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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Ariel LH 200 Colt |
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Model year
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1956 |
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Category
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Allround |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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197.0 ccm (12.02 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
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Power output
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10.0 HP (7.3 kW)) @ 5600 RPM |
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Top speed
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100.0 km/h (62.1 mph) |
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Compression
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7.5:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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60.0 x 70.0 mm (2.4 x 2.8 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor |
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Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
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Ignition
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Battery/coil |
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Cooling system
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Air |
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Gearbox
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4-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Clutch
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Dry multiplate |
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Fuel consumption
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3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.21 mpg) |
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Greenhouse gases
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81.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
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Exhaust system
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1-into-1 pipes |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Semi double cradle |
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Front suspension
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Telescopic hydraulic fork |
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Rear suspension
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Plungers |
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Front tire
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2.75-19 |
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Rear tire
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2.75-19 |
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Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Wheels
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Wire spoked |
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Seat
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Dual seat |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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123.0 kg (271.2 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.0813 HP/kg |
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Overall length
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2030 mm (79.9 inches) |
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Overall width
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640 mm (25.2 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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11.00 litres (2.91 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Starter
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Kick |
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Electrical
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6 Volt system |
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Further information |
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Rating sample for this Ariel bike
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Value for money for the 1956 Ariel LH 200 Colt:
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