Norton Classic (1987)

The Norton Classic Rotary was a limited production motorcycle that was released in 1987 with only 100 units produced. It featured a twin-chamber, rotary engine with a capacity of 588cc and a compression ratio of 8.6:1. The bike was air-cooled and had an electric starting system. It boasted a maximum power output of 79 horsepower at 9000 rpm with a 5-speed transmission and 18-plate clutch providing propulsion. The Norton Classic Rotary had a chain final drive system and featured front suspension with approximately 38mm telescopic forks providing front wheel travel of 130mm. The rear suspension was supported by twin Girling gas units with 3-way preload, Koni shocks. The bike featured 2 x 265mm discs for front brakes and a single 265mm disc for the rear brake. It had alloy wheels with 100/90-18 front tires and 110/80-18 rear tires. The bike weighed 235kg or 518lbs with a fuel capacity of 23L or 6.1 US gals. The Norton Classic Rotary reportedly could reach a top speed of 209km/h or approximately 130mph, though this is a claimed number.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Norton Classic Rotary

Year: 1987

Production: 100 units

Engine: Twin chamber, rotary

Capacity: 588 cc / 35.9 cu in

Compression Ratio: 8.6:1

Cooling System: Air cooled

Starting: Electric

Max Power: 58.9 kW / 79 hp @ 9000 rpm

Clutch: 18-Plate

Transmission: 5 Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Front Suspension: ~A38 mm Telescopic forks

Front Wheel Travel: 130 mm / 5.1 in

Rear Suspension: Twin Girling gas units, 3-way preload, Koni

Front Brakes: 2 x ~A265 mm discs

Rear Brakes: Single ~A265 mm disc

Wheels: Alloy

Front Tyre: 100/90-18

Rear Tyre: 110/80-18

Dry-Weight: 235 kg / 518 lbs

Fuel Capacity: 23 L / 6.1 US gal

Top Speed: 209 km/h / 130 mph (claimed)