A year ago, we specifically explained that the TV -owned Norton was going to launch 6 new motorcycles over a period of three years. We have now learned from sources that these new bikes will include all-new single and twin cylinder platforms.
- These will be the first new Norton model after the acquisition of TV
- Both models will be made in India
New TVS-built Norton Model Description
Hope to debut before single-cylinder model twin
since TVS announced that it acquired Norton in 2020It was clear that one of the objectives was to take the increasing success of Royal Enfield in the middle-wing section worldwide. A sacred British brand like Norton was a great base for it and we have now learned about two new platforms under development that will do this.
The details on these platforms are currently rare, but sources indicate that the single cylinder bike will be between 400-450cc while the twin will be in the 600-650cc range. Whether these are air-cooled or liquid-cooled is also not clear, although the former will not only create more direct rivals for Enfields, but will also help in keeping the cost in mind.
A large capacity for single cylinder bike will give them the benefit of performance in 350cc competition, but it is difficult for many strong specific factors in the retro motorcycle segment. In that regard, TVS MD Sudarshan Venu first shared with us that Norton motorcycles will be distinguished by the company’s three column philosophy by three column philosophy by the company’s three pillars.
These bikes can range from one year to 18 months from a commercial launch and the current expectation is that the single cylinder model can debut before Twin. It is being said that we expect to learn more about all these new Norton motorcycles later this year.
In other news, sources suggest that the company is also investigating the localization of its 4 cylinder 1200cc platform. This engine is seen in Norton’s range topping V4 And V4 CR Which are the most expensive products in the lineup, which costs more than 40,000 euros. It remains to be seen whether it is an attempt to locally manufactured components that will be used only in the new Solihul manufacturing facility of Norton in the UK, or if the V4 motorcycles will also be manufactured in India.
With input of keton thkkar
