Motorcycle specifications Norton 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016 The other pillars of English history
presentation of the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016
with this special edition of the 961 Commando Café Racer, Norton pays tribute to one of its most iconic riders: Mick Grant. A development rider for the brand, he wrote one of the finest pages in the history of the 750 Commando. In 1972, he teamed up with Dave Croxford to win the famous Thruxton 500 race.
Much later, he collaborated with Honda to develop the surprising NR500 with oval pistons.
decked out in blue and white, this replica proudly bears the n°7. However, Mick Grant mainly raced with n°10. Why the different numbering? Because the English driver won the Tourist Trophy 7 times, and this Norton will be produced in only 7 examples. Rarity will have little impact on the factory price. In addition to the dress, the model also features carbon parts such as the mudguard, windscreen and chain guard, a black finish for the exhaust system, and to round things off, the rider's signature. In fact, every purchaser will have the opportunity to meet Mick Grant at the factory when they collect their model.
like the standard Café Racer, this very limited 961 commando is equipped with Öhlins suspension, Brembo all-radial braking, superb spoked wheels fitted with sport tires, an exciting engine and a very attractive silhouette.
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Key facts Norton 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special (2016) : What you need to know before you buy
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Specifications Norton 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016
- Chassis
- Frame : Tubular steel
- Fuel capacity : 17 liters (4.49 US gallons)
- Seat height : 813 mm (32.01 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,420 mm (55.91 in)
- Dry weight : 188 kg (414 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 205 kg (452 lb)
- Front axle
- Öhlins telehydraulic upside-down forks Ø 43 mm / Öhlins, Wheel travel : 115 mm (4.53 in)
- Braking 2 Brembo discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.35 bar
- Transmission
- 5 stage gearbox
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- 2 Öhlins lateral shock absorbers / Öhlins, Wheel travel : 100 mm (3.94 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 220 mm (8.66 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.6 bar
- Motor
- two-cylinder online , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 35 mm
- Cooling system : by air
- tumbled
- 2 valves per cylinder
- 961 cc
- 80 ch (78.90 hp) to 6,500 rpm
- 9.20 mkg to 5,200 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 2.38 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 20.43 kg/mkg
- Compression : 10.1 : 1
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016
- What is the power of the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special?
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The 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016 develops a power of 80 ch (78.90 hp)
- What is the torque of the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special?
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The maximum torque of the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016 is 9.20 mkg to 5,200 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special?
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The 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special?
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The 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016 has a a dry weight of 188 kg (414 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 205 kg (452 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special?
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To ensure good accessibility, the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016 offers a minimum seat height of 813 mm (32.01 in).
- What is the price of the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special?
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The price of the 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016 is 25,500€ in France
- What size tires should I put on my 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special?
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The standard size for a 961 Commando Café Racer MK II Mick Grant Special 2016 is 120 / 70 - 17 for the front, and 180 / 55 - 17 for the rear.
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