Purists look away...

acotrel · Dec 9, 2013

Fast Eddie said:
The rigid rear end... low C of G... super skinny ribbed front tyre... and monstrous TZ front equals one thing... locked up front wheel!
Not that it matters really, as its meant for show, not go.
Not my cup of tea, but I can appreciate the skills of the builder.

It is better than a Honda Gold Wing or a BSA Gold Flash or any Greeves. Much more functional. You could park it in the lavatory to brighten up the room. Much better than a 1962 500cc Manx Norton in that respect.

olChris · Dec 9, 2013

Steve G. said:
grandpaul said:

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As with all machines like this, one has to consider it a form of art, mechanical art, in this case quite a nicely put together unit, with a Norton twin engine as powerplant. As a motorcycle, it is a complete bastardization of the original 2 wheeled concept made over 125yrs ago.

It looks hithot to me.. I love the look and also appreciate mechanical art in its different forms...

concours · Dec 9, 2013

northern750 said:
Front brake looks like it's from a Yamaha production racer - TD/TR2-3 or TZ250/350A. That would make it 36 spoke...

Yeah, I counted them once viewed on a big screen.

concours · Dec 9, 2013

The whole "art" thing is funny (strange) because I see a silly feeble attempt at fabrication, the exhaust, for example is a bunch of purchased pre-bent elbows and straights from the McMaster catalog snotted together and chromed. Pa-too. That's steam-punk fantasy and Monster Garage blended. Damned little craftsmanship and not sure how that equates to art. Just my worthlesseveryday .02

rvich · Dec 9, 2013

Like it or not, there is some good attention to detail.

http://bikeglam.com/norton-based-bobber ... -pictures/

wah64apache · Dec 9, 2013

grandpaul said:

So GrandPaul, you dropped one on the tarmac then went across the border for a few Margaritas and laughed your a$$ off knowing what kind of response you would generate :twisted:
Probably went down to boy's town too...wish I was with you

:mrgreen:

Cheers, Frank

Combat72 · Dec 9, 2013

It's interesting to look at for sure, booger welds notwithstanding. But like someone said before, all I can really see is the crooked Norton logo on the timing cover. How can you let something like that go?

grandpaul · Dec 9, 2013

None of the purists could resist, regardless of the thread title...

concours · Dec 9, 2013

grandpaul said:
None of the purists could resist, regardless of the thread title...

Fail. Not a single post has lamented the non-stock Norton engined custom. Many comments on likes, opinions, use ( and MIS-use) of tools, technique. Called art appreciation.

concours · Dec 9, 2013

Combat72 said:
It's interesting to look at for sure, booger welds notwithstanding. But like someone said before, all I can really see is the crooked Norton logo on the timing cover. How can you let something like that go?

Couldn't that have been easily solved by the detail oriented builder by using an Atlas timing cover?

tjfisher · Dec 9, 2013

grandpaul said:
None of the purists could resist, regardless of the thread title...

Did you really expect anything less :shock:
im not a bobber person but i would ride it

acotrel · Dec 9, 2013

rvich said:
Like it or not, there is some good attention to detail.

http://bikeglam.com/norton-based-bobber ... -pictures/

The ISO9000 definition of the term 'quality' is 'fit for purpose'. A better definition has been suggested - 'fit for purpose with obvious attention to detail'. I believe those last five words are essential, and that is the only way we will ever get ahead of the Chinese and Indians. The purpose of some of the GATT Treaty meetings in the early 70s was to prevent quality issues becoming a barrier to trade. I suggest that a lot of stuff which we import is 'fit for purpose' however still garbage due to the lack of attention to detail. - The playing field is not level.

DonOR · Dec 9, 2013

No thank you....
the stuff people spend their money on never ceases to amaze me!

powerdoc · Dec 9, 2013

I've never ridden a solid frame bike but I've watched a guy in front of me on a hardtail judiciously avoiding every bump/hole he could. If bikes are for riding, can you really stay on one of these for any time without using Preparation H prophylactically?

Snorton74 · Dec 9, 2013

"Couldn't that have been easily solved by the detail oriented builder by using an Atlas timing cover?"[/quote]

I was thinking the same thing. Or you could pull the motor and gearbox, put some dynamite under it and run like hell!

grandpaul · Dec 9, 2013

Yes, it could be "fixed" by removing the engine and placing it in a totally restored rolling chassis with all the lighting gear & bodywork, with OEM pipes and carbs.

As it is, it's probably pretty fun around town. I know my back and shoulders wouldn't be able to handle more than about a half hour of riding it.

RennieK · Dec 9, 2013

I like the look of it. It's refreshing to see a bobber with those tall skinny wheels instead of the traditional fat hog wheel. It gives it an even older period look then it actually is and the Vincent like emblem on super glossy black is a nice touch.

wardch · Dec 9, 2013

Can it be ridden? Check . Is it a Norton ? Check Let's Ride

olChris · Dec 11, 2013

concours said:
Combat72 said:

It's interesting to look at for sure, booger welds notwithstanding. But like someone said before, all I can really see is the crooked Norton logo on the timing cover. How can you let something like that go?

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Couldn't that have been easily solved by the detail oriented builder by using an Atlas timing cover?

5 post out of 38........... you seem very interested interested in this thread.... Sure your not harbouring some inner unresolved ambitions?? :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Bernhard · Dec 11, 2013

Al-otment said:
I'm not a purist, but this is just a typically impractical show bike. Just about useless on the road. Each to their own. Is that a ribbed tyre on the back.

Maybe it’s going to be ridden around the Wall Of Death :?:

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