# Norton Motorcycles 450cc roadster development

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/norton-motorcycles-450cc-roadster-development
> Updated: 2026-11-02T16:01:31.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Norton Motorcycles, owned by TVS Motor Company, is developing a new 450cc single-cylinder roadster built on a new platform known as the ‘H-series’. The motorcycle is designed to meet European A2 license requirements, featuring a liquid-cooled engine with an estimated 40 to 45 hp and 40 to 45 Nm of torque.

The model will feature an aluminium frame, a 17-inch wheel setup, and an 8-inch TFT touchscreen display. Manufacturing is slated for the TVS plant in Hosur, India. The motorcycle is expected to debut at the EICMA 2026 exhibition in Milan, with global deliveries and availability projected to begin in 2027.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-02: Norton Motorcycles announces new 450cc urban motorcycle

Norton Motorcycles has revealed a new 450cc urban motorcycle featuring a 454cc engine and digital connectivity, slated for a 2027 launch as part of its brand resurgence under TVS Motor Company.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norton-motorcycles-announces-new-450cc-urban-motorcycle

### 2026-10-19: Norton Motorcycles to debut new 450 cc roadster at EICMA 2026

Norton Motorcycles plans to debut a new 450 cc single-cylinder roadster at EICMA 2026, targeting the A2 license market with a new H-series platform manufactured in India.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norton-motorcycles-to-debut-new-450-cc-roadster-at-eicma-2026

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