Norvil rearsets

SGOUD2 · Feb 6, 2013

Alexol said:
SGOUD2 said:

I have stainless european bars, Interstate tank and Corbin type seat and that setup is a good receipe for back pains! I installed rear sets and now it is much more comfortable. I looked at most of the rearsets offered and bought those that I thought were of great quality and great looks (a bit expensive though). Take a look at the Norton Nouveau site.

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Are these still available? When i went to the site it says...

"Robert passed away early April 2009

sorry, rearsets are no longer available"

I'd like a set if anyone knows where/if thay can still be found.

Alex

Don't know if they are still available (I bought mine last year) but on the first page, go to : PRODUCTS and you will find different photos, the price and an Email adress.

worntorn · Feb 6, 2013

tpeever said:
Thinking of installing rearsets on my Commando as I find the riding position with standard pegs and Corbin seat a bit odd and uncomfortable. I think someone hit the nail on the head in a previous post on this topic when he said that the lower back gets bent in a strange way, especially for taller riders. I am 6'1" and have a 32 inch inseam and am currently running UK-spec handlebars (2 inch rise). I find that this setup does tend to put too much curve in my lower back that is noticeable after 50 miles of riding. In looking at some of the rearset options, I was wondering about which setup is the best for retaining the precise action of the AMC gearbox. I find the gearbox on my Commando a joy to use and would like to maintain as much of that character as possible. It would seem that all of the rearsets employing a linkage are going to suffer somewhat in terms of "feel". How much precision in shifting is lost with rearsets with a linkage? Is it significant? It would seem that reversing the shifter is the best option for retaining precision shifts but the shift pattern gets changed which is OK by me. So this leads me to the Norvil rearsets with the reversed offset shifter they sell. Anyone running this setup? I would love to hear about people's experiences with the different types of rearsets (particularly from those with Corbin seats) and the pros and cons of each. Differences in quality appear to be significant among some of the different rearsets so that is an important issue as well. I am much more interested in putting high quality parts on my bike and price is a secondary consideration. Thanks.

Tobin

Tobin, I see Walridge motors has some used rear sets with z plates on for $200, said to be in very good condition.
They are on a sheet of clearance items that arrived with my last parts order. Ask for special item #SPE178.

Glen

Alexol · Feb 7, 2013

Norton Nouveau rearsets definitely no more

SGOUD2 said:
Alexol said:

SGOUD2 said:

... Take a look at the Norton Nouveau site.

Click to expand...

Are these still available? When i went to the site it says...

"Robert passed away early April 2009
sorry, rearsets are no longer available"

I'd like a set if anyone knows where/if thay can still be found.

Alex

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Don't know if they are still available (I bought mine last year) but on the first page, go to : PRODUCTS and you will find different photos, the price and an Email adress.

Per an email from Darrell of Norton Nouveau, these rearsets are definitely no longer available.

tpeever · Feb 8, 2013

worntorn said:
tpeever said:

Thinking of installing rearsets on my Commando as I find the riding position with standard pegs and Corbin seat a bit odd and uncomfortable. I think someone hit the nail on the head in a previous post on this topic when he said that the lower back gets bent in a strange way, especially for taller riders. I am 6'1" and have a 32 inch inseam and am currently running UK-spec handlebars (2 inch rise). I find that this setup does tend to put too much curve in my lower back that is noticeable after 50 miles of riding. In looking at some of the rearset options, I was wondering about which setup is the best for retaining the precise action of the AMC gearbox. I find the gearbox on my Commando a joy to use and would like to maintain as much of that character as possible. It would seem that all of the rearsets employing a linkage are going to suffer somewhat in terms of "feel". How much precision in shifting is lost with rearsets with a linkage? Is it significant? It would seem that reversing the shifter is the best option for retaining precision shifts but the shift pattern gets changed which is OK by me. So this leads me to the Norvil rearsets with the reversed offset shifter they sell. Anyone running this setup? I would love to hear about people's experiences with the different types of rearsets (particularly from those with Corbin seats) and the pros and cons of each. Differences in quality appear to be significant among some of the different rearsets so that is an important issue as well. I am much more interested in putting high quality parts on my bike and price is a secondary consideration. Thanks.

Tobin

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Tobin, I see Walridge motors has some used rear sets with z plates on for $200, said to be in very good condition.
They are on a sheet of clearance items that arrived with my last parts order. Ask for special item #SPE178.

Glen

Thanks for the tip Glen, will check it out

motoalchemist · Feb 10, 2013

Well, whatever rearset you decide on, being 6-2 myself , they will make riding the norton much more comfortable and enjoyable.
I have some replica dunstalls manufactured by a member of this forum....and i love them

daveh · Feb 11, 2013

Changing to a rod actuated rear brake with rear sets can be done but you have to fix the rod link on the brake pedal quite close to the pivot, and you need a longer lever at the drum to get adequate leverage.

I made mine with a rod link at both ends, 1/4" stainless rod in two sections, with a long threaded hollow rod adjuster approx 5/16" OD connecting each end of the 1/4" sections. I used a rod link on the lever (at the drum) because the rod was not a straight pull.

I first tried the RGM lever that was made for a rod but I found that it was not rigid enough, so I made a custom lever that was canted out no more than the standard lever, but was about 1 inch longer, with the rod link on the inside, closest to the wheel. Damned if I can find the photos; apologies.

It also helps if your drum is in good shape and you use good brake shoe material, such as the harder linings that RGM sells, and you do the usual centering when you tighten the spindle nut. I got it so that I could squeal the rear tyre at low speeds. I could live with it and it was as effective as the stock set up - which is not saying much.

Holmeslice · Feb 11, 2013

Unclviny said:
I am waiting for those to start shipping, they are gorgeous and coming from Kenny they will fit and work well.

Vince

Thanks Vince. I'm working now on some beautiful mounting plates that will bolt up to the stock Z-Plate (or Z-Plate mounting points for custom bikes). The brake lever side needs to have a brake-stop and cable-stay incorporated.

Initially I started doing up these rearset kits for race bikes, but they are almost too nice. They are very light and completely adjustable to whatever lever position you need. Another nice thing is the pegs are replaceable, so all you fast dudes out there can replace after you wedge yours in.

Some shots here of the kits (bolted up to DancesWithShrapnel's Seeley): http://nycnorton.com/nyc-norton-rearset-detail/

rpatton · Feb 11, 2013

tpeever said:
It would seem that reversing the shifter is the best option for retaining precision shifts but the shift pattern gets changed which is OK by me. So this leads me to the Norvil rearsets with the reversed offset shifter they sell.
Tobin

The problem with reversed shifter levers is that the pivot point for the lever is nowhere near your foot. On the stock layout the footpeg and the splined shaft of the lever at the gearbox are very close. On rear sets with linkage, the peg and the pivot point of the lever are in exactly the same spot. It feels natural because your foot rocks on the peg on your instep, your foot has the same arc as the lever. With a reversed lever the lever scrubs over your foot. The ergonomics are wrong, it doesn't feel natural.
Chris had it right. Either get a set with rose, (heim), joints or fit it to a set yourself. The lever is connected to the frame, the trans is in the cradle. There will be wear. The joints are consumables. I want these.

http://nycnorton.com/nyc-norton-rearset-detail/

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