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Ariel VB 600 19561956 Ariel VB 600 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
1956 Ariel VB 600. Image credits - Bazoom.dk.
| General information | |
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| Model name | Ariel VB 600 |
| Year model | 1956 |
| Type | Allround |
| Rating | 3.7 Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 598.0 ccm (36.49 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Engine details | Sidevalve |
| Effect | 18.0 HP (13.1 kW)) @ 4400 RPM |
| Top speed | 124.7 km/h (77.5 mph) |
| Compression | 6.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 86.4 x 102.0 mm (3.4 x 4.0 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal monobloc 376/13 |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Dry, multiplate |
| Driveline | 7.5 inch headlamp |
| Fuel consumption | 3.04 litres/100 km (32.9 km/l or 77.38 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 70.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Full cradle |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Dual shocks |
| Front tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear tire | 3.25-19 |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Wheels | Wire spoked. Dunlop tyres. |
| Seat | Single seat |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 167.8 kg (370.0 pounds) |
| Overall length | 2184 mm (86.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 686 mm (27.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 127 mm (5.0 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1422 mm (56.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.90 litres (4.20 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 3.40 litres (3.59 US quarts) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter | Kick |
| Electrical | 6 Volt. |
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| Further information | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 56 Ariel VB 600 discussion group or the general Ariel discussion group. |
| Related bikes | List related bikes for comparison of specs. |
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