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1968 Norton Commando 750 Fastback (20M3) 745cc

Lot Number: 117

1968 Norton Commando 750 Fastback (20M3) 745cc

First year of production example of the 750 Commando pre-unit parallel-twin, which later became known as 'the fastback'.

Sold for: £5,417

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 18th February, 2023 at 1.30am GMT at ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1XL

REG NUMBER
NMS 668F

SUMMARY

First year of production example of the 750 Commando pre-unit parallel-twin, which later became known as 'the fastback'.

DESCRIPTION

When introduced, they were known simply as the Commando 750 and all had the slightly futuristic bodywork
The term "Fastback" was adopted by the factory when other models were introduced
With the anti-vibration Isolastic frame and 58bhp Atlas engine, these were the bikes to have in 1968
745cc Norton Atlas engine (9.0:1 comp ratio) with twin 930-series Amal Concentric carbs
Engine rebuilt by John Findlay in an older restoration by a previous owner
Not matching numbers. Odometer currently reads 16,853 miles. MOT history back to 8,735 miles in 2002
Several replaced or uprated parts include stainless steel wheels, petrol tank, Boyer ignition and a single-carb conversion
More recent maintenance history with invoices for electrics and other consumable parts
Attractive bike which runs and rides, we are told, with no known faults

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 117
Make: NORTON
Model: 750 COMMANDO
Variant: Fastback
Registration Number: NMS 668F
Frame Number: 127157
MOT Expiry: Exempt
Engine Number: 134166

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Rowan Huntley
Motorcycle Specialist
01926 691141
enquiries@iconicauctioneers.com

For further information regarding this lot please contact Rowan.

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