| General information |
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| Model: | Ariel KH 500 Red Hunter |
| Year: | 1949 |
| Category: | Allround |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | Twin, four-stroke |
| Power: | 28.03 HP (20.5 kW)) @ 6500 RPM |
| Top speed: | 145.0 km/h (90.1 mph) |
| Compression: | 7.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 56.0 x 86.0 mm (2.2 x 3.4 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor |
| Fuel control: | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition: | Lucas |
| Lubrication system: | Dry sump |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Gearbox: | 4-speed |
Transmission type,
final drive: | Chain |
| Clutch: | Dry plate |
| Exhaust system: | 2-into-2 pipes |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | Duplex |
| Front suspension: | Telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension: | Rigid |
| Front tyre: | 3.00-20 |
| Rear tyre: | 3.50-19 |
| Front brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Wheels: | Wire spoked. Dunlop tyres. |
| Seat: | Solo seat |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Dry weight: | 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.1584 HP/kg |
| Seat height: | 787 mm (31.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall length: | 2,184 mm (86.0 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,422 mm (56.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Color options: | Red |
| Starter: | Kick |
| Comments: | Ariel was bought by BSA in 1944. |
| Further information |
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