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Norton RCW 588

Make Model.	Norton RC 588
Year	1987 - 88
Engine	Twin rotor rotary engine
Capacity	588 cc / 35.9 cu in
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Induction	Twin 34/36 mm Amal smoothbores
Ignition	Norton "hall effect" triggered CDI
Max Power	101 kW / 135 hp @ 9800 rpm
Max Torque	104.3 Nm / 10.63 kgf-m / 77 lb-ft @ 8000 rpm
Clutch	20 Plate "wet" clutch using sintered bronze friction plates and diaphragm spring
Transmission	5-Speed, constant mesh
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Spondon twin spar aluminium
Front Suspension	White Power upside down forks
Rear Suspension	White Power single rear shock
Wheels	Dymag magnesium, 3-spoke
Front Rim	3.50 x 17"
Rear Rim	5.50 x 18"
Front Brakes	Twin Ø320 mm discs with four piston Locheed calipers
Rear Brakes	Single Ø220 mm disc with two piston Brembo caliper
Dry Weight	145 kg / 320 lbs

The second 588cc rotary engined Norton race bike, used throughout the 89, 90 and 91 season.
The RCW588 was superceded by the NRS588 in 1991.