Figures & Specs: Norton 500 ES2 - [1947]

Norton 500 Engine & Transmission | Figures & Specs.

Norton 500 Engine:

This Norton 500 is a Standard style motorbike with a 490 cc (29.9 ci) 2 valve, Wankel, 1 cylinder, Two stroke, Petrol engine.

Norton 500 Transmission:

This particular Norton 500 ES2 has a 4 speed | Manual transmission with the power being delivered through it's Chain driven system.

Norton 500 Power & Torque | Figures & Specs.

Norton 500 Power:

The 500's 490 cc (29.9 ci) Petrol engine reaches its peak power of 21 bhp (15 kW) @ 5500 rpm.

Norton 500 Torque:

The Norton 500 produces it's maximum torque measuring 22.1 lb-ft (30.0 Nm) @ 5500 rpm.

Norton 500 Power to Weight:

The 500 weighs around 189.60000610351562kg (418.0 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 110.7 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 116.7 lb-ft of torque per ton.

Norton 500 Top Speed & Acceleration Performance | Figures & Specs.

Norton 500 Top Speed:

The Norton 500 ES2 has a top speed of 78 mph (125.5 km/h)

Norton 500 Acceleration:

This 500 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 km/h) in an estimated 33.4 seconds or 0-100km/h (0-62 mph) in 34.1s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in an estimated 19.0 seconds. A recorded 1/4 mile time of 0 with a trap speed of 0 mph (0.0 km/h).

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