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1973 Norton Commando on 2040-motos

US $27000
YearYear:1973 MileageMileage:1 ColorColor: black
Location:

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Brooklyn, New York, United States
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Norton Commando photos

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Norton Commando tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):850 WarrantyWarranty:none TypeType:Standard For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

Norton Commando description

Description

You are bidding on a classic 1973 Norton Commando Roadster 850.

It was bought from the original owner and completely rebuilt.  Every part was refurbished or replaced as described below. 

Modifications

Rebuilt engine

20 over Hepolite pistons w/ superblend crank bearings

New valve springs, reseated valves

Stainless steel threaded exhaust pipe insert in head and new headers and pea shooters

New isolastic engine mounts

New clutch plates and springs

Anti-sump oil line valve

New main and headlight wiring harnesses

New headlight and mini stalks

New high shoulder aluminum rims and stainless spokes, tires, stainless braided brake lines and Colorado Norton Works fender and cross drilled front disc.

Rebuilt clocks by Nisonger

New 12v coils and charging system and battery

Hagon shocks

New chain

Corbin locking Gunfighter seat

New painted frame tank and covers by John Bozak

This vehicle is being sold as is with no guarantee of any kind. Stated condition of motorcycle is an opinion and is not to be thought of as a guarantee. If you are in the local area and you contact me in advance via e-mail,

 I can make arrangements for you to look at the bike in person. 

Clear title  1,365 miles since rebuild

Buyer will be responsible for shipping but I will assist. Will deliver within 60 miles of NYC.

Reason for selling, I hate to sell it it but due to foot/knee problems need an electric start.bike 

Moto blog

One Week

Thu, 05 Mar 2009

Get the Flash Player to see this player. Short Synopsis: When a young man is confronted with his mortality, he takes a cross-country road trip on a vintage motorcycle (a Norton Commando). One Week tells the story of Ben Tyler (Joshua Jackson), in his mid-twenties, who flees from the confines of his life—an impending marriage, a job he’s not entirely happy with and a recent diagnosis—in order to attempt to live more fully.

Moto Electra Equips Electric Norton Race Bike with iPad Console

Fri, 14 Sep 2012

Moto Electra has found a new, innovative way to combine old and new technologies in its electric race bike. The Virginia-based Moto Electra has been an active participant in electric motorcycle racing for the last few years, competing against much larger, better funded teams with a race bike using an electric motor and 1950s Norton Featherbed frame. That melding of old and new has produced surprising results, including podium finishes in the TTXGP and victory in a race featuring both electric and gas-powered motorcycles.

Bonhams To Auction Bruce Smith Collection Of Original Illustrations

Fri, 11 Oct 2013

On October 20, Bonhams will be auctioning off a collection of original illustrations by Bruce Smith from the 1960s and 1970s. Each one will be signed by Smith on heavy cartridge paper. The collection is comprised of cutaway illustrations of a 1963 Royal Enfield Interceptor 750cc, Chris Vincent’s 1964 BSA 650cc A65 Race Outfit, and a 1966 Greeves Racer, the largest of this series being 45cm x 62cm.