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- The Iconic Motorcycle Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025
- 1972 Norton 750 Commando 745cc
1972 Norton 750 Commando 745cc
Lot Number: 580
1972 Norton 750 Commando 745cc
Part of the Jim Richardson Collection. A smart, matching numbers 1972 Commando 750 that's supplied with a large file of paperwork including old V5Cs, MOTs, invoices, club magazines etc. Not ridden since 2023 so may need some recommissioning.
- ESTIMATE: £4,000 - £6,000
+ buyer's premium of 15% plus VAT (18% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 9th November, 2025 at 10.00am local time at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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REG NUMBER
BUO 42L
SUMMARY
Part of the Jim Richardson Collection. A smart, matching numbers 1972 Commando 750 that's supplied with a large file of paperwork including old V5Cs, MOTs, invoices, club magazines etc. Not ridden since 2023 so may need some recommissioning.
DESCRIPTION
- Produced from 1967 to 1977, initially featuring a 745cc engine that was a nominal 750cc
- Motorcycle News 'Bike of the Year' for five consecutive years
- Known for its innovative Isolastic frame, which used rubber mountings to isolate the engine, gearbox, and swing-arm from the frame, the Commando was revolutionary in its handling and ride quality, effectively reducing the vibration typical of classic British bikes
- This is a clean, matching numbers bike that will need some re-commissioning and the usual checks as it hasn't been ridden since 2023
- Current V5C and classed as Historic. Supplied with a large file of paperwork including old V5Cs, MOTs, invoices, club magazines etc.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 580
- Make
- NORTON
- Model
- 750 COMMANDO 745
- Registration Number
- BUO 42L
- Frame Number
- 211496
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Engine Number
- 211496
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Dan Towers
- Motorcycle Consultant
- 07973 859602
- dan@iconicauctioneers.com
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