Norton Twins: The Postwar 500, 600, 650, 750, 850 and Lightweight Twins

£27.50

Norton Twins: The Postwar 500, 600, 650, 750, 850 and Lightweight Twins

Name: Norton Twins: The Postwar 500, 600, 650, 750, 850 and Lightweight Twins
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Norton Twins: The Postwar 500, 600, 650, 750, 850 and Lightweight Twins, Roy Bacon — 1st Edition

Publication: London, Osprey Publishing Limited, 1981

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 191.

Condition Report: Very Good. The binding remains tight, square, and structurally sound, with no rolling or lean to the spine. The unclipped dust jacket is well-preserved, displaying only faint rubbing and minimal shelf wear along the extremities, free from any notable tearing or loss. Internally, the text block is highly commendable; the pages are bright, crisp, and entirely free of foxing, thumbing, or distracting blemishes, presenting an exceptionally clean reading copy.

Catalogue Note: This first edition forms part of the respected Osprey Collector’s Library, providing an authoritative and profusely illustrated overview of Norton's postwar twins.

Issued in 1981, this volume features a foreword by John Hudson and is supplemented by comprehensive technical data and historical photographs.

Copies in this condition, retaining a bright and intact dust jacket, are increasingly appreciated by classic motorcycle enthusiasts, though the edition remains relatively accessible on the current open market.

A definitive and meticulously researched history, Roy Bacon’s Norton Twins explores the development and legacy of the iconic postwar motorcycles that defined an era of British engineering. Covering the complete lineage from the Model 7, 88, and 99 to the legendary Atlas and Commando, this volume is an essential reference for restorers, owners, and classic transport historians. With detailed specifications and a wealth of period photographs, it stands as a celebrated tribute to Norton’s lasting influence on motorcycling.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Roy Bacon

Book Publisher: Osprey Publishing Limited

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Transport

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 191

Book Publication Year: 1981

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: Osprey Collector's Library

Country/region of manufacture: Over Wallop, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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