1976 Norton Commando 850cc

1976 Norton Commando 850cc. One owner since new, and that's me! A low mileage example of one of the last Commandos built. Improvements include a decent front brake and "pea shooter" exhausts. A good looking machine! A big-time favourite wih British motorcyclists in the 70's - voted five times 'Machine of the year' by MCN readers. The big twin engine is mounted in the frame using a revolutionary 'isolastic' (rubber mounted) system that while giving the impression of being a little vibey at low revs soon smooths right out once above 2500rpm. You know you're on a real motorbike when you try to kick her over, don't worry if you can't though - this is one example where the electric start still works! Only four gears to worry about, but what TORQUE! It just pulls like a train. Gear shift on the left is a familiar sight to customers used to Japanese hardware, easing the transition from modern bikes to a classic such as this. All in all a true king of motorcycles.