Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 24th March from 1pm
Auction: Wed 25th March from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1976 Norton Commando 850 Mk. III Interstate
Just four owners from new
Estimate
£4, 500 - £5, 500
Registration No: LPL 950P
Frame No: 131610
MOT: Exempt
Four owners from new, including one from 1984 to 2016
Subject to an rngine renovation in 1991
Exhaust system, wheels and brake master cylinders recently overhauled
Launched in 1967, the 745cc parallel-twin Norton Commando was lauded by Motor Cycle News as its Machine of the Year on five successive occasions from 1968 to 1972. The bored-out 850 model (actually 828cc) arrived for 1973 and steadily evolved, with the ultimate Mk. III of 1975-77 benefitting from electric start and front and rear disc brakes, though it was heavier and higher-geared than its predecessors. The Interstate was particularly conceived for long-distance cruising, featuring a larger 5½-gallon tank.
This lovely 1976 Commando 850 Mk. III Interstate has had four owners, the previous owner keeping it from 1984 to 2016. The engine was overhauled in 1989 and in 1991 a new speedometer was fitted, with the MOT certificates suggesting a total mileage of around 35, 000. In March, 1991, the rear suspension units were replaced with Koni items and at some point, the bike was converted to a single carburettor.
Our vendor bought the Norton at the beginning of 2016 and has replaced several items, including the exhaust system and brake master cylinders, with new assemblies. The rear wheel has been rebuilt with stainless steel spokes and rim, and the carburettor has been refurbished. In addition to a large documents file, this bike is offered with some spare Norman Hyde footrests.
** Bidding will take place live at the venue, online via our H&H website, by telephone and commission - T&Cs apply**
Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).
