2000
Norton Nemesis - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 752762 |
|---|---|
| Category | Prototype-concept model |
| Make | Norton |
| Model | Nemesis |
| Year | 2000 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Dual disc |
|---|---|
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1479.00 ccm (90.25 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | V8, four-stroke |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Power | 235.00 HP (171.5 kW)) @ 12000 RPM |
| Torque | 111.00 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Comments | It is said that Norton are having financial problems, so if it is unsure whether the Nemesis will ever hit the road. |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 217.0 kg (478.4 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Powerweightratio | 1.0829 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.