2025
Ariel Ace

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Capacity: 1237.0 ccm
Engine: V4, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: Not on record
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Seat height: 745 mm
Power: 173.0 HP (126.3 kW)) @ 10000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering65%

City riding55%

Daily riding55%

Touring30%

Two-up35%

Track45%

Best for: Naked bike built for its class - spirited or performance riding.
Built for: A naked bike from Ariel, built around a 1237cc engine - a real production model, but this profile is formula-generated from its class and spec sheet rather than individually reviewed.
Not ideal for: Not for new riders or heavy touring.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 745mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2025 Ariel Ace, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1237.0 ccm
Engine type: V4, four-stroke
Power: 173.0 HP (126.3 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Torque: 131.0 Nm (13.4 kgf-m) @ 8750 RPM
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 60.0 mm
Fuel system: Injection
Fuel control: Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system: Liquid

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed

Dimensions & weight

Seat height: 745 mm
Wheelbase: 1541 mm
Fuel capacity: 12.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame type: Anodised machined and welded aluminium perimeter frame
Front suspension: Showa 43mm adjustable cartridge type telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Pro link single sided swing arm. Showa adjustable damper

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. 6 piston radial calipers.
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. 2 piston sliding caliper.
Wheels: Various options.

Other

Motorcycle name: Ariel Ace
Year: 2025
Category: Naked bike
Engine details: Honda V4 unicam engine
Top speed: 265.0 km/h (164.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.10 seconds
Transmission type: Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Exhaust system: Stainless steel
Front tire: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire: 190/50-ZR17
Diameter: 320 mm
Seat: Various options.
Color options: Red/white/gold, White/black, custom colors
Starter: Electric
Instruments: Digital LCD display with gear indicator, datalogging capability.
Light: LED headlamp, LED brake/stop lamp, LED indicators
Comments: Switchable traction control. Optional carbon parts. Optional DCT Dual Clutch.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2016	2019	2021	2024	2025	2026
Capacity	1237.00 ccm (75.48 cubic inches)	1237.0 ccm (75.48 cubic inches)	1237.0 ccm (75.48 cubic inches)	1237.0 ccm (75.48 cubic inches)	1237.0 ccm (75.48 cubic inches)	1237.0 ccm (75.48 cubic inches)
Seat height	745 mm (29.3 inches)	745 mm (29.3 inches)	745 mm (29.3 inches)	745 mm (29.3 inches)	745 mm (29.3 inches)	745 mm (29.3 inches)
Fuel capacity	12.00 litres (3.17 gallons)	12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)	12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)	12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)	12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)	12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Color options	Red/white/gold, White/black, custom colors	Red/white/gold, White/black, custom colors	Red/white/gold, White/black, custom colors	Red/white/gold, White/black, custom colors	Red/white/gold, White/black, custom colors	Red/white/gold, White/black, custom colors