Fast Eddie
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As others have stated, a 650ss from the 60s isn't ever going to compare with today's Manx on a racetrack. But then I suppose today's Manx racebike is pretty anemic compared with a modern 600cc racebike.
It is of historical interest only that the early 60s 650ss in racing form did well when raced against the early 60s Manx.
Converted for road use though , I imagine a Manx is going to be pretty sluggish getting going.
The 650ss isn't!
This is a fairly relaxed roll on thru first and second to 75 mph. It can be shifted much faster when under duress!
Still, the timer shows the roll on at 8 seconds and off at 14. That is 6 seconds to go from 15 mph to 75 mph. I'm not sure the 850 Commando will do any better, nor will the Rapide 1000. The Rapide might even be slower at this. It's a slow shifting gearbox.
The BSA Super Rocket takes more like 12 or 14 seconds to manage this.
That’s right, a modern Manx would be pretty anaemic against a modern 600 sports bike.
Great point.
Really sums it up.