A matching speedo is on my list of to buy things
. I’m not a purist but I do like improvements of the era like the Hyde rear sets which btw will probably my favorite mod , next is lower bars ,18 wheels when I get them will be right up there with the rear sets I think. When it’s all done I’ll probably want some high pipes and a headlight halo , moding and adding things not likely to change just kinda enjoying an old Commando 
.I too like that there are people who keep it original, but I couldn't be in that 2%. It means, when you need a part, you could choose something that has been improved to overcome problems in the original, or you could go for something that was adequate and cheap enough to help profits in the 1970s.
As you have the AN sump plug with the little screw on it, draining the sump should be a breeze.The Norton Commando learning curve I’m slowly getting it
. With the Jim Schmidt crankcase breather you shouldn't have a problem with wet sumping. The bike will still wet sump, but it won't be a problem because surplus oil will be pumped back to the tank through the breather.The filter kit will be added at some point for sure
I replaced the sump plug with a Jim Schmidt crankcase vent (no drain plug) which is supposed to pump the oil back to the tank the amount of oil it pumped back is what surprised me , next year I’ll pull the vent hose and drain the sump.
I’ve seen the anti sump valve but I’m not sure I want to add that one still thinking about it.
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Are you still planning to go to 18" ? People who went 18" to get better tyre choices now seem to be moving back to 19"Yes the Jim Schmidt breather does pump the oil back but a lot of oil pooled in the crank in 4 months time so I just might add the anti sump valve. I really like the Jim Schmidt breather it got rid of the ugly breather hose on the left side of the engine
About to order 19 inch Avon Roadriders so I can ride this season holding off on the 18 inch wheels for a season or two.
Should only be one bolt. Completely install one side (I do the timing side). Then it's only the inside of the other side. I use these two sets and nothing more:Before I checked for replies I cut down another allen and between the two allen keys that I have I slowly tediously got everything snugged . Next time I'll bend a wrench as you suggest,, such a pia for two little bolts.....
The side covers are correct for ‘69 and ‘70 S type and roadster. The pin stripes were put on parallel to the top edge. That’s a common mistake even with the ‘71 onward side covers. Side cover pin striping was not done on the 750 models anyway.
I've used this micro ratchet bit driver to get at the manifold bolts...still a bit tedious, might work better with shortening length of the hex bit so to give clearance as bolt backs out of hole.Is there better tools or better bolts that would make bolting the intake easier? Here’s what I’m using for wrenches a cut down Allen head along with a ball Allen head , they help but if there’s a better way please help me out.
Those Amazon tools are what I used , the inner bolts were a pia I could hardly get a bite or a turn. Probably just me being a newbie next time I’ll be ready for it
Darn I have that set wish I hd seen your post earlier
Can’t wait for next time I think that’s the micro set is the answer 
Yes absolutely but decided to get the bike turn key ready before I spend 2,000 dollars on wheels. It’s going to happen eventually
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