Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter (1932-59) technical specifications
Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter is produced in 1932-59. Engine is Four stroke, stroke, single cylinder, OHV, 2-valves, displacement 497 cc / 30.3 cu in , produces power 17.9 kW / 24 hp @ 6000 rpm. Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter top speed is 140 km/h / 87 mph. Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter weighs 190 kg / 418 lbs. Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter has 2 photos.
Technical specifications
+ Add to 'Compare list'Model: | VH 500 Red Hunter |
Years: | 1932-59 |
Engine: | Four stroke, stroke, single cylinder, OHV, 2-valves |
Capacity: | 497 cc / 30.3 cu in |
Bore x Stroke: | 86.4 x 85 mm (after 1936: 81.8 x 95) |
Cooling System: | Air cooled |
Compression Ratio: | 6.0:1 (after 1954: 6.8:1) |
Lubrication: | Dry sump with dual plunger pumps |
Oil Capacity: | 3.4 L / 0.9 US gal |
Exhaust: | High-set dual port exhaust |
Induction: | Carburetor, large bore down draught Amal |
Ignition: | Magnet/flywheel |
Battery: | 6V |
Starting: | Kick start |
Max Power: | 17.9 kW / 24 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Transmission: | 4-Speed |
Final Drive: | Chain |
Frame: | Semi double cradle |
Front Suspension: | Grider front forks |
Rear Suspension: | Rigid, springloaded saddle (after 1954: dual shocks) |
Front Brakes: | Drum |
Rear Brakes: | Drum |
Wheels: | Steel, laced wire spokes |
Front Rim: | 3.00 x 20 |
Rear Rim: | 3.25 x 19 |
Dimensions: | Length: 2180 mm / 85.8 in Width: 640 mm / 25.2 in |
Dry Weight: | 190 kg / 418 lbs |
Fuel Capacity: | 14.8 L / 3.9 US gal |
Braking 25 mph / 40 km/h - 0: | 7.3 m / 24 ft |
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph / 97 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
Top Speed: | 140 km/h / 87 mph |
Colours: | Chrome and red with gold linings |
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