2018 Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer Launched, Priced At Rs. 23 Lakhs
All about 2018 Norton Commando 961 ✓ Specification ✓ Price ✓ Mileage ✓ Colour ✓ Features ✓ Comparison.
Launched Date : 18th Apr 2018
Overview
The 2018 Norton Commando 961 cafe racer has been launched in India at a price of Rs. 23 lakhs (ex-showroom, Pune). The iconic British brand enters India via the CBU route for now and plans to commence local operations by 2018-end. Currently, there is only one unit of the Commando 961 available in the country and it is finished in silver paint. However, more units will be imported if orders are placed.
Design and Features
The Commando 961 Cafe Racer is inspired by classic British motorcycles featuring a round headlamp upfront, a tiny flyscreen, curved rear section and sculpted fuel tank with comforting leg recesses. For a sporty riding position, the bike gets aluminium clip-on handlebars. The flyscreen and the mudguard get carbon fibre treatment which adds to its looks.
Key Features
Engine Specifications
The cafe racer draws power from a 961cc parallel-twin motor (slightly detuned for India) that develops 71.9 HP at 7500 RPM and 67 Nm of torque at 6500 RPM. The powertrain comes paired to a 5-speed gearbox. The vehicle uses Ohlins 43 mm inverted forks up front and Ohlins twin shocks with remote reservoirs at the rear.
Engine Type | Air & Oil Cooled, Parallel twin with dry sump lubrication |
Displacement | 961 cc |
Maximum Power | 80PS @ 6500 rpm |
Maximum Torque | 90Nm @ 5200 rpm |
Starting | Self Start Only |
Cooling System | Air and Oil Cooled |
Gear Box | 5-Speed |
Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
No. of Cylinders | 2 |
Drive Type | Chain Drive |
Valves (per cylinder) | 4 |
Bore | 88 mm |
Stroke | 79 mm |
Supply System | Fuel Injection |
Transmission Type | Manual |
Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 |
Dimension and Weight
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Kerb Weight | Kg |
Wheelbase | 1420 mm |
Fuel Capacity | 10 Ltrs |
Performance and Fuel Economy
Mileage (ARAI) kmpl : | Kmpl | Top Speed (Km/h) : | Kmph |
Colour:
- Silver
Competitors and Comparison
- Triumph Thruxton R
Price
– Norton Commando 961 cafe racer launched, priced at Rs. 23 lakhs