| Attribute | Norton Dominator 99SS 1962 × | BSA A7 Shoting Star 1962 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1962 | 1962 |
| Make | Norton | BSA |
| Model | Norton Dominator 99SS | BSA A7 Shoting Star |
| Category | Allround | Naked bike |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 596 | 497 |
| Power (kw) | - | 14.4 |
| Cooling system | - | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | - |
| Bore (mm) | 68 | 66 |
| Stroke (mm) | 82 | 72.6 |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) | - |
| Ignition | - | Lucas magneto |
| Clutch | - | Wet multiplate |
| Compression | 7.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Hydralic telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm -two plungers | Twin shock |
| 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 | Single cradle |
| Seat | Dual | - |
| Wheels | Spoked | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Kick |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,410 | 1,391 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 163 | 168 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 16 | - |