Nova Motorcycles-1960 Velocette Venom Clubman

Happy Thanksgiving! This week we thought we'd give you a Thanksgiving treat that's truly a feast for the eyes. Sayre take us on a walk around of his very own Velocette Venom. A beautiful piece of British iron that is thoroughly and thoughtfully engineered. If you happen to be in England, and recognize the original license plate, we'd love to hear from you!
We also did a nice photoshoot with this bike, and if you'd like a closer look you can see it here:
luxmachina.pixieset.com/sayre...
Cheers!

[@johnwilcox4078]

I have a couple of vintage Bonnevilles and a Commando, so I'm a Chevy/Ford guy, lol! But I do understand the Velocette thing. As Jay said, they were hand built low volume production bikes built by enthusiasts for enthusiasts. A Velocette would be a fine addition to anyone's stable, especially mine ☺️

[@oldschoolmotorsickle]

Quite a lovely one. Keep it sorted and ride it everywhere! Like a blood horse, it needs regular exercise! Great video.

[@frederickbowdler8169]

Good velocette history😊

[@54macdog]

Great to see this bike being used and not a display piece.

[@TornadoCAN99]

I'm about the acquire my first Velocette, a '54 MSS (the all alloy 500cc engine) from UK. Also own a Norton Commando. Very much looking forward to comparing and contrasting the two bikes...

[@AuxesisHyperbole666]

Sounds like it went to the right bloke - very knowledgeable and sympathetic. Nice vlog.

[@andrewplumb6544]

I washonoured to be the owner of a bitsa Venom constructed from a Venom engine in viper frame back in the early 70s. I remember the clutch adjusting, but it was worth it. It was so light. Much better frame than the triumphs or Bsas so it zipped round the n. Essex lanes easily at illegal speeds. Couldn't keep the generator in the cradle for love nor money! But above all else it was low. The seat height suited my 66 inch frame. Never had the valve lifter operational

[@paulbannon498]

My older friend built a venom out of a viper 350 in the 80s and I really coveted it in a most unhealthy way (sorry John). But boy to hear him start it up and ride off they had so much presence. It's hard to define but great to experience.

[@justdad53]

Very nice indeed!

[@franzbranntewein1534]

It hurts to see how he treats the poor Velo!

[@itsmeyoufool37]

Lovely. The sound, thanks for that

[@grahambaker9377]

Nicely presented wonderful motorcycle

[@Shadrach666]

Use a hair-dryer on the leads and carb to warm them and dry them before you try to start it in the winter mate.

[@krtt750]

You are a lucky young man!

[@lindsaysampford3190]

What you have there is a bike first registered in the Wimbledon area of London. The last two letters (LA) are the indicators. If you were to contact the DVLA in the UK, they would be able to give you the exact date of the registration (they can be quite obliging !). The registration is shown as ‘Vehicle details could not be found’ , which is what you would expect if it is no longer registered in the UK, it also shows that that number was never re-issued so still up for grabs should you and your bike decide to move here!

[@novamotorcycles]

Thanks for looking into it!

[@cbaboxsqueeze]

The Miller lighting set wasn't up to the job, battery gradually discharged riding with full beam.

[@novamotorcycles]

Which is why we snuck a kubota 12v alternator and rectifier/regulator into this one. Don't tell!

[@nickwinn7812]

@@novamotorcycles I noticed the non standard alternator. I still have the abysmal dynamo on mine. Can you give me details of the Kubota alternator please!

[@frederickbowdler8169]

One of the most annoying aspects of motorcycles above 250 cc was starting and the Kickstarter.