Beschreibung:

Introduced in 1933, the single-cylinder Model 50 was Norton's first production overhead-valve machine in the 350 class, the 50 and its twin-port brother - the 55 - being junior versions of the 490cc Models 18 and 20 respectively. The new 350s were fitted with the four-speed Sturmey Archer gearbox that was adopted for all ohv Nortons that year. A hand gearchange was standard, with foot change an optional extra. The Sturmey Archer 'box though, was destined for a relatively short life, being replaced by Norton's own four-speed foot-change unit for 1935. Norton's sporting 350 single was built in several versions and continuously developed during a production run lasting until 1963. This Model 55 comes with Norton Owners Club dating letter confirming matching frame/engine numbers and stating that it was delivered new via dealer Bradbury to a Mr Healey in Sheffield. Fitted 'extras' consisted of a dynamo, speedometer and horn. Restored in 1996, 'DWB 836' won the 'Best Single' award at the 2007 Norton International Rally held on the Isle of Man during Manx Grand Prix week, the trophy being presented by ex-World Champion Geoff Duke. We are advised that the engine had been 'de-coked' and that new valves, guides, exhaust pipes and silencers were fitted that same year. Described by the private vendor as in 'A1' condition, this award-winning Norton is offered with current road fund licence, MoT to July 2012 and Swansea V5C.