Manual Old Britts - Wheel Lacing Information

Norton Commando Wheel Lacing Information

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This useful Old Britts technical article by Fred Eaton explains the correct wheel lacing patterns and spoke crossover arrangements used on various Norton Commando wheel assemblies.

The guide includes detailed information covering front disc wheels, Mk3 rear disc wheels, front drum wheels and rear drum wheels, along with hub offset measurements and spoke crossover patterns for each wheel type.

Clear reference photographs are included throughout the article showing correctly assembled wheels from both sides to assist during wheel rebuilding and spoke installation.

Contents Include

• Front disc wheel lacing patterns
• Mk3 rear disc wheel spoke routing
• Front drum wheel spoke crossover information
• Rear drum wheel lacing details
• Hub offset measurements and specifications
• Disc side and non-disc side wheel views
• Drum side and non-drum side wheel views
• Spoke crossover arrangement explanations
• WM3 Excel rim offset information
• Reference photographs of properly laced wheels

Several detailed wheel photographs are included throughout the guide, making it easier to identify correct spoke positioning and wheel offset during restoration or wheel rebuilding work.

Covered Norton Models

• Norton Commando 750
• Norton Commando 850
• Norton Commando Mk3

A valuable technical reference for Norton restorers, wheel builders and owners rebuilding original Commando wheel assemblies.