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This Restored 1970 Norton Commando 750 Is Auctioned Off at No Reserve

At first glance, you might say this parallel-twin looks like it’s seen some better days, but you’ll eat your words when you find out what’s inside.
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Back in the day, the Norton Commando 750 was a force to be reckoned with among two-wheeled machines of its time. After all these years, you will find countless riders who still have a soft spot for this aging British superstar, and many of them would gladly pay a fair amount to own one such entity.

If you identify with this statement, you’ll certainly be thrilled to learn that a refurbished 1970 model from Norton’s lineup is auctioned at no reserve on Bring A Trailer. Sure, its engine does look mildly corroded, but this is exactly what you can expect to see on a motorcycle that’s been around for as long as five decades. The auctioning period ends today, and the highest bid on this Commando is currently at $4,250, so you’ll have to act fast if you’d like to own it.

The 1970MY predator is put in motion by a four-stroke 745cc parallel-twin mill that packs two valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 9.0:1. At approximately 6,800 spins per minute, the air-cooled powerplant is good for 58 untamed ponies, which travel to a chain final drive and the rear hoop by means of a four-speed transmission.

Now that we’ve reminded ourselves about the bike’s main powertrain characteristics, let’s dive in for a closer inspection of the restoration work done by its current owner. As of 2018, the twin-cylinder engine was blessed with a selection of youthful components. Those included a Boyer electronic ignition setup, new Amal carburetors, and fresh pistons, among others.

Additionally, the weary chain drive was discarded to make room for a modern alternative, while the exhaust system received a shiny pair of reverse megaphone mufflers. Handling improvements were accomplished thanks to revised forks and top-shelf RoadRider tires from Avon’s catalog. We’re only scratching the surface here, so checking this Commando 750 out on the BAT website is the next thing you ought to be doing.
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About the author: Silvian Secara
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A bit of an artist himself, Silvian sees two- and four-wheeled machines as a form of art, especially restomods and custom rides. Oh, and if you come across a cafe racer article on our website, it’s most likely his doing.
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