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1966 Atlas Frame and front end 
I have a 1966 Norton Atlas whose frame has been cut up in an attempt to make it look more like a "chopper". The frame is basically useless (the sw
Scottieb68Mon Jul-26-10 08:56 PM076 ---
Commando rear sets 
I have a pair of pro flo clip ons which are pretty sweet but I need rear sets that don't look like they came off a gxsryzfondasuki. Can anyone recomme
piperSat May-08-10 10:19 PM
by wildcatmahone
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71' number identification 
Hey There, Looking for help identifying what PR represents before year on title plate. Ialso noticed a 1/2 " bend in back bone of frame and was wonde
bigrhamrSun Apr-18-10 12:06 PM
by dynodave
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Norton N15 Wheels 
Curious if anyone knows what wheels would be correct for Norton N15 from other years and models.. It's my understanding that the same style wheels wer
1967N15Sat Feb-20-10 07:57 PM
by NortonGuy
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Rear Tire size  
Hello all, Can you tell me what is the widest size 19 inch tire that will fit on rear of a stock 1973 850 commando ? Thank you in advance
flying aceThu Jan-28-10 08:33 PM0334 ---
Dunstall rearsets for Norton 
I have a set of Dunstall rearsets that I want to install on a 72 and I would like to ask some questions of anyone who has put a set on to see how and
Stan TimperleySat Jan-09-10 08:31 AM
by sns
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WTB: Dunstall Rearsets 
Looking for complete rearsets in good condition. (pegs not necessary.) Thank s in advance.
snsSat Jan-09-10 08:28 AM0220 ---
Info on Norton Frames 
Can following info on Norton Frames be available - 1) Featherbed frame - their variations(slimline/ wideline) , their suitabilty for british twin cy
dbawiskarFri Nov-27-09 05:06 PM
by johnandnz
11705 ---
Late commando frames with F&# stamped on frame neck. 
Do any of you guys(or gals) have late frames with frame stampings that you can ALSO get a peak at the LH frme gusset behind the Z plate... I have f
dynodaveSat Nov-21-09 06:11 PM0326 ---
1953 Model 7 Dominator 
Anyone out there have a dual seat to suit the above..any condition....is a garden gate swing arm frame NOT the featherbed.....also looking for the tea
Sam GiftTue Nov-03-09 04:57 PM
by jameslynch
122656 ---
Norton Plunger Units Source? 
Just acquired a 1950 Model 7 frame... sans plunger units. Anyone know of a source for usable or salvageable spares? Thanks, -Bill
blescohierWed Sep-30-09 02:07 PM
by dynodave
1426 ---
Rim laceing for the beginner 
Recently got a great deal on allow rim and stainless spoke kit for my 70 Norton. I also bought a new hub so I could use the old one for an example. I
DonaldTue Sep-08-09 09:20 PM
by T Lang
72653 ---
1970 Commando pulls to left 
I bought a 1970 Commando S in about 1974 when I was young and poor. It has always pulled slightly to the left. If I leaned to the right, I could over
T LangMon Sep-07-09 10:50 PM0325 ---
Gas tank aluminium and seat 
Hello I'm looking everywhere for a used gas tank in aluminium for my 1973 Norton Commando 750. A seat that fits the tank is high on the list as well.
krabbeMon May-18-09 12:54 PM0484 ---
Front fork shudder 
Dave, I still have not solved my front fork shudder I described in a post awhile back. You suggested wheel balance. I was just i
jerrySun Apr-12-09 08:01 PM0500 ---
Commando suspension sorting 
Greetings, well I have some good news to report. The 72 750 is getting better and better, but still not completely happy with the handling. About 6
JeffSun Apr-12-09 07:59 PM
by jerry
31060 ---
Steering Head Lock/ Fork Shudder 
I finally got a steering head lock with keys. How is it held in place? The part book shows a grub screw but there is no hole in the lock recess. I hav
jerryTue Nov-25-08 06:25 AM
by jerry
2806 ---
Timing cover logo 1957 model 99 
Does anybody have or know where I can obtain the small round Norton logo for a 1957 model 99 Dominator timing cover if so please e mail me at allan_em
allan39Mon Aug-11-08 10:32 AM0960 ---
`i need help to identify. 
a springer front end just fell into my hands that i was going to build a chopper with, the guy who sold me the front end did not know where they came
awol71Sat Aug-09-08 09:37 AM0769 ---
Norton Atlas swingarm bolt torque 
Greetings to all. My '65 Norton Atlas vibrated one of its swingarm nuts off. I've found a replacement nut and washer, but I cannot find any referenc
BruceFri Jun-06-08 02:42 PM
by dynodave
11428 ---
Help!!! 
So here's my problem: Bike: '74 Norton Commando Job: New Tires, New Wheel Bearings, New Sprocket, New Chain Issue: Sliding the rear wheel i
moesbluesWed May-14-08 11:50 AM
by dynodave
31157 ---
64 Atlas 750 Basket Case 
The first thing I need to do is get it to roll, it been in a barn since '68, original tires are dry rotted. 3.25 X 19 front 4.00 X 18 rear, what shoul
GnarlsSun May-11-08 10:31 AM
by webmaster
11055 ---
rotor resurfacing 
Where can I go to get a 74 Commando front brake rotor resurfaced. Right now it is a mixture of chrome and rust. Doug Roche ster, NY
guzzi1Tue Apr-29-08 02:57 PM
by dynodave
2938 ---
SS650 
Hi All I am trying to piece together a 18ss, I have not had it dated yet so I cannot tell you the exact year.(it was first regestered for road use in
BruzerSun Feb-24-08 08:41 PM
by dynodave
3953 ---
HELP Spoke length1959 Dominator 88 
Hi I am about to build up some new wheels for a mate of mine but he dose not know the spoke length to buy. Can anyone tell me the spoke lengths for a
stringfellowThu Feb-07-08 10:33 AM
by dynodave
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