Velocette GTP (1930-46)
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| Make: | Velocette |
| Model: | GTP |
| Years: | 1930-46 |
| Engine: | Two-stroke, Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 249 cc / 15.2 cub in |
| Bore x Stroke: | 63 x 80 mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 6.5:1 |
| Cooling System: | Air cooled |
| Lubrication: | Dry sump |
| Carburetor: | Amal, twist grip control |
| Exhaust: | 1-into-2, chrome plated silencers with fish tail mufflers |
| Ignition: | Coil in conjunction with Miller |
| Starting: | Kick start |
| Clutch: | Wet multi-plate |
| Transmission: | Early models: 3 Speed, hand operated Later models: 4 Speed, foot operated |
| Final Drive: | Chain |
| Gear Ratios (3-speed): | 1st 13.5 / 2nd 7.7 / 3rd 5.33:1 |
| Wheelbase: | 1270 mm / 50 in |
| Seat height: | 686 mm / 27 in |
| Ground Clearance: | 140 mm / 5.5 in |
| Front Suspension: | Webb fork with shock absorber and steering damper |
| Rear Suspension: | None, spring loaded seat |
| Front Brakes: | 6 in. drum, internal expanding |
| Rear Brakes: | 6 in. drum, internal expanding |
| Wheels: | Spokes |
| Front Tyre: | 3 x 25 in., Avon |
| Rear Tyre: | 3 x 25 in., Avon |
| Fuel Capacity: | 6.6 L / 1.75 US gal |
| Dry Weight: | 101 kg / 222 lbs (light set included) |
| Colours: | Black with gold pin striping |
| Source: | Wikipedia, Bohams |