Norton Nemesis V8 rebuild - Episode 10

In this video I will be fitting the new cylinder liners, main bearings, and installing the crankshaft.
Note: All parts will be thoroughly cleaned before final assembly, so any debris , swarf dust of dirt seen under macro cinimatography in this video will be cleaned off before the final assembly..
The Norton Nemeses is a pre production prototype that was made in the late 90's with claims of a 200+mph top speed from its 1500cc fuel injected V8 engine.
As far as I'm aware, this is the only bike that has survived but if any of you know of other bikes please leave a comment. This bike is owned by the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham UK has been on display as a non running exhibit for many years.
I have already worked on the bike last year getting the engine to run after a few rudimentary checks, new oil and batteries for series 12 of Henry Cole's "The Motorbike Show" where Henry rode it for a few miles up to around 50 mph, but it wasn't running very well and was leaking a lot of oil and coolant.
Episodes of "The Motorbike show" can be seen on itvx player on line and some shorter edits are available on Henrys KZbin channel.
Over the coming months I will be stripping the bike to sort out a few issues with the V8 engine and hopefully make it run and ride how it was intended 25 years ago.

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A million times better than watching England play football

[@alanr2609]

a very welcome antidote indeed

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🎯❤

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"Play" is a bit rich!

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Yes, he knows what he’s doing.

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Have they blown it yet?

[@timelapsetown]

Opened up the laptop, Alan posted this vid 12 seconds ago. So that was just perfect.

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Yes, I'm really pleased with that

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​Standby for hedgehogs in you garden..

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34. minutes.

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❤

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@@michaelcurley7801you beat me to it

[@Deepb1u]

Allen made a mistake but still included it in his video. That level of honesty is a good bench mark for all of us who both teach, and know we can still learn.

[@ninja1150]

Agreed, fair play to him for including that mistake. Hats off to him

[@daniels.2720]

+ we all learn from our hopefully minor mistakes ! Cheers to Allen.

[@manjacovus5342]

My revered English lecturer at uni used to say, We grow by experience, and here is living proof of it.

[@jamesrindley6215]

I was just going to say the same thing. In the age of all kinds of fakes, honesty really stands out. Was just recently watching wristwatch revival rebuild the same watch 3 or 4 times because he'd made a mistake and wouldn't be satisfied until it was perfect. A lesson for us all.

[@PAULWICKS-xy6kt]

and what a mistake.! how could Mr A.Millyard do that.!,? …oh the modesty of the man.

[@clivewilliams3661]

Not only are Allen's builds 'just perfect' but so is his production and camera work that makes it a joy to watch.

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[@COMA69BAND]

just sat down with a cuppa and a muffin, perfect timing....no annoying music, just the clock ticking and Alan's dulcet tones for company..... absolutely perfect.

[@anixie]

No CNC machine anywhere close, just a good old fashioned lathe and highly experienced machinists hands, love it

[@WorksopGimp]

Hand files crank cases

[@julianpritchard2558]

@@WorksopGimpcuts crank cases with a hacksaw!!

[@4418CARLOU]

Why would he have any use for a CNC?

[@chriswild2458]

I bet the liners were produced on a c n c lathe

[@gdijkema]

@@chriswild2458 Came to say that

[@LS-uv9gg]

Hearing an English Craftsman say: "...to my horror, I..." has got to be one of the very best mental pictures of elegantly understated, self deprecating humour on the planet.

[@ianwalton9109]

I was driving home from work the other night, a car had stopped in the middle of the road (country lane) i stopped to see what was up, 2 young lads trying to move a Hedgehog off the road, i picked it up and placed him on the other side of the hedgerow, but hats off to the youngsters for not just running over it, think they are a couple of good-uns

[@AllenMillyard]

That’s really nice of them

[@Honkawsuzyamal]

At one time I had a tiny baby hedgehog in my front garden where a road ran past. I couldn't see the parent or any other hedgehogs around so I put him safely around the back where the whole Street is sealed off.

[@slewisedwards]

My wife doesn't know the difference between a spanner and a hammer. She knows motorcycles have two wheels and that's about it. BUT - she asked what I was watching, and has now watched all of these herself at least twice. She loves them.

[@AllenMillyard]

That’s brilliant 🙂

[@kingfishstacy]

Lucky you wish my wife would catch interest in something of mine. 😅

[@kingfishstacy]

Lucky you wish my wife would have some kind of interest in something I'm passionate about. Or maybe not because it would end up I'm doing it all wrong. 😅

[@andystokes8702]

Not knowing the difference between a spanner and a hammer is not that important, every tool eventually gets used as a hammer.

[@mryorkshire3623]

She might be secretly watching it to pick up some cup cake baking tips from Mrs. M.

[@paramarky]

I'm struggling to think of another man on this planet, who could have done this restoration and rebuild as well as AM.

[@RG-gk4yi]

The only ones that come to mind are the Binky boys and My Mechanics. I think if all 4 of them collaborated on a project my brain would explode

[@henrydorsetcase]

@@RG-gk4yi The issue would be waiting for Binky...... we have been waiting over a year for Ep 39. Just saying.

[@gasdive]

There's probably some guys in or from F1, and some of the old guys who designed the GSX-R, maybe Hiroshi Fujiwara. After all, much of this bike is a pretty straight rip off of his design.

[@stephenscholes4758]

Don't be so ridiculous...why does Allen's fans have to resort to this type of zealotry?

[@grebermuncie3904]

@@stephenscholes4758 Agreed. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of people around the globe with the skills to be doing this same task.

[@ducatobeing]

Had we mere mortals have attempted this task, the crank being the wrong way round (quickly remedied) would have been the least of the issues. Like any true expert, Alan makes what are actually difficult tasks seem effortlessly simple. The fruits of great skill and experience. Everything about this was a joy to behold. Thank you Alan.

[@henrydorsetcase]

I love the whole "I'll just spin that up in the lathe and give it a tickle up till it fits just perfect"

[@garfield2279]

If he wanted to, Allen could have edited that bit out, and we would have been none the wiser just goes to show even the best of us makes mistakes, credit to him for leaving it in.

[@SteveBernard42]

Watching Allen work is a privilege, genius at work.

[@richardmoorhouse8030]

The best 22 minutes of the weekend are over….. Are England out yet? Mind you….. who bloody cares when there is a new A.M. film to watch!

[@aldntn]

Allen is human but readily admits it. Beautifully done.

[@gasdive]

Sign of a master. Just perfect.

[@generalmassive1907]

I don't know what's more therapeutic, watching alan work his magic or listening to the clock tick in his garrage 😂

[@Rugbyman269]

As an ex watch repairer , Allan's clock is very slightly out of beat , the tick tock should be even , I know , I'm a pedant , but it's just " not " perfect , sorry Allen 😀

[@fransb8543]

No matter how stressful my day has been, watching Allen meticulously working his magic is as soothing as anything.

[@keithfarrell3370]

"I just skim this ring on my lathe". Just shows the skill and professionalism Allen possess. Great vid as usual. Thank you

[@ChopperCindy]

I have reconditioned, machined and rebuilt engines for a living for 50 years. I am sure I could not possibly watch anyone else doing this work. It is such a departure from the modern TikTok rubbish with captions ,portrait video and music blaring that I find it so refreshing that I could watch it all day. Thank you!

[@Malcolm-nj8ky]

Love the clock ticking in the background (no music 👏)

[@stevenrowley9481]

Allen, you do realise that you will have to get another project ready for when you have completed the Nemesis! For many of us, we can't go without our weekly 'Millyard' fix! It's the perfect antidote to the stresses ofthe week!

[@jamesrindley6215]

I was just thinking, perhaps Allen will take 2 GSX750 engines and make his own version of the Nemesis, without all the crazy nonsense like needing to take the forks out to change the front tyre of course!

[@allanthacker6072]

From what I’ve heard Allen’s next project is the complete disassembly and reassembly of a top of the range Rolex!

[@Birky_41]

Anyone else like the video seconds in without even watching it through? I love these uploads

[@fidelcatsro6948]

of course!

[@BaffledApe]

Not only a real old school biker, but a real old school toolmaker and mechanical artisan. Respect!

[@lesleysmith5623]

Allen, that was bloody marvellous. Slip set brought me right back to my apprenticeship about 50 years ago.

[@dbmail545]

I am gobsmacked that your were able to machine those sealing rings without distorting them. Even more surprised that the crank could go in wrong and that you would show it.

[@glennwoods2462]

That's why I watch Mr Millyard... he's that skilled...👍

[@therealtony]

From one machinst to another: your machining skills are top notch!

[@davidcatanach2620]

Somewhat encouraging to see even the GOAT makes the odd boo-boo.

[@jetskifisher7825]

Great attention to detail Alan as ever, from a 50 year engineer using all the machines and hand tools you use, brings back great memories, keep up the astounding work.

[@ggmtv1394]

As I watched the measuring and machining of the liners, I was overwhelmed by the calm skill given the tolerances and was beginning to think that Alan had supernatural powers - then the crankshaft went in the wrong way round and showed he's human - human but amazing - endless patience and precise progress. This was an excellent episode, The hedgehogs put on a good show too.

[@johnmccarthy5132]

Closing in.on it Allen! I can't imagine how appreciative the museum will be to have that Norton run without the prospect of it turning into a grenade!

[@johnchapman3601]

When he opened the box of slip gauges my mind jumped back 55yrs to my time as an engine fitter in Chatham Dockyard 😊

[@zawzawaung6789]

I've learned a lot by watching your videos. I usually work on old airhead BMWs, which have their weird quirks. You've taught me to persevere on fiddly bits, and not give up. You've taught me to distrust new-fangled tools, and to go with older tried & true ones. I don't know what your "day job" for MOD entails, but I bet they know they're employing a national treasure.

[@RedJam65]

This is Allen in his version of a study, wotking away with the clock ticking in the background, very relaxing and inspiring to watch.

[@SimonDavies-o1p]

Its Allen's attention to detail that never ceases to amaze me.

[@4thdimensiontravels855]

It is so awesome that we get to see you in your element. Were all very pleased with that Mr. Millyard. Great job.

[@rdaystrom4540]

Never would've thought about machining the cylinder sleeve gaskets like that. Allen is an amazing machinist, fun to watch, always knows what to do, and documents it on great videos.

[@jessematilda]

Sheer poetry. Calm, precise, accurate. Love it.

[@chrisbowman4487]

This man keeps my attention for the full video The man’s a genius every thing Allen does is do to perfection

[@MM_in_Havasu]

Allen, you make this look so easy, and the way you managed to hand-fit the liners without much in the way of measurement is mute testimony to your fabrication skills! An absolute pleasure to watch these episodes on the restoration process of this V8 Norton motorcycle's powerplant. Cheers to you & yours, and do enjoy the rest of your day!

[@tim2muntu954]

It's not what Allen does but the way he does it (and video's it). It's positively therapeutic; making the whole world inclined to watch his videos his apprentice is just a side effect. Only a very lucky few ever got to learn from masters like this in the past.

[@markspeller5722]

You just know when Allen finishes this, it's Going to be smoother than a cashmere cod piece.

[@toucheturtle3840]

Allen’s attention to detail is incredible. Always a joy watching his videos.

[@douglasanderson153]

Beautiful work Allen. I didn’t know Norton built a V8 motorcycle. That tiny engine is a work of art.

[@michaelwatson6166]

Alan, if you were on the original tream, we would all be riding V8's great work, thank you.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

true..even im inspired to add 4 more cylinder to my 1200 bandit.. but of course we all know its not going to happen

[@SGTDuckButter]

I love watching him work. Charlie Weaver has got to be 60 years old and still works perfectly. My grandpa had one at his farm and I played with it in the 60’s.

[@owensbama1923]

These videos always seem to fly by. As usual I can't wait to see the next one.

[@AllenMillyard]

Ep11 next sat 6pm

[@JamesesGraves]

You sir are a living legend. Absolutely love how you always have home cooked/baking and wild animals in your videos . Takes a man to admit to his mistakes, hat off to to you sir

[@colinbremner9030]

Thank you so much for this series Allen I just love watching pretty much anything you release.

[@kcraig51]

One thing I've learned over the years; The importance of wood blocks in a shop can't be underestimated. It's a good thing you caught the crankshaft in wrong. What a surprise it would have been when it took off backwards when you tested it!

[@pinger201046]

So pleased to see that I'm not the only one who fits things arse about! Thanks Allen, I'm picking up a lot of useful info.

[@okgo8315]

Absolute genius..... who would've thought some sticky tape would be strong enough to fix the cyl.liners in the lathe??? I call that Rustic Engineering 😂😂.... brilliant..... thankyou Allen yet again✌️🇬🇧

[@randylucas2458]

I love watching you work on motorcycles it is my favorite thing on the internet. I just finished building a 117 cubic inch big bore Harley-Davidson motor with a 4.125" bore and a 4.375" stroke

[@joseywales3789]

Definitely got a glimpse of Sir Allen's Swiss Army Knife, Scissors ✂️😁👍... If I'd seen the Barbeque too... I'd be in heaven 😂🤣

[@wretchedexcess1654]

Showing your humanity tells so much more about your integrity... ...not that there was ever a question about it!

[@1t_wasnt_me]

It makes me envious of anyone who grew up around this man, as my memories of older mates guidance tuition consisted more of, "when you're putting it back together, remember that the wee bit there, goes in first, then that other wee bit goes in after it.....and remember to use a wee bit vaseline!!!"

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Having never seen bore liners installed this was very interesting to me. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@richardsprojects]

You were just checking we were paying attention when the crank was in wrong way round .As always , loving the content

[@tonymarkey6525]

I’m glad to see that Mr Millyard is in fact fallible after all! A Great recovery was, of course, the outcome!😊😊

[@richardraby6266]

So glad that you left the footage in with you installing the crank the wrong way round! This gives comfort to us less talented fellows who FAR more often do similar things. Richard

[@robinlarge1630]

Not into bikes really, but I could listen to this bloke talk about engineering all day!!!👏🏻🇬🇧👍🏻

[@gazzafloss]

Beautiful work Allen, your vast experience with machining using ordinary "off hand" machine tools certainly shows. Thanks again.

[@charlesphillips8635]

So Mr Millyard you are human after all! Fitting the crank the wrong way round indeed😊

[@mutters40]

A masterclass in engine rebuilding. Thanks Allen.

[@Hungry_Hunter]

It truly is one of life's pleasures to watch skilled hands assemble and explain how easy it is to install a crank shaft back to front. Charlie spotted it first I bet.

[@noelcastle3986]

Allen's commentary is so calming and the expert way he handles all tools shows his natural abilities with these complex machining and fitting tasks.

[@ianmurray3820]

Don’t beat yourself up Allen !! I mean who hasn’t put a Norton V8 crank in the wrong way around.!???😁💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@grahamsmith2022]

Alan fitted the crankshaft the wrong way round deliberately just to make us mere mortals feel better the next time we fit brake pads back to front. 😂.

[@steveparkes1]

The engine whisperer! Wonderful to watch, thank's Allen.

[@ericwilson2585]

Hey Allen! I gotta say, having patients is awesome. Cheers Charlie!

[@ninja1150]

Fair play to you Allen, for including the crankshaft installed the wrong way round, odd the gears lining up both ways 😮 Quickly rectified after realising. Now its just perfect. Always a joy to watch and can appreciate your methodical method.

[@scottwatson8648]

It’s nice to see that even someone as experienced as Allen can make a boneheaded mistake. It’s also nice to see someone of his caliber honest enough to show it. Good on you Sir!

[@gonegliding2966]

Another 22 minutes that just evaporated. Just perfect!

[@michielderuyter6011]

Like to watch this everytime. Don’t stop please. These are really too short episodes😅. Tnx for making us a part of this. ❤

[@AllenMillyard]

22 mins is manageable for me to shoot, edit and voice over in a week

[@michielderuyter6011]

I understand but it is so calming to watch. Carry on please. Gr. From the Netherlands✌️

[@rekleif]

Your videos relax me like no other is able to do. It is probably the clock together with your voice that does it for me. It's also very relaxing watching a master of his craft, like you Allen, and watching in total amazement the perfectionist in action.. God bless and lots of love from Norway. And thanks for the video.

[@alisonmoxon7519]

We were waiting and up you popped Allen... Amazing .. no football here... Shed/Buried and Motorbike Show whilst waiting . Top job . 👌

[@chipperkeithmgb]

Bloody football

[@JanDeeKat]

Astonishing, manual precision, and sheer patience! this is the real art of machining.

[@Waranus36]

Allen, this engineering work is impressive, the precision and calmness emanating from the video are remarkable. You are the Japanese swordsmith of motorcycles, and the ticking of the clock in the background is almost hypnotic. I wish you all the best!

[@CharliePower-mx7tj]

Cannot wait to hear it spring into life again, it will purr 👌😊

[@billdagoe7371]

I love watching these videos by Allen. It's like watching a surgeon but with metal. Fascinating!!

[@nickhellen6303]

I can’t believe it. I’m in shock! Alan made a mistake ( crank in backwards) I love the way it was fixed. No fuss. Not one swear word. Just efficiently done. Unlike how most mortals would react.

[@ReinhardPriller-ck9ny]

a perfect example, how brain beats machines. Allan with his know-how and skills is more precise on his lathe then others with cnc machines, costing millions.

[@MrACOUSTICPETE]

Thanks Allen for another of my favourite bedtime stories . Looking forward to the happy ending !!😴

[@ianr7023]

This is very addictive and therapeutic. Can't wait for the next episode!

[@splodge5714]

I was screaming 'you've put the crankshaft in the wrong way" ... admittedly that was after you'd told us but even so. Another great video, cheers.

[@AllenMillyard]

🙈

[@doccops]

Oops, easy mistake we've all done similar. Your videos are a delight Allen - thanks for taking the time to do them, and to edit them so well.

[@oluffriesthomsen7680]

Amazing, Allen is Actually able to make mistakes, put the crank in the wrong way. That shows he is Human, not Actually super Human. 😙 So soothing to watch his videos, love them. Just perfect. 😉

[@nickrider5220]

I feel relaxed and content after another great video. As long as Allen does his wonderous builds, Tracy makes her cup cakes, the garden animals are well and Charlie the bartender continues making cocktails, all is well in the world !.......at least for a while until reality seeps back in 👍🏻

[@gwaithwyr]

I am always pleased when Allen says he was pleased.

[@snowballed4]

Just perfect post-Sunday lunch viewing. I feel at one with the world after each time I watch an episode. What a talented guy you are Allen.

[@almclean4835]

I’m subscribed to over a hundred channels, this is one of the few I watch the whole video- no fast forwarding. Brilliant 👏👏

[@simonlunt353]

I can’t believe you made a mistake Alan 😮love the clock ticking in the background no music just you telling us what you are doing just perfect can’t wait for your next video 😊thank you

[@AllenMillyard]

I was editing video clips real time as I was assembling the engine and thought it would be fun to leave it in the Final Cut ✂️

[@shelby.daytona6890]

Allen you sir are a saint...to mechanics and gear heads all over this planet...installed the crankshaft backwards and showed it to us all...❤❤❤

[@MadJock-jv6ue]

When I saw the slip gauges which, I haven't seen any sets for over 40 years it took all my self-control not to buy some. Then I remembered Allen's mantra "you only need a few good hand tools and a lathe" so I resisted.

[@AllenMillyard]

Love a box of slips 🙂

[@caseywolters6532]

Absolutely brilliant, Allen-- your attention to detail is beyond belief... I would love to meet you someday, to shake your hand and compliment you in person👏

[@DW-we3qn]

This engine is going to run just perfect. Can't wait to hear it run.

[@bigc7t]

I can't wait see the this when you are finished, IMO it will be better than new, awesome stuff, thank you for the video.

[@ChefEarthenware]

I've no interest in the esoteric engineering, but I find these videos relaxing.

[@garysmith1178]

Excellent Allen, love watching these episodes and I always look forward to the next instalment. Its great how you incorporate the wildlife in your garden too. 😉👍

[@billienomates1606]

Allen you always leave me in awe how easy you make everything you do seem. I wish I had 1/100th of your skills to work on my bikes. Great vid.

[@charlottegrieff662]

I can't wait for the next installment. I'm very much enjoying this series.

[@rongreen1538]

The work hours that must have gone into this repair/redesign must be considerable , amazing work Alan and thank you for sharing this.