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  1. Shelby-Right

    Why the 750 - 4 didn't handle as well as the Norton.

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  3. K

    John player norton commando fairing kit

    John Player Norton Commandoのフェアリングキットを探しています。どこで買えますか?ご存知の方がいらっしゃいましたら教えてください。
  4. T

    Rear Drum Hub 18" Rim Conversion...

    Long time lurker, first time caller... Recently scored a WM3 18" rim cheap. Been looking since I found out the rear on my 1971 Commando project was bent. Now the real question is... Can I just get spokes for an atlas from Andover and lace er up, or will I need different / custom ones since it's...
  5. C

    1973 Norton Commando 750/850 Frame up rebuild

    So, I have been passed down a frame up rebuild with the engine fully assembled and the gearbox disassembled, while I am familiar with automotive this is the first bike that I will be dealing with I am very excited to get it started but it seems daunting. I'm currently working on rebuilding the...
  6. Bluesman3000

    How to adjust front drum brake

    My 1968 Norton Commando has about 1400 miles on it since being restored. I've noticed that the front brake performance is a bit soft and would like to adjust it. I do most of my own work but I'm unsure how to proceed with this. I thought maybe the handlebar lever would be sufficient adjustment...
  7. gortnipper

    Manual Old Britts - Oil Gauge and Mount

    Old Britts Oil Gauge & Mount Installation Guide Download the complete PDF version using the green download button at the top right of this page for detailed Norton Commando oil pressure gauge installation and mounting procedures. This comprehensive Old Britts technical guide covers the...
  8. gortnipper

    Manual Old Britts - Engine Building Check Lists

    Old Britts Engine Building Check Lists Download the complete PDF version using the green download button at the top right of this page for detailed Norton Commando engine rebuilding check lists and workshop assembly procedures. These detailed Old Britts engine building check lists by Fred...
  9. gortnipper

    Manual Old Britts - Dismantling and inspecting the Commando gearbox

    Dismantling & Inspecting The Norton Commando Gearbox Download the complete PDF version using the green download button at the top right of this page for detailed Norton Commando gearbox dismantling, inspection and rebuilding preparation procedures. This detailed Old Britts workshop guide by...
  10. Jerry Doe

    Movie Riding Mk3 Movie

    Riding My 1975 Norton Commando Mk3 Watch the riding video using the media player above for a real-world road ride aboard a classic 1975 Norton Commando Mk3. This short on-bike riding film captures the experience of riding a Norton Commando Mk3 through winding back roads with close-up footage...
  11. Anvill

    MKIII cross shaft primary to gearbox alignment

    Hi all, I have been restoring an MKIII Commando over the past several months. I couldn't have come as far as I have without the knowledge people have shared through this incredible forum. But for the first time I have come across an issue I can't seem to find information on, and was hoping...
  12. davamb

    850 Engine Build Help Please

    Hi all, I'm building up an 850 engine and have a couple of final points that are of concern. I'd be thankful of some help from the brains trust: 1. Crank thrust washer - Presumably to set the crank end float. I see it in the parts diagram, but not mentioned in the assembly steps and nothing in...
  13. Coolhands

    Intro - Hi from Florida!

    Hey folks I’m new. Finally found a 1972 Commando that you folks hadn’t got to yet. Drove up to Raleigh from central Florida to pick it up and trailer home last weekend. Hadn’t run in at least 12 years and from the looks of things hadn’t run much. Lots of parts store wiring connections, leaky...
  14. Samuel Whittle

    Gearbox outer case assembly Clearance

    Hi everyone, I am reassembling an outer gearbox cover on a 72 Commando. The old one fits fine but was all banged up so I ordered a new one from Andover Norton, I know the assembly was exactly as before but now it is not clearing the clutch cable lever (it was before). Could the outer gearbox...
  15. yves norton seeley

    Striping Sunburst - 2

    The nude frame: 9.5Kg or 20.9 pounds. Swing arm 2.4 Kg or 5.9 pounds Genius simplicity by Colin Seeley Forks legs with Consentino internals Takasago Excel weel with Hemings twin rotors Back weel with Maney system Hi there, I work only 3 days last week, I spend my workshop hours to go to the...
  16. yves norton seeley

    Who knows the story of this bike ?

    V5 Image removed by the moderator as it contains personal information. Please cover or blank out the names and addresses if you repost. Hi There, My friend Fabien ask me to work on his project. I wish to know the story of this bike. What I know so far: The bike start his life as a 1955...
  17. Dune

    Fell in my lap, '15 Commando Sport MK1

    So i've been talking about Nortons for months, and a good buddy of mine is in the whole salvage auto business. suddenly he sends me an Auction on Copart for a '15 Commando sport, Salvage title (Dismantled) . Yesterday was my 34th Birthday and said, What the heck, lets go for it. :p Highest...
  18. phliper

    rewiring and a breaker

    Hi guyz I am rewiring my commando 74. I had an old wire harness and I had shorts with it. I’m about to change the complete harness. Would it be a good thing to add a contact breaker before the negative pole of the battery by replacing the fuse? i was thinking about a boat breaker that support...
  19. swooshdave

    Norvil Rearsets

    So people just don't like these but I've gotten use to them. If you have a set for a Commando (pre-MkIII) you want to get rid of let me know. Thanks!
  20. robs ss

    Commando Seat Rebuild Advice

    I'm looking for advice on what the best and most durable preparation & paint(?) system is for a Commando seat base - including any tips on work that may be necessary on the foam to improve the result. Is the stock method of attaching the cover to the base still the way to go or is there...
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