Norton 750 Commando
A 1972 model Norton Commando 'Fastback.'
The fuel tank and the tailpiece are made of fiberglass, unusual for its era. The saddle was integrated into the tail piece, also unusual in a time when most other motorcycle saddles were for the most part simply mounted on top of the rear fender. The saddle was also equipped with 'ears' that wrapped around the rear of the fuel tank, taking he place of rubber pads that were attached to the tank on most other motorcycles up to that time. The 'Fastback' model proved to be ahead of its time in style.
Another alluring aspect of the Commando was the series of print ads that were placed in the popular motorcycle magazines of the time. To wit: silodrome.com/vintage-norton-commando-advertisements/ Aside from being a satisfying motorcycle to own and ride, this series of ads kept the Norton brand at the forefront in the minds of motorcyclists.
Norton 750 Commando
A 1972 model Norton Commando 'Fastback.'
The fuel tank and the tailpiece are made of fiberglass, unusual for its era. The saddle was integrated into the tail piece, also unusual in a time when most other motorcycle saddles were for the most part simply mounted on top of the rear fender. The saddle was also equipped with 'ears' that wrapped around the rear of the fuel tank, taking he place of rubber pads that were attached to the tank on most other motorcycles up to that time. The 'Fastback' model proved to be ahead of its time in style.
Another alluring aspect of the Commando was the series of print ads that were placed in the popular motorcycle magazines of the time. To wit: silodrome.com/vintage-norton-commando-advertisements/ Aside from being a satisfying motorcycle to own and ride, this series of ads kept the Norton brand at the forefront in the minds of motorcyclists.