2012
Norton NRV 588 Rotary Racer - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 490904 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Norton |
| Model | NRV 588 Rotary Racer |
| Year | 2012 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Twin spar aluminium |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. AP Discs with radial mounted front callipers and rear 2 piston brake calliper. |
| Frontsuspension | Ohlins upside-down fork |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearsuspension | Ohlins specially made long-stroke single-sided direct connection unit |
| Wheels | Dymag 16.5in |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 588.00 ccm (35.88 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Dual disk Wankel |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Fly-by-wire throttle |
| Power | 170.00 HP (124.1 kW)) @ 11500 RPM |
| Torque | 108.48 Nm (11.1 kgf-m or 80.0 ft.lbs) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Black/grey/gold |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 130.0 kg (286.6 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Powerweightratio | 1.3077 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.