Norton 961 Cafe Racer MK II: review, history, specs
The Norton 961 Cafe Racer MK II was a Twin, four-stroke Classic motorcycle produced by Norton in 2013. Max torque was 65.65 ft/lbs (89.0 Nm) @ 5200 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 80.06 HP (59.7 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
Norton 961 Cafe Racer MK II | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 2013 |
Class | Classic |
Engine | Twin, four-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 88.9mm x 88.9mm |
Compression ratio | 10.1:1 |
Horsepower | 80.06 HP (59.7 KW) @ 6500RPM |
Torque | 65.65 ft/lbs (89.0 Nm) @ 5200RPM |
Fuel System | Injection |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-Speed manual Final Drive: 525 O-ring chain |
Suspension | Front: Ohlins USD 43 mm Rear: Ohlins twin shocks with remote reservoir |
Brakes | Front: Double disc 320 mm Rear: Single disc 220 mm |
Front Tire | 120/70-17 |
Rear Tire | 180/55-17 |
Wheelbase | 55.91 inches (1420 mm) |
Seat Height | 32.01 inches (813 mm) |
Weight | 203.0 kg (wet) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
A 88.9mm bore x 88.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 961.0 cubic centimeters.
DriveEdit
The bike has a 5-Speed manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-Plate.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 120/70-17 front tire and a 180/55-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Double disc 320 mm in the front and a Single disc 220 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Ohlins USD 43 mm while the rear was equipped with a Ohlins twin shocks with remote reservoir. The wheelbase was 55.91 inches (1420 mm) long.
2013 Norton 961 Cafe Racer MK IIEdit
The Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer MK II model is a Classic bike manufactured by Norton. In this version sold from year 2013 and it is equiped with a Twin, four-stroke motor. The engine produces a maximum peak output power of 80.00 HP (58.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM and a maximum torque of 90.00 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs) @ 5200 RPM. The Commando 961 Cafe Racer MK II was built to replicate the old style cafe racers with all modern components and engineering whilst maintaining a classic appearance and style.