Wanted: Front wheel brake plate rim 4088-30

[Paul_B]

Hello,

I'm looking for a Brake plate rim (part no: 4088-30) for a front wheel hub on an early 1930's single Ariel (VG).

Draganfly used to do these but they're no longer available.

Thanks

[nevhunter]

Someone might spin one up for you and you can finish it off by filing the inner edge. Nev

[david.anderson]

You could try Overlander, Barry Bligh. While he is getting on and has cut back on a lot of what is on his site he may be able to help.
Overlander Motorcycle Equipment https://dropbears.com/overlander/
Classic Motorcycle parts by Overlander Equipment https://dropbears.com/overlander/classic.htm
David

[Vincent.vanGinneke]

https://www.arielklub.sk/inzerat-25251- ... titu-Ariel

and if needed, the rear
https://www.arielklub.sk/inzerat-25250- ... rok.1930-3

[nevhunter]

Some are chromed. Stainless may be a option. Barry specialises in SS. Rivet it on with small rivets., I haven't dealt with him for years Hope he's OK. Nev

[david.anderson]

Nev
A couple of years ago Barry had someone working in the business with him and I thought he was going to take over the business and Barry would retire. However, I just purchased some stainless fork seal holders from him and tried to also purchase stainless Ariel bend handlebars. He told me that he had no more 7/8 tube stock and would not be buying any more, but he still made 3 pair of fork seal holders for me at $70 a pair. He never mentioned any employee and indicated that he is winding down. I am amazed that he is actually still working. His collection of vintage European bikes is amazing.
David

[nevhunter]

Still lying in a pile on shelves?. Thanks for the Info david. Nev

[Paul_B]

Thank you for the replies everyone. As I'm in the UK, the nicely made Slovakian club rims look the closest and most promising. Thanks

[wade.edwards]

Nev and David,
I bought several stainless parts from Barry many years ago, including one set of handlebars, 1” tube stretched to 7/8”, to suit Ariel. Couldn’t have been easy.

He was very engaging. I did send a couple iof examples from Canada for patterns.

Does Barry open his collection to the public?
I am planning to spend some time in Melbourne with family, (your summer), 2026/27. Dropping by his establishment would be highly entertaining.

Are you aware of vintage motorcycle events in southern Victoria that I could get to?