1973
Norton Commando 750 Roadster - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 177669 |
|---|---|
| Category | Classic |
| Make | Norton |
| Model | Commando 750 Roadster |
| Year | 1973 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | duplex tubular |
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| Frontbrakes | Single disc. 1-piston calipers |
| Frontsuspension | roadholder telescopic forks |
| Frontwheeltravel | 152 mm (6.0 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). cable |
| Rearsuspension | swingarm and shock absorbers |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 73.0 x 89.0 mm (2.9 x 3.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 8.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Oil & air |
| Displacement | 745.00 ccm (45.46 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. twin amal 32 mm |
| Ignition | 2-coil |
| Maxrpm | 8000 |
| Power | 60.00 HP (43.8 kW)) @ 6200 RPM |
| Topspeed | 185.0 km/h (115.0 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 2 |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Kick |
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Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 25.00 litres (6.61 gallons) |
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About Norton
Country of Origin:
United Kingdom
Founder:
James Lansdowne Norton
Best Known For:
Isle of Man glory (Manx), Featherbed frame, Commando twins; modern V4/V-twin revivals
Company History
Few badges carry more romance than Norton: Manx singles howling over the Mountain, the Featherbed frame teaching the world about chassis stiffness, and the Commando’s rubber-mounted charisma defining a generation of British twins. Financial dramas and ownership changes punctuated the marque’s modern history, but the idea of Norton endured—elegant engines, taut handling, and a certain aristocratic restraint. Recent revivals pursued premium V4s and modernized Commandos with contemporary electronics and finishes, aiming to reconcile heritage with present-day reliability and compliance. Enthusiasts remain drawn to the riding experience: steering that reads the road, engines that speak through the bars, and ergonomics suited to fast B-roads. Historically, Norton is a pillar of motorcycling’s canon. Whether in classic trim under club racers or in modern carbon and billet, the name signals a commitment to the art of handling and the poetry of mechanical rhythm.