This Norton Manx 40M is a genuine and authentic 348cc production racing machine.
The frame is stamped and has been dated from the factory records as May 1956, and was originally supplied to Harold Towner for rider Tommy Robb.
The engine is stamped and has been dated as May 1955, and was supplied to Demont of Geneva for rider Maurice Quincey.
The engine has been stripped, checked and rebuilt by Andy Savage - one of the worlds leading Manx Norton specialists. A summary of work undertaken is available.
The gearbox is a 4 speed AMC close ratio - no G50 1793.
The petrol tank is a baffled sprint tank.
Wheels - Front 18" Borrani
Rear 18" Dunlop
Brakes - Front / Manx twin leading shoe
Rear / Manx single leading shoe
Magneto- Lucas 2MTT Competition
Carburettor - 1 3/ 8 GP2 Carb with matchbox float
Rev Counter - Original Smiths Mechanical
The bike was rebuilt by a well known classic racer and engineer and was in his own private collection since the restoration and purchased from his estate.
Starts and runs well. (Video available)
The Manx Norton is one of the most iconic and beautiful race bikes ever produced. The glory years for Norton post war were arguably those of the "Featherbed" framed models , the 500 '30M' and the 350 '40M' sharing the same dedicated team at Bracebridge Street.
This "Manx 40M" represents a great opportunity to acquire a machine in original as raced
condition at a lot less than the price of a modern recreation.
