Velocette 350 & 500 Singles 1946 to 1970

Peter Henshaw has been an enthusiast for anything with wheels since he was a child – everything from bicycles to 500hp tractors. He was Editor of Motorcycle Sport & Leisure for five years before going freelance, and now contributes to a whole raft of transport magazines and websites, including The Vintagent (motorcycles), A to B (cycling) and Tractor (as it says …) as well as editing Vintage & Classic Motorcycle. But this petrolhead is becoming increasingly green – now doesn't fly, doesn't own a car, rides the most economical motorcycle on the market, and for local journeys uses a bicycle or pedelec.

• Intro1 - Is it the bike for you?2 - Cost considerations3 - Living with a Velocette4 - Relative values5 - Before you view6 - 10min evaluation7 - Key points8 - Serious evaluation9 - Auctions10 - Paperwork11 - What's it worth to you?12 - Do you really want to restore?13 - Paint faults14 - Lack of use problems15 - The community16 - Vital statistics

essential reading for anyone seeking sound advice ... Easy to follow and utterly reliable ... If you already own a Velocette single, or are thinking of doing so, GBP12.99 is a very small price to pay for this utterly invaluable guide. Old Bike Mart Henshaw provides enough information on the "idiosyncrasies" of Velocette singles to make it apparent that while these are great old bikes, they are not for everyone, but when it comes to considering a purchase, his book really is. UltimateMotorcycling.com This is a truly comprehensive guide and is thoroughly recommended to anyone contemplating buying a Velocette 350 or 500 single. On The Level This handy pocket sized book is not only an interesting read but will repay the purchase price many times over. South East Biker Magazine