| Attribute | Velocette Venom 1969 × | Triumph Speed Twin 5T 1966 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1969 | 1966 |
| Make | Velocette | Triumph |
| Model | Velocette Venom | Triumph Speed Twin 5T |
| Category | Allround | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor. Amal |
| Displacement (cm³) | 499 | 498 |
| Power (kw) | 24.8 | 19.7 |
| Cooling system | Air | - |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 86 | - |
| Stroke (mm) | 86 | - |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Lubrication system | - | Dry sump |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm with coil-over shocks | Swingarm with coil-over shocks |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Seat | - | Dual seat |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,391 | 1,400 |