1.m Handlebars, Controls, Clocks, Cables

Good quality reproduction throttle twist grip, very similar to those fitted to Norton International and SOHC Manx Nortons This one is to fit the larger 1" handlebar diameter, as used on many bikes pre-war

Good quality reproduction 'quick action' type throttle twist grip - a good copy of the quick action Amal 364 type. This one is to fit standard 7/8" handlebar diameter

This is a cable adjuster and locknut with a 0.250" BSC thread, which is of the distinctive 'knurled' type that were originally fitted to Amal TT, RN and GP competition type Air Slides - however, they can also be used as throttle cable adjusters on other carb types - that had a similar thread, or a 1/4" through hole to take a similar adjuster.  These are CNC manufactured in stainless steel.  See listing for more detail.  Price is per adjuster and nut.

This listing is for a universal type throttle cable of 37^ in length, with nipples fitted either end - to fit most twistgrips and Amal carburettors.  This cable type has an adjuster in the middle of the cable (about 6" below the twistgrip).  Price is Each.

This listing is for a universal type throttle cable of 37^ in length, with nipples fitted either end - to fit most twistgrips and Amal carburettors.  This is the 'plain' cable type - i.e. there is no adjuster fitted along the cable length.  See listing for more information.  Price is Each.

This listing is for a spare Throttle Cable (or choke/air/magneto type cable) outer cable ferrule, and a spare inner cable barrel of the type normally fitted on the twistgrip end of throttle cables.  This item is useful if you have bought a throttle cable (see items 1216 and 1217) and need to then cut the cable to length or fit an adjuster.  Price is per pair.

This listing is for a brake cable with brake plate adjuster and 'U' clip of the type commonly fitted to Norton single cylinder and twin cylinder models in the mid 1950's - and is described by the makers as being for Dominator models - so I suspect they used a roadgoiing full width hub of mid-1950s when measuring length.  See listing detail for more information.  Price is per cable assembly

These front brake cable U Clips have been manufactured using an original 'New Old Stock' Norton 1930's/40's U-clip as the pattern (see photos).  Ours are of the same gauge, and then linished and satin nickel plated.  See detail listing for more information.  Price is each 

This listing is for a cable and cable abutment cylinder to fit Lucas type manual advance/retard MagDyno units and manual advance/retard magnetos.  The assembly consists of the cable, screw in abutment to the magneto and abutment rubber cover.  See listing for more detail.  Price is Each (i.e. assembly as per photo).

This listing is for a generic/universal type exhaust Lifter Cable and spring/adjuster/clip at the end.  PLEASE NNOTE:  This cable WILL NOT fit most Norton SOHC/OHV/SV models without alteration - so do not purchase unless you are able to adapt the cable yourself.  This cable is intended as a starting point, if you are confident to make cables up yourself.  See Listing Detail for more information.  Price is Each.

This is the correct type 'volute' spring of the type originally used Norton Internationals (and also OHV and SV Nortons) to hold the exhaust valve lifter cable in tension correctly. These are identical in shape and length to original springs.  See detail listing for fitting instructions.  Price is each. 

This brass cable adjuster, with locknut is of the type commonly used on the end of Norton single cylinder exhaust valve lifter cable assemblies.  See the detail listing and photos for how they would commonly be used, dependent on if SOHC, OHV or SV models.  These can also be used on some other cable assemblies if requiring a 1/4" BSC thread cable adjuster.  Price is per Adjuster + Locknut

This is a Variable listing - showing a selection of motorcycle cable fittings - for those classic motorcycle restorer's that still like to make up their cables themselves.  We offer here a selection of outer cable ferrules and inner cable bullets - most either as a pair or pack of 6.  See Detail Listing for full list and more information

Pattern 7/8" handlebar diameter manual magneto lever - i.e. left handed type. Replica of Amal type 100,

Pattern 1" handlebar diameter manual magneto lever - i.e. left handed type. Replica of Amal type 100,

Pattern 7/8" handlebar diameter Choke/Air lever - i.e. Right handed type. Replica of Amal type 100, Note: although my supplier lists this as the same style as the corresponding magneto lever - I notice they are slightly different in their washer profile - this type being slightly more rounded in profile - still very nice for the price though

Pattern 1" handlebar diameter Choke/Air lever - i.e. Right handed type. Replica of Amal type 100

This is a nice quality (UK sourcsed) 7/8" handlebar exhaust valve lifter.  It is of the type normally fitted to all Norton single cylinder models (including SOHC models), and is commonly used to allow the exhaust valve to be llifted so the kickstart can be eased past compression to help starting. Price is Each.  See detail listing for more information

This 7/8" handlebar diameter exhaust valve lifter is slightly longer than the other type we sell, with a slightly different design.  See detail listing for more information. Price is Each.

This 7/8" handlebar diameter exhaust valve lifter is of the short type, just right for hooking one finger around, if you do not like the longer types we also sell.  See detail listing for more information. Price is Each.

This item is a short type Exhaust Valve Lifter lever - to fit 1" diameter handlebars.  1" handlebars were fitted to many Norton's and other marques pre-WW2 - but finding ancillary control parts for that diameter of handlebar can be difficult, particularly exhaust valve levers.  See detail lisitng for more information.  Price is Each

This item is a long type Exhaust Valve Lifter lever - to fit 1" diameter handlebars.  1" handlebars were fitted to many Norton's and other marques pre-WW2 - but finding ancillary control parts for that diameter of handlebar can be difficult, particularly exhaust valve levers.  See detail lisitng for more information.  Price is Each

Pretty Button type kill switch - with Red centre button, ideal for using as a magneto kill switch, or also as a horn switch if required.  Fits 7/8" handlebars.  Price is Each

This 'Red Button' type horn or magneto kill switch - is from the same manufacturer as our 7/8" handlebar version - except we then manufacturer a custom long length and head shape stainless steel screw, to allow the switch to be fitted to pre-war type 1" handlebars.  See listing for more detail. Price is Each

Part 2 of the Controls and Gauges Section lists:

A selection of parts to fit original Smiths/Jaeger Speedometers and Rev Clocks and Other Gauges

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This is a 1:1 (non-reversing) rev clock gearbox that can be fitted to any of our outer timing covers - and most other British motorcycles using this style of rev clock mount. They are excellent quality - and although not of the 1930's/40's bronze type (which are unobtainable now), they are of the slightly later design also fitted to British sports/racing bikes in 50's/60's and definitely look the part.  UK manufactured.  See Detail Listing for more information.  Price is per unit

This is a 2:1 (non-reversing) rev clock gearbox that can be fitted to any of our outer timing covers - and most other British motorcycles using this style of rev clock mount. They are excellent quality - and although not of the 1930's/40's bronze type (which are unobtainable now), they are of the slightly later design also fitted Manx Nortons and to most British sports/racing bikes in 50's/60's and definitely look the part.  UK manufactured.  See Detail Listing for more information.  Price is per unit

This item is for a 36" length Rev Clock Cable - of the pre-war type, that were rubber sheathed - for the ultimate in originality on your pre-war Inter or competition bike, if fitted with a Smiths Chronometric Rev Clock.  We take a good quality proprietary rev clock cable, and add our own oil resistent black rubber sheathing, and stainless steel ferrules - the finished result is that authentic pre-War look.  See detail listing for more information. 

This item is for a 28" length (Chronometric) Speedometer Cable - of the original Norton pre-war type, where the speedometer drive gear was mounted on the front wheel and the speedometer drive cable was rubber sheathed.  Most roadgoing Norton singles (from late 1920s onwards until Post-War) had this configuraion and this type of speedometer cable provides the ultimate in originality for your pre-war Norton model.  We take a good quality proprietary speedometer cable, and add our own oil resistent black rubber sheathing, and stainless steel ferrules - the finished result is that authentic pre-War look.  See detail listing for more information. 

This item is for a 25" length (Chronometric) Speedometer Cable - of the original Norton pre-war type, where the speedometer drive gear was mounted on the front wheel and the speedometer drive cable was rubber sheathed.  Note This is a ''Short' type, as it was requested by customers who prefer the look sometimes adopted pre-war where the cable was virtually in line witht the girder fork leg.  For normal girder rubber type - See Item 1046.  See detail listing for more information.