| Norton's profilation of this bike |
| This modern roadster reflects the soul of the original machine. Classic sculptural forms are combined with raw functionalism, laying beautiful shapes over a structural frame and muscular motor; resulting in a visual language that is both sensual and purposeful. |
| General information |
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| Model: | Norton Commando 961 SS |
| Year: | 2008 |
| Category: | Naked bike |
| Rating: | 73.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 961.00 ccm (58.64 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | Twin, four-stroke |
| Power: | 80.00 HP (58.4 kW)) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque: | 65.00 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.9 ft.lbs) @ 5200 RPM |
| Compression: | 10.1:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 88.0 x 79.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor. Twin 39mm Keihin FCR |
| Ignition: | Crank fired electronic |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed |
| Clutch: | Cush drive clutch |
| Exhaust system: | 1 3/4 inch header system with merged collector and twin mufflers with catalytic converters. |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | 4130 chromoly steel |
| Rake (fork angle): | 24.5° |
| Trail: | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Front suspension: | 43mm Ohlins RSU - Adjustable preload, compression, and rebound damping. |
| Front wheel travel: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear suspension: | Ohlins reservoir-style twin shocks - Adjstable ride height, preload, compression, and rebound damping. |
| Rear wheel travel: | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Front tyre: | 120/70-X17 |
| Rear tyre: | 180/55-X17 |
| Front brakes: | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Dry weight: | 188.2 kg (415.0 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.4250 HP/kg |
| Seat height: | 813 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wheelbase: | 1,435 mm (56.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Color options: | Black |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Further information |
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