Commando

1969 Norton Commando Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1969 Norton Commando allround motorcycle, Norton utilizes a 749 cc (45.7 cu in) twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 55 HP (40.1 kW) at 6,700 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 73.4 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 measures 190 kg (419 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.29 HP/kg (3.45 kg per horsepower).

Within MotoLibrary's Norton archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1968 to 1969, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.