Ariel NH350 Red Hunter
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| Ariel Red Hunter | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | KH500, KH 500, KH500 Red Hunter, KH 500 Red Hunter, VH500 Red Hunter, VH 500 Red Hunter, NH350 Red Hunter, NH 350 Red Hunter |
| Production | 1945 - 59 |
| Engine | Four stroke, single cylinder, OHV |
| Compression ratio | 6.2:1 (after 1957: 7.5:1) |
| Top Speed | 117 km/h / 72.7 mph |
| Ignition | Magneto/flywheel |
| Battery | 6V |
| Transmission | 4-Speed |
| Frame | Semi-double cradle |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork, hydraulic Rear: Plungers |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Weight | 159 kg / 350.5 lbs (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 11 L / 2.9 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
It could reach a top speed of 117 km/h / 72.7 mph.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Air cooled cooled Four stroke, single cylinder, OHV. The engine featured a 6.2:1 (after 1957: 7.5:1) compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Dry, multiplate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork, hydraulic while the rear was equipped with a Plungers. The NH350 Red Hunter was fitted with a 11 L / 2.9 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 159 kg / 350.5 lbs.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Ariel NH 350 Red Hunter
| Make Model | Ariel NH 350 Red Hunter |
|---|---|
| Year | 1945 - 59 |
| Engine Type | Four stroke, single cylinder, OHV |
| Displacement | 346 cc / 21.1 cu in |
| Bore X Stroke | 72 x 85 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression | 6.2:1 (after 1957: 7.5:1) |
| Exhaust | 1-into-1 |
| Induction | Carburetor |
| Ignition | Magneto/flywheel |
| Battery | 6V |
| Starting | Kick start |
| Max Power | 14.2 kW / 19.4 hp @ 5800 rpm |
| Clutch | Dry, multiplate |
| Transmission | 4-Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Gear Ratios | (20T sprocket) 1st 15.3 / 2nd 10.1 / 3rd 7.3 / 4th 5.7:1 (19T sprocket) 1st 16.1 / 2nd 10.6 / 3rd 7.7 / 4th 6.0:1 (18T sprocket) 1st 17.0 / 2nd 11.2 / 3rd 8.2 / 4th 6.4:1 (17T sprocket) 1st 18.0 / 2nd 11.9 / 3rd 8.7 / 4th 6.8:1 |
| Frame | Semi-double cradle |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork, hydraulic |
| Rear Suspension | Plungers |
| 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 | 159 kg / 350.5 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 11 L / 2.9 US gal |
| Top Speed | 117 km/h / 72.7 mph |