| 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. |
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General information |
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Model
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Norton Commando 961 SS |
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Year model
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2008 |
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Type
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Naked bike |
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Rating
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3.7 See the detailed rating of engine performance, design and look, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
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Engine and transmission |
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Engine size
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961.0 ccm (58.64 cubic inches) |
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Type of engine
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Twin, four-stroke |
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Effect
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80.0 HP (58.4 kW)) @ 6500 RPM |
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Torque
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65.0 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.9 ft.lbs) @ 5200 RPM |
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Compression
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10.1:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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88.0 x 79.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches) |
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Valves per cylinder
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2 |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. Twin 39mm Keihin FCR |
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Ignition
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Crank fired electronic |
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Cooling system
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Air |
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Gearbox
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5-speed |
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Clutch
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Cush drive clutch |
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Exhaust system
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1 3/4 inch header system with merged collector and twin mufflers with catalytic converters. |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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4130 chromoly steel |
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Rake (fork angle)
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24.5° |
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Trail
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102 mm (4.0 inches) |
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Front suspension
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43mm Ohlins RSU - Adjustable preload, compression, and rebound damping. |
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Front wheel travel
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140 mm (5.5 inches) |
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Rear suspension
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Ohlins reservoir-style twin shocks - Adjstable ride height, preload, compression, and rebound damping. |
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Rear wheel travel
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102 mm (4.0 inches) |
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Front tire
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120/70-X17 |
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Rear tire
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180/55-X17 |
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Front brakes
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Single disc |
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Diameter
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320 mm (12.6 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Single disc |
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Diameter
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220 mm (8.7 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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188.2 kg (415.0 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.4250 HP/kg |
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Seat height
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813 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Wheelbase
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1435 mm (56.5 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Black |
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Starter
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Electric |
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Rating sample for this Norton bike
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Racing track capabilities for the 2008 Norton Commando 961 SS:
 (71.5 out of 100)
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