1956 Ariel VB 600

Ariel VB 600
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General motorcycle information

Model
Ariel VB 600
Year
1956
Category
Allround
Rating
  3.7 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
36.49 cubic inches (598.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke
Power
18.0 horsepowers (13.4 kiloWatts) at 4400 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6:1
Bore x stroke
5.27 x 6.22 inches (86.4 x 102.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
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
124.7 kmh (77.5 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
3.25-19
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
370.0 pounds (167.8 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
86.8 inches (1422 mm)
Overall length
133.3 inches (2184 mm)
Overall width
41.9 inches (685 mm)
Ground clearance
7.8 inches (127 mm)
Fuel capacity
4.20 gallons (15.9 litres)
Oil capacity
0.90 gallons (3.4 litres)

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