At the heart of the 2000 Norton Nemesis prototype - concept model motorcycle, Norton utilizes a 1479 cc (90.3 cu in) liquid-cooled v8, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 235 HP (171.5 kW) at 12,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 150 Nm (110.6 lb-ft) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 158.9 HP per liter and a 3,000 rpm working window between peak torque (9,000 rpm) and peak power (12,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the Nemesis measures 217 kg (478 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.08 HP/kg (0.92 kg per horsepower).
Specific Output
158.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
1.08 HP/kg (0.92 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
9,000–12,000 rpm
Engine
Displacement1479.0 ccm (90.25 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV8, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV8, four-stroke
Power235.0 HP (171.5 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque150.0 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM
Bore x Stroke73.0 x 44.7 mm (2.9 x 1.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionMonoshock
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/60-17
Rear Tyre200/60-17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø360 mm (14.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø230 mm (9.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight217.0 kg (478.4 pounds)
Power/Weight1.0829 HP/kg
Other
StarterElectric
Notes
It is said that Norton are having financial problems, so if it is unsure whether the Nemesis will ever hit the road.
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