Norton Mercury 650: history, specs, pictures

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Norton Mercury 650
Manufacturer
Production 1968 - 1969
Engine
twin, two-stroke
Bore / Stroke 68.0mm x 89.0mm
Fuel System carburetor
Ignition coil
Transmission Final Drive: chain
Suspension Front: telescopic
Rear: swingarm
Brakes Front: expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Weight 407.86 pounds (185.0 Kg) (dry),
Manuals Service Manual


The Norton Mercury 650 was a twin, two-stroke standard produced by Norton between 1968 and 1969.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled twin, two-stroke. A 68.0mm bore x 89.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 646.0 cubic centimeters.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

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. The bike weighed just 407.86 pounds (185.0 Kg).