Overview

This manual is aimed at owners and enthusiasts of the legendary Norton Commando, and covers all areas of restoration from the sourcing of the bike to its completion as a fully restored machine. Starting with advice on the different models, spares availability and where best to source a bike to restore, the book then covers the complete dismantling and restoration of the bike. Describing the engine, frame, gearbox, wheels, suspension and forks, brakes, ancillaries, bodywork, and electrics, the text is illustrated with hundreds of clear colour photos. What really sets this manual apart is the style in which it is written: not as some dull and distant workshop manual but in a friendly, humorous manner by an enthusiast of many years who is able to involve and entertain the reader, as well as providing a thorough and detailed restoration guide. This is the third motorcycle restoration guide from an author whose previous works have been a massive hit with mechanics, enthusiasts and restorers throughout the world.

Full Product Details

Author:   Chris Rooke
Publisher:   David & Charles
Imprint:   Veloce
Dimensions:   Width: 20.70cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 27.00cm
Weight:   0.870kg
ISBN:  

9781787113947

ISBN 10:   1787113949
Pages:   224
Publication Date:   15 February 2020
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Inroduction: Choosing a model to restore Chapter 1 Buying the bike and preparing for restoration Chapter 2 The ten golden rules for a successful restoration Chapter 3 Preparing to dismantle the bike Chapter 5 Beginning the strip down - seat, tank and headlamp Chapter 5 Removing the main electrical components Chapter 6 Removing the rear wheel and rear brake assembly Chapter 7 Removing the carburettors Chapter 8 Draining the oil Chapter 9 Removing the swinging arm and Timing cover Chapter 10 Dismantling the Primary Chaincase Chapter 11 Dismantling the Gearbox Chapter 12 Removing the cylinder head and barrels Chapter 13 Removing the engine from the frame Further chapters covering the rebuilding and restoration process.

Reviews

I could not find any aspect of restoration that is overlooked and am impressed with the standard of writing. - Roadholder.

I could not find any aspect of restoration that is overlooked and am impressed with the standard of writing. - Roadholder. --- we think this is a good restoration guide ... check it out. - Sump

Author Information

Chris was born in Oxford and grew up in a family devoted to all things mechanical, but especially engines and motorbikes. He owned his first bike aged 11 – a Raleigh Runabout – quickly followed by a couple of scooters. When he turned 16, he realised his dream of becoming a 'Biker' … on a Casals moped! From these humble beginnings, his love of British bikes blossomed, owning and rebuilding a BSA Starfire, a Triumph T100, a Matchless G3LS, and a Bonneville T140V – before he finally returned to his teenage dream: the Triumph Trident. Chris’s experiences in restoring the Triumph Trident, a Kawasaki Z1, and a Norton Commando have led him to write three Enthusiast Restoration Guides, published by Veloce, as well as an ‘Essential Buyer’s Guide”.

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