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Norton Commando 961 SS 20082008 Norton Commando 961 SS specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| 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 model | 2008 |
| Type | Naked bike |
| Rating | 3.7 See the detailed rating of engine performance, design and look, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 961.0 ccm (58.64 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | Twin, four-stroke |
| Effect | 80.0 HP (58.4 kW)) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65.0 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 | |
| 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 tire | 120/70-X17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-X17 |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| 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 | 1435 mm (56.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Black |
| Starter | Electric |
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| Further information | |
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| Ask questions | Join the 08 Norton Commando 961 SS discussion group or the general Norton discussion group. |
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