Engineered by Norton for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2012 Norton NRV 588 Rotary Racer relies on a 588 cc (35.9 cu in) liquid-cooled dual disk wankel powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 170 HP (124.1 kW) at 11,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 108.5 Nm (80 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 289.1 HP per liter, the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the NRV 588 Rotary Racer measures 130 kg (287 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.31 HP/kg (0.76 kg per horsepower).
Specific Output
289.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
1.31 HP/kg (0.76 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement588.0 ccm (35.88 cubic inches)
Engine TypeDual disk Wankel
Engine DetailsDual disk Wankel
Power170.0 HP (124.1 kW)) @ 11500 RPM
Torque108.5 Nm (11.1 kgf-m or 80.0 ft.lbs)
Fuel SystemInjection. Fly-by-wire throttle
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeTwin spar aluminium
Front SuspensionOhlins upside-down fork
Rear SuspensionOhlins specially made long-stroke single-sided direct connection unit
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesDouble disc. AP Discs with radial mounted front callipers and rear 2 piston brake calliper.
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