Hercules K103: history, specs, pictures
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| Hercules K103 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | K 103, K103GS, K 103 GS, K103S, K 103 S |
| Production | 1962 - 1969 |
| Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 48.0mm x 54.0mm |
| Top Speed | 59 mph (95 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 8.05 HP (6.0 KW) @ 6000RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor. bing 22mm |
| Transmission | Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Rear: swingarm |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 2.75-21 |
| Rear Tire | 2.75-21 |
| Weight | 218.26 pounds (99.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Hercules K103S was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Hercules between 1962 and 1969. It could reach a top speed of 59 mph (95 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 8.05 HP (6.0 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 48.0mm bore x 54.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 97.0 cubic centimeters.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 2.75-21 front tire and a 2.75-21 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The K103S was fitted with a 3.43 Gallon (13.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 218.26 pounds (99.0 Kg).