Norton Service Release Database N71

SERVICE RELEASE N71

NATURE OF RELEASE: Introduction of battery breather tube MODELS AFFECTED: All Commando except Interpol PARTS AFFECTED: Battery breather tube DISTRIBUTION: Worldwide (Trade Only) EXPLANATION: A flexible battery breather tube is introduced against part number 063227 on the recommendation of the battery manufacturers, to carry acid fumes safely-away from painted and plated parts. The battery breather pipe can be fitted to advantage to earlier motorcycles not so equipped   ACTION: To fit the breather pipe, ensure that the battery is fitted, terminals inboard in the carrier. If a blanking cap is fitted over the breather stub, (in the centre of the blue area of the battery) remove this then fit the flexible breather pipe over the stub. The pipe should be routed over the back of the carrier and to the road forward of the swinging arm pivot. July 1972 Norton Villier Canada Limited