Norton Dominator 88: history, specs, pictures
The Norton Dominator 88SS was a twin, four-stroke allround motorcycle produced between 1956 and 1962. It could reach a top speed of 109 mph (176 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 35.27 HP (26.3 KW) @ 7000 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 66.0mm bore x 73.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 497.0 cubic centimeters. The engine featured a 8.5:1 compression ratio. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission. The final drive was via chain.
Chassis
Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic-coil springs while the rear was equiped with a swingarm with three shoks. The bike weighed just 394.63 pounds (179.0 Kg).
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| Norton Dominator 88 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | Dominator 88SS |
| Production | 1956 - 1962 |
| Class | Road |
| Engine | twin, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 68.0mm x 82.0mm |
| Top Speed | 101 mph (163 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 35.27 HP (26.3 KW) @ 7000RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic Rear: swingarm -two plungers |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Weight | 394.63 pounds (179.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Norton Dominator 88 was a twin, four-stroke Road motorcycle produced by Norton between 1956 and 1962. It could reach a top speed of 101 mph (163 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 35.27 HP (26.3 KW) @ 7000 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 68.0mm bore x 82.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 596.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission.
Chassis
Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic while the rear was equipped with a swingarm -two plungers. The bike weighed just 394.63 pounds (179.0 Kg).