Ariel Motor re-entering two wheeler market with ACE (A Customizable Motorcycle)

We already reported you that the British auto maker, Ariel Motor has decided to re-enter the two wheeler market. Now, the company has revealed street fighter and racer versions of a highly customizable machine- ACE, which is nearing its launch.

Ariel is better known for its bare-bone, four-wheeled track machine- Atom. However, this is not the first time when the company is introducing a two-wheeler. It was a renowned name in the sector from 1902 before folding in BSA.

The new Ariel ACE has been crafted from high quality Honda parts and shares the heart of Honda VFR1200F. The motorcycle also has an Atom effect as it gets a bare-bone chassis, which allows different customisations.

Powered by a 1237cc, V-4 engine, the bike delivers 173bhp of maximum power at 10,000rpm and the top torque value goes upto 131Nm at 8,750rpm. The gearbox is optional and you can chose from 6-speed manual and switchable Honda's DCT unit.

The bike is capable to do a 0-100kmph mark in mere 3.4 seconds, while achieving a top speed of 265kmph. Many of the other parts including seat, fuel tank, suspensions, exhaust, etc. are customizable with optional seat height and wheelbase.

Starting price of the Ariel ACE has been set at £20,000 (approx Rs. 20.45 lakh according to the current exchange rates), which includes 20% VAT.


Ariel ACE Technical Specifications:

Engine
76 degree, 1237cc, Unicam Honda V4
Bore x Stroke:  81mm x 60mm
Throttle: Ride by wire
Power: 173bhp @10,000rpm
Torque: 131Nm @8,750rpm

Gearbox
A 6 speed manual sequential
B DCT switchable auto with sport and manual push button control
   Switchable traction control

Fuel
A 14.1 litres
B 18.6 litres
C 21.3 litres

Exhaust
Stainless steel exhaust, option of silencers

Chassis
Anodised machined and welded aluminium frame
Adjustable rake angle 21.8 degrees – 28.4 degrees

Suspension
A Front Ariel Girder with TTX damper
   Adjustable compression, rebound and spring preload
B Front Telescopic forks
   Adjustable compression, rebound and spring preload
   Rear Pro link single sided swing arm
   Adjustable compression rebound and spring preload

Braking
Front: Twin 320mm floating discs with 6 piston radial callipers
Rear: Single 276mm floating disc with 2 piston sliding calliper
Electronic ABS front and rear

Wheels
Front: 17x3.5
Rear: 17x6

Tyres
Front: 120/70ZR17
Rear 190/55ZR17

Instruments
Digital LCD display with datalogging capability and gear indicator

Lighting
LED headlamp, LED brake/stop lamp, LED indicators

Bodywork
Composite and carbon fibre

Seat Height
A 745mm
B 784mm
C 825mm

Wheelbase
A 1541mm
B 1552mm
C 1563mm

Performance
0 -60 mph 3.4 seconds (0-100kph)
Top speed 165mph (265kph)