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Commando 961 Cafe Racer - 2026 Specifications and Reviews
The 2026 Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer is a retro-styled middleweight that appeals to riders seeking classic British character with modern reliability. Powered by a 961cc air-cooled parallel-twin engine producing 76.8 horsepower, it excels in delivering smooth low-to-mid-range torque ideal for relaxed road riding and urban commuting. Its timeless cafe racer aesthetic and responsive handling make it best known for blending vintage charm with contemporary performance.
2026
General information | |
| Color Options | Matrix Black, Manx Platinium |
| Category | Classic |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Starting | Electric |
| Emission Details | Euro 3 compliant with electronic fuel injection and multiple 3 way catalytic converter |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate hydraulic lifter |
| Final Drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling System | Air |
| Ignition | Crank-fired, electronic fuel injection |
| Induction | Injection |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x Stroke | 88.0 x 79.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 |
| Max Torque | 81.0 Nm (8.3 kgf-m or 59.7 ft.lbs) @ 6300 RPM |
| Engine Details | Norton air-oil-cooled pushrod parallel twin with dry sump lubrication |
| Engine Type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Capacity | 961.0 ccm (58.64 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Seat Height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wet Weight | 230.0 kg (507.1 pounds) |
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Commando 961 Cafe Racer dimensions and frame | |
| Wheels | Dunlop Sportmax GPR-300 |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. Full Brembo system, 2 piston “Gold Line†calliper |
| Brake Disc Diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Front Brakes | Double disc. Full Brembo system, twin semi-floating hi carbon stainless steel discs, Brembo 4 piston “Gold Line†axial callipers |
| Rear Tyre | 180/55-17 |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-17 |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Ohlins reservoir-style twin shocks - Adjustable ride height, reload, compression and rebound |
| Front Wheel Travel | 115 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 43mm Ohlins USD - Adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping. |
| Trail | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Frame | Frame is hand TIG and MIG welded at Norton HQ |
Other specs | |
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| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
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| Lighting | Polished stainless-steel single headlamp |
| Electrical | 300 watt hi-output charging system. |
| Instruments | Analogue speedo and tachometer. Multi-function display including mileage, trip, battery voltage and time. |
| Oil capacity | 3.30 litres (3.49 US quarts) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.5° |
| Exhaust system | Multiple 3 way catalytic converter |
| Driveline | 525 “O†ring chain |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Output | 76.8 HP (56.1 kW)) @ 7250 RPM |
| Year of manufacture | 2025 |
| Motorcycle name | Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer |
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