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1956 Hercules 316 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Hercules for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1956 Hercules 316 relies on a 98 cc (6 cu in) single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 3 HP (2.2 kW) at 4,000 rpm. With a specific output of 30.6 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the 316 measures 74 kg (163 lbs) dry. The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 60 km/h (37 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Hercules archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1951 to 1956, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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