Attribute | ![]() Hercules A 175 1965 × | ![]() NSU Prima V 1964 × |
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General | ||
Production from (year) | 1965 | 1964 |
Make | Hercules | NSU |
Model | Hercules A 175 | NSU Prima V |
Category | Sport | Scooter |
Engine and transmission | ||
Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing 24mm | Carburettor |
Displacement (cm³) | 173 | 175 |
Power (kw) | 6.8 | 6.9 |
Cooling system | - | Air |
Transmission type,final drive | Chain | - |
Bore (mm) | 62 | 62 |
Stroke (mm) | 58 | 57.6 |
Gearbox | - | 4-speed |
Ignition | - | Battery |
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 | 3.25-16 | 3.50-10 |
Rear tyre | 3.50-16 | 3.50-10 |
Seat | Dual | Two single seats |
Wheels | Spoked | - |
Other | ||
Starter | - | Electric |
Dimensions | ||
Dry weight (kg) | 140 | 138 |
Power/weight ratio | 0.0486 | 0.05 |
Performance | ||
Fuel capacity (l) | 11.5 | - |