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£1,100
1960 Velocette LE, 200cc. Registration Number 400 THK, Frame Number 1976/34, Engine Number 1976/3.
Sold with V5C (non-transferable number), previous test certificate, original service manual and several LE Velo Club magazines.
Launched in 1948, as the 'motorcycle for everyman', the Velocette LE addressed the criticisms most often levelled at motorcycles - that they were noisy, dirty and needed special clothing to ride - achieving impressive levels of silence, comfort and practicality. Sadly for the LE, its arrival coincided with the start of the scooter boom; asked to compete against Italian style, Velo's ugly duckling never stood a chance, even after the side valve flat twin's performance had been boosted by a capacity increase from 149 to 192cc in 1950. It was, however, a big success with UK Police forces - for whom its attributes were more important than its appearance - gaining the sobriquet 'Noddy Bike' as a result.
Acquired by our vendor in 2018, and in very nice restored condition, we are informed that it starts and rides well. The coolant has been drained for storage and must be refilled prior to any future use.
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15% inc VAT*
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18.6% inc VAT*
