Hercules 314: history, specs, pictures
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| Hercules 314 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1951 - 1952 |
| Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 58.0mm x 66.0mm |
| Top Speed | 53 mph (85 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 8.31 HP (6.2 KW) @ 4500RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor |
| Transmission | Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 3-19 |
| Rear Tire | 3-19 |
| Weight | 260.15 pounds (118.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Hercules 314 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Hercules between 1951 and 1952. It could reach a top speed of 53 mph (85 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 8.31 HP (6.2 KW) @ 4500 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 58.0mm bore x 66.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 174.0 cubic centimeters.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3-19 front tire and a 3-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The 314 was fitted with a 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 260.15 pounds (118.0 Kg).