India, Jan. 27 -- Norton Motorcycles has begun real-world testing of the Atlas GT in India, marking a key milestone in the British brand's revival plans under TVS Motor. The road-biased adventure tourer was spotted near TVS' manufacturing facility, strongly indicating that India will play a crucial role in the development and production of Norton's upcoming mid-capacity motorcycles.

The test mule appears to be very close to its final production form. The Atlas GT retains the upright proportions and commanding stance of the Atlas range but is clearly tuned for road-focused touring. Key visual cues include 17-inch alloy wheels at both ends, a tall windscreen, a sculpted fuel tank, and a semi-faired front design that gives it a distinct cro...