The Usual Suspects

Dave Youngblood

Founder, Historian

Dave bought his first Norton, a 1972 Combat, from Sunset Motors (of Hogslayer fame) in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He's owned many other Nortons over the years, including a CNW Fastback. Dave has been involved with the INOA for years, serving at one time as the Historian. He's ridden to many rallies, including an epic group ride to the 1983 National in Flagstaff, AZ.

📍 Roanoke, Virginia, US

Mark Finkler

President

Mark got the motorcycle bug while in college, learning to ride on his roommate's Kawasaki 500 H2 two-stroke. After owning various Japanese bikes, Dave Youngblood turned him onto Nortons. Mark's limited mechanical skills increased exponentially after getting his 750 Commando! He's met many cool people while attending Norton events such as Rolling Thunder, Turn 6, Nortona, and INOA National Rallies.

📍 Roanoke, Virginia, US

Todd Blevins

MEMBER

Todd was the second member to join our Chapter. He brings a wealth of motorcycle knowledge (and humor) to our group.

📍 Virginia, US

Ken Dill

VICE-PRESIDENT

Ken and his brother, Ralph, have been Norton enthusiasts for years. They have attended numerous Norton rallies, including the 2017 INOA National in Virginia and British in the Blue Ridge.

📍 Roanoke, Virginia, US

Tom Hudson

PARLIAMENTARIAN

Tom has graciously agreed to serve as the Keeper of Robert's Rules of Order. Since our club has no regular meetings and no rules, his salary is quite minimal, with no fringe benefits. Tom started out with a 250cc Moto Parilla which he sold in 1965 in order to purchase a car (1957 444 Volvo) for college at VPI. There, he picked up a Ducati 250 Scrambler. A fellow student let Tom ride his brand new Norton N15, the first big bike Tom rode solo. He currently has a Combat Roadster, an 850 Mk III Roadster and a 78 900SS Ducati.

📍 Rustburg, Virginia, US

Peter Youngblood

Raconteur

Peter could have helped Hank Snow write his immortal song, "I've Been Everywhere." He's been a long-distance motorcycle rider for many years, an Iron Butt man many times over. Peter has lost track of the number of different motorcycles he's owned, including a Norton Commando. He's accumulated so many tales (most of which are true) that we have chosen him to be our official Raconteur.

📍 Portsmouth, Virginia, US

Patrick May

Webmaster, Chief I.T. Nerd

I've fallen off my bicycle twice and broken both of my collarbones are a result; I don't need an engine.

🏍️ Surly Straggler (Gravel bike)

📍 Brooklyn, New York, US

Ronnie Love

MEMBER

If it has pistons and a crankshaft, Ronnie likes it! As a master mechanic and antique car restorer, he thought he owned every type of tool. Upon purchasing an 850 Commando, he discovered the need for a new set of tools - Whitworth wrenches! Ronnie has been to 3 INOA Nationals: 2011 Norton Empire Rally in NY, 2013 Save a Horse Rally in WY, and the 2017 Norton Thunder Rally in VA.

📍 Roanoke, Virginia, US

Rob Loveless

Member

Rob bought a new Commando in 1971 while stationed in Germany with the Army. He and his late wife, Barbara, road 2-up in Germany, and all over the eastern U.S. after they returned to the States. He and his riding buddy, Ed Todd, have ridden to countless Norton rallies, including riding cross country to the 2016 INOA Rally in California.

📍 Roanoke, Virginia, US

Gary Templeton

REPRESENTATIVE IN HEAVEN

Gary was a Norton owner and amateur road racer since the late 60's. He was an early member of our RVNO and an even longer member of NCNO. His blue Interstate, which he had owned for over 50 years, won the Statesman Class at the 2015 Carolina Rally in Asheville. A true gentleman, Gary departed our world in February, 2026. He left behind many friends in the Norton community.

📍 Lynchburg, Virginia, US

Ed Todd

Member

Ed has been riding Triumphs since 1968 and is a member of the Virginia British Motorcycle Club. He's helped his best friend, Rob Loveless, wrench on Rob's 71' Commando so he knows a thing or two about Nortons. He and Rob rode to the 1st NCNO Rolling Thunder Rally in 1983

📍 Richmond, Virginia, US

Art Bone

REPRESENTATIVE IN MEXICO

Art has been very active in the Norton community for longer than most of us. He has served as President of the INOA and is the current Norton News Editor. He organized the Moto Classico de San Miguel de Allende chapter in which he serves as President for Life and the Minister of Truth. One of the good guys.

📍 San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico

Steve Krupp

Member

Steve sold Mark his first motorcycle, a 74' Kawasaki 900 Z1, in 1976. They road thousands of miles every year, once the snow melted in Ohio. Steve and Mark started attending Norton rallies in the late 1990's, tagging along with Dave Youngblood. Maggie & Barney welcomed them to Daytona Bike Week every year for many years. Steve, Mark and Peter Youngblood road cross country to the 2016 INOA Rally in Quincy, California. This was one of many long trips together.

📍 Buckeye Lake, Ohio, US

Jim Krupp

Member

Jim has been riding motorcycles since high school. Jim, his brother Steve & Mark were roommates in the 70's. Mark is damned lucky to be alive, trying to keep up with Jim and Steve back then. Jim had a good time riding with Mark to the 2025 INOA Rally in Quincy, CA.

📍 Columbus, Ohio, US

John Krupp

MEMBER

John is the youngest of the Krupp brothers. You'll see him at many Norton events including Daytona Bike Week and Barber Motorsports Vintage Festivals. Jodi, his wife, frequently joins him.

📍 Columbus, Ohio, US

Jeff Dillon

MEMBER

Jeff has owned and wrenched on many brands of motorcycles over the years, from a Ducati Paso to a modern Indian Chief. He's owned 2 Nortons, including a Dunstall with a nice 2-into-1 header which he put together. Jeff was the Sales Manager for a large dealership in Roanoke for many years. He sold Mark his 2010 Kawasaki H2 supercharged bike.

📍 Roanoke, Virginia, US

Maggie Elmore & Barney Goodson

FLORIDA REPRESENTATIVES

Maggie and Barney are the reason we have so many fond memories of Norton events. Maggie coordinated the original Turn 6 at Daytona, and now the new Turn 6 (along with Norton Hill) at Barber Vintage Days. She arranges camping sites for us during Daytona Bike Week. She helps GANOA host the annual Nortona event in Flagler Beach, FL. Maggie tells Barney what work needs to be done, and he makes it happen.

📍 Jacksonville, Florida, US

Ralph Dill

MEMBER

Ralph is Ken's brother. He enjoyed and ridden Nortons for many years.

📍 Kilmarnock, Virginia, US

Matt Rambow

COLORADO REPRESENTATIVE

Matt is the owner and chief mechanic at Colorado Norton Works. His attention to mechanical and cosmetic detail makes each of his CNW bikes a prized possession. He has done rebuilds on many Norton owners' bikes to keep them running sound.

📍 Dolores, Colorado, US

Murray McLean

NEW ZEALAND REPRESENTATIVE

President of the New Zealand Norton Owners who occasionally makes the long journey to attend INOA National Rallies in the U.S.

📍 Onekaka, Takaka, New Zealand

Kevin Martin

MEMBER

Kevin is a long-time rider of many makes and models, including Nortons, BMWs, and Japanese bikes. He enjoys studying the mechanicals of the various bikes.

📍 Bedford, Virginia, US

David Finkler

MEMBER

David is Mark's son who has watched his dad bring home Norton coffee mugs once or twice a year for many years! David rode a Yamaha FJ 1200 while Mark rode his 73' Commando to the 2008 Endless Mountain Rally in Wellsboro, PA. They also rode Yamaha FJR1300's to Alaska in 2009.

📍 Nashville, Tennessee, US

Nathan & Laura Kimble

MEMBERS

Nathan is well known in the Norton world. He has ridden his Nortons (including his 64' Atlas) to many rallies around the country. He became President of the INOA in 2026. Nathan is a certified airplane mechanic, inspector and flight instructor. He has a collection of NOS Norton parts which he sells at Barber Vintage Days. Laura is always a delight to join us at various Norton events around the country. She's been known to serve as the DD on more than one occasion!

📍 Lawrenceville, Georgia, US

Keith Lindsey

MEMBER

Keith has ridden motorcycles forever. He has enjoyed restoring a Commando and an Atlas, both of which are show-worthy. He has the mechanical aptitude to fix just about anything - a nice trait if you own a Norton! Keith, his wife Marcia, and his Jack Russel Terrier "Ollie" have camped with us at Daytona many times.

📍 Rockmart, Georgia, US

Rabun Culbreath

MEMBER

Rabun has had a Norton for years. He's ridden to many Norton events (including to California and New Hampshire), usually on a Japanese bike. Whether tent camping or motelling, he's ready to go.

📍 Lawrenceville, Georgia, US

Walt Steele

MEMBER

Walt is a long-time motorcyclist who decided to jump into Nortons more recently. His mechanical skills & knowledge have been more fully developed after deciding to ride his Commando to the 2025 INOA Rally in Quincy, California. Ask him!

📍 Chattanooga, Tennessee, US

Keith Bennett

MEMBER

Originally from England, Keith is a genuine Norton man. He's tough as nails, too, riding his 73' Commando to many Norton rallies around the country, frequently experiencing various mechanical maladies along the way! A good mechanic in his own right, he manages to soldier on! He's been known to pack a wee bit of Scotch along with his camping gear.

📍 Lawrenceville, Georgia, US

Ian Reddy

MEMBER

Ian is our sole California member and a Norton man for many years. He's been active in organizing INOA National rallies, including the 2025 California rally and the 2013 Wyoming rally. He rode a bike from California to the 2025 Barber Vintage Festival where he camped with us at Norton Hill. Ian has passed on his passion for Nortons to his daughter, Erin.

📍 California, US

Tom Hill

MEMBER

Tom has been in the Norton & Vincent world for many years. He has ridden to many rallies around the country, including the epic journey to the Arizona rally in 1983 with Youngblood, Kimble and Bennett. He enjoys the challenges of keeping a Commando on the road. Tom's son, Peter, is also a proud Norton owner.

📍 Georgia, US

Dave Miller

MEMBER

Dave is a motorcycle man who likes to ride hard, camp hard, and party hard. He has many interesting and amusing stories of his two-wheel adventures and misadventures. He may show up at a Norton event on a Norton, or a big BMW, or a gold Gold Wing. Through his outgoing personality and gift of gab, Dave makes friends with whomever he meets.

📍 Marlinton, West Virginia, US

Stan Keyes

MEMBER

Stan has been a professional motorcycle mechanic his entire working life. He knows Nortons inside and out. His passion is racing his Psycho Cycle Nortons in AHRMA, where he frequently is leading the pack. Stan's wife, Dee, is frequently with him at Norton event.

📍 Jacksonville, Florida, US

Dave Brock

MEMBER

Dave has been a motorcycle enthusiast his whole life. He's owned various Nortons, as well as other brands. He has many hobbies, including flagging at various AMA-sanctioned races. Dave has an endless supply of jokes and stories.

📍 Rockmart, Georgia, US

Paul Reifsnyder

MEMBER

Paul has been in the Norton crowd for years. You'll see him and his homemade camper at Daytona, British in the Blue Ridge, Barber Motorsports, and some National rallies. Paul likes to build and modify Nortons. He is a wealth of knowledge and an all-around good guy, ready to lend a helping hand.

📍 Georgia, US