Norton Commando 750 Interstate (1972)

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The Norton Commando 750 Interstate (1972) is a classic motorcycle with a four-stroke, parallel twin-cylinder, pushrod engine. It has a capacity of 745 cc and produces a maximum power of 65 hp at 6500 rpm. The compression ratio is 9.4:1 and the motorcycle has a cooling system that relies on air cooling. For induction, the bike uses two 30 mm Amal concentric carburetors. The ignition system is 12V and alternator-based, while the starting system is both electric and kick. The motorcycle comes with a 4-speed transmission and a chain final drive. The front suspension is built with telescopic forks while the rear suspension consists of dual shocks that are adjustable in five ways. The front brakes have a single disc while the rear brakes have a 178 mm drum twin-leading shoe. The dry weight of the motorcycle is 448 lbs and it has a fuel capacity of 25 liters. The top speed of the motorcycle is 175 km/h or 108 mph, which makes it a speedy and efficient bike built for speed enthusiasts.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Norton Commando 750 Interstate

Year: 1972


Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, push rod, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 745 cc / 45.5 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 73 x 89 mm
Compression Ratio: 9.4:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Induction: 2 x ~A30mm Amal concentric carburetors
Ignition: 12V, alternator
Starting: Electric and kick
Max Power: 65 hp / 47 kW @ 6500 rpm
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks, 5-way adjustable
Front Brakes: Single disc
Rear Brakes: ~A178 mm Dum, twin leading shoe

Front Tyre: 4.10-19
Rear Tyre: 4.10-19
Dry Weight: 203 kg / 448 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 25 Litres / 6.6 US gal
Top Speed: 175 km/h / 108 mph

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