Norton Commando 961 SF Mk II vs Triumph Thruxton: specs compared

Side-by-side specs of the Norton Commando 961 SF Mk II (2017) and the Triumph Thruxton (2016), using the latest model year of each.

Key differences

Specification	Norton Commando 961 SF Mk II 2017 Remove	Triumph Thruxton 2016 Remove
Category	Classic/Retro	Classic/Retro
Years	2017	2016
Engine	961.0 ccm (58.64 cubic inches), Twin, four-stroke, Push-rod valve actuation, 3 bearing crank and balancer shaft., Injection	865.0 ccm (52.78 cubic inches), Twin, four-stroke, 360º firing interval, Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
Cylinders	2	2
Displacement	961 cc	865 cc
Power	80 hp @ 7,700 rpmBest	69 hp @ 7,400 rpm
Torque	90 Nm @ 6,000 rpmBest	69 Nm @ 5,800 rpm
Transmission	5-speed, Wet multi-plate hydraulic lifter, Chain (final drive)	5-speed, Wet. multi-plate, Chain (final drive)
Final drive	chain	chain
Weight	203 kg (wet)Best	230 kg (wet)
Seat height	Not available	820 mm
Fuel capacity	17 LBest	16 L
Front suspension	43mm Ohlins USD - adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping	Kayaba 41mm forks with adjustable preload.
Rear suspension	Ohlins twin shocks	Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload.
Brake system	Not available	Not available
Front brake	Double disc. Brembo system, twin semi-floating hi carbon stainless steel discs, Brembo 4 piston “Gold Line” axial callipers, 320 mm	Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, 310 mm
Rear brake	Single disc. Brembo system, 2 piston, 220 mm	Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, 255 mm
Front tire	120/70-17	100/90-18
Rear tire	180/55-17	130/80-17
Quickshifter	Not available	Not available
Launch price	Not available	Not available