Manufacturer Velocette Top speed 80mph | Production 1925-1948 Power 25bhp | |
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Engine 348cc, OHC air cooled single Transmission Four speed chain final drive | ||
The Velocette KSS is British motorcycle made by Velocette. The final development of the K series (the K stood for Camshaft (the owners of the company were originally German) and the SS for Super Sports) The KSS remained in production in various forms until 1948.
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Development
A production roadster motorcycle, the KSS was modified with a racing clutch and tuned to achieve 90mph around the Isle of Man TT course, largely due to the excellent handling. Important improvements included the positive-stop foot operated gear change from the Velocette KTT production racing version.
In 1936 Velocette developed the KSS Mk II which had a Velocette MKV KTT based chassis and a new engine with an alloy cylinder head. A touring version, the Velocette KTS was also developed with 19 inch wheels and matching mudguards.
Racing Success
Alec Bennett won the 1926 Junior TT a full ten minutes ahead of the next rider. He had a second place in 1927 and won again in 1928 and 1929.