| General information |
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| Model | Ariel VHA 500 |
| Year | 1953 |
| Category | Allround |
| Rating | 3.3 Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement | 497.0 ccm (30.33 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Engine details | All-alloy engine |
| Power | 24.0 HP (17.5 kW)) @ 6000 RPM |
| Compression | 6.0:1 |
| 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 |
| Driveline | Burman |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type | Semi double cradle |
| Front suspension | Grider forks |
| Rear suspension | Rigid |
| Front tire | 3.00-20 |
| 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 | Single or dual seat |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 168.0 kg (370.4 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 | 13.25 litres (3.50 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 3.40 litres (3.59 US quarts) |
| Other specifications |
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| Color options | Wedgwood Blue, Deep Claret Red |
| Starter | Kick |
| Update specs | Report missing specs or required updates. |
| Further information |
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| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 53 Ariel VHA 500 discussion group or the general Ariel discussion group. |
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