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7.5 x 1.5 in drum
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Rear Brakes:
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7 x 1 in drum
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Front Wheel:
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WM2 x 19
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Rear Wheel:
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WM2 x 19
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Front Tyre:
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3.25 x 19 in
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Rear Tyre:
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3.25 x 19 in
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Rake:
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27°
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Fuel Capacity:
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13.6 L / 3.6 US gal
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Dry Weight:
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177 kg / 390 lbs
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Top Speed:
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161 km/h / 100 mph
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Colours:
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Black with gold pin striping
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Source:
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Wikipedia
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