Yamaha CT1B 175 vs Hercules K 180 Military (1992)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha CT1B 175stacks up against the Hercules K 180 Military. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha CT1B 175Hercules K 180 Military
Model year19701992
Price
Engine175 cc178 cc
Horsepower16 hp17 hp
Torque12 Nm
Fuel capacity1.9 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires3.25-18 / 3.25-18

Yamaha CT1B 175 vs Hercules K 180 Military — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha CT1B 175 and the Hercules K 180 Military usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha CT1B 175 brings 16 hp, while the Hercules K 180 Military counters with 17 hp.

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: