Norton replacement parts catalog for 1971 750cc commando publication number 10171 or 068200. Thats what this book is about it is a straightforward, practical guide to buying a used commando. The norton commando is a british norton villiers motorcycle with an ohv preunit paralleltwin engine, produced by the norton motorcycle company from 1967 until 1977. The norton commando is a motorcycle that even today, 46 years after it was. The 1970 norton commando 750s motorcycle was the oldline british motorcycle makers game attempt at a sport bike that would fend off japanese rivals. Actually it s quiite horrible compared to some of its competitors when it was new, eg, the honda cb750. Norton commando 750 for sale find or sell motorcycles. The norton 750 commando ss with dual high pipes has pretense toward offroad roughriding, but most vintage commandos this fine wont do much work in the dirt. The most interesting design element of this motorcycle is the highset exhaust pipes with heat shields. Norton commando 750 70 vs laverda 750 sfii 74 monza acceleration race 18th mile the reunion duration. Norton motorcycles commando 750 for sale car and classic. Norton motorcycles commando for sale car and classic. Soon after the 750cc commando mark1 fastback was introduced in 1968, a second model arrived. Andover norton manufactures and supplies all genuine factory spare parts for norton motorcycles built before 2002.
Also if you had to pick one would you take the norton 750 or an oif triumph 750. Anyway, ive owned my norton commando interstate from new 1972 and ive ridden it onand off for most of that time. The origins of the norton commando can be traced back to the late 1940s when the 497cc 30. The norton commando is a british nortonvilliers motorcycle with an ohv preunit paralleltwin. Select a 1972 norton commando roadster 750 trade in value. Any sportbike, chopper, touring, minibike, scooter, as well as norton commando 750 moto parts. Classic and vintage british motorcycles at sheldons emu. From 1968 until the demise of the company in 1977, the commando was the main bike in norton s lineup. Unfollow norton 850 commando to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Along with the change in location came an opportunity to tidy up the commando engine. I have a chance to get one in my area for a decent price. Zap cycle 1969 norton commando s model 750 cold start duration. The story of the conception of the commando has all the hallmarks of a. What we have here is a genuine 1969 norton commando s model. Dave katz of classic bike experience in vermont was then commissioned to build it into a roadgoing tribute to norton production racers. Andover norton norton motorcycles norton spare parts. Books about norton motorcycles british cycle supply. Norton commando the essential free buying guide silodrome.
Online shopping for history motorcycles from a great selection at books store. The bike spent 20 years in a shed only to be ridden occasionally by his brother. Principally, the ignition points were moved from a chaindriven jackshaft behind the cylinders where the magneto had been on the 750cc atlas to the end of the camshaft to simplify the design and make the points easier to service. Agnes the norton commando 850 classic british motorcycles. The wikipedia page on the commando is worth a good read too.
Usually ships in 24 hoursthere are lots of books about the norton commando. Non norton motorcycle buffs will also enjoy the read but like all books on british motorcycles, it leaves the reader wondering that if we produced such good motorcycles, why did the industry collapse like a pack of cards. Are the differences in power from the 850 commando s that noticeable. Half a century of glory, tinged with the thrill of uncertainty.
The norton commando is arguably britains most welldeveloped twincylinder motorcycle. Jul 09, 20 the norton commando 750 is very near the top of my mustown motorcycle list, its accompanied on that list by a vincent black lightning, a brough superior, a crocker flat tracker and am original cyclone board tracker. View online or download norton commando 750 1970 owners workshop manual. Always garaged and well maintained, this alloriginal, cherry red classic english bike has 16,312 original miles. Are you trying to find 1967 norton commando 750 values.
Modern norton bikes still look beautiful gallery for vintage norton motorcycles image the bike club has biker club listings, motorcycling news, discounts, special offers, competitons and. The norton commando story began when british motorcycle conglomerate associated motor cycles, which counted among its brands ajsmatchless, francisbarnett, james and norton, fell apart in 1966. A brief history lesson on the norton commando bikeurious. The hagerty motorcycle valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1970 norton commando 750s and assess the current state of the classic motorcycle market.
This was the 750s, sporting a highmount leftside exhaust and a smaller 2. Charterhouse auctioneers are pleased to offer this in our online classic motorcycle auction on wednesday 6th may 2020 the auction will start at 12 noon lot 23a a 1970 norton commando 750. The twincylinder design evolved into 600cc, then the 650cc manxman and dominator until superseded by 750cc atlas before being launched as the 750cc commando in 1967. Commando norton commando 850 1970 norton commando 750s norton es2. Peter henshaw book norton commando the essential buyers guide. Oct 21, 20 before you lay out any hard earned cash on a commando id recommend getting a copy of the peter henshaw book norton commando the essential buyers guide, and also picking up a copy of norton commando haynes great bikes by mick duckworth. Norton commando owners will love this book as it goes into great detail about all the various models with some decent photos as well.
The hagerty motorcycle valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1967 norton commando 750 and assess the current state of the classic motorcycle market. Spares will be easy to find as the majority of commando engines are 750s. The norton commando is a legendary bike which was produced from 1968 to 1977. Launched in 1967, it was an outstanding sales success, both at home and overseas, and is still a practical means of transport today, with expert service and spares supply available. I have put a lot of blood, sweat, and tears not to mention boatloads of cash to get it where it is. That s what this book is about it is a straightforward, practical guide to buying a used commando. Initially having a nominal 750 cc displacement, actually 745 cc 45. The oddball norton 750 commando classic british motorcycles. It won the prestigious uk machine of the year award from 1968 to 1972. The norton commando is a motorcycle that even today, over 50 years after it was first introduced, lives on as one of the most iconic british motorcycles of all time. Nov 01, 2012 offered for sale is this one owner 1973 norton 750 commando interstate with only 8,192 original miles. Norton was one of the more successful of amcs brands, the remains of which were gathered up by dennis poore of manganese bronze holdings. Andover norton manufactures and supplies all genuine factory spare parts for norton motorcycles built. The commando is highly prized as it was the final vtwin to be produced by norton.
Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below. Powered by a 750cc paralleltwin, later enlarged to 828cc, the norton commando was offered in several models to try and fit the needs of different riders. Norton commando 750 s 1969 classic motorcycles by sheldons emu. See pictures and learn about the norton commando 750s. Contact us about replacement or return of any purchase for any reason. Norton 1970 commando 750 s type manuals manuals and user guides for norton 1970 commando 750 s type. Hello select your address today s deals best sellers customer service find a gift registry best sellers customer service find a gift registry. See more ideas about norton commando, norton motorcycle and british motorcycles. Although ostensibly simting in the 961 commando series.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Parts were rechromed, new front rim relaced with ss spokes. You can find used and new norton commando 750 motocycles for sale here. Motorcycle parts and spares for norton motorbikes genuine norton. Norton motorcycles norton commando 750 s 1969 sheldons emu. The norton commando is a british nortonvilliers motorcycle with an ohv pre unit paralleltwin. Norton commando, fifty years of history cycle world. That includes researching and sourcing the best books on collectible and rare bikes available anywhere.
This book looks at the history and development of the commando, gives the specifications and outlines the model changes, and also offers the riding experiences. The 1970 norton commando 750s was distinguished by its highset exhaust pipes sheathed in perforated heat shields. The norton 952 commando was again the brainchild of kenny dreer, but never made it past the prototype stage. How to restore norton commando enthusiasts restoration manual. Just returned from the usa a norton commando 750s these are rare bikes. We have 1 norton 1970 commando 750 s type manual available for free pdf download. Our online store is open and we are here to answer any. We have a wide selection of books about norton history, photo exposes, shop manuals, restoration guides and much more. A one owner bike is supplied with all the books, service history, uk registration documents. I still remember seeing a yellow one on a magazine probably 15 to 20 years ago before i found this one. Continue reading the fiberglass bodywork and general styling of the original fastback commando, while distinctive and racy looking, was somewhat unconventional, and wasnt as popular as the norton folks had hoped. The commando is really almost an accident of history, an unlikely amalgam of.
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