Norton Commando 850 Mk Iii on 2040-motos

Norton Mk III 850 Commando description

Classic British daily rider.

Do you like riding vintage bikes but get completely tired of the bull$#!t? Yeah, me, too. That's why you should consider this beautifully maintained 1975 Norton 850 Commando Roadster/Touring (said without irony).

Forgetting my emotional connection to this particular machine, the 750 and 850 Commandos are perhaps the most practical, usable-in-the-modern-world classic Britbikes. They handle well, have great power, a good electrical system and a disc front and rear brake. Most important, Isolastic rubber engine mounts quell what would otherwise be intolerable vibes from the big parallel-Twin.

Carburetion is very good. Fuel consumption is in the 50-mpg range most of
 the time. Hard to beat and has been completely trouble-free.

The aftermarket is huge for these bikes. You can change almost everything from standard, and often these changes are even for the better. . . For riding the bike for commuting and on long trips, we've made a few upgrades. By far the two most effective have been new starter and electronic ignition.

Stock Commando ignition is dual points and centrifugal mechanical advance. The system can work well and be reliable if all is in perfect shape, but the moving parts and weight-return springs are typically worn out after decades of use, leading to inconsistent performance and erratic idle. Our choice to replace the analog stuff, after advice from pros, was the Boyer Brandsen Electronic Ignition System. It bolts right in where the stock ignition used to be. Minor alteration to wiring retains the stock harness and look, so no one will be the wiser. The set offers a good advance curve and an idle-stabilization protocol that really works.

This 850 Commando was transformed by these changes. Idle, throttle response and overall running quality are excellent. A true electric starter has been added, as well as a cable upgrades. (the original "start-assist" Norton starter comes with the bike if you desire a completely stock bike.) It now starts first press of the button and runs without a hiccup.

An early Vetter prototype fairing has been added to the bike. Similar to the early Norton police Avon fairings, it gives excellent protection while retaining the vintage "look.". A detachable "top-box" and parcel rack are also on the bike. Transforming this roadster into a very nice touring motorcycle.

Additional parts included with the sale of the Norton 850 Commando include:
1.Riders Manual
2.Original Service Vouchers
3.1974 edition of World-wide Distributors & Dealers booklet
4.Instructional Literature Wallet
5.Wassell Clutch Control Cable (new)
6.Headlight mounting bolts and "O" rings
7.Front turn signals
8.Contact Breaker Plate with new points
9.Auto advance mechanism
10.Front gas tank reflectors
11.Original muffler brackets for reverse flow mufflers (which rotted off a long time ago)
12.Starter gasket
13.New steering lock
14.Disc brake pads (I set)
15.Tool tray
16.Reqar chain oiler
17.Trunk lock
18.Rear brake dust cover
19.Srews for front fender when used without mud-flap

Mileage = 20,791

$1,000 Additional new parts and tools are also included in purchase. Please ask for details.