Hercules 317: history, specs, pictures
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| Hercules 317 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1953 - 1956 |
| Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 62.0mm x 66.0mm |
| Top Speed | 59 mph (95 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 10.73 HP (8.0 KW) @ 5000RPM |
| 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 | 264.55 pounds (120.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Hercules 317 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Hercules between 1953 and 1956. It could reach a top speed of 59 mph (95 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 10.73 HP (8.0 KW) @ 5000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 62.0mm bore x 66.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 197.0 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 317 was fitted with a 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 264.55 pounds (120.0 Kg).