Lordy be!! I’m of an age where I had 2 of these in my youth. 750s though. I grew up in Connecticut with crazy back roads. Wheelies and jumps at speed were the norm. My Nortons were a gas! 60 HP in those days was all you needed! At 19 to 20 years old we rode like idiots and usually made it home. They started and ran always. In 1974 I went into a showroom with a Ducati 750 Sport sitting in it. It was all over. I’d never seen the likes! At 68 I still have it in my garage. A 50 mile ride takes about 4 ibuprofen but what a gas! Thanks so much for your hard work vlogging. Keeps our old hearts beating!!
The perfect bike for those roads. They remind me a lot of the roads up here in Northumberland! Built for motorbikes. The owner will love seeing his bike going so well. Another lovely job Paul.
Brings back great memories, firstly riding a Triumph TR6 and then have a good thrash on a Norton 750 Commando around those very same roads in the mid 60s and 70s blowing the cob-webs out of the pipes. Classic piece of biking there Paul, thanks for the memories. I would have used the racing line through some of those open bends tho` to be honest.
Thanks for the trip. Beautiful country. I hope the new owners of Norton can make a go of it. I do wish they would go back to a 360 degree crank. I like the sound.
The Welsh countryside has it's British charm. I was right there on that Bike moving with it especially through the curves with that Torque and at top end maybe low 70's MPH in speed. Good ride Paul!
Beautiful bike. Other than you driving on the opposite side of the road than we do in Canada, it made me feel like I was 18 years old again, driving my Norton.
Likewise. A '72 Commando purchased new from Boston Cycles. Many a memorable ride with buddies on theirs thru the twisties of New England. Cheers to Big Al, Gavin F, Steve P and the late Al D. RIP Al.
Beautiful bike now running AND sounding so sweet. You have certainly weaved your magic on this Black Beauty Paul. Well done and thank you for riding her to such a stunning location.
Great ride Paul. I like the higher camera angle. I found myself leaning into the curves! I would think that one would be hard to give back to the owner after a ride up and down the mountain. If only all those little econo-boxes would stop getting in the way although, the do present opportunities...
We got a group of turkeys here and there on the roads like this that looks a stroller yep the leader will exist right out like he's got a neon dress and I stopped trying to hold up for all the other kids you can cross!
The bike was made for that road. The archetypal British Motorcycle and the archetypal British Main roads. Made for each other. But it was just as unhappy in that 20mph zone as my T100R and TR7RV. They don't like bumbling around at less than 35mph. You clearly enjoyed that Paul.
Thanks! It is a great machine. As far as the 20 mph stuff is concerned, I deliberately went down to that speed in top gear to demonstrate how well the twin carbs were working and that the engine could do it without lurching and protesting, but it is much happier with a bit of speed on!
Nice ride and video as usual,I notice you seem to be lucky with the weather,dark clouds sometimes at the start but I don`t think I can remember you actually getting wet yet!
Hi Paul, great bike well sorted now, we should be inUk now was going to visit but this covid put an end to that. Maybe in a couple of years time then 😟
@@paulhenshaw4514 Yes mate, retirement project pending. Surprised you've not riden a commando before and you're impressed!! Coming from you, seems I made the right decision all those years ago.Keep up the good work. ; - )
I had 750 from new, put about 23k miles it, still full compression. But anyway I would've run the rpms a little higher before shifts if I new the oil was super clean.
The slight whine does not worry me, the transmission is smooth and lots of British bikes can whine in the intermediate gears. 'Gyflym' [fast] would be the opposite of 'Araf' [slow].
The black cat is our last of three and called Charlie, he just turned up and asked to join the family. Sid and Nancy were brother and sister, also mostly black, but old age took them recently. There are also other cats living nearby.
Apparently, the Black mountain is 703 metres above sea level. Where I start out from is not very much above sea level, and the road doesn't reach the highest point, so I probably climb maybe 600 metres or so. There is never any noticeable change with any machine when I ride up there.
Lawd! them some narrow and greezy roads" Me got 73 850 commando but not ride like that.....if'n a bunny rabbit run out in front o him it all over but de cryin!
@@paulhenshaw4514 Just saying. Your video recorder mic picks up the gearbox whine easily, there shouldn't be any noise from the gearbox. For example ua-cam.com/video/aeQ50CmoWaM/v-deo.html
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A trip down memory lane.I had a few Commandos over the years (my Dad worked @Marston Rd.) The sound of that transmission you never forget.
Thankyou.
Lordy be!! I’m of an age where I had 2 of these in my youth. 750s though. I grew up in Connecticut with crazy back roads. Wheelies and jumps at speed were the norm. My Nortons were a gas! 60 HP in those days was all you needed! At 19 to 20 years old we rode like idiots and usually made it home. They started and ran always. In 1974 I went into a showroom with a Ducati 750 Sport sitting in it. It was all over. I’d never seen the likes! At 68 I still have it in my garage. A 50 mile ride takes about 4 ibuprofen but what a gas! Thanks so much for your hard work vlogging. Keeps our old hearts beating!!
Thank you Bob, I also use the occasional Ibuprofen!
What a great ride and I never left the settee ! I’ll have to find that Rd some day.
The perfect bike for those roads. They remind me a lot of the roads up here in Northumberland! Built for motorbikes. The owner will love seeing his bike going so well. Another lovely job Paul.
Thank you!
Thanks for the fun ride on a beautiful bike. I could feel the twisties. Cheers 👍🇨🇦
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
Fantastic, sounds sweet after a good run, spirited riding with great respect for the roads. Superb bellow as the bike accelerates hard.
Thanks 👍
Brings back great memories, firstly riding a Triumph TR6 and then have a good thrash on a Norton 750 Commando around those very same roads in the mid 60s and 70s blowing the cob-webs out of the pipes. Classic piece of biking there Paul, thanks for the memories. I would have used the racing line through some of those open bends tho` to be honest.
It sounds great and goes very well Paul and you certainly gave it some welly, it's well sorted now.
This is the first time I have had anything much to do with them - I am well impressed!
Thanks for the trip. Beautiful country. I hope the new owners of Norton can make a go of it. I do wish they would go back to a 360 degree crank. I like the sound.
You and me both!
The Welsh countryside has it's British charm. I was right there on that Bike moving with it especially through the curves with that Torque and at top end maybe low 70's MPH in speed. Good ride Paul!
Thanks!
When you can enjoy a ride at Any speed then you know you have some bind with a Motorcycle.
Beautiful bike. Other than you driving on the opposite side of the road than we do in Canada, it made me feel like I was 18 years old again, driving my Norton.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Likewise. A '72 Commando purchased new from Boston Cycles. Many a memorable ride with buddies on theirs thru the twisties of New England. Cheers to Big Al, Gavin F, Steve P and the late Al D. RIP Al.
@@pearldiver7 Right on.
@@johnb5519 Still beautiful, and beautiful sounding bikes even today, right J B?
@@pearldiver7 Yeah, I wish I still had mine, whether I could kick it over is another thing.
Beautiful bike now running AND sounding so sweet. You have certainly weaved your magic on this Black Beauty Paul. Well done and thank you for riding her to such a stunning location.
One of my favourite videos you’ve posted so far, but then I am a Commando fan.
Cheers 👍
Thanks 👍
Nice power band...no problems merging on to the motorway....
Lovely looking bike, really fancy a commando, best start saving 😂.
Nice sounds and riders view,feel like i'm on the bike!
Thank you!
Beautiful what a lovely bike. Great ride video mate.👍
Thanks 👍
Bloody gorgeous my favourite bike of all time.
Great ride Paul. I like the higher camera angle. I found myself leaning into the curves! I would think that one would be hard to give back to the owner after a ride up and down the mountain. If only all those little econo-boxes would stop getting in the way although, the do present opportunities...
Thanks Charlie 👍
Hi Paul, please excuse my earlier comment, I'm a bit ill, and it's not good for the thought process, pills, great videos. Thanks
No problem - my camera mic is not terribly kind to engines, though!
Holy shit I could feel myself going around the corners what a beautiful ride . I gotta get a Norty just as soon as I get rid o my bike
Brilliant video,took me back to '75 on Ade753k, but i was usually head down and arse up! Must buy another
We got a group of turkeys here and there on the roads like this that looks a stroller yep the leader will exist right out like he's got a neon dress and I stopped trying to hold up for all the other kids you can cross!
Nice ride!
Thanks!
The bike was made for that road. The archetypal British Motorcycle and the archetypal British Main roads. Made for each other. But it was just as unhappy in that 20mph zone as my T100R and TR7RV. They don't like bumbling around at less than 35mph. You clearly enjoyed that Paul.
Thanks! It is a great machine. As far as the 20 mph stuff is concerned, I deliberately went down to that speed in top gear to demonstrate how well the twin carbs were working and that the engine could do it without lurching and protesting, but it is much happier with a bit of speed on!
i love the way that cat just sits there....
Nice ride and video as usual,I notice you seem to be lucky with the weather,dark clouds sometimes at the start but I don`t think I can remember you actually getting wet yet!
Thanks! - actually, there are a few videos here, where I get a thorough soaking, but those are the exceptions - just!
That was fun!!! Thanks for the ride!
Thank you!
Beautiful bike.
Great video, sitting here watching it on my phone, I'm leaning into the corners, good road for a commando, 👍
Thanks 👍
Classic ride, nice riding. I'll have to save this one. A beautiful bike. You'll have to take the Trident up there as a comparison.
Thank you, but it could be a while before that triple gets out and about, thanks to my workload!
@@paulhenshaw4514 Good to hear you have plenty of work. No one would begrudge you taking the Trident out for a spin.
Hi Paul, great bike well sorted now, we should be inUk now was going to visit but this covid put an end to that. Maybe in a couple of years time then 😟
So nice.That's it is, my cycle. Only, old.
Damn! I've still got my 72/750 Interpol, had it man & boy since 1976. A sorry state at the back of the garage...maybe some day???
Might be time to get it sorted, Rob!
@@paulhenshaw4514 Yes mate, retirement project pending. Surprised you've not riden a commando before and you're impressed!! Coming from you, seems I made the right decision all those years ago.Keep up the good work. ; - )
Hey Paul nice bike
Thanks - I wonder if we are related?
You should have had an ice cream! Lovely bike
True!
I had 750 from new, put about 23k miles it, still full compression. But anyway I would've run the rpms a little higher before shifts if I new the oil was super clean.
Norton Commando, so much low down power where you need it. Paul Is it your ginger cat looking over the wall.
The Ginger cat belonged to my brother, who lived next door at the time.
Great clip cheers.
Thanks!
Does that gearbox whine concern you?
What's the opposite of araf?
The slight whine does not worry me, the transmission is smooth and lots of British bikes can whine in the intermediate gears. 'Gyflym' [fast] would be the opposite of 'Araf' [slow].
What's the name of your cat? We have a white/ginger just like him/her. Ours is called Basco after Tobasco Sauce.
The black cat is our last of three and called Charlie, he just turned up and asked to join the family. Sid and Nancy were brother and sister, also mostly black, but old age took them recently. There are also other cats living nearby.
Beautiful bike and ride, Paul. You get to ride all of these bikes that you do work on. What bike or bikes do you have for your own?
Thanks - I have just a few of my own, some of them feature in my videos from time to time as well.
15:41 racing strip.
Lovely ain't she
Yes, lucky owner!
Sounds like the throttle sliders are worn you can hear them clicking away as you set off.
You are more likely to hear worn throttle slides at tickover and small throttle openings.
Nice climb. What's the elevation change? Wondering if you can feel the engine change in performance as you get up there.
Apparently, the Black mountain is 703 metres above sea level. Where I start out from is not very much above sea level, and the road doesn't reach the highest point, so I probably climb maybe 600 metres or so. There is never any noticeable change with any machine when I ride up there.
Watch out for those sheep ! I knew a guy that was killed buy one . The last thing you'll hear is " Baa " .
Lawd! them some narrow and greezy roads" Me got 73 850 commando but not ride like that.....if'n a bunny rabbit run out in front o him it all over but de cryin!
That gearbox whine is a disaster waiting to happen.
Nothing to do with me, if you're trying to take a pop ...
@@paulhenshaw4514 Just saying. Your video recorder mic picks up the gearbox whine easily, there shouldn't be any noise from the gearbox. For example ua-cam.com/video/aeQ50CmoWaM/v-deo.html
Why do I find Welshmen saying, "You can bet your bottom dollar..." so disorienting?