ARIEL VB 600 1933-59
THE SPECIALIST
Ariel owners are well served by their club’s comprehensive spares scheme, assisted by the Selly Oak manufacturer’s policy of commonality of parts. The surplus of spares from the wartime W/ NG has helped restorers of prewar models. Owners of later bikes benefit from the acquisition of NOS purchases. Then, as stocks run low, replacement items are sourced, almost exclusively from British suppliers. The scheme relies heavily on the energy and enthusiasm of Peter Kemp, obviously a man well-placed to advise on the VB 600 and to whom we are indebted.
■ Ariel Owners’ MCC: www.arielownersmcc.co.uk
MODEL HISTORY
The VB 600 first appeared in 1933, but had much in common with the preceding 557cc side-valve models included in Val Page’s updates
