1954 Norton 490cc Model 7 Dominator Frame no. Illegible (see text) Engine no. L12269640 (see text)

1954 Norton 490cc Model 7 Dominator Registration no. PHP 189 (see text) Frame no. Illegible (see text) Engine no. L12269640 (see text) Norton jumped aboard the vertical-twin bandwagon in 1948 when it introduced the Model 7. Designed by the legendary Bert Hopwood, the new 500cc engine went into the existing ES2 chassis, a marriage that necessitated a redesign of Norton's well-proven four-speed gearbox. In November 1951 Norton's 500cc twin found a new home in the racing singles' 'Featherbed' duplex frame. Initially for export only, the newcomer - titled 'Dominator 88' - was the first production Norton roadster to feature the lightweight, race-proven chassis. The Model 7 continued as a cheaper alternative to the '88', its first major revision arriving in 1953 in the form of a new swinging-arm frame. The model was dropped at the end of 1955 but the same basic cycle parts were used for a 600cc successor, the Model 77, which continued in production until the autumn of 1958. Purchased by the current vendor from a local resident over 30 years ago, this Model 7 is ideal for a winter restoration to return it to its former glory, the engine turns over and the odometer displays 32,752 miles. Sadly, little is known of its previous history before acquisition by the current vendor and is offered with an old style log book, purchase receipt from Aston's of Coventry, Hire Purchase agreement and an old MoT. It should be noted that the engine number has been restamped. Despite displaying the VRN 'PHP 189', it is not recorded on the HPI/DVLA database. Accordingly 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