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Commando 961 Cafe Racer - 2025 Specifications and Reviews

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General information

Color OptionsMatrix Black, Manx Platinium
CategoryClassic
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

StartingElectric
Emission DetailsEuro 3 compliant with electronic fuel injection and multiple 3 way catalytic converter
ClutchWet multi-plate hydraulic lifter
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling SystemAir
IgnitionCrank-fired, electronic fuel injection
InductionInjection
Valves Per Cylinder2
Bore x Stroke88.0 x 79.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Compression Ratio10.1:1
Max Torque81.0 Nm (8.3 kgf-m or 59.7 ft.lbs) @ 6300 RPM
Engine DetailsNorton air-oil-cooled pushrod parallel twin with dry sump lubrication
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Capacity961.0 ccm (58.64 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel Capacity15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wet Weight230.0 kg (507.1 pounds)

Commando 961 Cafe Racer dimensions and frame

WheelsDunlop Sportmax GPR-300
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Full Brembo system, 2 piston “Gold Line” calliper
Brake Disc Diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Front BrakesDouble disc. Full Brembo system, twin semi-floating hi carbon stainless steel discs, Brembo 4 piston “Gold Line” axial callipers
Rear Tyre180/55-17
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Wheel Travel110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionOhlins reservoir-style twin shocks - Adjustable ride height, reload, compression and rebound
Front Wheel Travel115 mm (4.5 inches)
Front Suspension43mm Ohlins USD - Adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping.
Trail99 mm (3.9 inches)
FrameFrame is hand TIG and MIG welded at Norton HQ
 
 

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LightingPolished stainless-steel single headlamp
Electrical300 watt hi-output charging system.
InstrumentsAnalogue speedo and tachometer. Multi-function display including mileage, trip, battery voltage and time.
Oil capacity3.30 litres (3.49 US quarts)
Reserve fuel capacity4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Rake (fork angle)24.5°
Exhaust systemMultiple 3 way catalytic converter
Driveline525 “O” ring chain
Lubrication systemDry sump
Output76.8 HP (56.1 kW)) @ 7250 RPM
Year of manufacture2025
Motorcycle nameNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer
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