The Norton Commando 961 Sport (2018) is a modern classic motorcycle that features a parallel twin engine with a capacity of 961 cc and a max power of 80 hp at 6500 rpm. It is fuel injected and has electronic ignition, as well as a wet multi-plate clutch and a 5-speed constant mesh transmission. The motorcycle has Brembo brakes, with 2 fully-floating high carbon stainless steel discs and a single disc, and utilizes a chain final drive. It has a tubular steel frame with an integral oil tank, and adjustable suspension and ride height. The motorcycle has a wheelbase of 1420 mm and a seat height of 813 mm, with a dry weight of 188 kg and a fuel capacity of 17 L. Its retro styling combined with modern technology makes it an interesting and attractive option for riders seeking a classic look with contemporary performance.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Norton Commando 961 Sport MKII
| Year | 2018 – |
|---|---|
| Engine | Parallel twin, push rod, hydraulic lifter, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Capacity | 961 cc / 58.6 cu in |
| Bore x Stroke | 88 x 79 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Exhaust | Multiple 3 way catalytic converter, Euro 3 compliant |
| Induction | Fuel injected |
| Ignition | Electronic |
| Starting | Electric |
| Max Power | 59.7 kW / 80 hp @ 6500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 90 Nm / 9.2 kgf-m / 65 ft-lb @ 5200 rpm |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate with hydraulic lifter |
| Transmission | 5 Speed, constant mesh |
| Final Drive | Chain, 525 “O” ring |
| Frame | Tubular steel with integral oil tank |
| Rake | 24.5 degrees |
| Trail | 99 mm / 3.9 in |
| Front Suspension | ~A43 mm ~Ahlins USD, adjustable preload, compression, and rebound damping. |
| Front Wheel Travel | 115 mm / 4.53 in |
| Rear Suspension | ~Ahlins reservoir-style twin shocks, adjustable ride height, preload, compression, and rebound damping. |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 100 mm / 3.94 in |
| Front Brakes | Brembo 2 x ~A320 mm fully-floating high carbon stainless steel discs, 4 piston “Gold Line” Brembo radially mounted calipers. Brembo “Gold Line” front brake master cylinder with integral reservoir |
| Rear Brakes | Brembo single ~A220 mm disc, 2 piston “Gold Line” caliper. Brembo rear brake master cylinder |
| Front Wheel | 3.50 x 17″, 36 spoke, stainless steel polished rim |
| Rear Wheel | 5.50 x 17″, 40 spoke, stainless steel polished rim |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 -17″ |
| Rear Tyre | 180/55 -17″ |
| Wheelbase | 1420 mm / 55.9 in |
| Seat Height | 813 mm / 32 in |
| Dry Weight | 188 kg / 415 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 17 L / 4.5 US gal |
