1952 Ariel VHA 500

Ariel VHA 500

General motorcycle information

Model
Ariel VHA 500
Year
1952
Category
Allround
Rating
  3.5 out of 5

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
-
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
370.4 pounds (168.0 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
3.50 gallons (13.2 litres)
Oil capacity
0.90 gallons (3.4 litres)

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