Norton 500 Model 18 SPECIFICATIONS, PRICE & IMAGES
Motorcycle: Norton 500 Model 18 Manufacturer:Norton Motors
Ltd., Aston,
Birmingham Type: Racing Year:1924
Engine: single-cylinder 500 c.c. o.h.c; drive to camshaft
Cooling: Air
Transmission: chain via three-speed Sturmey-Archer gearbox.
Maximum speed: Over 90 m.p.h.
Chassis: Single cradle, tubular, open below. Front, elastic suspension
Brakes: Front, side drum; rear, pulley wedge (later side drum)
Ignition: magneto.
Frame: full cradle with single down-tube and twin bottom rails to rear spindle;
extra stays from rear spindle to seat pillar tube over gearbox.
Forks: Webb T.T. type, with central compression spring and integral adjustable
friction dampers.
