Velocette MAC

A reliable single-cylinder, the MAC coped well with the low-grade post war petrol and was a popular commuter and touring motorcycle.

[2] In October 1939 a Velocette MAC was purchased by the British War Office Army Mechanisation Experimental Establishment (MEE) at Cove in Hampshire for testing its suitability for military use.

The tests were successful but a number of modifications were suggested and in 1940 the Velocette MAC was modified into a military specification.

A strong carrying rack replaced the rear pillion seat[5] and the headlamp was masked to comply with blackout regulations.

[5] A myth persists that a large consignment of Velocette MAC (WD) intended for use in France was lost in the English Channel while being delivered.

[citation needed] The Velocette MAF had the foot gear change mechanism reversed to make it the same as the other military motorcycles in use at the time.

1936 Velocette MAC Sport
Velocette MAC engine