2012 Norton Commando

What was your intended objective when you started the build?

I wanted to restore it back to it’s former glory,… only with a few improvements. I plan on showing it at the Garage Build show at bike week in Daytona 2023!

What motivated you to start your project?

I originally built this bike back in 2012, took it to bike week in Daytona, then sold it in 2013. Found it listed for sale at a pawn shop on Mother’s day of this year 2022. How could I pass up buying it back? I just had to do a full restoration!

What was the most unique and creative thing you did to the bike?

Every part of the 110cc engine was put through my vapor honing machine. I wanted it to look like it came from the Norton factory.

What are you most proud of?

After finishing the build, it won a trophy in its first bike show.

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

They do not know that it is a 1 of 1 custom build until I tell them. Everyone thinks it was a production bike.

One Comment

  • rulg says:

    i was going to say, that’s not a Norton commando dude….yet me help you out here, your confused……but after reading the bio on it, it’s actually pretty damn impressive….as close as anyone could possibly get with bones like that.

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Specifics

Classification: Classic/Restored
Make, Model & Year: Norton Commando 2012
Fondly known as: Baby Norton
Time spent: 50
Motorcycle cost: 500
Money spent: 800
Engine: 110cc 2 stroke
Intake: Racing carburetor
Exhaust: Stock
Transmission: Single speed dry clutch
Frame: Stock frame by Kent
Suspension: None
Wheels, tires and brakes: Stock
Finish – Paint: Base coat / clear coat with a hand sanded finish. All of the logos are painted, no decals!
Accessories: Custom seat to look factory original.

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