Attribute | ![]() DKW RT 200 VS 1956 × | ![]() Hercules R 200 1960 × |
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General | ||
Production from (year) | 1956 | 1960 |
Make | DKW | Hercules |
Model | DKW RT 200 VS | Hercules R 200 |
Category | Sport | Scooter |
Engine and transmission | ||
Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing | Carburettor. Bing 24mm |
Displacement (cm³) | 197 | 191 |
Power (kw) | 8 | 7.4 |
Cooling system | Air | Air |
Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
Bore (mm) | 66 | 65 |
Stroke (mm) | 58 | 58 |
Gearbox | 4-speed | 4-speed |
Chassis | ||
Front suspension | Telescopic | - |
Rear suspension | Swingarm | - |
Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Front tyre | 3-18 | 3.50-10 |
Rear tyre | 3-18 | 3.50-10 |
Seat | Dual | Dual |
Wheels | Spoked | - |
Other | ||
Starter | - | Electric |
Dimensions | ||
Dry weight (kg) | 131 | 144 |
Power/weight ratio | 0.0611 | 0.0514 |
Performance | ||
Top speed (km/h) | 110 | 98 |