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Norton Commando 961 SS 2008

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2008 Norton Commando 961 SS

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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

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

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:

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

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 suspension travel:

140 mm (5.5 inches)

Rear suspension:

Ohlins reservoir-style twin shocks - Adjstable ride height, preload, compression, and rebound damping.

Rear suspension travel:

102 mm (4.0 inches)

Front tyre dimensions:

120/70-X17

Rear tyre dimensions:

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

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

Starter:

Electric

Color options:

Black

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