1956 Ariel KH 500 Fieldmaster

General motorcycle information

Model

Ariel KH 500 Fieldmaster

Year

1956

Engine and transmission

Displacement

30.39 cubic inches (498.0 ccm)

Engine type

Twin, 4 stroke

Power

28.0 horsepowers (20.9 kiloWatts) at 6500 RPM

Torque

Compression

6.8:1

Bore x stroke

3.42 x 5.25 inches (56.0 x 86.0 mm)

Fuel system

Carburettor

Fuel control

Overhead Valves (OHV)

Cooling system

Air

Gearbox

4-speed

Transmission type, final drive

Chain

Starter

Kick

Fuel consumption

3.04 litres/100 km, 32.9 km/l or 77.4 mpg

Top speed

145.0 kmh (90.1 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre

3.00-20

Rear tyre

3.50-19

Front brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Rear brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight

390.2 pounds (177.0 kg)

Seat height

48.0 inches (787 mm)

Wheelbase

86.8 inches (1422 mm)

Overall length

133.3 inches (2184 mm)

Overall width

41.9 inches (685 mm)

Ground clearance

8.5 inches (139 mm)

Fuel capacity

4.49 gallons (17.0 litres)

Oil capacity

1.00 gallons (3.8 litres)

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