Tag: Isle of Man

Why the TT’s Sidecar Overhaul Matters for 2027 Racing

Sidecar racing will return to the Isle of Man TT in 2027 after organizers suspended the entire class following terrifying crashes during qualifying at this year’s event.

The TT confirmed a three-year commitment to the category through 2029, but only with a complete overhaul of the technical regulations that have governed the sport for decades.

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The Norton 650 Superlight Mission is the Lightweight TT

A twin tube chassis and tons of carbon fiber make the 650 Superlight, well, super light.

Norton isn’t joking around with its new offerings. It showed off the 650 Atlas in two trim levels, and it also has an all-new 650 Superlight, that should be a screaming-fast bike.

Norton designed it to compete at the highest level in the Lightweight TT at the Isle of Man.

It’s like a baby V4, which is what someĀ are calling it.

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