Hercules 322: history, specs, pictures
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| Hercules 322 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1953 - 1958 |
| Engine | twin, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 52.0mm x 58.0mm |
| Top Speed | 75 mph (120 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 14.75 HP (11.0 KW) @ 5000RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic Rear: swingarm |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear Tire | 3.25-19 |
| Weight | 350.53 pounds (159.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.7 Gallon (14.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Hercules 322 was a twin, two-stroke standard produced by Hercules between 1953 and 1958. It could reach a top speed of 75 mph (120 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 14.75 HP (11.0 KW) @ 5000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled twin, two-stroke. A 52.0mm bore x 58.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 246.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 4-speed transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
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 front suspension was a telescopic while the rear was equipped with a swingarm. The 322 was fitted with a 3.7 Gallon (14.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 350.53 pounds (159.0 Kg).