General İnformation |
| Model |
Ariel VHA 500 |
| Year |
1952 |
| Category |
Allround |
Engine and transmission |
| Displacement |
497.00 ccm (30.33 cubic inches) |
| Engine type |
All-alloy engine |
| Power |
24.00 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, final drive |
Chain |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
| Frame type |
Semi double cradle |
| Front suspension |
Grider forks |
| Rear suspension |
Rigid |
| Frame |
3.00-20 |
| Front tyre |
3.00-20 |
| Rear tyre |
3.25-19 |
| Front brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes diamete |
178 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| rear_brakes_diameter |
178 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Seat |
Single or dual seat |
Physical measures and capacities |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc |
168.0 kg (370.4 pounds) |
| Overall length |
2,180 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Overall width |
640 mm (25.2 inches) |
| Ground clearance |
140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase |
1,422 mm (56.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity |
13.25 litres (3.50 gallons) |
| Oil capacity |
3.40 litres (0.22 quarts) |
Other specifications |
| Color options |
Wedgwood Blue, Deep Claret Red |
