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General information |
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Model
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Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter |
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Year of manufacture
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1956 |
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Type
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Allround |
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Rating
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3.6 Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
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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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Output
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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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81.0 x 95.0 mm (3.2 x 3.7 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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Telescopic fork |
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Rear suspension
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Twin shocks |
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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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Diameter
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178 mm (7.0 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Diameter
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178 mm (7.0 inches) |
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Wheels
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Dunlop tyres. |
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Seat
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Dual seat |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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170.1 kg (375.0 pounds) |
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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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Ground clearance
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140 mm (5.5 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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16.00 litres (4.23 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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Further information |
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Rating sample for this Ariel bike
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Fun-factor for the 1956 Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter:
 (71.7 out of 100)
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