James Lansdowne Norton
James Lansdowne Norton | |
|---|---|
James Lansdowne Norton | |
| Born | 1869 Birmingham, England |
| Died | 21 April 1925 (aged 55–56) Birmingham, England |
| Resting place | Lodge Hill Cemetery |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Motorcycle designer Manufacturer |
| Years active | 1898–1925 |
| Known for | Norton motorcycles |
| Spouse |
Sarah Norton (nee Saxelby 1872 - 1956)
(date missing) |
| Children | Ethel Grace James Lansdowne Henry Spencer Raymond |
James Lansdowne Norton (1869 – 21 April 1925) was an English motorcycle designer and inventor. He was the founder of Norton Motorcycles, a pioneering British manufacturer.