| Attribute | Kawasaki W1 SS 1967 × | Norton Dominator 99SS 1962 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1967 | 1962 |
| Make | Kawasaki | Norton |
| Model | Kawasaki W1 SS | Norton Dominator 99SS |
| Category | Allround | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Two | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 624 | 596 |
| Power (kw) | 35.8 | - |
| Cooling system | Air | - |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 74 | 68 |
| Stroke (mm) | 72.6 | 82 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | - |
| Fuel control | Pushrods | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition | Battery | - |
| Compression | 8.7:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm | Swingarm -two plungers |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | - | Down tube-single |
| Front tyre | 3.25-19 | - |
| Rear tyre | 3.50-18 | - |
| Seat | Dual | Dual |
| Wheels | - | Spoked |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,415 | 1,410 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 180 | 163 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 15 | 16 |