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Sale saddened

I am somewhat sad to report that I have, just yesterday, sold my '73 Commando 750. Am already having some "seller's remorse". I guess we ca…

2h ago

Lucas 200 W alternator

Does the Lucas 200 W 16 amp single phase alternator produce greater power at a lower RPM than the stock alternator? Thanks

3h ago

Metal sliver in oil -- time to panic?

I was doing my first oil change on my new-to-me MKIII when I noticed a small sliver of metal sticking to the magnetic sump drain plug. The …

9h ago

My Commando won't start

Yes, this is one of these threads. I am now in the unfortunate situation that my 1970s Norton Commando 750 won't start. Hopefully someone o…

15h ago

Gearbox Question

I am assembling a gearbox and I am not finding first gear. I think I have the quadrant pinion a tooth out with the cam plate. Here is a pic…

17h ago

Early reed valve breather

Roger sent me this photo of his 57HP 500 racer with a 1970s style check valve breather which he's been using since 1990. He developed this …

17h ago

Primary Chain Plunger Pad Separation

After a long winter of putting off tearing into my primary (due to endless priorities of life) to change out my Stator and Rotor (with crun…

17h ago

Cerakote- Engine Cradle

After looking at some old threads regarding the issues related with powdercoating the engine cradle, I was just curious if anyone has attem…

23h ago

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