1971 Norton Commando 750

Lot details
Registration No: ODH140J
Frame No: 144646
Engine No: 20M35144646
cc: 750
MOT Expiry Date: April 2007

With the introduction of the Commando Norton sought to address one of the problems associated with large capacity parallel twins, vibration. By isolating the engine, gearbox, primary drive and swinging arm from the main frame with adjustable rubber mounts vibrations were not passed to the rider. The "isolastic" system proved successful, although in its early form it required careful adjustment and regular maintaince to work effectively. The engine was derived from the Atlas unit canted forwards at a slight angle which required modifications to the oil pick up. The initial version was equipped with a twin leading shoe front brake and a seat unit with a fastback tail section. By the early seventies the range had expanded to include a "Street Scrambler", Roadster and a "chopperesque" variant with high ape hanger handlebars and a saddle incorporating a back rest. The Roadster was easily the most popular with good looks and performance to match.
This particular machine was built during 1971 and exported to Italy. It was subsequently purchased Norvil Motorcycles Ltd as a basket case and rebuilt by Les Emery at Norvil between 2004 and 2005. During the course of the rebuild modifications that improved the reliability and general performance of the Commando were incorporated including a belt primary drive, electronic ignition and improved braking. The machine has covered less than 700 miles since the rebuild with the condition of the engine, transmission, electrical system and cycle parts being described by the vendor in "as new" condition.
It is offered with a Swansea V5C.