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Wat een ongelofelijk mooie fiets 
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The Norton P92
The history of motorcycles is littered with fascinating prototypes that never quite made it to production. One such example is the Norton P92, a single-cylinder motorcycle developed by Norton Villiers Triumph (NVT) in the mid-1970s.
"Parts Bin Special" with Potential
The P92 was born out of a challenging time for the British motorcycle industry. Faced with stiff competition from Japan, NVT sought to create a cost-effective motorcycle using readily available components. The result was a unique blend:
Engine: A slightly modified BSA 500cc single-cylinder engine.
Frame: The frame from the abortive 1971 Triumph Bandit and BSA Fury.
Suspension: Conventional telescopic forks at the front and swinging arm with twin shock absorbers at the rear.
Innovation: The P92's most distinctive feature was its use of Norton's Isolastic engine mounts, which helped to reduce vibration and improve ride comfort.
A Glimpse into a Different Future
While only three prototypes were ever built, the P92 received positive reviews for its smooth handling, comfortable ride, and peppy performance. Motorcycle legend Sammy Miller, who rode one of the prototypes, called it "one of the very best British motorcycles never made." He believed it could have been a commercial success, particularly in markets where smaller-capacity motorcycles were popular.
Reasons for its Demise
Internal struggles: NVT was plagued by internal conflicts and financial difficulties, which hampered its ability to develop new models.
Shifting market preferences: By the mid-1970s, larger-capacity motorcycles were becoming increasingly popular, making the P92's smaller engine less appealing to some buyers.
Lack of investment: NVT may not have invested the necessary resources to refine the P92 and bring it to production.
A Legacy of "What Could Have Been"
The Norton P92 serves as a reminder of the potential and ingenuity that existed within the British motorcycle industry. While it never achieved mass production, it offers a glimpse into an alternate timeline where British motorcycles might have taken a different path. Today, the P92 remains a fascinating footnote in motorcycle history, a testament to the creativity and innovation that can sometimes go unrealized.
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The Norton P92
The history of motorcycles is littered with fascinating prototypes that never quite made it to production. One such example is the Norton P92, a single-cylinder motorcycle developed by Norton Villiers Triumph (NVT) in the mid-1970s.
"Parts Bin Special" with Potential
The P92 was born out of a challenging time for the British motorcycle industry. Faced with stiff competition from Japan, NVT sought to create a cost-effective motorcycle using readily available components. The result was a unique blend:
Engine: A slightly modified BSA 500cc single-cylinder engine.
Frame: The frame from the abortive 1971 Triumph Bandit and BSA Fury.
Suspension: Conventional telescopic forks at the front and swinging arm with twin shock absorbers at the rear.
Innovation: The P92's most distinctive feature was its use of Norton's Isolastic engine mounts, which helped to reduce vibration and improve ride comfort.
A Glimpse into a Different Future
While only three prototypes were ever built, the P92 received positive reviews for its smooth handling, comfortable ride, and peppy performance. Motorcycle legend Sammy Miller, who rode one of the prototypes, called it "one of the very best British motorcycles never made." He believed it could have been a commercial success, particularly in markets where smaller-capacity motorcycles were popular.
Reasons for its Demise
Internal struggles: NVT was plagued by internal conflicts and financial difficulties, which hampered its ability to develop new models.
Shifting market preferences: By the mid-1970s, larger-capacity motorcycles were becoming increasingly popular, making the P92's smaller engine less appealing to some buyers.
Lack of investment: NVT may not have invested the necessary resources to refine the P92 and bring it to production.
A Legacy of "What Could Have Been"
The Norton P92 serves as a reminder of the potential and ingenuity that existed within the British motorcycle industry. While it never achieved mass production, it offers a glimpse into an alternate timeline where British motorcycles might have taken a different path. Today, the P92 remains a fascinating footnote in motorcycle history, a testament to the creativity and innovation that can sometimes go unrealized.
Laat Kapelaan Odekerke toch lekker voor zijn eigen parochie proberen te preken, waarde Han.
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Tjah, ik wil gelijk weer n DBD34. En die isolastics vond ik toch wel gedoe, hoor, zekermet die shims.
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Offerings to the God of Speed
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Offerings to the God of Speed
- 30 mrt 2008
- 34.983
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V Rossi 46
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1965 4 Cyl 200cc Fruin
Sebas84
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Samengevat: Smaken verschillen...
Oh, sorry. Ik vond "smaken verschillen" wat vriendelijker klinken dan de uitgebreide versie van een half A4-tje uitleg over waarom ik blij ben dat dat ding zeldzaam is icm de verwachting dat 'ie dat ook zal blijven, Besloten door een welgemeend, doch wellicht ietwat tactloos oordeel over de esthetische kwaliteiten van dat ding. Ik bedoel maar... iemand zou zich kunnen storen aan mijn mening over dit hok.Niks samengevat ,een CCM
