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General information |
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Model name
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Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter |
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Year model
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1941 |
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Type
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Allround |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Engine size
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497.0 ccm (30.33 cubic inches) |
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Type of engine
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
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Effect
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24.0 HP (17.5 kW)) @ 6000 RPM |
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Compression
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6.0:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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86.4 x 85.0 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. Amal monoblock |
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Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
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Lubrication system
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Dry sump with dual plunger pumps |
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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 |
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Driveline
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Burman |
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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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Grider forks |
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Rear suspension
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Rigid |
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Front tire
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3.00-20 |
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Rear tire
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3.25-19 |
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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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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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190.0 kg (418.9 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.1263 HP/kg |
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Overall length
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2180 mm (85.8 inches) |
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Overall width
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640 mm (25.2 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1422 mm (56.0 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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13.25 litres (3.50 US gallons) |
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Oil capacity
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3.40 litres (3.59 US quarts) |
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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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6V battery. |
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Further information |
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