Hercules 311: history, specs, pictures
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| Hercules 311 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1950 - 1953 |
| Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 52.0mm x 58.0mm |
| Top Speed | 47 mph (75 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 4.83 HP (3.6 KW) @ 5000RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor |
| Transmission | Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic Rear: rigid |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 2.50-19 |
| Rear Tire | 2.50-19 |
| Weight | 198.42 pounds (90.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.77 Gallon (10.50 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Hercules 311 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Hercules between 1950 and 1953. It could reach a top speed of 47 mph (75 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 4.83 HP (3.6 KW) @ 5000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 52.0mm bore x 58.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 123.0 cubic centimeters.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 2.50-19 front tire and a 2.50-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic while the rear was equipped with a rigid. The 311 was fitted with a 2.77 Gallon (10.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 198.42 pounds (90.0 Kg).