General information |
Motorcycle name
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Norton International 30 |
Model year
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1956 |
Category
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Classic |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Displacement
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490.0 ccm (29.90 cubic inches) |
Engine type
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
Engine details
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Alloy motor |
Power output
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29.5 HP (21.5 kW)) @ 5500 RPM |
Top speed
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149.7 km/h (93.0 mph) |
Compression
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7.0:1 |
Bore x stroke
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79.0 x 100.0 mm (3.1 x 3.9 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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2 |
Fuel system
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Carburettor. Amal |
Fuel control
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Overhead Cams (OHC) |
Ignition
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magneto |
Lubrication system
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Dry sump |
Cooling system
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Air |
Gearbox
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4-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Clutch
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Multiplate |
Exhaust system
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Chrome pipe with peardrop muffler |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Featherbed wideline |
Front suspension
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Forks |
Rear suspension
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Swinging arm with armstrong shocks |
Front tire
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3.00-19 |
Rear tire
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4.00-18 |
Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake). Cable |
Diameter
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203 mm (8.0 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake). Rod operated |
Diameter
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178 mm (7.0 inches) |
Wheels
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Spoked |
Seat
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Dual seat |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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173.0 kg (381.4 pounds) |
Wheelbase
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1391 mm (54.8 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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14.19 litres (3.75 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Instruments
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Smiths chronometric speedo |
Electrical
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6v generator |
Light
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6 volt |
Comments
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Also called 1956 Norton International Model 30 |
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