Norton Motors Ltd was founded in 1898 by James Lansdowne Norton, but the brand’s true sporting legacy began in 1907, when Rem Fowler claimed victory at the Isle of Man TT. Between 1930 and 1937, Norton dominated Grand Prix racing, winning an impressive 78 of 92 events.
In the years following World War II, Norton introduced the Manx—designed specifically for the legendary Isle of Man TT from which it takes its name. Built for the racetrack, it was the first to feature the innovative double-cradle “Featherbed” frame, a breakthrough that helped secure a remarkable run of victories between 1947 and 1954.
The iconic single-cylinder Manx 500 achieved legendary status under the hands of Geoff Duke, who rode it to victory at the Isle of Man TT and earned World Championship titles in 1950 and 1951.
