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Norton Commando 961 First Ride Photo Gallery

Norton Commando 961 First Ride
Our test Commando had been through some harsh mileage, yet the motor was still crisp and both the fuelling and engine mapping were ideal.

This month our vintage motorcycle expert takes a look at the Norton Commando 961, a revamped design of Kenny Dreer's original Commando. Check out the Commando in our Norton Commando 961 First Ride article.

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Norton has built a strong performing street bike that not only looks the part, but will also outlast many of its competitors.
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The clutch on the Commando is hydraulically operated, which made for smooth and easy use.
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The Commando has a 961cc twin engine and, despite only being capable of 80 hp, the machine can easily reach speeds in excess of 100 mph.
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The Norton Commando 961 has better acceleration compared to its direct competitor - the Ducati Sport Classic.
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The Commando is extremely smooth thanks to 270 degree firing intervals in addition to a gear-driven balancer shaft.
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The Norton Commando has an aesthetic appeal that's only exceeded by its strong performance and superior design.
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One thing to look out for on the Commando 961 is the steering, which provides only 30 degrees of movement.
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One of the few items which are not of British design on the Commando are its shocks, which come from Ohlin.
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The tail section on the Commando is one area that really shows off the Commando's unique design.
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