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New member questions.

New member with several questions. I recently purchased a 1971 Norton Commando non running project that hasn’t run since 2003. While not a …

8m ago

Headlight mount for dunstall fairing

Hello. How does one mount the headlight inside a dunstall fairing? There are three holes around the headlight opening. Is it supposed to be…

56m ago

Spark Plugs do not fit

I am having a problem with fitting new spark plugs. It seems that the plugs I just removed have some added collar on them. I removed them o…

6h ago

Pictures of your Norton Commandos

Hmmmm....just sitting here wondering (oh yeah, 71 days until redeployment back to the US of A!!!!!) why there is no "post a picture of your…

16h ago

Engine cutting out

1975 MK111, just had the bike re-wired. This is what it has on it AMALpremier carbs, good spark plugs, the wire from the pick up plate on t…

1d ago

Mix and match tire brands

I need a new rear tire, is there any reason not to get one that doesn’t match my front Avon? Any issues with compatibility?

1d ago

Combat side cover markings

Hi all, I recently acquired a 1972 Commando Combat in the standard Black/Gold color scheme, and noticed that some other examples have a "Co…

2d ago

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