1975 Norton 828cc Commando Interstate Mk III, Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. IS 328508 Engine no. IS 328508

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1975 Norton 828cc Commando Interstate Mk III
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. IS 328508
Engine no. IS 328508
Norton were best known for single cylinder machines until the advent of the model 7, which made its debut in 1948. It was later to become the Dominator, still a 500, in 1951. From the initial capacity of 500cc the parallel twin engines were enlarged steadily, benefiting from the Featherbed frame from 1954, ultimately becoming a 750 when the Atlas appeared. In 1968 the 750 Commando was released with the new isolastic frame. After the end of 1973 the 750 was discontinued in favour of the new 850 variant which had emerged earlier in the year, running alongside the 750. Progressing through several versions, eventually the 850 incorporated an electric start on the Mark III models released in early 1975.

This machine is an early Mark III in Interstate trim, featuring the new rear disc brake, left hand gearchange, and right hand rear brake. It is fitted with a pair of aftermarket panniers. Part of a private collection of machines, there are no documents present, although it does have a key; the machine will require safety checks and re-commissioning, and is sold strictly as viewed. We have no knowledge of its mechanical condition, except that the engine turns over. Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the age, completeness and originality of the machine.