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Norton Motorcycles has filed a patent for its flagship Manx R in India, a 1200cc V4 superbike, suggesting an imminent launch with local manufacturing at TVS's Hosur plant.
TVS-owned Norton Motorcycles has filed a patent for its flagship Manx R model in India, signaling an imminent launch of the high-performance motorcycle in the country. The Manx R, a fully-faired, 1200cc, V4-powered machine, was previously unveiled at EICMA 2025 as part of Norton's resurrected lineup. This patent filing indicates the brand's intent to introduce its top-tier offerings to the Indian market soon.
The Norton Manx R is powered by a new 72-degree, 1,200cc liquid-cooled V4 engine that produces an impressive 206hp at 11,500rpm and 130Nm of torque at 9,000rpm, and features cylinder deactivation. The motorcycle boasts a cast aluminum monocoque frame, a single-sided swingarm, Brembo Hypure calipers, and semi-active Ohlins suspension controlled by a Marzocchi system. The Manx R is expected to be manufactured in India at TVS' Hosur facility, further strengthening the connection between the two companies and potentially making high-performance Norton motorcycles more accessible to Indian enthusiasts.
