Velocette U (1928) vs Velocette LE MK1 (1948-50)
Comparison technical specifications
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| Make: | Velocette | Velocette |
| Model: | U | LE MK1 |
| Years: | 1928 | 1948-50 |
| Engine: | Two stroke, single cylinder | Four stroke, flat twin cylinder |
| Capacity: | 249 cc / 15.2 cub in. | 149 cc / 9.1 cub in |
| Bore x Stroke: | 63 x 80 mm | 44 x 49 mm |
| Cooling System: | Air cooled | Water cooled |
| Starting: | Kick start | Pull handle |
| Transmission: | 3 speed, hand controlled gearbox | 3 Speed |
| Final Drive: | Chain | Shaft |
| Front Suspension: | Webb forks | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension: | Spring loaded saddle | Dual coil springs and spring loaded seat |
| Front Brakes: | Drum | 5 x 0.75 in diameter offset drum |
| Rear Brakes: | Drum | 5 x 0.75 in diameter offset drum |
| Wheels: | Spokes | Spoked |
| Colours: | Black with gold pinstriping | Silver grey |
| Source: | Bohams | Wikipedia |