Ariel Ace, a limited-edition motorcycle released in 2015. The motorbike was designed in collaboration with design and engineering firm, Xenophya Design, and was built by Surrey-based bespoke motorcycle builders at Harris Performance.
The Ariel Ace featured a bespoke frame, high-end suspension components, and a hand-built engine. The motorbike was powered by a 1237cc four-cylinder engine that produced 173hp and 131Nm of torque. The engine was coupled with a six-speed gearbox and featured a wet multiplate slipper clutch.
The motorcycle weighed just 225kg and boasted a top speed of around 165mph. The Ariel Ace’s styling took inspiration from the café racer and naked sport segments, and featured a retro-modern design with a minimalist, streamlined silhouette.
The motorbike came equipped with premium components, including Öhlins suspension, Brembo brakes, and a lightweight carbon-fiber bodywork. The Ace also featured LED lighting, a digital instrument cluster, and a keyless ignition system.
Only 10 examples of the Ariel Ace were produced, all of which were sold exclusively through luxury British department store Harrods. Priced at £50,000 ($63,500), the limited-edition motorbike was designed for discerning collectors and enthusiasts who valued exclusivity and originality.
Overall, the Ariel Ace was a high-performance motorcycle that combined modern engineering with classic design elements to create a unique and unforgettable riding experience.
Technical specifications:
| Make Model | Ariel Ace |
|---|---|
| Year | 2015 |
| Production | 100 – 150 per annum |
| Engine | Four stroke, V4 cylinder |
| Capacity | 1237 cc / 75.5 cu in |
| Bore x Stroke | 81 x 60 mm |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Exhaust | 4-into-1, stainless steel |
| Starting | Electric |
| Max Power | 129 kW / 173 hp @ 10000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 129 Nm / 13.2 kgf-m / 95 ft-lbs @ 8750 rpm |
| Clutch | Manual and Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) |
| Transmission | 6-Speed, Auto, Sport or Manual |
| Final Drive | Shaft |
| Frame | Aluminium, machined from solid billet |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork or Ariel girder fork, Ohlins TTX |
| Rear Suspension | Prolink single sided cast aluminium swingarm, Ohlins mono-shock adjustable for damping and rebound |
| Front Brakes | Twin Nissin 320 mm floating discs with 6 piston calipers, ABS, traction control |
| Rear Brakes | Single 276 mm disc with 2 piston caliper (plus park brake), ABS, traction contol |
| Wheels | 5 and 7 Spoke alloy or BST full carbon fibre and aluminium |
| Front Rim | 3.5 x 17 |
| Rear Rim | 6.0 x 17 |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 190/55 ZR17 |
| Rake | 21.8 degrees – 28.4 degrees (standard mid-point 25.1 degrees) |
| Wheelbase | 1541 – 1563 mm / 60.7 – 61.5 in |
| Seat Height | From 745 – 825 mm / 29.3 – 32.5 in |
| Fuel Capacity | Ranging between 14.1 to 21.3 L (3.7 to 5.6 US gal) |
| Acceleration | 0-60 mph / 97 km/h (claimed): 3.4 sec |
| Top Speed (claimed) | 266 km/h / 165 mph |
