11-6-16 Update: Bob K notes that this Deluxe is back up for sale, but which a significant discount. Find it from the same seller here on Craigslist in Issaquah, Washington for $8,995.
The Norton Dominator (what a great name) was released in 1949 it was the basis for the next 3 decades of Norton twins. It was conceived to challenge Triumph’s Speed Twin, and available in several “Models”, like the 7, 77, 88, and 99. This example is either a 88 or 99, which varied in displacement between 500 or 600cc, respectively.
The 88 and 99 were created by taking the venerable twin and shoving it into the instant classic Featherbed frame. For more on the history of the entire Dommie line, check out this great write-up from Classic British Motorcycles. A “Deluxe” model was sold which offered additional rear bodywork, as well. While the seller doesn’t give enough information to differentiate if this Deluxe is a Model 88 or 89, he does say that this is “one of perhaps six in the nation and certainly the only one with this period correct fairing!” This bike has had the same owner since the mid 70s and he’s taken it to some cool places: the Isle of Man twice, the Continental Divide twice, and more. The bike is claimed to be almost 100% original apart from the Avon fairing, Craven top box, and a conversion to 12 volts.
Find this Dommie Deluxe for sale in Issaquah, Washington for $11,995 here on Craigslist through Moon Motorcycles.