1969
Norton Commando - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 669920 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | Norton |
| Model | Commando |
| Year | 1969 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 3.25-19 |
| Rearsuspension | Swingarm |
| Reartyre | 4.00-18 |
| Seat | Dual |
| Wheels | Spoked |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 89.0 x 73.0 mm (3.5 x 2.9 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 8.7:1 |
| Displacement | 749.00 ccm (45.70 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Power | 55.00 HP (40.1 kW)) @ 6700 RPM |
| Topspeed | 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Powerweightratio | 0.2895 HP/kg |
About Norton
Country of Origin:
United Kingdom
Founder:
James Lansdowne Norton
Best Known For:
Isle of Man glory (Manx), Featherbed frame, Commando twins; modern V4/V-twin revivals
Company History
Few badges carry more romance than Norton: Manx singles howling over the Mountain, the Featherbed frame teaching the world about chassis stiffness, and the Commando’s rubber-mounted charisma defining a generation of British twins. Financial dramas and ownership changes punctuated the marque’s modern history, but the idea of Norton endured—elegant engines, taut handling, and a certain aristocratic restraint. Recent revivals pursued premium V4s and modernized Commandos with contemporary electronics and finishes, aiming to reconcile heritage with present-day reliability and compliance. Enthusiasts remain drawn to the riding experience: steering that reads the road, engines that speak through the bars, and ergonomics suited to fast B-roads. Historically, Norton is a pillar of motorcycling’s canon. Whether in classic trim under club racers or in modern carbon and billet, the name signals a commitment to the art of handling and the poetry of mechanical rhythm.