Norton Mercury 650: history, specs, pictures

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Norton Mercury 650
Manufacturer Norton
Production 1968 - 1969
Engine twin, two-stroke
Bore / Stroke 68.0mm x 89.0mm
Fuel system carburettor
Ignition type coil
Battery 9.0:1
Transmission Final Drive: chain
Suspension Front: telescopic
Rear: swingarm
Brakes Front: expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Weight 407.86 pounds (185.0 Kg)
Manuals Service Manual
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The Norton Mercury 650 was a twin, two-stroke standard produced by Norton between 1968 and 1969.

Engine

The engine was a air cooled twin, two-stroke. A 68.0mm bore x 89.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 646.0 cubic centimeters.

Chassis

Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic while the rear was equipped with a swingarm. The bike weighed just 407.86 pounds (185.0 Kg).