ARIEL 500 VH W/NG

 Based on aW/NG frame with later tele forks. I've had this motorcycle for the best part of 20 years and it doesn't look likeit's going to be completed any time soon. by me at least!Good bits. I made enquiries as to what would be best for the engine so I had Ron Lewisbuild a VH based engine. incorporating steel flywheels. and open valve head. Ron built the engine incorporating a bolt through cylinder eliminating the weak spotof using studs to hold the barrel to the crankcase. New guides. valve springs and spacerfor the 10tt9 carb (not currently fitted but comes with the bike)bored to 85mm and fittedwith a Gold Star piston. new big end assy. small end and balanced crankshaft  etc etc etc!Has a BTH mag which has been completely rebuilt. Currently running a standard Amal. Had the wheels looked at and new 19" tyres fitted. All bearings. chains. clutch linings etcall checked/replaced. I start the engine at least once a year and run the bike around the garden. It's on Castrol R40I tried starting it today. but at 2Centigrade it was rather unenthusiastic. Not so good bits. I never had a V5 with the bike. but I do have the dating certificates from Draganfly for bothframe and engine. Bike is 1940. engine 1951. I spoke to them a month ago and apparentlythey are still acceptable documentation for an age related registration. Right hand fork leg bent. so comes with a pair of straight forks. (really should be girdersanyway!)Cylinder head and barrel have the odd fin damaged. Rear original mudguard. has suffered from shed internment. The tank has a crease on the top. The trials type footrest will need fettling and fitting. There is no stand and there is nolighting. Comes with a box of bits including the very very nice TT carb. This would make a great sprinter/trials or road bike with the appropriate paperwork. I'm sure I've missed something!Please view before bidding. Postcode ME19 5LD. Any Q's please ask .

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