1959 Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter

Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter 1959


1959 Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter
Year 1959
Category Allround
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 497.0 ccm (30.33 cubic inches)
Engine type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 26.0 HP (19.0 kW)) @ 6000 RPM
Top speed 132.8 km/h (82.5 mph)
Compression 6.8:1
Bore x stroke 81.0 x 95.0 mm (3.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel system Carburettor. Amal monoblock
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Lubrication system Dry sump with dual plunger pumps
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 4-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Dry
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 Semi double cradle
Front suspension Grider forks
Rear suspension Twin shocks
Front tire 3.25-20
Rear tire 3.25-19
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 178 mm (7.0 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 178 mm (7.0 inches)
Wheels Dunlop tyres.
Seat Dual seat
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 170.1 kg (375.0 pounds)
Overall length 2180 mm (85.8 inches)
Overall width 640 mm (25.2 inches)
Ground clearance 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1422 mm (56.0 inches)
Fuel capacity 17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons)
Oil capacity 3.40 litres (3.59 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options Deep red
Starter Kick
Light 7.5 inch headlamp
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Further information
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