2014 Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer 2014


2014 Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Motorcycle name Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer
Model year 2014
Category Classic
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 961.0 ccm (58.64 cubic inches)
Engine type Twin, four-stroke
Engine details Parallel twin with push-rod valve actuation, dry sump, 3 bearing crank and balancer shaft.
Power output 80.0 HP (58.4 kW)) @ 7700 RPM
Torque 80.0 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression 10.1:1
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Injection
Ignition Digital
Lubrication system Dry sump
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multi-plate hydraulic lifter
Driveline 525 “O” ring chain
Emission details Euro 3 compliant with electronic fuel injection and multiple 3 way catalytic converter
Exhaust system Multiple 3 way catalytic converter
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Steel tubular with integral oil tank
Rake (fork angle) 24.5°
Trail 90 mm (3.5 inches)
Front suspension 43mm Ohlins USD - Adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping.
Front wheel travel 115 mm (4.5 inches)
Rear suspension Ohlins reservoir-style twin shocks - Adjustable ride height, reload, compression and rebound
Rear wheel travel 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Front tire 120/70-17
Rear tire 180/55-17
Front brakes Double disc. Full Brembo system, twin semi-floating hi carbon stainless steel discs, Brembo 4 piston “Gold Line” axial callipers
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Full Brembo system, 2 piston “Gold Line” calliper
Diameter 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheels Stainless steel spoked polished rim
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 188.0 kg (414.5 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 203.5 kg (448.6 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.4255 HP/kg
Seat height 813 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase 1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Fuel capacity 17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Oil capacity 3.30 litres (3.49 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options Black, Manx Silver, Piper Red
Starter Electric
Instruments Analogue speedo and tachometer. Multi-function display including mileage, trip, battery voltage and time.
Electrical 300 watt hi-output charging system.
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