Norton Bikes in India

Founded in 1898, the Norton Motorcycle Company is a British marque originated in Birmingham, England, UK. Initially, James Lansdowne Norton kick-started the company as a manufacturer of fittings and parts for two-wheelers. In 1902, the company assembled its first new Norton motorcycle using Swiss and French motors. Six years later, the company had successfully plonked its own engine powered by a single-cylinder valve unit in motorcycles. By 1909, Norton motorcycles had their presence in Harrods.

In 1914, the famous Norton logo appeared which started to be seen on the Norton Bikes’ fuel tanks from 1915. Norton passed away in 1925 after he witnessed a few wins and achievements of the brand. In the 1930s, the company accomplished ten Isle of Man Senior TT wins. It also accomplished an impeccable 78 out of 92 wins in Grand Prix races. During 1937-1945, 25% of the British Army motorcycles were the Nortons, around 100,000 units. Norton Bikes also accomplished several victories between 1947 and 1954.