Norton Commando 961 Sport Mk II vs Triumph Thruxton: specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the Norton Commando 961 Sport Mk II (2018-2019) and the Triumph Thruxton (2016), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: Norton Commando 961 Sport Mk II 78.9 hp, Triumph Thruxton 69 hp.
- Torque: Norton Commando 961 Sport Mk II 90.2 Nm, Triumph Thruxton 69 Nm.
- Weight: Norton Commando 961 Sport Mk II 205 kg, Triumph Thruxton 230 kg.
Key figures
Power hp
- Norton Commando 961 Sport Mk II (2018-2019)78.9 (best)
- Triumph Thruxton (2016)69
Torque Nm
- Norton Commando 961 Sport Mk II (2018-2019)90.2 (best)
- Triumph Thruxton (2016)69
Weight kg
- Norton Commando 961 Sport Mk II (2018-2019)205 (best)
- Triumph Thruxton (2016)230
Full specs
| Specification |  2018-2019 Remove |  2016 Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Classic/Retro | Classic/Retro |
| Years | 2018-2019 | 2016 |
| Engine | two-cylinder online , 4 strokes Injection Ø 35 mm Cooling system : by air tumbled 2 valves per cylinder 961 cc 80 ch (78.90 hp) to 6,500 rpm 9.20 mkg to 5,200 rpm | 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 | 78.9 hp @ 6,500 rpmBest | 69 hp @ 7,400 rpm |
| Torque | 90.2 Nm @ 5,200 rpmBest | 69 Nm @ 5,800 rpm |
| Transmission | 5 stage gearbox Secondary by chain | 5-speed, Wet. multi-plate, Chain (final drive) |
| Final drive | chain | chain |
| Weight | 205 kg (wet)Best | 230 kg (wet) |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 LBest | 16 L |
| Front suspension | Öhlins telehydraulic forks Ø 43 mm / Öhlins , Wheel travel : 115 mm (4.53 in) | Kayaba 41mm forks with adjustable preload. |
| Rear suspension | 2 Öhlins lateral shock absorbers / Öhlins , Wheel travel : 100 mm (3.94 in) | Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload. |
| Brake system | ABS | Not available |
| Front brake | 2 Brembo discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper | Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, 310 mm |
| Rear brake | 1 disc Ø 240 mm (9.45 in), 2-piston caliper | 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 |