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I just purchased a 1962 Norton Atlas from a restoration garage out in Texas, the bike is unrestored. I haven't touched or ridden the bike, but they have great reviews. Spoke to the owner of the garage, they only restore classic brit bikes. Engine and trans were gone through less than 1,000 miles ago. Numbers matching. Front wheel was swapped for a Honda from what I understand as well as a disc brake (requiring the left fork to be modified).
I've been looking for an Atlas at a good price for a few years. I rebuilt a 74 Honda CB750 2 years ago and convinced myself that I can maintain something like this. The bike is a good strong runner, starts in 2 kicks, per the 72 year old owner.
I am looking for a good place for resources, manuals, tips, tricks, parts, anything for this classic. I am worried about a kickstarter with such high compression 2 cyl engine, but I think I can always lengthen the kick arm if needed.
I've been looking for an Atlas at a good price for a few years. I rebuilt a 74 Honda CB750 2 years ago and convinced myself that I can maintain something like this. The bike is a good strong runner, starts in 2 kicks, per the 72 year old owner.
I am looking for a good place for resources, manuals, tips, tricks, parts, anything for this classic. I am worried about a kickstarter with such high compression 2 cyl engine, but I think I can always lengthen the kick arm if needed.