Commando 750

1971 Norton Commando 750 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Norton's classic motorcycle platform, the 1971 Norton Commando 750 utilizes a 745 cc (45.5 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 60 HP (43.8 kW) at 6,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 80.5 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Commando 750 measures 195 kg (430 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.31 HP/kg (3.25 kg per horsepower). The 13.5-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 170 km/h (106 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Norton archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1970 to 1971, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.