1991
Norton F 1 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 50890 |
|---|---|
| Category | Unspecified category |
| Make | Norton |
| Model | F 1 |
| Year | 1991 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Dual disc |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 120/70-17 |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Reartyre | 170/60-17 |
Engine & Transmission
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 588.00 ccm (35.88 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Dual disk Wankel |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Power | 95.00 HP (69.3 kW)) @ 9500 RPM |
| Topspeed | 231.0 km/h (143.5 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 21.00 litres (5.55 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds) |
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.