THE NORTON MANX

One of the most iconic racing motorcycles in British history… The stellar Norton Manx is deeply rooted in the golden era of Grand Prix motorcycle racing.

MANUFACTURER: Norton Motorcycle Company (UK).

PRODUCTION YEARS: 1947-1962 (official factory race bikes). It was later produced under license.

NAMED AFTER: The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, a key racing event where the Norton Manx frequently came out on top.

ENGINE: Single-cylinder, air-cooled, 350cc (Manx 40M) and 500cc (Manx 30M) versions, DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) engine developed for exceptionally high performance.

The Norton Manx evolved from earlier Norton race bikes, such as the International and Model 30/40. 

The double-cradle Featherbed frame was introduced in 1950. Developed by Rex and Cromie McCandless, this super-strong swingarm rear suspension set a brand new standard of excellence in race bike chassis design, heavily inspiring top motorcycle frames well into the mid-80s.

THE RACE TO SUCCESS

This iconic bike dominated the race tracks in both the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy and the World Championships, particularly the 350cc and 500cc classes. Winning countless titles and championships while helping to skyrocket the careers of many legendary racers like Geoff Duke and John Surtees, the Norton Manx is like no other. Despite limited resources, Norton fiercely competed against larger manufacturers such as MV Agusta.

THE LEGACY

The year of 1962 unfortunately saw the end of Norton Manx production due to financial issues and growing competition from multi-cylinder machines. But all hope was not lost. Specialist companies such as Molnar Precision saw Norton’s potential and continued to build and restore these iconic bikes from original and newly manufactured parts. Today, the fierce Norton Manx is a lucky collector’s item, continuing to race in classic and vintage competitions.

OUR PRODUCTS

Here at Classic Transfers, we supply a great range of transfers for your Norton Manx. Take a look below and order yours today!

Red and Black Tank Lines, £33:

Norton 8472LC 310x135mm https://classictransfers.co.uk/product/norton-8472lc-310x135mm/ 

Norton 8471LC 360x166mm https://classictransfers.co.uk/product/norton-8471lc-360x166mm/ 

Norton 8473LC 370x140mm https://classictransfers.co.uk/product/norton-8473lc-370x140mm/

Norton 8470LC 387x165mm https://classictransfers.co.uk/product/norton-8470lc-387x165mm/

Registered Trade Mark Logo, £5.25:

Norton 6331 110x35mm https://classictransfers.co.uk/product/norton-6331-110x35mm/ 

Racing Numbers, £2.50: 

Racing Numbers 80x145mm https://classictransfers.co.uk/product/racing-numbers-80x145mm/

Racing Numbers 120x80mm https://classictransfers.co.uk/product/racing-numbers-120x80mm/ 

Racing Ovals, £8.50:

Yellow or Black, 255x203mm or 290x240mm (+£1.50) https://classictransfers.co.uk/product/racing-oval-255x203mm/