| Attribute | Ariel KH 500 Red Hunter 1951 × | Norton International Model 30 1947 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1951 | 1947 |
| Make | Ariel | Norton |
| Model | Ariel KH 500 Red Hunter | Norton International Model 30 |
| Category | Allround | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor. Amal |
| Displacement (cm³) | 498 | 490 |
| Power (kw) | 20.5 | 21.5 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 56 | 79 |
| Stroke (mm) | 86 | 100 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | - |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) | Overhead Cams (OHC) |
| Ignition | Lucas | - |
| Clutch | Dry plate | - |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump | - |
| Compression | 7.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Exhaust system | 2-into-2 pipes | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Rigid | Plungers |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | - |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | - |
| Frame type | Duplex loop | Cradle |
| Front tyre | 3.00-20 | 3-21 |
| Rear tyre | 3.50-19 | 3.50-20 |
| Seat | Solo seat with springs | Single spring-mounted |
| Wheels | Wire spoked | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Kick | Kick |
| Color options |
| - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,422 | 1,391 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 177 | 176 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1158 | 0.1222 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 145 | 150 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 17 | - |