1962 Norton Dominator 99, Registration Number 872UXG, Frame ...

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£4,000 - £5,000

1962 Norton Dominator 99, Registration Number 872UXG, Frame Number 1496936, Engine Number 1496936, Gearbox Number N22691.
Sold with current V5C, old MOT certificates, History of parts replaced, etc.
Norton had first started exporting to the US in 1949. The Americans were impressed with Norton's racing successes but wanted a twin that was capable of the 'ton' 100 mph. The 88 Dominator was only capable of 90 mph, and was no match for the 650 Triumph Thunderbird and BSA Golden Flash.
Bert Hopwood had designed the 500 cc vertical twin that powered the 88, and he further redesigned and enlarged his twin engine to 600 cc to produce more power.
The Model 99 was introduced in 1956. Norton updated their range, including the 99, to their new 'Smooth-Look'. Changes included new headlight shells, detachable embellishment panels on the petrol tank, new silencers and front hub. A redesigned cylinder head was also fitted. The Dominator name was revived in 1959 and the model was called the Model 99 Dominator.
UXG is a nicely restored example, which was ridden 25 miles to the saleroom, and looks very elegant in it's metallic grey finish.
It benefits from modern electronic ignition and belt drive primary for ease of use and reliability. It started first kick on test and rode very nicely through the gears around our car park.