More sad News. Norton Motorcycles in Administration - Page 2

RPWC · 30th January 2020, 06:51

Like you Brian,I still have a hankering for an old classic bike, but as with getting another 75, nowhere to keep one . Or time to use it for that matter.

SCP440 · 30th January 2020, 06:58

I am not surprised at this, have you see the price of these Motorcycles? The cheapest one they are selling is £15k

. I am sure it is well made but how many people have that kind of money for a classic looking toy?

I was lucky enough to go to the Motorcycle show last year at the NEC, there are some great bikes on the UK market that I would choose before I spent my hard earnt on one of these machines sadly. Some of there bikes are nearly £30k.

Why do people purchase a motorbike? Freedom, Speed? What ever your reason I just think there is such a limited market anyway and then you make one for a small part of that market you are going to be in trouble once all your potential customers have purchased one.

ceedy · 30th January 2020, 08:15

Not been on a bike much since we sold the Dommie ..

But had a go on an mates old Honda 400 Hornet V4 a while back.

low enough to get over the seat

Wound it up to about 6-7 k and thought this is ok

.

Got back and was told the power isn't until 9k , so had a second go and gave it some more beans, hit 9k and all hell broke loose, , frightened the **** out of me.

Obviously getting a bit soft nowadays

C

Lancpudn · 30th January 2020, 09:16

I wonder if the iconic Norton name will be bought up like MG by the Chinese? they seem to be the only people with money these days.

bikerdude666 · 30th January 2020, 09:30

Maybe Indian Royal Enfield could purchase them, they're all set up for making classic looking bikes, and I believe are one of, if not the biggest selling motorcycle at the moment. But It's unlikely, they're already successful, so why add a niche and failed company to their business.

WillyHeckaslike · 30th January 2020, 11:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoroRover

Please, no comments, battered cod, flying fish etc, heard them all, honest.

Sounds like our local chippy a few years back. Someone kicked off and there was salt and batter everywhere.

It was an open and shut case for the police when they arrived though ... assault and battery I believe it was.

Lovel · 30th January 2020, 11:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCP440

I am not surprised at this, have you see the price of these Motorcycles? The cheapest one they are selling is £15k

. I am sure it is well made but how many people have that kind of money for a classic looking toy?

I was lucky enough to go to the Motorcycle show last year at the NEC, there are some great bikes on the UK market that I would choose before I spent my hard earnt on one of these machines sadly. Some of there bikes are nearly £30k.

Why do people purchase a motorbike? Freedom, Speed? What ever your reason I just think there is such a limited market anyway and then you make one for a small part of that market you are going to be in trouble once all your potential customers have purchased one.

Yep when I was looking for new Brit bike in 2016, although I wanted the Commando, there was no way I was going to splurge that sort of money on a bike. I opted for Triumphs "bargain" Street Twin at a mere £7,300

Mike Noc · 30th January 2020, 12:27

They were handbuilt bikes so prices were high, shame they couldn't make a go of it this time round. I'm sure someone will have another go sooner or later. It is too iconic a name to disappear!

Reminds me I must get my Commando out of the garage and back on the road. Pictured here in the foreground at the 2011 Norton Day at Brooklands.

roverbarmy · 30th January 2020, 12:59

here's my biggest regret:-

Sold it for £55 with the sidecar! It was a lovely bike to ride, with smooth engine and gearing, plus very comfortable. It's been to the States since and that pic was taken by its owner living about 50 miles away from my current location in Norfolk!
Always fancied a Norton but have also had BSA Royal Star, Honda CB750 Ten Year Anniversary Limited Edition, Honda CB 250, CB 500, Suzuki GT 380, GSX600, GSF600, etc., etc.

No doubt Norton prices will go up even more now!

Phil th Barrow · 30th January 2020, 13:16

My Manx is in th front room... Ps, as anyone seen Stuart.. :-)

30th January 2020, 06:51	#11
RPWC This is my second home 75 model car Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 20,177 Thanks: 4,008 Thanked 5,083 Times in 3,114 Posts	Like you Brian,I still have a hankering for an old classic bike, but as with getting another 75, nowhere to keep one . Or time to use it for that matter. __________________ Cheers. Rich…

30th January 2020, 08:15	#13
ceedy This is my second home All Trophy Blue ,ZT260#50 , ZT CDTI Auto, ZR105+ and 1.8T Firefrost spoiling the Set . Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nr Sherborne But in Somerset.. Posts: 6,075 Thanks: 916 Thanked 1,214 Times in 768 Posts	Not been on a bike much since we sold the Dommie .. But had a go on an mates old Honda 400 Hornet V4 a while back. low enough to get over the seat Wound it up to about 6-7 k and thought this is ok . Got back and was told the power isn't until 9k , so had a second go and gave it some more beans, hit 9k and all hell broke loose, , frightened the **** out of me. Obviously getting a bit soft nowadays C __________________ The Three Bloo's Wifey's Zr105, MY CDTI & 260 #50 and Number One sons 1.8T in Firefrost When I were a lad Zero to 142 in 10.25 secs at the Pod on my Blown Norton. 210 Kart Champ in 70's

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Lancpudn This is my second home MG ZS EV Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Lancashire Posts: 15,564 Thanks: 4,591 Thanked 3,427 Times in 2,565 Posts	I wonder if the iconic Norton name will be bought up like MG by the Chinese? they seem to be the only people with money these days. __________________ Blessed are the tea makers. http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3b...auto-2000_auto

30th January 2020, 12:59	#19
roverbarmy This is my second home Roverless + 1.7D Sportage Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: East Norfolk Posts: 7,050 Thanks: 729 Thanked 2,021 Times in 1,449 Posts	here's my biggest regret:- Sold it for £55 with the sidecar! It was a lovely bike to ride, with smooth engine and gearing, plus very comfortable. It's been to the States since and that pic was taken by its owner living about 50 miles away from my current location in Norfolk! Always fancied a Norton but have also had BSA Royal Star, Honda CB750 Ten Year Anniversary Limited Edition, Honda CB 250, CB 500, Suzuki GT 380, GSX600, GSF600, etc., etc. No doubt Norton prices will go up even more now! __________________ Oil in my veins!

30th January 2020, 13:16	#20
Phil th Barrow Gets stuck in " NOW SOLD" :-( Rover 75 Conni Auto SE Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Stoke Posts: 896 Thanks: 424 Thanked 214 Times in 163 Posts	My Manx is in th front room... Ps, as anyone seen Stuart.. :-) __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

30th January 2020, 06:58	#12
SCP440 I really should get out more....... MG ZT-T 260 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Witney Posts: 2,504 Thanks: 6 Thanked 910 Times in 571 Posts	I am not surprised at this, have you see the price of these Motorcycles? The cheapest one they are selling is £15k . I am sure it is well made but how many people have that kind of money for a classic looking toy? I was lucky enough to go to the Motorcycle show last year at the NEC, there are some great bikes on the UK market that I would choose before I spent my hard earnt on one of these machines sadly. Some of there bikes are nearly £30k. Why do people purchase a motorbike? Freedom, Speed? What ever your reason I just think there is such a limited market anyway and then you make one for a small part of that market you are going to be in trouble once all your potential customers have purchased one.

30th January 2020, 09:30	#15
bikerdude666 Posted a thing or two Jaguar Xe diseasal Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Little Stanion, Corby Posts: 1,922 Thanks: 363 Thanked 390 Times in 241 Posts	Maybe Indian Royal Enfield could purchase them, they're all set up for making classic looking bikes, and I believe are one of, if not the biggest selling motorcycle at the moment. But It's unlikely, they're already successful, so why add a niche and failed company to their business.

30th January 2020, 12:27	#18
Mike Noc This is my second home Rover 75 CDT Manual Connoisseur SE, Rover 75 CDT Automatic Connoisseur SE & a Freelander Td4. Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 11,547 Thanks: 3,470 Thanked 3,119 Times in 2,247 Posts	They were handbuilt bikes so prices were high, shame they couldn't make a go of it this time round. I'm sure someone will have another go sooner or later. It is too iconic a name to disappear! Reminds me I must get my Commando out of the garage and back on the road. Pictured here in the foreground at the 2011 Norton Day at Brooklands.