The Ariel Red Hunter was the name used for a range of Ariel Single Cylinder Motorcycles, designed by Val Page in 1932. The Red Hunter proved a success and formed the backbone of the company, this success enabled Ariel to purchase Triumph. The 500 could accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 10.9 seconds, when production was recommenced after the Second World War, telescopic forks and alloy cylinder head were added. The following year this model could be ordered with the optional Anstey Link plunger rear suspension, the primary drive used a single row chain, with a spring type shock absorber built into the crankshaft sprocket to reduce abruptness and consequent stretch on the chain which was previously always a concern. A dry clutch passed power through a four speed Burman gear box. The frame was pre-war in style, with a single down tube from the steering head, connecting with two tubes that cradled the engine. After World War II, the Red Hunter became Ariel`s best-selling motorcycle, with numerous successes in trials as well as scrambles and road-racing.
This Ariel Red Hunter presents in good condition having been a display piece for the past 6 years.
Offered at Auction by Donington Auctions on 17 November 2019
