Norton Motorcycles

Norton off to the TT with Alltruck

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:13:18 +0000

For the second year running Norton will be supported by Leicester based truck hire firm Alltruck plc as the official transport provider, supplying the truck that will pull the Norton race trailer over to the 2013 Isle of Man TT.

Stuart Garner, CEO of Norton Motorcycles, said “we are passionate about partnering with local businesses and Alltruck plc is a great fit for us. Brand image is key and Alltruck supply top of the range vehicles, befitting of the Norton Motorcycles brand.”

Alltruck plc Sales Director, Steve Stanton said “Norton is an iconic brand and one we are proud to be associated with. We wish the team a triumphant trip and we are excited to be a part of their … Read More

The Italian Job!

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:32:16 +0000

Recently our International Head of Sales, Joe Adams spent time travelling throughout Europe visiting the Norton dealers. Joe spent time at Norton Italia with Davide Rebeccani and Guiseppina Meazza who run and own Norton Italia. Joe delivered a brand new 961 Commando Sport Dual Seat model and Davide was able to take the bike out the following day for a 250 mile ride into the Italian mountains. He couldn’t believe how well the bike handled whether by himself or two up with Guiseppina. The new Commando created a real stir wherever he stopped, his fellow Italian bikers all wanted to know more.. … Read More

First French Dual Seats

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:18:01 +0000

Today see’s the first shipment of our dual seat Commando 961 bikes into our exclusive distributor Norton France, based in central Paris. As production volumes continue to increase we have reached another important point with the dual seat model now in full production and delivery across Europe. Great thanks to all the hard working Norton team and special thanks to our European dealer network for all their hard work in bringing Norton back into the showrooms..… Read More

British at Heart..

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:43:34 +0000

Did you know Norton hand build all their engines in house!? The answer is Yes, we certainly do. Here’s a picture from engine build this morning..

Norton are truly British at Heart..… Read More

Bonjour Magnifique!

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:27:30 +0000

What a beauty…. Norton France has put together this gorgeous Norton Commando 961 SF as a special one off for it’s Classic Paris show this week. Thierry Stapts the owner of Paradise Motorcycles and boss of Norton France [details on dealer section of our website] put the bike together to show how you can make the 961 SF exclusively yours by special paint and other one off finishing touches. This exclusive approach is encouraged by the Norton factory and we wish Thierry and his team well at the show this week..

Norton launch in Japan

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:08:14 +0000

The British Embassy in Tokyo kindly hosted the Norton Motorcycles launch party, taking Norton back into the Japanese market after some 30 years.. The first Commando 961 bikes were there and received great attention from the discerning Japanese dealer network that Norton Japan has worked hard to put in place over the last 18 months. The bikes received great accolades from the dealers who also spent time with Stuart Garner, CEO of Norton Motorcycles and Joe Adams head of International Sales. Stuart and Joe flew over for the launch at the British Embassy particularly to meet the dealers, thanking them as well as the staff of Norton Japan for their hard work and ongoing support for Norton.

Stuart and Joe … Read More

TT 2013 tech teaser?

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 12:05:32 +0000

Here we go, with TT 2013 fast approaching we thought you might like to see a first pic of the new bikes.. Here’s a shot showing some of the technology the new factory race bikes are carrying this year.… Read More

Norton Motorcycles Acquires Donington Hall

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 14:45:02 +0000

British Airways announces today the sale of the former headquarters of Bmi to Norton Motorcycles.

Donington Hall

Norton Motorcycles has purchased the Donington Hall estate from British Airways including the Hall and its surrounding 25 acre grounds and the modern 45,000 sq ft Hastings House facility.

British Airways acquired Donington Hall and its’ surrounding 25 acre grounds as part of its deal to takeover Bmi in April 2012.

Stuart Garner, CEO of Norton Motorcycles, said “Donington Hall conjures up a uniquely British way to show style, strength and quality which are all great attributes of the Norton brand. However, beyond the drama and romance of Donington Hall is a thoroughly modern 45,000 sq ft building (Hastings House) which will … Read More

Norton France get’s it’s first dual seat Commando’s

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 13:19:22 +0000

New dual seat Commando’s are heading out to Paris, France for the first time in over 30 years. Please contact Norton France for further details, contact info is on our website.

After recent homologation approvals the Commando dual seat option is now available throughout Europe, USA, Canada and Japan. … Read More

Norton delivers British export growth.

Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 18:08:26 +0000

Spain becomes the latest territory for Norton to re-enter after some 30+ years away. Norton are pleased to announce their partnership with Spanish distributor Corver S.A. who have a long standing history with the Norton brand. They will be pleased to take your enquiries about the Norton 961 Commando range and can be contacted at corver@corver.es and have full contact details on our website.

Canada and USA are anticipated to be the next new export territories for Norton after recent homologation approvals. Paperwork has now been completed and factory production is expected to start for these territories in a matter of days/weeks..

We are also very pleased to announce the successful completion of our Japanese homologation. We are working with … Read More