| General information |
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| Model: | Ariel Golden Arrow |
| Year: | 1962 |
| Category: | Sport |
| Rating: | 3.0 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | Twin, two-stroke |
| Power: | 16.0 HP (11.7 kW)) @ 6400 RPM |
| Top speed: | 132.0 km/h (82.0 mph) |
| Bore x stroke: | 54.0 x 54.0 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor. Amal monobloc 375 |
| Fuel control: | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Gearbox: | 4-speed |
Transmission type,
final drive: | Chain |
| Fuel consumption: | 2.94 litres/100 km (34.0 km/l or 80.01 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases: | 68.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | Backbone, steel |
| Front suspension: | Trailing link, oil-damped |
| Rear suspension: | Swingarm |
| Front tyre: | 3.25-16 |
| Rear tyre: | 3.25-16 |
| Front brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter: | 152 mm (6.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter: | 152 mm (6.0 inches) |
| Wheels: | Wire spoked |
| Seat: | Dual seat |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Dry weight: | 150.0 kg (330.7 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.1067 HP/kg |
| Seat height: | 762 mm (30.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wheelbase: | 1295 mm (51.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Color options: | White/gold |
| Comments: | Designed by Val Page. |
| Further information |
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| Ask questions | Join the 62 Ariel Golden Arrow discussion group or the general Ariel discussion group. |
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Racing track capabilities for the 1962 Ariel Golden Arrow:
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