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20 hours ago · Pa, as he was affectionately known, James Lansdowne Norton, founded Norton in 1898 as a manufacturer of fittings and parts for the two-wheel trade. In 1902, the very first Norton Motorcycle, the Energette, was produced which was powered by a 143cc, single-cylinder Clement engine. In 1907 Norton began their racing career.
May 13, 2024 · From 2pm; Meet our own Norton Royalty, Judith Morris, James’ granddaughter, during ’The Direct Link’ and hold an artefact actually made by James himself for a suitable donation to The Salvation Army.
May 3, 2024 · The Norton Energette was Norton’s first step in the motorcycle world. Created in 1902 by founder James Lansdowne Norton and produced until 1906, the Energette used Norton’s own design of bicycle frame accompanied by a 142cc Clément engine and two-speed Sturmey Archer gearbox.
May 3, 2024 · Enjoy a more detailed history of the Norton name by clicking along the timeline below. 1898: The 1898 James Lansdowne Norton (known to all as ‘Pa’) founded Norton as a manufacturer of “fittings and parts for the two-wheel trade.” 1900 – 1910: By 1902 the first Norton motorcycles were being produced using French and Swiss engines. In ...
May 3, 2024 · The first Norton logo was a fairly simple, art nouveau design, with the name spelled in capitals. However, a new logo appeared on the front of the catalogue for 1914, which was a joint effort by James Lansdowne Norton and his daughter Ethel.
May 20, 2024 · Founded by James Lansdowne Norton, in Birmingham, in 1898, Norton Motorcycles is among the most popular British motorcycle brands of all time and is one of the most emotive marques today.
May 8, 2024 · James Norton, a name synonymous with captivating performances and brooding charm, has carved a distinct path in the British acting scene. His journey, however, began far from the red carpets and flashing lights.
