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1988Hercules K 125 Military

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The 1988 Hercules K 125 Military is a lightweight, air-cooled single-cylinder motorcycle designed for practical, everyday riding and military applications. Its modest 12.5 hp output and 130 kg weight make it ideal for riders seeking economical, reliable transportation. Best known for durability and simplicity, this utilitarian machine excels in rugged terrain and basic commuting.

Capacity
124.0 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Wet weight
130.0 kg
Seat height
Not on record
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Power
12.5 HP (9.2 kW) @ 7000 RPM
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Other years 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 13Agility 63Comfort 35Off-road 55Touring 20Road manners 30
Off-road & trail55%
Cornering25%
City riding40%
Daily riding30%
Touring15%
Two-up10%
Track5%
Best for
Built as a military utility bike, it prioritizes light weight, simplicity, and mechanical robustness over speed or comfort.
Built for
A rugged, no-nonsense two-stroke single with modest performance, drum brakes, and utilitarian military-spec construction.
Not ideal for
This is not the bike for riders wanting speed, highway touring capability, or modern comfort and braking performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
124.0 ccm
Power
12.5 HP (9.2 kW) @ 7000 RPM
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0962 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
54.0 x 54.0 mm
Compression
9.0:1
Cooling system
Air
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Performance
Top speed
100.0 km/h (62.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wet weight
130.0 kg
Fuel capacity
15.00 litres
Seat height
Not on record - add it
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Ground clearance
Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Expanding brake
Rear brakes
Expanding brake
Front tyre
3.25-18
Rear tyre
3.50-18

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 19801983198519881990
Capacity 124 cc 124 cc 124 cc 124 cc 124 cc
Fuel capacity 15 L 15 L 15 L 15 L 15 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Hercules K 125 Military?

The 1988 Hercules K 125 Military has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Hercules K 125 Military have?

The 1988 Hercules K 125 Military has a Power of 12.5 HP (9.2 kW) @ 7000 RPM.

How many gears does the Hercules K 125 Military have?

The 1988 Hercules K 125 Military has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the Hercules K 125 Military weigh?

The 1988 Hercules K 125 Military has a Wet weight of 130.0 kg (286.6 pounds).

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