Side-by-Side Comparison

Spark Ride M8 vs Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Bhutan.

Spark Ride

Spark Ride M8

cafe-racer

Norton

Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

cafe-racer

Key Specifications

Spark Ride M8SpecNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

Nu138,000PriceNu1,880,000

—Engine (cc)961

1500Power (hp)77

—Torque (Nm)81

100.0Mileage (km/l)20.0

135Weight (kg)230

—Fuel Tank (L)14

8.2Rating8.5

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Basic Information

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

ElectricEngine TypeAir-oil-cooled pushrod parallel twin with dry sump lubrication

38A Xinda Controller (62V)Controller Type—

AutomaticTransmission TypeManual

Hub Motor DriveDrive TypeChain Drive

Spark RideBrandNorton

M8ModelCommando 961

Spark Ride M8Bike NameNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

2026Model Year2025

Electric BikeCategory/TypeCafe Racer

ChinaCountry of OriginUnited Kingdom

Bangladesh (Spark Ride)Assembly LocationUK

AvailableStatusAvailable

Midnight GreenColors AvailableMatrix Black, Manx Silver

Graphene BatteryBattery Type—

Standard Electric ChargerCharger Type—

Spacious Single SeatSeat TypeSingle

Upright Scooter HandlebarHandle TypeClip-on handlebars

SteelFrame TypeHand TIG- and MIG-welded steel tubular with integral oil tank

Standard Scooter SwingarmSwingarm Type—

—Clutch TypeWet multi-plate

Engine & Performance

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

1500WMaximum Power76.8 bhp @ 7250 rpm

ElectricFuel Supply SystemElectronic fuel injection

ElectricIgnition SystemCrank fired electronic fuel injection

Hub MotorEngine Layout—

ElectricStarting SystemElectric start

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

Efficient Electric ConsumptionPower Consumption—

1500WMotor Power—

Zero EmissionEmission StandardEuro 5

72V 32AhBattery Power—

Yes (3-Speed Mode)Power Mode Indicator—

—Displacement (cc)961

—Maximum Torque81 Nm @ 6300 rpm

—Number of Cylinders2

—Valve ConfigurationOHV (Pushrod)

—Valves Per Cylinder2

—Bore88 mm

—Stroke79 mm

—Bore x Stroke88 mm x 79 mm

—Compression Ratio10.1:1

—Cooling SystemAir-oil-cooled

Fuel & Mileage

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

100 km per chargeAverage Mileage20.0

~100 kmMileage City20

~90–100 kmMileage Highway—

200 kgLoad Capacity—

32AhBattery Capacity—

100 kmRange—

YesRange Indicator—

~100 kmRange Per Charge (Eco)—

~85 kmRange Per Charge (Normal)—

~70 kmRange Per Charge (Sport)—

Battery IndicatorLow Fuel WarningYes

—Fuel Tank Capacity15 litres

Performance & Speed

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

70 km/hTop Speed—

Transmission & Drive

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

Automatic (No Gears)Number of Gears5

Electric MotorPrimary Drive—

Hub DriveFinal Drive525 O-ring chain

Dimensions & Weight

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

1800 mmOverall Length—

770 mmOverall Width—

1000 mmOverall Height—

1320 mmWheelbase1400 mm

170 mmGround Clearance—

770 mmSeat Height810 mm

135 kgKerb Weight230 kg

55 kgBattery Weight—

Brakes & Safety

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

DiscFront Brake TypeTwin Brembo 320mm fully-floating high carbon steel discs

DiscRear Brake TypeSingle Brembo 240mm disc

220 mmFront Brake Size320 mm

NoABS TypeDual Channel

Alarm with motor inductionAnti-Theft System—

YesCentral Lock—

YesRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

—Rear Brake Size240 mm

Suspension & Handling

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

USD Hydraulic ForksFront Suspension Type43mm Öhlins USD forks - adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping

Mono-shock SuspensionRear Suspension TypeÖhlins twin shocks with remote reservoir - fully adjustable

NoAdjustable Controls—

ModerateClimbing Ability—

—Front Suspension Travel115 mm

—Rear Suspension Travel110 mm

Wheels & Tires

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

120/70-12Front Tyre Size120/70-17

120/70-12Rear Tyre Size180/55-17

10 inchFront Wheel Size17 inch

10 inchRear Wheel Size17 inch

TubelessTyre TypeTubeless

AlloyWheel TypeSpoke

Aluminum AlloyWheel MaterialPolished aluminium rims with stainless steel spokes

Electrical & Battery

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

HighMotor Efficiency—

Long-lastingMotor Life—

Hub MotorMotor Placement—

S50 ControllerMotor Controller—

60V / 72VController Voltage—

DurableController Life—

72VBattery Voltage—

32AhBattery Rating—

Long Cycle LifeBattery Life—

YesBattery Removable—

YesBattery Health Check—

YesBattery Life Indicator—

YesBattery Management System—

4-6 hoursCharging Time—

Standard PortCharging Port—

AC PowerCharging Input—

NoFast Charging—

YesUSB Charging—

Lighting & Display

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

LEDHeadlight TypeHalogen

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

YesDRL—

YesHazard Light—

Digital LCDDisplay TypeAnalogue and Digital

DigitalSpeedometer TypeAnalogue

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

DigitalTachometer TypeAnalogue

Battery IndicatorFuel Gauge TypeDigital

YesPass Light SwitchYes

YesSide Stand Indicator—

—ClockYes

Technology & Features

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

YesTrip MeterDigital

NoMobile Connectivity—

NoBluetooth Features—

NoNavigation—

3-Speed ModeRiding Modes—

YesParking Mode—

YesReverse Mode—

Comfort & Ergonomics

Spark Ride M8AttributeNorton Commando 961 Cafe Racer

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion FootrestYes

Spark Ride M8 vs Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer: Which one should you buy in Bhutan?

The Spark Ride M8 and Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer are two popular motorcycles in Bhutan. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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