General İnformation |
| Model |
Ariel VB 600 |
| Year |
1957 |
| Category |
Allround |
Engine and transmission |
| Displacement |
598.00 ccm (36.49 cubic inches) |
| Engine type |
Sidevalve |
| Power |
18.00 HP (13.1 kW)) @ 4400 RPM |
| Top speed |
124.7 km/h (77.5 mph) |
| Compression |
6.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke |
86.4 x 102.0 mm (3.4 x 4.0 inches) |
| Fuel system |
Carburettor |
| Lubrication system |
Dry sump |
| Cooling system |
Air |
| Gearbox |
4-speed |
| Transmission type, final drive |
Chain |
| Driveline |
7.5 inch headlamp |
| 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 |
Full cradle |
| Front suspension |
Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension |
Dual shocks |
| Frame |
3.25-19 |
| Front tyre |
3.25-19 |
| Rear tyre |
3.25-19 |
| Front brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes |
Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Physical measures and capacities |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc |
167.8 kg (370.0 pounds) |
| Overall length |
2,184 mm (86.0 inches) |
| Overall width |
686 mm (27.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance |
127 mm (5.0 inches) |
| Wheelbase |
1,422 mm (56.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity |
15.90 litres (4.20 gallons) |
| Oil capacity |
3.40 litres (0.22 quarts) |
Other specifications |
| Starter |
Kick |
| Electrical |
6 Volt. |
