1958 Ariel vh 500 motorcycle SOLD

Very good condition.
excellent starter and runner in current use. The electrical system has been upgraded in areas and is charging well.
family owned since 2003 until last year. During this time the following have been attended to:-
magneto and dynamo rebuilt new armature
crankshaft rebuilt
cylinder re sleeved
front forks new bushes and seals
break shoes relined. All of the above work has been professionally completed.
After the full restoration of the bike, the speedo was zero'd. The current reading are miles since rebuild.
new wiring loom with new modern gel battery and new connections.
historic vehicle tax and mot exempt but does have a current mot.
this winter the bike has been fully recommissioned including oils, plug replaced, points checked, carrburation set. Chain and tyres in good condition.
the petrol tank has been lined against modern petrol and a new petrol tap fitted.
I had intended keeping this as my only bike but i have moved on from this style and performance of bike. This is a delightful bike.

Ariel manuals and suitable wiring diagram will accompany when sold.

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