These are the known mechanical and performance specifications for your 1953 Vincent Series C Rapide.
Basic Specs

Engine
Displacement998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Type
DetailsV2, four-stroke
Max RPM
Compression6.5:1
Bore/Stroke84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
FuelingCarburettor. Amal 276
IgnitionLucas magneto
Exhaust2 into 1
LubricationDry sump
CoolingOil & air
Drivetrain
Gearbox4-speed
Final DriveChain
ClutchDry Shoe with single plate servo assist
Driveline
Performance
Horespower45.00 HP (32.8 kW)
Torque
Top Speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
Fuel Economy & Polution
Fuel Consumption5.50 litres/100 km (18.2 km/l or 42.77 mpg)
Fuel Capacity17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)
Emissions127.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeEngine stressed member w/triangle rear
Rake
Trail
Front SuspensionGirdraulic - Hydraulic dampened Girder
Front Travel76 mm (3.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionMonoshock with twin spring boxes
Rear Travel102 mm (4.0 inches)
Seat
Seat Height813 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height826 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Total Height1,080 mm (42.5 inches)
Total Length2,172 mm (85.5 inches)
Total Width654 mm (25.8 inches)
Ground Clearance152 mm (6.0 inches)
Wheelbase1,435 mm (56.5 inches)
Dry Weight206.0 kg (454.2 pounds)
Wet Weight
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire/Tyre300-20
Rear Tire/Tyre350-19
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Two 7´ drums single leading
Front Brake Diameter178 mm (7.0 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Two 7´ drums single leading
Rear Brake Diameter178 mm (7.0 inches)
Wheels
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