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As mentioned above, I am still a bit fuzzy on the finer
specs of this Norton. Things will become clearer when I figure out whether it is a 1920
Model 16 or a 1921 17C, although the specifications of these must have been very similar.
| Engine: |
3 1/2 hp Norton, 79 mm x 100 mm, 490 cc |
| Lubrication: |
Best and Lloyd drip feed and hand pump, total
loss |
| Ignition: |
CAV model 3U1, chain driven |
| Carburettor: |
Brown & Barlow |
| Transmission: |
Sturmey Archer CS 3-speed box, all chain. Hand
change. |
| Frame: |
Norton 6" clearance, Druid fork |
| Wheels: |
26 x 2 1/2" beaded edge. Enfield cush-drive hub at rear. |
| Brakes: |
Single shoe acting on belt rim at rear. Bowden
stirrup front. |
| Tanks: |
"Big Four" style, 2 gallons petrol
plus oil |
| Builder: |
Norton |
| Original Finish: |
Black enamel. Handlebars in black celluloid.
Tank silver with black and red lining. Small parts and exhaust nickel plated. |
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