The buzz around British motorcycle brand Norton’s entry into India has intensified. The TVS-owned company has patented the design of its two amazing bikes, the Atlas GT Tourer and the Manx R Supersport, in India. This clearly shows that the company can launch them in the Indian market by next year. Although Norton has yet to officially confirm the launch, filing a patent in any country is a sign that the company is gearing up for the market there.
After buying Norton in 2020, TVS has invested heavily in reviving the brand. Apart from these bikes that are already sold in the international market, the company also has a lineup like the 450cc roadster, which can attract premium customers in India.
Norton Atlas GT: Engine
The Atlas GT is the company’s 585cc adventure platform model, specially designed for long journeys on paved roads. Instead of the standard model’s spoke wheels, it will get alloy wheels (19-inch front and 17-inch rear). It has a 585cc parallel-twin engine, which produces 69 bhp of power and 57.5 Nm of torque. The bike gets a 6-speed gearbox with bi-directional quickshifter, 15.4-litre fuel tank, 220mm ground clearance and adjustable KYB suspension. Its high-spec ‘Apex’ variant has modern features such as heated grips, cornering lights, tire pressure monitoring and an 8-inch TFT touchscreen with navigation and Go-Pro controls.
Norton Manx R: Who will compete with him?
The Manx R, on the other hand, is a powerful 1,200cc V4 supersport bike that gives direct competition to 200bhp superbikes. Its engine generates a whopping 206bhp of power and 130Nm of torque. For excellent control on the track, it is equipped with a six-axis IMU, traction and wheelie control, Brembo brakes and Pirelli tyres. The company sells it in Standard, Apex, Signature and First Edition variants.
Its top model uses a carbon-fibre body and lightweight titanium parts, reducing its weight by 201 kg. Only 150 units of its first edition will be made worldwide.
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