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Norton Commando 750 Fastback

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Make Model.

Norton Commando 750 Fastback

Year

1972

Engine

Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, push rod, 2 valves per cylinder.

Capacity

745 cc / 45.5 cu in
Bore x Stroke 73 x 89 mm
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Cooling System Air cooled

Induction

2 x 30mm Amal concentric carburetors

Ignition

12V, alternator

Starting

Electric and kick

Max Power

58 hp / 43 kW @ 6800 rpm

Transmission

4 Speed

Final Drive

Chain

Front Suspension

Telescopic forks

Rear Suspension

Dual shocks, 5-way adjustable

Front Brakes

Single 203 mm Drum, twin leading shoe

Rear Brakes

Single 178 mm Drum, twin leading shoe

Front Tyre

4.10-19

Rear Tyre

4.10-19
Dimensions Length 2220 mm / 87.5 in
Width 660 mm / 26 in
Wheelbase 1441 mm / 56.75 in
Seat Height 863.6 mm / 34 in

Dry Weight

190 kg / 420 lbs

Fuel Capacity 

10 Litres / 2.6 US gal

Top Speed

187 km/h / 116 mph

Road Test

Moto Cycleing
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The original model was designated the 'Fastback' in March 1969 to differentiate it from the newly introduced 'S' and 'R' models. A modified frame was fitted to overcome the earlier breakages. A Mk2 Fastback was introduced in September 1970 with revised stands, chain guard, alloy levers with integrated switchgear and the 20M3S engine. A metal tank, 4.10 x 19 front tyre, upswept exhausts and reverse cone megaphone silencers were fitted on the 1971 MK3.

The ‘Combat engine’ engine was introduced in January 1972 in the Mk4 Fastback. The last of the fastbacks, the MkV, was produced from November 1972 to mid-1973 as a 1973 model and featured improved crank bearings and the standard grind camshaft. Compression was reduced to 9.4:1.