[{"id": 17030643, "authorName": "msgallin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msgallin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice Restoration", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741547364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17031307, "authorName": "Mhs6631", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mhs6631/", "bidAmount": 4400, "content": "USD $4,400 bid placed by Mhs6631", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741550723, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17031931, "authorName": "whilst", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whilst/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nicely done! I do like the painted fender,it just works.\r\nNo later Vernier for the isolastics? Since you had apart,I figured you'd update. \r\nI'm sure the bearing conversion for swingarm is much better than the problematic stock bronze bush. \r\nQ: Is the Tri-Spark better than the Boyer?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741559157, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17032068, "authorName": "Ganzy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ganzy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What was the original color of the bike?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741561087, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17032073, "authorName": "Genes409", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/genes409/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful Norton!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741561173, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17032101, "authorName": "Opie1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/opie1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gotta love that front brake!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741561573, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17032206, "authorName": "TeddyGad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/teddygad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gorgeous color, improved brakes and suspension, and ride vids/receipts got my attention!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741563448, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17032210, "authorName": "TeddyGad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/teddygad/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "USD $5,000 bid placed by TeddyGad", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741563488, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17032225, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@whilst yes, it has the vernier type adjustable isolastics. The Tri-Spark is a digital unit and has a much better advance curve over the Boyer.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741563685, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17032270, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Another upgrade the bike has is what Andover Norton call a hybrid gearbox cradle. It has the improved MK3 type cotter pin arrangement for positively locating the swingarm spindle but with the earlier type slots for adjusting the primary drive. There is a photo that shows the tops of the cotters under the rear fender.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1741564559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17032436, "authorName": "Pontiacjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pontiacjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What was the original color? Asking for a friend. (Former 1966 Norton Atlas owner).", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741567160, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17032540, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Pontiacjohn original paint was already erased and replaced with a \u201ccustom\u201d rattle can job.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741568264, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17035020, "authorName": "TeddyGad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/teddygad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"Rattle can\" paint looks very good- did it have hardener and then clear coated?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741623681, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17036851, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Teddygad I was referring to the paint that was on it not the paint on it now which was applied by a pro. I always liked the candy apple red option that was available from the factory for the \u201874 and \u201875 years and bought a NOS side panel that had never been mounted to use as a reference for the color. The stripes and decals have been clear coated which the factory did not do and which is why the stripes are usually rubbed off on places on factory original paint that has survived 50 years. This bike has actually been painted twice in my possession in an attempt to keep it perfect. I don\u2019t what color it was originally from the factory.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741631155, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17037812, "authorName": "York", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/york/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do you have the original front fender ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741634375, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17040376, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@York the fender was dented by a PO and pitched.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741642135, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17040684, "authorName": "RichsRelics", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/richsrelics/", "bidAmount": 5400, "content": "USD $5,400 bid placed by RichsRelics", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741644777, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17053735, "authorName": "MNberg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mnberg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Another great looking Commando. They are exciting bikes to own, ride, and show. Very unique and beautiful looking bikes, and they have a fantastic sound.\r\n\r\nBest of luck to the Seller; its a stunning looking bike.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741789534, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17061086, "authorName": "08TTKing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/08ttking/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "USD $5,500 bid placed by 08TTKing", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741820790, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17062351, "authorName": "turbococupe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turbococupe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any options for a source on an original front fender?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741834408, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17063161, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@turbocupe https://andover-norton.co.uk/en/shop-drawing/81/front-fender-number-plate-and-seats\r\nAN claim something like 90% of parts that make up a Commando are in stock. Not bad for a bike out of production for 50 years. One of the main reasons so many Nortons are still being restored and in regular use.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741868335, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17066630, "authorName": "Wovoka", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wovoka/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I thought there was something familiar about your serial number - 312259 - and I went downstairs to check the one on my own '74 Commando. It is 312907, only 648 numbers above yours ... which is no biggie, but I can imagine my orange bike emerging from the factory only a week or two following your red one ... or whatever color it was!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741889740, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17069391, "authorName": "pilotxp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pilotxp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good day,\r\n\r\nYou are the seller that let go that RWB Commando around the end of February are you not? Best video rides I have seen on Bat! Curious to know why you are selling out your collection? Both very nice machines!! I am rebuilding (slowly) a 1966 Atlas, Newby belt drive and clutch, lots of other neat stuff.\r\nWill be seeking a Commando but timing is off right now or I would be bidding!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741898824, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17074048, "authorName": "Rickes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nicely restored! How difficult would it be to add an electric start conversion kit?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1741965977, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17078345, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rickes Level of difficulty depends on your mechanical skills or if you have a shop local to you that knows Norton Commandos. There are two types of kits, with the Alton kit most readily available starting at $2700.00. The entire primary drive must be removed to fit the kit inner cover. The Alton kit reuses the stock clutch basket. chain and sprocket which has been removed from this bike. If the winning bidder wants these parts for a future Alton install, I will provide them with the bike. The other kit out there is the one from Colorado Norton Works which includes a belt drive. Availability of the CNW kit seems sketchy, whenever I check the CNW online catalog for parts, the starter kit is listed as out of stock. In addition to either kit you will also need two Commando specific tools, one for removing the clutch pressure plate and one for removing the front sprocket/pulley.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741981353, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17078667, "authorName": "Rickes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you AZRoadrunner for your quick and very informative response!\r\nSale should do very well!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741982414, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17079994, "authorName": "John_B", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/john_b/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rickes As I\u2019ve been told by a good friend that is deep into vintage British bikes, \u201cIf you can\u2019t kick start it, you\u2019re not worthy\u201d \ud83d\ude01", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1741985807, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17081953, "authorName": "Rickes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "True that @John B! I'd kick start it at the biker bar and in front of the Ladies but at my age the rest of the time I just want to push a button.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1741996915, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17082140, "authorName": "Wovoka", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wovoka/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I ordered and installed CNW e-start kits (about $3,000 each) on both my 750, and my 850. You can see the results for my 750 here on my BaT sale. Matt, in charge of Colorado Norton Works, provided tons of advice for a multiplicity of dumb-ass questions from yours truly...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1741999478, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17082973, "authorName": "rofandofy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rofandofy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Far superior to a certain Laverda 750 selling currently on BaT for lots of $", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1742012483, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17084165, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rofandofy and weighs about 90 pounds less than that Laverda. Did they cast the crankcases from lead? \ud83e\udd23", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742049699, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17086665, "authorName": "koolbob309", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/koolbob309/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "USD $5,600 bid placed by koolbob309", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742065138, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17088415, "authorName": "jgtnor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jgtnor/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My understanding is that electric starters on these vintage Commandos never turned out very well. Better to keep them well maintained and well tuned so that trying to kick start them doesn't end with a bunch of angry cuss words. Ha-ha.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742071579, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17089173, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I forgot to mention that this bike has the AMR Nortec modification to the timing cover and oil pump to prevent wet sumping when left standing for long periods. You can read about this mod here:\r\nhttps://www.amr-of-tucson.com/", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1742076362, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17089210, "authorName": "Magge52", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/magge52/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My electric start was fairly reliable but I always treated it as an 'electric assist'. It worked pretty good at that. This is a nicely done project. Candy apple red is a dynamite color. GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742076883, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17089333, "authorName": "Jimbos1954", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimbos1954/", "bidAmount": 5800, "content": "USD $5,800 bid placed by Jimbos1954", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742078211, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17089374, "authorName": "TeddyGad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/teddygad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Both Nortons and Laverdas are great bikes, and a Laverda SFC weighs 454 dry with 75 HP, while a 74 Norton weighs 410 dry with 60 HP. The Laverda SFC was a factory endurance racer w/ special parts made in limited runs, hence the high prices.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742078528, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17090445, "authorName": "750GT1974", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/750gt1974/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As a previous owner of a 1974 Laverda, SF2, and a current owner of a 1974 Norton 850. I absolutely prefer the Norton as a \u201cStreet Bike\u201d way More low end Torque, lighter, quite a bit smoother ( the Laverda twins are notorious for their vibration), sound better and Look better! Just my 2 cents worth \ud83d\ude01", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1742098129, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17091079, "authorName": "pacers35", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacers35/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Wovoka, my '74 is 312516. I bought it new. Love the brake upgrade here. Curious, does the Tri-state lead to consistent easy one or 2 kick starts. Mine has always been somewhat cantankerous when starting especially when restarting after a 10-20 minute stoppage. To trickle or not to trickle is the question.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1742131752, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17091420, "authorName": "Doms", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doms/", "bidAmount": 5900, "content": "USD $5,900 bid placed by Doms", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742136463, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17091537, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pacers35 I believe your hot starting issues are related to modern fuel formulations. The solution is simple, either take shorter breaks before the carb float bowls soak up engine heat or take longer ones so they can cool back down. It's that 15-20 minute range they are most likely to impact the idle circuits. Even my Holley carb equipped old chevy pickup takes a lot more revolutions to start hot than cold. I don't remember carbureted vehicles doing this back in the 70s.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1742137897, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17092598, "authorName": "cjellmone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cjellmone/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "USD $6,100 bid placed by cjellmone", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742146874, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17092756, "authorName": "Cliffk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cliffk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My \u201874 Commando always started from 1-2 kicks, cold or hot. And that bike was not nearly as well kept as this beauty.\r\nGLWA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742147939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17092948, "authorName": "czmx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/czmx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The factory 'Electric Assist\" on the '75 MkIII's was problematic, but not the CNW kit. Mine has been rock solid. Early Altons had an issue with some nylon pieces in their kit but I understand that issue was addressed in recent years. @jgtnor, other than the Alton issue, I heartily disagree regarding the aftermarket conversions being problematic The Alton and the CNW starter kits are both nice pieces. However, after checking out the design and hardware of both first hand, I went with the CNW conversion over the Alton. I felt like it was better executed. And yes, @Wovoka, Matt at CNW is not only patient but eager to answer any questions. This is a nicely done Commando that is currently way under market. Good luck to all.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1742149134, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17092976, "authorName": "Hwyfever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hwyfever/", "bidAmount": 6200, "content": "USD $6,200 bid placed by Hwyfever", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742149344, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17093055, "authorName": "majors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/majors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One question...when did the Brits switch from Whitworth fasteners to SAE fastener sized wrenches for the motorcycles? My 64 Triumph used the Whitworth nuts and bolt heads. Is this one SAE ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742149895, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17093201, "authorName": "triumph110", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/triumph110/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "USD $6,500 bid placed by triumph110", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742150659, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17093322, "authorName": "Harboc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/harboc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this the original color?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742151301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17093337, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@majors I can only speak for Nortons I have owned. My \u201867 Atlas has no SAE fasteners but beginning with the first Commandos, generally the cycle parts had SAE fasteners but engine and trans were still as before. So two sets of tools needed.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742151355, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17093384, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Harboc I don\u2019t know what the original color was but this paint was copied using a factory original painted side panel.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742151547, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17093463, "authorName": "Harboc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/harboc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Should the paint code be somewhere?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742151908, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17093753, "authorName": "CBRob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cbrob/", "bidAmount": 6600, "content": "USD $6,600 bid placed by CBRob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742153133, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17093811, "authorName": "Doms", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doms/", "bidAmount": 6700, "content": "USD $6,700 bid placed by Doms", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742153374, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17093849, "authorName": "The914", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/the914/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a beauty!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742153561, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17094098, "authorName": "CBRob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cbrob/", "bidAmount": 6800, "content": "USD $6,800 bid placed by CBRob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742154695, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094194, "authorName": "Doms", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doms/", "bidAmount": 6900, "content": "USD $6,900 bid placed by Doms", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742155317, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094220, "authorName": "Wallaby25", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wallaby25/", "bidAmount": 7100, "content": "USD $7,100 bid placed by Wallaby25", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742155438, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094239, "authorName": "Tubman2025", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tubman2025/", "bidAmount": 8200, "content": "USD $8,200 bid placed by Tubman2025", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742155515, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094284, "authorName": "jackmjason", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jackmjason/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This Commando is gorgeous and deserves a lot more re$pect.\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1742155694, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17094338, "authorName": "Wallaby25", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wallaby25/", "bidAmount": 8300, "content": "USD $8,300 bid placed by Wallaby25", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742155882, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094342, "authorName": "dogster61", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dogster61/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I purchased a black 74 Roadster from AZ RoadRunner fairly recently and can fully recommend his work done on restoring Nortons,bid with confidence", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1742155893, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17094400, "authorName": "roblamun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roblamun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just to chime in on the starter. I have a Black 75 MkIII Roadster and at 72 I am appreciative of a little tickle and at the touch of a button she roars to life. I've heard nothing but good things on the starter upgrades for the previous years. Someone will bid up on this one in the next few minutes. They are getting harder to find as some rust away and others become trailer queens. Get with Norton riding group if you can. GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742156139, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17094410, "authorName": "Tubman2025", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tubman2025/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "USD $8,500 bid placed by Tubman2025", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742156174, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094416, "authorName": "CalCaylor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/calcaylor/", "bidAmount": 8700, "content": "USD $8,700 bid placed by CalCaylor", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742156199, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094438, "authorName": "Tubman2025", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tubman2025/", "bidAmount": 8800, "content": "USD $8,800 bid placed by Tubman2025", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742156259, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094444, "authorName": "CalCaylor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/calcaylor/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "USD $9,000 bid placed by CalCaylor", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742156279, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094464, "authorName": "Tubman2025", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tubman2025/", "bidAmount": 9250, "content": "USD $9,250 bid placed by Tubman2025", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742156373, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094480, "authorName": "CalCaylor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/calcaylor/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "USD $9,500 bid placed by CalCaylor", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742156430, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17094512, "authorName": "CalCaylor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/calcaylor/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 3/16/25 for USD $9,500.00 to CalCaylor", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742156551, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 17094549, "authorName": "roblamun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roblamun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to buyer and seller. I think that is fair to both! Enjoy the ride.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742156737, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17094554, "authorName": "AZRoadrunner (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azroadrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @CalCaylor and thank you to all bidders!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742156753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17094568, "authorName": "jackmjason", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jackmjason/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@calcaylor You bought a great Norton 850 at a great price. Congrats!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742156798, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17094800, "authorName": "Hwyfever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hwyfever/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I took my eye off this listing for a minute and boom it is sold. That is how it goes for me. Great buy and seller did well. Congrats", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1742159313, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17095779, "authorName": "List-Renn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/list-renn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I do not have the serial #, but bet Inowned this example.\r\nPurchases from original buyer in Half Moon Bay, Cali in 1977.\r\nGave it to a \"friend\" who owned and restored Boxer Beemers.\r\nWith the agreement that I had lifetime riding privileges and right of first refusal if he ever sold it.\r\n\r\nWell, he did, and I wish I had the single Kurerand he offered me back in 1996.\r\n($3000 today)\r\nHe has total amnesia of the bike and our agreement.\r\nGet it in writing is always a good idea.\r\n\r\nAnyways, narrowly avoided death several times with the throttle, not the brakes.\r\n\r\n\r\nI recall pulling away from a near walk pace in 4th (top gear) and accelerating to 120+ while lying on the tank with chin on the turn signal mounting plate, feet crossed over the rear grab bar and feeling like HST on a journey to the heart and soul of the American Dream.\r\n\r\nAwesome machine.\r\n\r\nBuyer \"stole\" an icon that can be enjoyed and not displayed.\r\n\r\nThanks for the trip down memory lane.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742175423, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17095857, "authorName": "packardv8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/packardv8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Kickstarting an 850 is man's work. I'm a big guy and fifty years ago took pride in making it look easy. However, as Clint says, \"A man's got to know his limitations.\" The electric start conversions are the equivalent of the Colt Peacemaker, \"Call on me and I will equalize.\"", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1742176978, "type": "comment"}]