1955 Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter

Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter
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Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter
Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter

General motorcycle information

Model
Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter
Year
1955
Category
Allround
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Engine and transmission

Displacement
30.33 cubic inches (497.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke
Power
24.0 horsepowers (17.9 kiloWatts) at 6000 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
6:1
Bore x stroke
4.94 x 5.80 inches (81.0 x 95.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
-

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.00-20
Rear tyre
3.25-19
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Front brakes diameter
10.86 inches (178.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brakes diameter
10.86 inches (178.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
375.0 pounds (170.1 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
86.8 inches (1422 mm)
Overall length
133.0 inches (2180 mm)
Overall width
39.0 inches (640 mm)
Ground clearance
8.5 inches (139 mm)
Fuel capacity
4.23 gallons (16.0 litres)
Oil capacity
0.90 gallons (3.4 litres)

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