Positioned in Ariel's allround motorcycle lineup, the 1944 Ariel Ariel W-NG 350 pairs a 346 cc (21.1 cu in) air-cooled engine architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 5,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 49.2 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Ariel W-NG 350 measures 169 kg (373 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (9.92 kg per horsepower). The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Ariel archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1940 to 1944, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
49.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (9.92 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement346.00 ccm (21.11 cubic inches)
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power17.03 HP (12.4 kW)) @ 5800 RPM
Bore x Stroke72.0 x 85.0 mm (2.8 x 3.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionCoil
LubricationDry sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox4-speed
Final DriveChain
DrivelineBurman gear-box
Performance
Exhaust1-into-1 pipes
Chassis
Front SuspensionGrider fork
Rear SuspensionRigid
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre3.25-19
Rear Tyre3.25-19
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
WheelsWire spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight169.0 kg (372.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1008 HP/kg
Overall Length2,130 mm (83.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity12.00 litres (3.17 gallons)
Oil Capacity2.30 litres (0.15 quarts)
Other
StarterKick
Color OptionsMilitary green, Black
Electrical6V battery.
Carrying CapacityRear rack
Notes
Based on the Ariel Red Hunter for the British military. Sidecar option.
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