Norton Commando

DavidHopkins · 01-18-2009, 06:48 AM

Yes please!!!

Tripped1 · 01-19-2009, 12:11 AM

Yeah those pics have been floating around. I fear that Norton is going to price themselves out of the market.

Sexy bike though, looks like it handles pretty well to from the videos on Norton's site.

kevinwilly · 01-19-2009, 12:19 AM

Those pictures are from like 2004. They have since gone bankrupt and come back three times since then.

That bike is never going to get made, I am afraid. I'd love to own one, but I don't think it'll ever happen.

Sorry.

SqDancerLynn1 · 01-19-2009, 02:36 AM

They had the red one at the Cycle show a few years ago. I thought it was pretty cool. Then I had a 74 Norton years ago. I don't know how many prototypes were made their are a few out there. Never going to see production

DavidHopkins · 01-19-2009, 03:33 AM

Norton is back in the UK and is set for limited production. Yes, the bikes will be pricey but they're not trying to mass-market the thing and are instead going for the 'prestige' brand as opposed to main-stream.

New Norton boss speaks exclusively to MCN - Motorcycle News

Gaolee · 01-19-2009, 12:51 PM

I hope it flies. If Norton came back as a boutique bike for a while, maybe it could eventually regain it's place in the main stream like Triumph has. I like the idea of somebody putting a rotary in a bike, but I'm not sure how many people would actually buy one or how well it could be made to work, relative to a similar displacement piston engine. Rotaries tend to be very thirsty.

kevinwilly · 01-19-2009, 01:23 PM

norton actually made several rotary powered supersport bikes in the early 90's. VERY bad ass.

DavidHopkins · 01-19-2009, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by kevinwilly

norton actually made several rotary powered supersport bikes in the early 90's. VERY bad ass.

... and they hope to be back at the Isle of Man TT this year too. CLASS!!!!!

Michael Dunlop to ride Norton at TTâ€™09 - Motorcycle Sport

jim schmidt · 01-19-2009, 07:15 PM

To me, the components seem over matched to the engine and riding category. High end Ohlins and Brembo are overkill for an 80HP, twin shock, single backbone frame standard.

That stuff adds a minimum of 5K in pointless expense, maybe more.

Grashopr · 01-21-2009, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jim schmidt

To me, the components seem over matched to the engine and riding category. High end Ohlins and Brembo are overkill for an 80HP, twin shock, single backbone frame standard.

That stuff adds a minimum of 5K in pointless expense, maybe more.

I dont disagree that the stuff is out of place for the average daily rider, and I dont even like Ohlins street stuff all that much. But the color contrast is gorgeous.

DavidHopkins · 01-21-2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Grashopr

I dont disagree that the stuff is out of place for the average daily rider, and I dont even like Ohlins street stuff all that much. But the color contrast is gorgeous.

Totally agree, it's the total package of 'cafe racer' styling with modern equipment. Regardless of power it's going to be a sight (and sound) to behold!!!

I'm off to the London Bike Show next week, I'll see if they've got a stand and get some snaps ... or buy one!! Haha. that's please the missus. not!