in the 70s I owned a 750 Combat Commando and then a 74 850 (red white and blue) NOTHING in this world compares to the sound of a vintage NORTON TWIN, nor to the beauty of those up-swept "peashooter" pipes.
@bruceparker9353
4 ай бұрын
Here here! Had a 74 (right shift) 850. White with red and blue graphics. It's known as the John Player replica paint scheme. Owned lotta bikes. Triumphs, BSA's, Sportsters, pan heads, and BMWs but that 850 Norton was my hands down favorite.
@babycriminalchan5803
3 жыл бұрын
Well gentlemen ! That's not a bike ! It's an art form 👀🙌❤️
@mozdickson
3 жыл бұрын
what a Harley dreams it could be
@gazzafloss
3 жыл бұрын
Well, let me tell you, I've owned both from new, a '70 Commando and several Harley's from the start of the 1990's and I know which make gave the most trouble, clue is, it wasn't a Harley. I named my Commando "The Blue Cattle Dog", because it regularly came home from a run in the back of a ute, trouble from day one that the dealer couldn't or wouldn't fix. Typical British bike of that era.
@thakery5720
4 ай бұрын
@@gazzafloss I couldn't agree more, and I am in England ! Parts just weren't available when I had my 1975 850 Interstate back in '79-'80 but with my Harleys I can get any part I want and more often BETTER parts that are cheaper from the vast aftermarket. I also find Harleys to be more 'rider friendly' than the Norton was.....
@savingclassicmotorcycles
Ай бұрын
Interesting colourway certainly looks awesome! Can’t wait to get my commando finished
@SpiritintheSky.
3 ай бұрын
A sensation. What a tribute to the restorers. (It appears to vibrate quite a bit more than my old "little" 750.)
@Jonsson474
3 жыл бұрын
The first bike a got close to as a kid. My neighbour had a yellow 850 Commando. It’s been in my heart ever since. Especially remember the sound it made when it started up. The perfect bike in my eyes.
@martinburke362
2 жыл бұрын
Possibly the nicest commando I've seen!!
@davidkeep6526
3 жыл бұрын
SIMPLY stunning ! My love of Nortons started when I did a number of years of my apprenticeship with the president of the WA Australia Norton Owners Club. His original Manx's and Commandos fueled the love of British bikes. Great to see them back in the scheme of things !😎👍
@donplenderleith6044
3 жыл бұрын
That is very original! I have never seen one done in white on white. Stunning. It shows just how timeless the Norton Commando's design and aesthetics are. It is also amazing how each Commando owner-restorer does his/her bike differently as an expression of their own personality.
@wolfgangwickinghoff936
Жыл бұрын
What a beauty! Well done!
@thomasgibbons353
3 жыл бұрын
Pride and joy. This is first class. Very kind of you to show it. Thanks.
@terryboehler5752
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!!! Early 70's in Tuustin, California, I was a young Marine stationed at MCAS El Toro. We had a loose knit band of motorcyclists. I had a new Gold Wing. I though it was a road racer. Our leader of the pack was a chopper that L/CPL Terry Dillow had crafted. It had twin BSA engines connected by primary chains. He kept the idle at 2000rpm and everything worked like a charm. If he tried to lower the idle, the two engines would try to lope out of sync, and there would go a primary chain. We had two Norton's that ride with us. They were 850 interstates , with 8&1/2 gallon fuel tanks. Gosh, those were cool . As a side note, the twinBSA made every ride, every time. We also had a red RD360. I've not seen another one since. L/CPL Dillow was killed in the crash of Convair240 #141012. It was a needless death.
@glenminnick3724
2 жыл бұрын
Oh amigo! I remember those days, blessings to you and your friend!
@donaldwayne4219
15 күн бұрын
What a stunning Norton!
@DesertMotors
3 күн бұрын
It really is a beauty. Love all of the design choices and modifications he made.
@billwilliamson9842
3 жыл бұрын
simply awesome bike, I love the tasteful mods you have done.
@carlarkless826
3 жыл бұрын
Friend, this has to be the most beautiful commando on the planet. All your upgrades and modern bits, changes etc,they all enhance it. The original black n gold is nice, but this is outstanding. When you fired her up I was immediately transported to a bygone era. You’re a lucky guy.
@alexanderwells2884
2 жыл бұрын
I dont mean to be offtopic but does anybody know a method to log back into an instagram account..? I was stupid lost the login password. I would appreciate any tips you can give me!
@eloncalvin2359
2 жыл бұрын
@Alexander Wells Instablaster :)
@alexanderwells2884
2 жыл бұрын
@Elon Calvin Thanks so much for your reply. I found the site through google and im waiting for the hacking stuff atm. Takes a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
@alexanderwells2884
2 жыл бұрын
@Elon Calvin It worked and I now got access to my account again. I am so happy:D Thank you so much, you saved my ass :D
@eloncalvin2359
2 жыл бұрын
@Alexander Wells No problem xD
@randallburgess46
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful!!! Wow! I rode my friends 850 and 750 combat commando years ago.
@AmarjeetSingh-ms5id
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent tuning of engine...runing was awesome...beautifully painted and chroming...loved the bike overall....congrats Sir
@denislemelin7653
Жыл бұрын
Yep she’s a beauty ! I’ve been on one in the early 70s and loved every second. Nice restore , paint, front wheel , seat ,chrome work , very nice !!!!
@charlesclark7350
3 жыл бұрын
I bought a 73 Norton 850 COMMANDO upon return from Vietnam in 1973. I was going to get a Harley but a friend told me about nearby NORTON dealer and I bought one new in the crate for $1,820 (gold was about $40 to $50 an ounce). It had a serious design flaw in that the heads are aluminum and the threaded sleeves that hold exhaust on are steel threads which eventually rip threads out of head. The solution is to bore out head and weld on threaded sleeve. When the isolastic suspension was proper tuned, it worked very well, from 45mph to 115mph the rear view mirrors were crystal clear from lack of vibration. I rode it coast to coast summer of 75 and i have dreams about it needing an oil change to prep for ride. I always wake up when I kick start it. Like waking up from wet dream!
@olddav1
3 жыл бұрын
I had the Norton 850m high rider, loved it until I had the same issue with the heads blowing out the threads. I suspect that was the beginning of the end fo rNorton, to bad.
@theodorewinter1753
3 жыл бұрын
Just Beautiful!
@splodge5714
3 жыл бұрын
Never had that problem. Drill a small hole in top engine fin and lockwire exhaust clamp to it. Stops it vibrating loose.
@PhilipFly11
9 күн бұрын
I had a Norton 850 Mk II, manufactured in 1973, it had a cross-over balance pipe between the downpipes and one always used to work loose. There were 2 solutions. First, was to get a large C-spanner, about 12 inches long which I kept under the seat and would tighten it up in a couple of seconds. Secondly, I installed the downpipes from a 750 without any balance pipe. After that, I the downpipe retainers did not work loose any more. The bike also sounded better too! Finally, I installed 10.25:1 forged pistons and the Norton went like a rocket and that gave the exhaust a much crisper bark.
@aussiedorsmith9293
2 жыл бұрын
Nice Norton ! Love the rims. Looks like they should have always been there, given the era.
@user-tg7ks1wp8f
2 жыл бұрын
白いコマンド、きれいですね。 ありがとうございました。
@wlingrell
Жыл бұрын
Nice bike. As a young guy I used to dream of having one of these bikes. I loved the old British bikes. I can't believe how small they look now. They are so simple which is nice.
@DesertMotors
Жыл бұрын
Everything has grown, including motorcycles. This is a particularly great example, though.
@hubertetienne2571
Жыл бұрын
Merci Monsieur pour votre magnifique Norton 850 Commando , Mon dieu quelle merveilleuse Moto . Petit coucou de France Hubert
@rover100bunson
8 ай бұрын
stunning, sensible upgrades
@davidburgis2734
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome job last time I rode a 850 was in the UK round Oulton park a test day later 70s when Trident were last built great machines 👌
@bastiaansmit4144
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bike and sound!
@LOGOASSASSIN
3 жыл бұрын
These always had a very distinctive sound I remember noting that at the time.
@michaelt2987
3 жыл бұрын
Been my favourite bike since 72 when my best buddy bought a used one, I stupidly bought a 250 Yamaha 2 stroke brand new that was all Rev and little power. Your bike is stunning, admittedly I prefer black or deep cherry red but you have made an incredible job of it and it sounds sublime. Well done !!!
@glenminnick3724
2 жыл бұрын
I started on a 250 Yamaha 2 stroke, not a bad bike, didn't have the $ to buy a Norton until a few yrs. later! We get there eventually!
@GPgundude
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely Stunning!
@mikeyjoechicago5818
3 жыл бұрын
Stunning!
@allsearpw3829
3 жыл бұрын
AMAZING , as below a work of art . Which would look great in any ones lounge .
@simonbertioli4696
2 жыл бұрын
He's a big lad in relation to a Norton.. However, the bike looks great....love them
@trevorjameson3213
3 жыл бұрын
That is a show piece, beautiful!
@harryviking6347
3 жыл бұрын
As a former owner of a 72- Commando 750 fastback.......Its beautiful!! I get sentimental.....
@mikeypl1957
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, excellent work.
@randalmontgomery4595
3 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous! Much nicer than stock.
@orsonkart4794
3 жыл бұрын
Stunning machine!
@burtvhulberthyhbn7583
Жыл бұрын
The most beautiful motorcycle ever made.
@glenminnick3724
2 жыл бұрын
Love Nortons, had a'75 850 commando, 66 Bonnie, 73 Tiger, 66 Matchless G80 cs ! Then i got married, Haaaa... oh well..I put a new ignition and mikuni carb set up on my baby, ran like a top!
@MrPnew1
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job Congrats
@glenboase8994
Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful looking Norton
@corporalclegg914
Жыл бұрын
those that have issues with these don’t know how easy they are to keep up. Britt Twins are super simple…it’s all about proper valve lash & carb jetting. I learned the processes when I was 11yrs old & would buy left-for-dead Britt bikes from newspaper ads in the ‘90s. I filled our hangar with Norton, Triumph, R-type BMWs & a few Triton cafe bikes. I never met one that I couldn’t repair & would sell 2-4 per year to pay tuition…and it was easy; I’d restore one & display it on or around campus with a For Sale sign on it. it would be gone before I wanted. then, I’d fly home & get the next one ready in a weekend. professors & towns people would pay whatever I asked, after a quick test rip. if you ever visit downtown Athens, GA & see a ‘70s era Commando, Bonneville or R50-R90, then there’s a great chance that it came from me. my signature is on every front fender. I held on to the more rare bikes & still have them in our hangar, though they’re in company with a few modern bikes these days. the Norton 850 is a fast ride for its time & for what it is. cheers
@jamespink4202
2 жыл бұрын
Really nice bike, I used to sell these new in the UK. Little chance they would always start first kick... Great restoration, super clean, sounds lovely too!
@PhilipFly11
9 күн бұрын
The mechanical ignition breaker points was the problem. In 1976, I had an 850 Mk II as my daily rider. After I installed a Boyer Bransden aftermarket electronic ignition sensor, my bike always started first time, every time. When cold, you had to give the Amals a good tickle, and it started first time even when sub-zero. Never needed used the choke.
@nortonkev7533
3 жыл бұрын
Sweet, I have a restored 1970 commando 750 black. Maybe it’s a British thing in our dismal weather. Love the white on white look, look at the American big blue sky I’m so envious 👍👍
@moosey62
3 жыл бұрын
Bloody hell! Great job!
@jeanmarc6769
3 жыл бұрын
beautiful in white and chrome! Very good taste! :))
@randyhiles3939
3 жыл бұрын
That a fantastic looking norto
@bruceparker9353
Жыл бұрын
I owned a 74 850. From the factory it was white, with red and blue stripes. It had a John Player replica paint job. Not all Norton's were black. Beautiful bike!
@shupshekitty
3 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous bike! White is a great color for that machine.
@paolopolo2207
3 жыл бұрын
Semplicemente un gioiello complimenti ė fantastica
@jimclements3190
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful 😎
@karthik-manickavelu
3 жыл бұрын
Omg, what a beauty!
@mikecrook8434
2 жыл бұрын
The color change is beautiful. I'd keep it in my living room when not riding it.
@DesertMotors
2 жыл бұрын
The white and chrome with gold logos really are so nice together.
@alloomis1635
3 жыл бұрын
just about the best you can do with a brit parallel twin, satisfying ride, easy to look at.
@c.a.marsupial.1282
Жыл бұрын
White works great. Great design. I love the sound of a Norton. Best motorcycle sound ever.
@DesertMotors
Жыл бұрын
I really does. It's elegant and allows the shape and details to really shine through.
@jeffg.679
2 жыл бұрын
Superb
@mray8519
9 ай бұрын
Perfection.
@sscbkr48
2 жыл бұрын
What a gorgeous bike and a great decade.. I love the look of the full fendered classics. Maybe I should swap the TU's fenders over to my 650 Interceptor.. the TU won't notice. 😄
@rcnelson
2 жыл бұрын
Beauty and the Best.
@zizoomo
3 жыл бұрын
it's beautiful
@alfred-vz8ti
Жыл бұрын
arguably, the best 'classical' motorcycle. even now, it wins points for relative simplicity. quite smooth, goes fast enough.
@DesertMotors
Жыл бұрын
For sure. Such a clean, timeless design.
@jamestonguet1737
3 жыл бұрын
exquisite~
@davidtaylor6793
2 жыл бұрын
Pure Class..
@notrondayt9
3 жыл бұрын
Love it in white
@johnkeen6714
Жыл бұрын
Just an effen' beautiful, beautiful looking bike
@snbailes1
3 жыл бұрын
magic
@Mustangdriver64
3 жыл бұрын
Was für ein Kunstwerk.
@Nubby007
3 жыл бұрын
Whats the rear light and license plate bracket you used? It really helps to slim the bike down a bit. Looks much better than the original.
@alloomis1635
3 жыл бұрын
the best of brit parallel twins.
@alloomis1635
3 жыл бұрын
the best brit twin, bar none.
@keithmoore5224
Жыл бұрын
Only problem i had was my mate use to break side stands and the footrest use to snap he had spares for both he was a fast rider
@michaelslack4937
3 жыл бұрын
I am so in love.
@andrewwindsor7469
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bike a long way from wolves
@garycody1929
3 жыл бұрын
Love the white
@jackbach8968
11 ай бұрын
Superbe 👍
@stoned66neves
Жыл бұрын
Linda demais...
@LOGOASSASSIN
3 жыл бұрын
WOW!
@chrisward7085
2 жыл бұрын
I had a 1971 Fastback with 2LS front brake, which wasn't great. As I wanted to race the bike, and use racing tyres, I changed the front to a Grimeca 4LS brake and a 18inch WM2 rim. The handling was much better. It lost that light front end feeling.
@eddieg4320
4 жыл бұрын
I love it,! With a white dress 👗, she is very nice!! A true wedding dress for her owner lover!!
@OzBloke
2 жыл бұрын
😍
@specialized500
4 жыл бұрын
Nice bike
@davidshattock9522
Жыл бұрын
My wife referred to me looking at this saying why are you looking at this bike porn..I thought mydear you have paid that bike designer a great compliment.here
@joseluissedanoescobar4629
3 жыл бұрын
Bellezon de moto
@YUGEBBQ
3 жыл бұрын
Mint.
@pierluigisimonetti3850
3 жыл бұрын
Wooow bianca è stupenda.
@andrewmorton395
3 жыл бұрын
I had a 1973 850cc Norton commode
@Stoneitful
4 жыл бұрын
nice
@jonpage4029
2 жыл бұрын
Pretty in white
@the_one_03
3 жыл бұрын
i have only seen a 750 in my life. Wanna own a big garage of old bikes ngl
@seleldjdfmn221
4 жыл бұрын
Nice content. Keep working Hard! i really want to be youtube friends :o
@richardarnold3812
3 жыл бұрын
for an 850 cc bike, how small and neat.
@ExeterCityMan
3 жыл бұрын
Hogslayer!
@1924ab
2 жыл бұрын
What company did that beautiful chrome work? VERY nice bike.
@rajb5595
3 жыл бұрын
As best as a norton could get
@olevaiti4302
3 жыл бұрын
That's jewellery.
@whitefields5595
3 жыл бұрын
I know this is a 'dry weather' bike, but how does the front of the engine and frame downtube stand up to the muck thrown up past the short front mudguard? In the UK this would turn into a real mess. The short mudguard looks better, but is it at a cost to the front of the engine? Is there a plate that could be fitted to protect it?
@krystikitten9336
2 жыл бұрын
What tyres did you use? I caught the size but not the make/model. ✌️❤️🏍
@DesertMotors
9 ай бұрын
Sorry, old comment, but I just saw this. Avon Roadrider tires.
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