On Sunday, June 14, 2026, the Isle of Man Centre of the Velocette Owners’ Club will celebrate the centenary of Veloce’s first Isle of Man Tourist Trophy win with a ride around the TT circuit.
In 1926, the legend goes that following a test ride, star rider Alec Bennett, already a two-time Senior TT winner, said he’d ride a Velocette in the Junior TT, and if he didn’t win, he’d not expect to be paid.
Bennett’s confidence proved prescient, for he scorched to victory on his 350cc bevel-drive overhead camshaft model which, among its attributes, also included fully recirculating oiling. The motorcycle set the standard for what was required of a race winner, as well as spawning a legacy.
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Several events are planned for the centenary weekend. The celebration ride around the circuit is only open to Velocettes, although other marques are welcome at the other events. Anyone interested in attending is asked to contact [email protected]
