Hercules 315: history, specs, pictures
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| Manufacturer | Hercules |
|---|---|
| Production | 1952 - 1953 |
| Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 65.0mm x 75.0mm |
| Top speed | 65 mph (105 km/h) |
| Horse Power | 12.47 HP (9.3 KW) @ 4650RPM |
| Fuel system | carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear Tire | 3.25-19 |
| Weight | 308.65 pounds (140.0 Kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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The Hercules 315 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Hercules between 1952 and 1953. It could reach a top speed of 65 mph (105 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 12.47 HP (9.3 KW) @ 4650 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 65.0mm bore x 75.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 247.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission.
Chassis
It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 3.25-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The 315 was fitted with a 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 308.65 pounds (140.0 Kg).