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Norton Commando 961 SE first ride
The verdict on the new Norton Commando 961 SE is that it’s an “invigorating machine”. Depending on your ride style and the kind of bikes you like, that statement might appeal or not. It’s important to note however, the purpose behind this bike. It had to be something traditional, based on good machinery, and not the latest cutting edge, superbike technology.
It seems that the performance matches the looks - the Commando 961 SE is an attractive-looking bike and the ride feel is what you’d expect when you first see it. What I can’t believe is how agile the 961 SE looks, and we learn from the video from the guys at MCN that it is very comfortable and natural to ride, given the light, slender style.
Despite concentrating on a retro bike, Norton hasn’t budgeted on top-notch modern components. The Ohlins at the front is just stunning, it has Brembo brakes and the wheels are carbon fibre. The parallel V-Twin engine handles marvellously, and overall the verdict is that this is a job well done. See after the jump for MCN’s first ride of the Norton Commando 961 SE.
Norton Commando 961 SE ready for launch
The guys at MCN have got their hands on the brand new Norton 961 Commando SE, seen in a preview video after the jump. The new Commando 961 SE has been completely redesigned and newly built in the UK, using brand new components with an exceptional quality finish. It is truly lovely, and will be officially revealed on November 26. Above is MCN’s first test ride back in March. Check out the lovely new English cafe racer in the pics below.
Norton Commando 961 gallery
The guys from Motorcyclenews have preview tested an example of the pre-series Norton Commando 961, which we show you here in a gallery of this nostalgic twin cylinder.
The motorcycle has been created with high quality materials, particularly in the suspension and brakes, and while it’s not technically a superbike, that’s about the level of excitement you’ll get out of it.
The design will likely be refined further, as being a pre-series it’s currently a bit rough. The special feeling generated though, will be what they’re looking to keep on subsequent models.
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