2018 Norton Manx 500 Norton Manx "Tonkin Tornado" Limited edition
£29,999
Vehicle Specifications
- Year: 2018
- Mileage: 120 miles
- Fuel: Petrol
- Transmission: Manual
- Colour: Silver
- Body Type: Classic
- Location: Sheffield
- Seller: The Bike Specialists
Description
THE BIKE SPECIALISTS, TRADING STANDARD AWARD WINNERS FOR THE PAST 12 YEARS> Bike ID: 10124. We are excited to offer the unique opportunity to purchase our "Tonkin Tornado" Norton Manxman. A classic replica Manx Norton built for modern roads. This example was built and registered in 2018 with the engine, frame and brakes built by world renowned Andy Molner Precision Ltd. Built with lights, kick start, BTH electronic ignition and fitted with a Global Telemetrics Trident Cat 6 S7 Tracker. These bikes are highly sought after with this example having had three owners, the first of those being the supplying dealer and has covered just 130 miles. Included in the package are the original dealer brochure and spec sheets as supplied by the ex I.O.M racer and builder Steve Tonkins. The Manx Norton is one of the most famous motorcycles of all time, and amongst the most highly regarded and sought after race bikes ever made. Not only fast and with superb road holding and handling, the Manx is also exquisitely proportioned and beautiful to look at. Add to this an exhaust note that is music to the ears of classic bike enthusiasts, and you have the ultimate package that powered a multitude of riders to podium finishes for over half a century! Many classic bike enthusiasts have dreamed of owning their own Norton Manx. However, the original full-on racer would be difficult to ride on the road. So how about a slightly tamed Manx that is street legal, but just as capable of delivering power and thrills when you need it? The result is a truly classic motorcycle that is equally at home in town, and superb on fast twisty, country roads. Steve Tonkin, Isle of Man TT winner and for over 30 years a respected classic bike restorer, has made this dream a reality with his new bike – the Tonkin Tornado. This is certainly no old fashioned “lash-up”, but is based around the renowned 500cc single cylinder Molnar Manx engine built to 1961 specification. With a top speed of about 140mph on Isle of