Ardie BD175: history, specs, pictures
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| Ardie BD175 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | BD 175 |
| Production | 1953 - 1957 |
| Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 60.0mm x 61.0mm |
| Top Speed | 59 mph (95 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 8.85 HP (6.6 KW) @ 5600RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor |
| Ignition | magneto |
| Transmission | Final Drive: chain |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 2.50-19 |
| Rear Tire | 2.50-19 |
| Weight | 238.1 pounds (108.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Ardie BD175 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Ardie between 1953 and 1957. It could reach a top speed of 59 mph (95 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 8.85 HP (6.6 KW) @ 5600 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 60.0mm bore x 61.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 172.0 cubic centimeters.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 2.50-19 front tire and a 2.50-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The bike weighed just 238.1 pounds (108.0 Kg).