Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Sale at MCN London Motorcycle Show 2025 on Sunday the 16th of February, Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1XL.
One of the most famous racing motorcycles of all time and named after the Manx Grand Prix
Launched initially in 1939 as an 'over the counter' race bike in either 350cc or 500cc spec and in production until the end of 1962
Developed continuously throughout its lifetime with the additions of double overhead-camshaft engines and 'featherbed' frames
c. 1947 Norton 350 Manx ridden by Dennis Langton at the Manx Grand Prix between 1948 and 1953
Best overall finish was 30th in 1953 at an average speed of 76. 27mph
Laid up for years then discovered and sympathetically restored in 2003
Ridden at the Classic Parade at the Isle of Man TT in 2004
Long stroke model. Mostly original with great patina
Dennis was reunited with the machine in 2003
Complete with pictured spares, paddock stand, history file with numerous period photographs, race reports, 1953 Manx Grand Prix programme, 1949 finishers medal and Dennis Langton's race licence
May require some recommissioning before use
