Differences between 1949 KH and KG models

[acattivelli]

Hello!

I own a 1949 Ariel twin motorcycle, and I am not sure if it is a KH or KG model. Can anyone tell me the differences between these models?

I attach a picture of my Ariel (with a non original carburetor mounted).

Any help will be appreciated!

[Roger Gwynn]

The differences vary over the years and is further complicated by the original customer being able to order non standard parts, so it is possible to have a mixture of the 2. The only way to be sure is to get a dating certificate that will tell you the model or just send me the numbers and I will look it up.

The main and usual differences are KH/KG - red/black, 20"/19" front wheel, carb size, polished inlet port/as cast, 'C' section mudguards/valanced mudguards. For singles can be added steel/cast iron crank, single port/twin port, high level pipes/low level pipes. These last 2 varied over the years

[acattivelli]

Hi Roger, thanks for your quick reply!
The numbers are:
MOTOR HT847
CHASIS HS323
Any information will be much appreciated!
Thanks again

[paul.jameson]

It was a KG, supplied to a dealer in Uraguay

[acattivelli]

Thanks Paul!