The history of Norton: The dynamic Brit

Discover the rich history of one of Great Britain's oldest motorcycle manufacturers, Norton. From the company's humble beginnings in 1898, to its early successes in the Isle of Man TT races, to its contributions during World War 1 and 2, this video takes a deep dive into the story of Norton. Learn about the company's founder, James Landsdowne Norton, and the various models and innovations that have made Norton a legendary name in the motorcycle industry. Whether you're a motorcycle enthusiast or simply interested in the history of British manufacturing, this video is a must-watch. So tune in now and join us on a journey through the past and present of Norton Motorcycles.

[@GrotrianSeiler]

That was a terrific history lesson.

[@minuteman2022]

Thank you very much, glad you liked it!

[@owenwilliams9666]

Unfortunately many of the bikes shown don't match the narrative

[@minuteman2022]

Thank you for your input, we`ll constantly keep working on improving our videos. Your opinon is valuable to us!

[@ursschuler1045]

Es giebt nur einen Ton , das ist Nortooooon !! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😅

[@nigethesassenach3614]

The Nortons’ they’re building now are simply gorgeous. I’ve got two Triumphs’ currently and would never separate from them, but would love a couple N’s to join them in my garage… maybe a Laverda too…..

[@DavidRussell-n8e]

I remember in the 1950 s that so much was being spent on the racing program and race prototypes that their standard products were neglected.

[@daleevans3841]

Something tells me the narrator does not know what an OHC engine is.....

[@hgm8337]

Shelly, or Shelby?
by order of the Peaky Blinders

[@Lee-70ish]

My favourites?
Dominator ( over the Commando) and the fabulous Manx.
The feather bed is the only bike frame people can actually name

[@minuteman2022]

Thanks for your comment!

[@pauldow1648]

Those early 750 commandos were tops

[@bartjohnson8139]

In 85, my beautiful 73 850 Commando and I had a rather violent parting on I35, (Stemmons Frwy) at Motor St, now Medical Pkwy, in Dallas Tx.
Despite being pretty torn up for quite a while, I still yearned to be riding “Black Beauty” again.
Sadly, it was if the gods had other plans, because every length of the frame now resembled a pretzel, and the engine being literally cracked in two, it was never to be.
I’m still drawn to the old Nortons, but sadly I’ll never ride again due to the long term orthopedic, and other medical issues I’ve had to endure for all these many years, because of that accident. (an 18 wheeler was also involved)
sigh…..

[@minuteman2022]

Thank you for sharing your story!

[@joanne26]

At 1.17 into this video you see Norton with an address of Bracebridge Street on it.
In 1996 I worked for a company called Hydraforce Hydraulics who were based in part of the Norton factory along with T.A. Savery
I know there was a preservation order on the Norton part
Hydraforce moved out of Bracebridge Street around 2000/1 to Newtown Middleway. Then moved again in 2015 to Aston Hall Road
T.A.Savery also relocated to Coventry around 15-17 years ago if I remember correctly
I retired in February 2016
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[@neilurquhart8622]

I visited Norton at Bracebridge Street Birmingham (I’ll never know how I found it without a satnav!). Reason for my visit was for them to investigate problems with my 1963 650ss, tappets required too frequent adjustment….the factory fitted a complete new cylinder head which fixed the problem. However they refused to tell me what the problem was.
In 1961/2, prior to owning the ss I had a 350 Navigator, the naked version without the ‘tinwear’….nice bike, noisy but not that fast as I struggled to keep up with a mate on his 250cc Ariel Arrow!

[@joanne26]

@@neilurquhart8622 my paternal relative’s husband died in June 2023 aged 89. From the early 1950’s he owned all sorts of motorbikes. The last one he owned was a Triumph Bonneville T100.
However he did not ride it very often and by the 1980’s it was kept in a lock up in Perry Barr
In the last 15 years he kept it in his garage
It was sold August 2023 for around £3000

[@neilurquhart8622]

@@joanne26 I guess that T100 would have cost around £300 when new!
My Norton 650ss was £343 when I bought it in 1963…..if only I’d kept it in running order it would probably make £15/20k now….Hindsite eh?

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

That pin stripe on that tank shape 😁

[@stewartmcmanus3991]

Always wanted a Commando.

[@minuteman2022]

Thank you for your comment! I`m sure you are not alone wanting one of those! :)

[@Cobra427Veight]

Buy one , your a long time. under ground .