Vincent HRD Series B Rapide: history, specs, pictures
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Manufacturer | Vincent HRD |
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Production | 1946 - 1951 |
Engine | v2, four-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 84.0mm x 90.0mm |
Top speed | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Horse Power | 43.99 HP (32.8 KW) @ 5500RPM |
Fuel system | carburettor. amal |
Battery | 6.8:1 |
Transmission | Final Drive: chain |
Suspension | Front: gilder fork with coil over shock Rear: triangulated swingarm with coil over shocks |
Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
Wheelbase | 55.51 inches (1410 mm) |
Weight | (dry), 206.4 kg (wet) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
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The Vincent HRD Series B Rapide was a v2, four-stroke standard produced by Vincent HRD between 1946 and 1951. It could reach a top speed of 110 mph (177 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 43.99 HP (32.8 KW) @ 5500 RPM.
Engine
A 84.0mm bore x 90.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 998.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Chassis
Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a gilder fork with coil over shock while the rear was equipped with a triangulated swingarm with coil over shocks. The wheelbase was 55.51 inches (1410 mm) long.