Yamaha RD 125 LC vs Hercules 313 Starr (1983)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha RD 125 LCstacks up against the Hercules 313 Starr. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha RD 125 LCHercules 313 Starr
Model year19831957
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower17 hp7 hp
Weight90 kg
Fuel capacity3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.25-18 2.75-19 / 2.75-19

Yamaha RD 125 LC vs Hercules 313 Starr — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha RD 125 LC and the Hercules 313 Starr usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha RD 125 LC brings 17 hp, while the Hercules 313 Starr counters with 7 hp at 90 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: