c.1959 Norton 850cc Dominator/Commando Special Frame no. unable to locate Engine no. 20M3 127657

c.1959 Norton 850cc Dominator/Commando Special Registration no. NSD 427 (see text) Frame no. unable to locate Engine no. 20M3 127657 Norton's 500cc twin found a new home in the racing singles' 'Featherbed' duplex frame in November 1951. The newcomer - titled 'Dominator 88' - was the first production Norton roadster to feature the lightweight, race-proven chassis. Updated annually, by the decade's end the Dominator had received an alloy cylinder head, full-width hubs, welded rear sub-frame, alternator electrics, coil ignition and - for 1960 - the narrower 'slimline' Featherbed frame among countless other improvements. Introduced for 1956, the 596cc Dominator 99 was outwardly identical to the 88. Endowed with greater power and higher gearing enabling it to top the magic 'ton', the 99 nevertheless retained all the excellent handling and steering characteristics associated with the Featherbed chassis. One of the Rockers' favourites, the 99 remained essentially unchanged - apart from gaining alternator/coil-ignition electrics for 1958 - until dropped in 1962. This unique special was purchased by the vendor in 1995 and has been stored since within his collection, no history is known of its previous use or build. Stored and unused for some considerable time, it will require recommissioning/restoration before returning to the road however the engine does turn over. Currently displaying 12,047 miles to the odometer, it will provide a unique machine to any collection and showcases the versatility of the featherbed frame. Documentation consists of a V5C, copy V5 and old style log book. In the absence of a frame number, prospective bidders must satisfy themselves with regards to the validity of the vehicle's registration number prior to bidding. Key not required Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing