Norton, the British motorcycle brand, is making a comeback into the market under the umbrella of TVS Motor Company. As part of the plan, the brand had unveiled its flagship products, the Manx and Manx R. Alongside, the brand had unveiled the Atlas range of middle-weight adventure tourer motorcycles. Since then, speculations began about the adventure motorcycle launch in India. Now, the motorcycle has been spied testing on Indian soil.
Based on the images, the Norton Atlas seems to have a significant road presence with a good size for the adventure touring motorcycle that commands attention on the road. It features a unique design where the fuel tank seamlessly integrates with the semi-fairing. The rider's triangle seems to be upright, offering a relaxed seating position and the handlebars are set accordingly.
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A tall windscreen is present, along with knuckle guards for added protection. The motorcycle boasts a keyless ignition system with a smart key and a push-button start, giving it a contemporary feel. Even more advanced is its 8-inch TFT touchscreen display that supports smartphone integration and has a USB Type-C port.
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Additional features include LED projector headlights along with LED cornering and puddle lights. Both the Norton Atlas and Atlas GT are equipped with 19-inch front wheels and 17-inch rear wheels. The test units spotted in India were both Atlas GT models, as they were fitted with alloy wheels and road-oriented tires. Braking is managed by a twin disc setup at the front and a single disc setup at the rear, utilizing radially mounted brakes.
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The Norton Atlas will be powered by a 585cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine featuring a 270-degree crank configuration. This engine will be mated to a six-speed transmission and is expected to generate around 70 bhp of power. However, the specific details are yet to be confirmed by the manufacturer.
Based on previous reports, the Atlas motorcycles will likely be launched in the Indian market in mid-2026. It will likely have three different trim levels and will be positioned against models like the Kawasaki Versys 650 and the Triumph Tiger 660.