Norton Dominator 650 (1956-62)

The Norton Dominator 650 was a motorcycle produced between 1956-62. It had a four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder, OHV engine with a capacity of 596cc and a compression ratio of 7.4:1. The bike was air-cooled and had a two into two chrome exhaust with an Amal 376 carburetor and coil ignition. The maximum power output was 23.1kW or 31 horsepower at 6500rpm. The motorcycle had a 4-speed transmission and final chain drive. The frame was a single-downtube design with a telescopic fork for the front suspension and a swingarm with twin plungers for the rear suspension. The wheels were made of polished steel with laced spokes. The dry weight of the motorcycle was 179kg or 395lbs. It had a top speed of 163km/h or 101mph. Overall, the Norton Dominator 650 was known for its powerful engine and efficient design.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Norton Dominator 99 SS

Year: 1956 – 62
Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, OHV
Capacity: 596 cc / 36.4 cu in
Bore and Stroke: 68 x 82 mm
Compression Ratio: 7.4:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Exhaust: Two into two, chrome
Induction: Amal 376 carburetor
Ignition: Coil
Starting: Kick
Maximum Power: 23.1 kW / 31 hp @ 6500 rpm
Transmission: 4-Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Single down-tube
Front Suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension: Swingarm with twin plungers
Wheels: Polished steel, laced spokes
Dry Weight: 179 kg / 395 lbs
Top Speed: 163 km/h / 101 mph