Norton patents Manx R in India with aluminium frame; V4 engine launch likely by end-2026

Norton Motorcycles has taken a step towards its India plans, with the Manx R’s design now patented, hinting that the flagship supersport could make its way to the market in the future.

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The motorcycle is built around an aluminium monocoque frame and gets a single-sided swingarm, pointing to a clear focus on weight optimisation and performance. It uses semi-active Marzocchi suspension and runs on carbon fibre wheels, keeping it firmly in the track-focused space.

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The Manx R first broke cover at EICMA 2025, where it was shown alongside the Manx street naked. Its styling follows a sharp, race-derived theme, marked by a dual-LED headlamp setup and a tightly sculpted fairing.

At the heart of the bike sits a 1200cc, liquid-cooled V4 motor, delivering 203.2bhp at 11,500rpm and 130Nm at 9,000rpm, putting it among the more serious performers in its class.

On the equipment front, it features an 8-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity. Rider aids include three riding modes, two customisable track modes, and a bidirectional quickshifter.

Norton has yet to put a firm timeline on its India entry for the model. However, recent Atlas test sightings suggest the brand may roll out its adventure range first, expected around mid-2026, with the Manx R and the Manx likely to follow towards the end of 2026.

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