Engineered by Norton for the motorcycle segment, the 2024 Norton Commando 961 125th Anniversary pairs a 961 cc air/oil cooled-cooled four stroke, parallel twin, push rod, hydraulic lifter, 2 valves per cylinder architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 76.8 HP (56.4 kW) at 7,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 81 Nm at 6,300 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5 speed, constant mesh gearbox and chain, 525 o-ring final drive. With a specific output of 79.9 HP per liter and a 950 rpm working window between peak torque (6,300 rpm) and peak power (7,250 rpm), 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 961 125th Anniversary measures 230 kg (507 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.33 HP/kg (2.99 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,400 mm (55.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Frame TypeFrame is hand TIG and MIG welded at Norton HQ
Front Suspension43mm Öhlins upside-down forks adjustable for preload, compression and rebound damping
Rear SuspensionÖhlins twin shocks with remote reservoir fully adjustable
Wheelbase1400 mm / 55.1 in
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70 x17
Rear Tyre180/55 x 17
Front Brakes2 x 320mm Brembo fully-floating high carbon stainless steel discs, Brembo 4-piston Mono Bloc radially mounted calipers with ABS, and Brembo front brake master cylinder
Rear BrakesSingle 240 mm disc, 22-piston caliper with ABS, and Brembo rear brake master cylinder
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