MV Agusta 125 SS vs Hercules 311 (1978)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MV Agusta 125 SSstacks up against the Hercules 311. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMV Agusta 125 SSHercules 311
Model year19781953
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower14 hp5 hp
Weight90 kg
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.00-18 2.50-19 / 2.50-19

MV Agusta 125 SS vs Hercules 311 — which should you buy?

Picking between the MV Agusta 125 SS and the Hercules 311 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MV Agusta 125 SS brings 14 hp, while the Hercules 311 counters with 5 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: