Hartford HD200S vs Hercules 317 (2014)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hartford HD200Sstacks up against the Hercules 317. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Hartford HD200S | Hercules 317 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2014 | 1956 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 197 cc | 197 cc |
| Horsepower | 14 hp | 11 hp |
| Torque | 11 Nm | — |
| Weight | 130 kg | 120 kg |
| Seat height | 30 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 2.4 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | — |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 90/90-18 / 130/90-18 | 3-19 / 3-19 |
Hartford HD200S vs Hercules 317 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Hartford HD200S and the Hercules 317 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hartford HD200S brings 14 hp in a 130 kg package, while the Hercules 317 counters with 11 hp at 120 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike:

