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MotoLibrary Score
32/100Commuter
Power
2 HP
Engine
198 ccm
Technical Overview
1898 Ariel De Dion Tricycle Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Ariel's allround motorcycle lineup, the 1898 Ariel De Dion Tricycle utilizes a 198 cc (12.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 2.3 HP (1.6 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through belt final drive. With a specific output of 11.6 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
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