Norton Service Release Database N2/07

SERVICE RELEASE N2/07

NATURE OF RELEASE: Removal of inhibitor coating from new motorcycles. MODELS AFFECTED: All Commando DISTRIBUTION: Worldwide (Trade only) EXPLANATION: All new motorcycles are sprayed with a protective coating after road test and prior to despatch from the factory. The protective coating should be removed before the motorcycle is offered for sale but the choice of solvent must avoid those likely to cause deterioration of any parts, though none of the suitable solvents should be allowed to remain on the tyres.   ACTION: Remove the protective coating by brushing with any hydrocarbon solvent. The following are recommended: Petrol (Gasoline) preferred Carbon Tetrachloride Trichlorethelene Paraffin (Kerosene) June 1972 Norton Villiers Canada Limited