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Top British Motorcycle Racers

by Dawood Ahmad 24 Jun 2025 0 Comments

British motorcycling culture is diverse and rich. The UK has been established as a motorcycling powerhouse because of the unwavering passion and commitment of these motorcyclists. 

Here is a small collection of the leading British motorcyclists. 

Top British Motorcyclists So Far 

  1. John McGuinness

  • Years Active: 1990 - present (as of late 2024)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 23 Isle of Man TT wins

    • 1999 British 250cc Champion

    • 6-time winner at the North West 200

    • 2-time winner at the Ulster Grand Prix

    • 2001 Macau Grand Prix winner

John McGuinness, known as the "Morecambe Missile," is a highly celebrated English motorcycle road racer. He is most famous for his achievements at the Isle of Man TT races, where he has secured 23 victories.
McGuinness has won TT races across various categories, showcasing his versatility and skill. His career has spanned over three decades, making him a legendary figure in the world of road racing.

  1. Shane Byrne

  • Years Active: 1996 - 2018 (competitively, though he has expressed interest in returning)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Six-time British Superbike Champion (2003, 2008, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017) - the only rider to achieve this.

    • 2001 British Superbike Privateers Cup Champion.

    • Two wins in the Superbike World Championship as a wildcard at Brands Hatch in 2003.

    • Competed in MotoGP in 2004 and 2005.

Shane "Shakey" Byrne is widely regarded as the most successful rider in the history of the British Superbike Championship. He achieved an unprecedented six championship titles and holds the record for the most race wins in the series.
Byrne also experienced racing at the highest international levels, including the Superbike World Championship and MotoGP. A serious injury sustained in a testing crash in 2018 largely ended his competitive career, though he remains a prominent figure in the sport.

  1. Cal Crutchlow

  • Years Active: 2004 - 2023 (with periods as a test rider and wildcard entries after his full-time retirement in 2020)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 2006 British Supersport Champion.

    • 2009 World Supersport Champion.

    • Three MotoGP race wins (Czech Republic 2016, Australia 2016, Argentina 2018).

    • Multiple podium finishes in the MotoGP World Championship.

Cal Crutchlow is a prominent English motorcycle racer known for his aggressive riding style. He won championships in British Supersport and World Supersport before a successful career in MotoGP.
Crutchlow achieved the first MotoGP victory for a British rider since 1981 at the Czech Grand Prix in 2016. After retiring from full-time racing, he continued as a test rider for Yamaha and made occasional wildcard appearances.

  1. Scott Redding

  • Years Active: 2008 - present (as of late 2024/early 2025)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 2019 British Superbike Champion.

    • Youngest ever winner of a Grand Prix race (125cc British Grand Prix 2008).

    • Moto2 World Championship Runner-up (2013).

    • Multiple wins and podiums in the Superbike World Championship.

Scott Redding made history as the youngest ever Grand Prix winner at the age of 15. He was a strong contender in the Moto2 World Championship, finishing as runner-up in 2013.
Redding transitioned to MotoGP and later found success by winning the British Superbike Championship in his debut year. He has also achieved multiple wins and podiums in the highly competitive Superbike World Championship.

  1. Eugene Laverty

  • Years Active: 2001 - 2022 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 12 wins in the World Supersport Championship (Runner-up in 2009 and 2010).

    • 13 wins in the Superbike World Championship (Runner-up in 2013).

    • One win in the Superbike World Championship riding a Suzuki (2014).

    • Competed in the MotoGP World Championship for two seasons.

Eugene Laverty is a Northern Irish motorcycle racer with a successful career in various international championships. He achieved multiple victories and runner-up positions in the highly competitive World Supersport series.
Laverty was also a consistent front-runner in the Superbike World Championship, securing numerous wins and finishing as the championship runner-up in 2013. 

He later transitioned to the MotoGP World Championship before returning to World Superbikes and ultimately retiring from racing in 2022 to take on a team management role.

  1. Leon Haslam

  • Years Active: 1997 - present (as of late 2024/early 2025)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 2018 British Superbike Champion.

    • Five wins in the Superbike World Championship.

    • Multiple wins in the British Superbike Championship, with a career total of 46 wins.

    • Youngest British rider to compete in a Grand Prix at the time (125cc British Grand Prix 1998).

Leon Haslam, son of former racer Ron Haslam, has had a long and successful career in motorcycle racing.

He has competed at Grand Prix level, in the Superbike World Championship, and extensively in the British Superbike Championship.

Haslam finally secured the British Superbike Championship title in 2018 after multiple strong seasons. He continues to race and recently achieved his first British Superbike win since 2018 in May 2025.

  1. Danny Kent

  • Years Active: 2008 - present (as of late 2024/early 2025)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 2015 Moto3 World Championship.

    • Two wins in the Moto3 World Championship in 2012 (Japan and Valencia).

    • Four additional wins in the Moto3 World Championship in 2015 (Circuit of the Americas, Argentina, Jerez, Catalunya, Sachsenring, Silverstone).
      Runner-up in the 2010 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup.

Danny Kent is best known for becoming Great Britain's first Grand Prix solo motorcycle world champion since Barry Sheene in 1977 by winning the 2015 Moto3 title.

He showed early promise by finishing as runner-up in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup in 2010.

Kent achieved multiple race wins in the Moto3 World Championship, culminating in his championship victory.

He has also competed in Moto2 and the British Superbike Championship, securing a debut BSB win in the final round of 2024.

  1. Ryan Farquhar

  • Years Active: 1995 - 2016 (competitively, with a brief return in 2014 after a previous retirement in 2012)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Three Isle of Man TT wins (2004 Production 600, 2005 Supersport B, 2012 Lightweight).

    • Five wins at the North West 200.

    • Nine wins at the Ulster Grand Prix.

    • Holds the record for the most Irish National road race wins with over 200 victories.

Ryan Farquhar is considered one of the most successful pure road racers from Northern Ireland.

He achieved multiple victories in prestigious international road races like the Isle of Man TT, North West 200, and Ulster Grand Prix.

Farquhar holds the distinction of having the most Irish National road race wins, surpassing the legendary Joey Dunlop's record.

After a serious racing accident in 2016, he retired from competition but continues his involvement in the sport through his successful KMR Kawasaki team.

  1. Guy Martin

  • Years Active: 2003 - 2017 (primarily focused on road racing during this period, with occasional classic racing appearances afterward)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 11 Ulster Grand Prix wins.

    • 8 Scarborough Gold Cups.

    • 3 Southern 100 Solo Championships (2013, 2014, 2015).

    • Multiple podium finishes at the Isle of Man TT, though a win eluded him.

Guy Martin was a charismatic and popular British motorcycle road racer known for his speed and engineering prowess.

Despite never winning an Isle of Man TT, he achieved numerous podiums and set fast lap records on the Mountain Course.

He enjoyed significant success at other major road racing events, particularly the Ulster Grand Prix and the Southern 100.

Alongside his racing career, Martin gained fame as a television presenter and mechanic, showcasing his passion for engineering and speed.

  1. Michael Rutter

  • Years Active: 1993 - present (as of late 2024/early 2025)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Seven-time Isle of Man TT winner (1998 Junior, 2011-2013 & 2018-2019 TT Zero, 2017 Lightweight).

    • Nine-time Macau Grand Prix winner (1998, 2000 x2, 2003-2005, 2011, 2012, 2019).

    • 14 wins at the North West 200.

    • Has achieved 29 wins in the British Superbike Championship.

Michael Rutter comes from a racing dynasty, being the son of the legendary Tony Rutter. He has an impressive record in road racing, particularly at the Isle of Man TT and the Macau Grand Prix.

Rutter has also had a long and successful career in British Superbikes, achieving numerous race wins. He is known for his versatility, having won races in various classes, including the innovative TT Zero category.

  1. Leon Camier

  • Years Active: 1997 - 2021 (competitively, later transitioned to team management)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 2009 British Superbike Champion.

    • 2005 British Supersport Champion.

    • 2001 British 125cc Road Racing Champion.

    • Has achieved multiple wins in the British Superbike Championship, totaling 22 victories.

Leon Camier secured British championships in the 125cc, Supersport, and Superbike categories, showcasing his talent in national racing.

He dominated the 2009 British Superbike Championship, winning a record-breaking 19 races in a single season.

Camier transitioned to the World Superbike Championship, achieving nine podium finishes throughout his career in the series.

After retiring from racing due to injuries, he took on the role of Team Manager for the HRC Honda team in the World Superbike Championship.

  1. Ian Lougher

  • Years Active: 1982 - 2013 (primarily focused on major international road races towards the end of his career, with a return to the Manx Grand Prix in 2024)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 10 Isle of Man TT wins.

    • 8 wins at the North West 200.

    • 18 wins at the Ulster Grand Prix.

    • 32 wins at the Southern 100, making him the most successful rider in the event's history.

Ian Lougher is a highly respected Welsh road racer with a career spanning over three decades.

He achieved significant success at all major international road racing events, including multiple wins at the TT, North West 200, and Ulster Grand Prix.

Lougher holds the record for the most wins at the Southern 100 races.

After retiring from the TT in 2013, he continued to be involved in racing as a team manager and made a return to racing at the Manx Grand Prix in 2024, winning the Lightweight race.

  1. John Reynolds

  • Years Active: 1987 - 2005 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Three-time British Superbike Champion (1992, 2001, 2004).

    • Won the ACU Star 350cc British Championship in 1988.

    • Won the British Supercup 750 Championship in 1992.

    • Achieved 37 career wins in the British Superbike Championship.

John Reynolds is considered one of the all-time greats in the British Superbike Championship, having secured three titles.

He achieved significant success domestically before also competing in the 500cc World Championship and the World Superbike Championship.

Reynolds holds the third-highest number of career wins in the British Superbike Championship.

His career was brought to an end by serious injuries sustained in a crash at the final round of the 2005 season.

  1. James Whitham

  • Years Active: 1985 - 2002 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1991 MCN TT Superbike Challenge.

    • 1993 British Superbike Championship Supercup.

    • 1993 ACU TT Superbike British Championship.

    • Won a race in the 1994 Superbike World Championship at Sentul.

James Whitham was a popular and determined British motorcycle racer who competed in various national and international championships.

He overcame Hodgkin's Disease during his racing career, returning to achieve further success.

James Whitham secured two British Superbike Championship titles in 1991 and 1993. After retiring from racing due to a glaucoma diagnosis, he became a well-known television commentator for motorcycle racing.

  1. Ian Simpson

  • Years Active: 1986 - 2001 (competitively, with occasional classic racing appearances later)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1994 British Superbike Champion (on a Norton).

    • 1991 and 1994 British Supersport Champion.

    • 1993 British 400cc National Champion.

    • Three Isle of Man TT wins (1997 Junior TT, 1998 Formula One TT, 1998 Senior TT).

Ian Simpson, nicknamed the "Dalbeattie Destroyer," is a former Scottish motorcycle road racer.

He achieved the unique feat of winning both the British Superbike and British Supersport championships in the same year (1994).

Simpson secured three victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races during his career. Multiple serious leg injuries ultimately led to his early retirement from professional racing in 2001.

  1. Stuart Easton

  • Years Active: 2000 - 2016 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 2002 British Supersport Champion.

    • 2013 British Supersport Champion (his second title in the class).

    • Four-time Macau Grand Prix winner (2008-2010, 2014).

    • Multiple wins in the British Superbike Championship.

Stuart Easton is a Scottish motorcycle racer known for his success in both short circuit and road racing events.

He secured two British Supersport Championship titles, showcasing his talent in the 600cc class.

Easton achieved significant victories at the prestigious Macau Grand Prix on four occasions.

Throughout his career in the British Superbike Championship, he demonstrated consistent front-running pace and secured multiple race wins.

  1. Chris Walker

  • Years Active: 1994 - 2016 (competitively in British Superbikes and World Superbikes), later participated in World Endurance Championship.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 2006 Superbike World Championship Race 1 winner at Assen.

    • Four-time runner-up in the British Superbike Championship (1997, 1998, 1999, 2000).

    • 1995 British 250 Champion.

    • Multiple British Superbike race wins throughout his career.

Chris "The Stalker" Walker was a popular figure in British motorcycle racing, known for his determined riding style.

Despite never winning the British Superbike Championship, he consistently finished as a top contender.

He achieved a memorable victory in the Superbike World Championship at Assen in 2006, coming from last place to win.

Walker also competed in MotoGP and later transitioned to the British Sidecar Championship before participating in the World Endurance Championship.

  1. Jeremy McWilliams

  • Years Active: 1993 - present (as of May 15, 2025, with continued participation in classic and Supertwin racing)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 2001 Dutch TT (500cc Grand Prix win) - the first British rider to win a solo Grand Prix since 1986.

    • Two-time winner of the Supertwins race at the North West 200 (2013, 2015).

    • 1992 British 250cc Championship runner-up.

    • Experienced podium finisher in the 250cc and 500cc/MotoGP World Championships.

Jeremy McWilliams is a highly respected and long-standing British motorcycle racer known for his versatility and longevity.

He achieved a significant milestone by winning the 500cc Dutch TT in 2001, ending a long drought for British solo Grand Prix victories.

McWilliams has demonstrated his talent across various classes, from 250cc and 500cc/MotoGP to Supertwins and classic bikes.

Even in his later career, he continues to compete and achieve success in events like the North West 200.

  1. Niall MacKenzie

  • Years Active: 1984 - 2000 (Grand Prix), 1996 - 1998 (British Superbikes), with occasional appearances afterward.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Three-time British Superbike Champion (1996, 1997, 1998).

    • Achieved seven podium finishes in the 500cc Grand Prix World Championship.

    • Won the British 250cc and 350cc Championships twice earlier in his career.

    • Secured 24 race wins during his three consecutive British Superbike Championship-winning seasons.

Niall MacKenzie was a highly successful Scottish motorcycle racer who excelled in both Grand Prix racing and British Superbikes.

He dominated the British Superbike Championship in the late 1990s, securing three consecutive titles.

Before his success in BSB, MacKenzie was a consistent front-runner in the 500cc Grand Prix World Championship, achieving multiple podiums.

He is the father of MotoGP racer Taylor MacKenzie and former British Superbike racer Tarran MacKenzie.

  1. Steve Plater

  • Years Active: 1994 - 2009 (competitively, later became a team manager and commentator)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 2009 British Supersport Champion.

    • Two Isle of Man TT wins (2008 Supersport, 2009 Senior).

    • Seven wins at the North West 200 (including a Superbike double in 2006 and a hat-trick in 2008).

    • Four wins in the British Superbike Championship.

Steve Plater was a talented English road racer and short circuit competitor who achieved success in various classes.

He is notable for his victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT and his multiple wins at the North West 200.

Plater won the British Supersport Championship in 2009, showcasing his skill on the shorter circuits.

A serious accident at the Isle of Man TT in 2010 brought his racing career to an end, after which he transitioned into team management and commentary.

  1. Karl Harris

  • Years Active: 1997 - 2014 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Three-time British Supersport Champion (2001, 2003, 2004).

    • 1999 European Superstock Champion.

    • Multiple podium finishes in the British Superbike Championship.

    • Competed in the World Supersport Championship.

Karl Harris was a gifted British motorcycle racer known for his natural talent and aggressive riding style.

He achieved significant success in the British Supersport Championship, securing three titles in a four-year span.

Harris also competed in the British Superbike Championship, consistently achieving podium finishes.

Tragically, he lost his life in an accident during the Isle of Man TT races in 2014.

  1. Darren Dixon

  • Years Active: 1981 - late 1990s (primarily), with a return to British Superbikes in the late 1990s after sidecar success.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1995 Sidecar World Champion (with Andy Hetherington).

    • 1996 Sidecar World Champion (with Andy Hetherington).

    • 1988 British Formula One Champion (the precursor to the British Superbike Championship).

    • 1985 250cc Marlboro Clubman's Champion.

Darren Dixon initially found success in sidecar racing, becoming a two-time World Champion.

Before his sidecar achievements, he won the British Formula One Championship on solo bikes in 1988.

Dixon also demonstrated his talent in solo racing by winning the 250cc Marlboro Clubman's Championship.

He concluded his competitive career in the British Superbike Championship after his successful stint in sidecars.

  1. Rob McElnea

  • Years Active: 1983 - 1993 (Grand Prix and World Superbikes), later managed a successful British Superbike team.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1990 British Superbike Champion.

    • Three Isle of Man TT wins (1983 Senior Classic TT, 1984 Classic TT, 1984 Senior TT).

    • Won the 1991 British 750cc/TT F1 Championship.

    • Achieved multiple top-ten finishes in the 500cc Grand Prix World Championship, with a best season placing of 5th in 1986.

Rob McElnea was a successful British motorcycle racer who competed at the highest levels of Grand Prix and World Superbike racing.

He achieved three victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races during his career.

McElnea secured the British Superbike Championship title in 1990.

After retiring from racing due to injury, he went on to manage a highly successful British Superbike team, Rob Mac Racing, which won multiple championships with riders like Niall MacKenzie.

  1. Roger Burnett

  • Years Active: 1983 - 1991 (primarily), with some classic racing appearances later.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1986 1300cc British Championship.

    • 1986 Senior TT.

    • Achieved three podium finishes in the Superbike World Championship.

    • Took the first ever pole position in the World Superbike Championship at Donington Park in 1988.

Roger Burnett began his racing career after initially working as a mechanic.

He achieved significant success in British national racing before competing in the 500cc World Championship and the World Superbike Championship.

Burnett secured a notable victory in the prestigious Senior TT race in 1986.

After his racing career, he became a mentor and manager for several successful riders, including Neil Hodgson and James Toseland.

  1. Terry Rymer

  • Years Active: 1987 - 1999 (motorcycle racing competitively), later transitioned to car and truck racing.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1990 British Superbike Champion.

    • 1992 FIM Endurance World Champion.

    • 1993 European Superbike Champion.

    • Multiple wins in major Endurance races, including the Bol d'Or (five times), 24 Hours of Le Mans (twice), and Spa 24 Hour (twice).

Terry Rymer was a successful British motorcycle racer who achieved titles in both short circuit and endurance racing.

He won the prestigious British Superbike Championship in 1990.

Rymer excelled in the FIM Endurance World Championship, securing the title in 1992 and winning numerous major endurance events.

He also achieved two wins in the Superbike World Championship during his career.

  1. David Jefferies

  • Years Active: 1993 - 2003 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Nine-time Isle of Man TT winner (including three consecutive trebles in 1999, 2000, and 2002).

    • Two-time British Superstock Champion (2000, 2002).

    • Four-time winner at the North West 200.

    • Held the absolute lap record for the Isle of Man TT course at the time of his death.

David Jefferies was a dominant force in road racing, particularly at the Isle of Man TT, where he was the first rider to lap at over 125, 126, and 127 mph.

He achieved an unprecedented three wins at the TT for three consecutive years, solidifying his legendary status.

Jefferies also demonstrated his talent on short circuits by winning the British Superstock Championship twice.

Tragically, his career was cut short when he died in a practice crash at the Isle of Man TT in 2003.

  1. Jim Moodie

  • Years Active: 1988 - 2000 (primarily)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1995 British Superbike Championship runner-up.

    • 1996 British Superbike Championship runner-up.

    • 1993 British Supersport Champion.

    • Eight Isle of Man TT wins (including victories in the Junior, Lightweight, and Senior classes).

Jim Moodie was a highly respected Scottish motorcycle racer successful in both short circuit and road racing events.

He achieved runner-up positions in the British Superbike Championship twice, demonstrating his competitiveness in the premier national series.

Moodie secured a British Supersport Championship title, showcasing his talent in the 600cc class.

He was a formidable competitor at the Isle of Man TT, achieving eight victories across various categories.

  1. Brian Morrison

  • Years Active: 1985 - 1995 (World Superbikes), with earlier and later participation in other classes.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1992 FIM Endurance World Champion.

    • Won the Isle of Man TT (Production C TT 1988).

    • Achieved multiple British Championships in various categories.

    • Won major Endurance races, including the Bol d'Or and Le Mans 24 Hour.

Brian Morrison was a versatile British rider who achieved success in short circuit racing, road racing, and endurance events.

He secured a World Championship title in Endurance racing, highlighting his skill and consistency in long-distance events.

Morrison demonstrated his talent at the Isle of Man TT with a victory in the Production C TT race.

He was also a multiple British Champion in different classes, showcasing his adaptability across various motorcycle types.

  1. Mick Grant

  • Years Active: 1970 - 1985 (Grand Prix and Isle of Man TT)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Seven-time Isle of Man TT winner (including victories in the Senior, Classic, and Production classes).

    • Two-time 250cc Grand Prix winner (Dutch TT 1977, Swedish GP 1977).

    • 1977 Macau Grand Prix winner.

    • 1984 Macau Grand Prix winner.

Mick Grant was a prominent British motorcycle racer known for his versatility on both short circuits and the demanding Isle of Man TT.

He achieved seven TT victories across various categories and held the outright lap record for a period.

Grant also experienced success in Grand Prix racing, securing two wins in the 250cc class.

He demonstrated his talent on the Guia Circuit by winning the prestigious Macau Grand Prix on two occasions.

  1. Charlie Williams

  • Years Active: 1972 - 1976, 1980 - 1981 (Grand Prix), also competed in Isle of Man TT and other road races.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Formula II Class of the Formula TT World Championship (1980).

    • Nine-time winner at the Isle of Man TT races.

    • Won the 250cc Isle of Man Lightweight TT (1973).

    • Won the 350cc Isle of Man Junior TT (1975).

Charlie Williams was a successful British Grand Prix and road racer, particularly known for his achievements at the Isle of Man TT.

He secured nine victories at the TT races throughout his career in various classes.

Williams won a Formula TT World Championship title in 1980.

After retiring from racing, he became a well-known personality at the TT races, working with Radio TT.

  1. Tony Rutter

  • Years Active: 1965 - 1991 (Isle of Man TT), 1969 - 1976 (Grand Prix)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Four-time Formula Two World Champion (1981-1984).

    • Seven-time Isle of Man TT winner (including victories in the Junior and Formula Two classes).

    • Two-time British Champion (1971 350cc, 1973 250cc).

    • Nine wins at the North West 200.

Tony Rutter was a highly accomplished British motorcycle racer known for his skill on road racing circuits.

He achieved an impressive record at the Isle of Man TT, securing seven victories across different categories.

Rutter dominated the Formula Two World Championship in the early 1980s, winning the title for four consecutive years.

He also demonstrated his talent on short circuits by winning two British Championships in the 250cc and 350cc classes.

  1. Alan Carter

  • Years Active: 1982 - 1994 (Grand Prix), with some later appearances.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1983 French Grand Prix winner (250cc).

    • 1994 North West 200 winner (250cc).

    • Finished seventh overall in the 1985 250cc World Championship.

    • Youngest ever Grand Prix winner at the time of his 1983 victory.

Alan Carter burst onto the Grand Prix scene as a teenager, achieving an early victory in the 250cc class.

His win at the 1983 French Grand Prix made him the youngest ever GP winner at that time.

While he showed early promise, he was unable to secure further Grand Prix victories, though he remained a consistent points scorer.

Later in his career, Carter also achieved success in road racing events, winning the 250cc race at the North West 200 in 1994.

  1. Rod Gould

  • Years Active: 1967 - 1972 (Grand Prix)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1970 FIM 250cc World Champion.

    • Six wins in the 250cc Grand Prix World Championship.

    • Finished second in the 1971 250cc World Championship.

    • Finished third in the 1972 250cc World Championship.

Rod Gould was a successful British Grand Prix motorcycle road racer who achieved world championship glory in the 250cc class.

He secured six Grand Prix victories during his championship-winning year in 1970 riding a Yamaha.

Gould consistently finished in the top three of the 250cc World Championship for three consecutive years (1970-1972).

After retiring from racing, he became Yamaha's European racing manager and later established a motorcycle dealership with Mike Hailwood.

  1. Chas Mortimer

  • Years Active: 1969 - 1979 (Grand Prix), also competed in Isle of Man TT and other road races.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Formula II Class of the Formula TT World Championship (1978).

    • Eight-time winner at the Isle of Man TT races.

    • Won Grand Prix races in the 125cc, 250cc, 350cc, 500cc, and 750cc classes - the only rider to achieve this.

    • Won the 500cc Spanish Grand Prix in 1972, Yamaha's first victory in the premier class.

Chas Mortimer was a unique and highly versatile British Grand Prix and road racer, achieving victories across an unprecedented range of solo classes.

He secured eight wins at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races throughout his career.

Mortimer holds the distinction of being the only competitor to have won FIM Grand Prix races in five different solo world championship classes.

After retiring from professional racing, he established a successful motorcycle transportation business.

  1. Ray McCullough

  • Years Active: 1960 - 1984 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 12 wins at the Ulster Grand Prix.

    • 7 wins at the North West 200.

    • Won over 170 races on Irish road racing circuits and short circuits.

    • Won the Southern 100 Championship.

Ray McCullough is considered one of the greatest road racers from Northern Ireland, second only to Joey Dunlop by many.

He achieved remarkable success in his homeland, dominating races like the Ulster Grand Prix and North West 200.

Although he primarily focused on Irish road races and did not compete in the TT, he still achieved significant international recognition.

McCullough was known for his fierce competitiveness and was a key member of the "Dromara Destroyers" racing team.

  1. John Williams

  • Years Active: 1968 - 1978 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Four-time Isle of Man TT winner (1971 Production 500cc, 1972 Production 250cc, 1975 Classic 1000cc, 1976 Classic TT).

    • Five-time winner at the North West 200 (including three wins in 1973).

    • 1976 500cc Belgian Grand Prix winner.

    • Won the 250cc, 350cc, and 500cc classes at the 1973 Ulster Grand Prix.

John Williams was a talented English short-circuit and road racer who achieved success at both national and international levels.

He secured four victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races throughout his career.

Williams achieved a notable Grand Prix victory in the 500cc class at the Belgian Grand Prix in 1976.

Tragically, he died following an accident at the Ulster Grand Prix in 1978.

  1. Steve Hislop

  • Years Active: 1983 - 2002 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Two-time British Superbike Champion (1995, 2002).

    • 1990 British 250cc Champion.

    • Eleven-time Isle of Man TT winner (including victories in the Formula One, Senior, and Junior classes).

    • Won the Macau Grand Prix.

Steve Hislop, affectionately known as "Hizzy" or the "Flying Haggis," was a highly talented and popular Scottish motorcycle racer.

He achieved significant success in both short circuit racing, winning two British Superbike titles and the British 250cc Championship, and in road racing.

Hislop secured an impressive eleven victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races, including a memorable Senior TT win in 1992 against Carl Fogarty, often considered one of the greatest TT races ever.

Tragically, his life was cut short in a helicopter accident in 2003.

  1. Paul Smart

  • Years Active: 1965 - 1978 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1972 Imola 200 winner.

    • Finished second in the 1967 Production 750cc Isle of Man TT.

    • Finished second in the 1969 Production TT.

    • Won the 1970 Junior Isle of Man TT.

Paul Smart is best known for his significant victory at the inaugural Imola 200 race in 1972 riding a Ducati.

He achieved three podium finishes at the Isle of Man TT races in the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Smart also had a career in Grand Prix racing, achieving several podium finishes in the 250cc and 350cc classes.

He was married to Maggie Sheene, the sister of fellow motorcycle racing legend Barry Sheene.

  1. Tommy Robb

  • Years Active: 1957 - 1959, 1961 - 1973 (Grand Prix), also competed in Isle of Man TT and other road races.

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1973 Lightweight 125cc Isle of Man TT.

    • 1962 250cc Ulster Grand Prix (Grand Prix win).

    • Two wins at the inaugural Japanese Grand Prix in 1962 (Grand Prix wins).

    • Five-time winner of the North West 200 race in Northern Ireland.

Tommy Robb was a Grand Prix motorcycle road racer from Northern Ireland who began his career in the 1950s.

He was one of the first non-Japanese riders to be hired by the Honda factory racing team in 1962.

Robb achieved three Grand Prix wins during his career, including the 125cc Lightweight TT in 1973.

He also enjoyed success in road racing events, with multiple victories at the North West 200 and a win at the Isle of Man TT.

  1. Ian McConnachie

  • Years Active: Mid-1980s - early 1990s (primarily)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1986 80cc British Grand Prix winner.

    • Finished fifth overall in the 1987 80cc World Championship.

    • Finished sixth overall in both the 1985 and 1986 80cc World Championships.

    • Regular winner in the 125cc, 250cc, and Supersport 400cc classes in the UK.

Ian McConnachie was a British motorcycle racer who achieved international success in the 80cc World Championship.

He secured a notable victory at the 80cc British Grand Prix in 1986.

McConnachie consistently finished in the top six of the 80cc World Championship for three consecutive years.

Upon returning to the UK, he demonstrated his versatility by winning races in multiple national championship classes.

  1. Mike Hailwood

  • Years Active: 1957 - 1967 (Grand Prix), 1978 - 1979 (Isle of Man TT)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Nine-time Grand Prix World Champion (four times in the 500cc class, twice in the 350cc class, and three times in the 250cc class).

    • 76 Grand Prix wins across the 125cc, 250cc, 350cc, and 500cc classes.

    • 14 Isle of Man TT wins, including victories in the Senior, Junior, and Lightweight categories, as well as the Formula One TT upon his return.

    • Won the inaugural TT Formula One World Championship in 1978.

Mike "the Bike" Hailwood is considered by many to be one of the greatest motorcycle racers of all time, achieving success at the highest levels of Grand Prix racing and the Isle of Man TT.

He was the first rider to win four consecutive 500cc World Championships and also won world titles in the 250cc and 350cc categories.

After retiring from Grand Prix racing, he made a legendary comeback to the Isle of Man TT in 1978 after an 11-year hiatus, winning the Formula One race.

His career was tragically cut short due to a road accident in 1981.

  1. Phil Read MBE

  • Years Active: 1961 - 1976 (Grand Prix), 1961 - 1973, 1977, 1982 (Isle of Man TT)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Seven-time Grand Prix World Champion (125cc - 1968; 250cc - 1964, 1965, 1968, 1971; 500cc - 1973, 1974).

    • Eight-time Isle of Man TT winner (Junior TT 1961, Lightweight 125 TT 1965, Lightweight 125 TT 1967, Lightweight 125 TT 1968, Lightweight 250 TT 1971, Lightweight 250 TT 1972, Formula One1 TT 1977, Senior TT 1977).

    • Formula TT World Champion (1977).

    • First rider to win Grand Prix World Championships in the 125cc, 250cc, and 500cc classes.

Phil Read, known as the "Prince of Speed," was a highly successful British Grand Prix and Isle of Man TT racer.

He was the first rider to win world titles in three different solo Grand Prix classes and secured seven world championships in total.

Read achieved eight victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races throughout his career.

He was awarded an MBE in 1979 for his services to motorcycle racing and was inducted into the MotoGP Hall of Fame in 2002.

  1. Geoff Duke OBE

  • Years Active: 1948 - 1959 (Grand Prix and Isle of Man TT)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Six-time Grand Prix World Champion (350cc - 1951, 1952; 500cc - 1951, 1953, 1954, 1955).

    • Six-time Isle of Man TT winner (Senior Clubmans TT 1949, Senior TT 1950, Junior TT 1951, Senior TT 1951, Junior TT 1952, Senior TT 1955).

    • 33 Grand Prix wins across the 350cc and 500cc classes.

    • Awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in 1953 for his services to British MotorCycle racing.

Geoff Duke was one of the first international superstars of motorcycle racing, known for his smooth riding style and professionalism.

He achieved six world championships in the 1950s, dominating both the 350cc and 500cc classes.

Duke also secured six victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races, a major highlight of his career.

He was a pioneer in motorcycle racing fashion, credited with popularizing the one-piece leather racing suit.

  1. John Surtees OBE, MBE

  • Years Active: 1952 - 1960 (Motorcycle Grand Prix)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Four-time 500cc Grand Prix World Champion (1956, 1958, 1959, 1960).

    • Three-time 350cc Grand Prix World Champion (1958, 1959, 1960).

    • Six-time Isle of Man TT winner.

    • Awarded both the MBE (1959) and OBE (2008) for his services to motorsport.

John Surtees is the only person in history to have won World Championships on both two wheels (motorcycles) and four wheels (Formula One).

He dominated motorcycle Grand Prix racing in the late 1950s, winning seven world titles in the premier classes.

Surtees achieved six victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races.

He later transitioned to Formula One, becoming World Champion in 1964, a feat unmatched in motorsport history.

  1. Roger Marshall

  • Years Active: 1970s - 1980s (primarily)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Three-time Isle of Man TT Formula One winner (1981, 1984, 1985).

    • Two-time Isle of Man TT Senior winner (1982, 1983).

    • Won the 1980 Senior Classic TT.

    • Multiple wins at other major road racing events.

Roger Marshall was a highly successful British road racer, particularly renowned for his achievements at the Isle of Man TT.

He secured five victories in the prestigious solo classes at the TT races, including three in the Formula One category.

Marshall was a prominent figure in road racing during the 1980s, consistently competing at the top level.

He was known for his smooth riding style and his ability to handle powerful machinery on challenging road circuits.

  1. Dave Simmonds

  • Years Active: 1963 - 1972

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1969 FIM 125cc World Champion.

    • Won the 1969 125cc Isle of Man TT.

    • Won the 1969 125cc West German Grand Prix.

    • Won the 1971 500cc Spanish Grand Prix.

Dave Simmonds was a British Grand Prix motorcycle road racer who achieved Kawasaki's first world championship title.

He won the 125cc World Championship in 1969 in dominant fashion, securing eight wins during the season.

Simmonds also demonstrated his versatility by winning a Grand Prix race in the premier 500cc class in 1971.

Tragically, he died in a fire accident in 1972 while attending a non-championship race in France.

  1. Peter Williams

  • Years Active: 1964 - 1974 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1973 Isle of Man TT Formula 750 winner (setting a lap record).

    • 1966 Hutchinson 100 winner.

    • Multiple podium finishes in Grand Prix races (350cc and 500cc classes).

    • Contributed significantly to motorcycle design and development, particularly with Norton.

Peter Williams was a British Grand Prix and road racer known for his innovative approach to motorcycle design.

He achieved a memorable victory in the 1973 Isle of Man TT Formula 750 race, setting a new lap record on a John Player Norton.

Williams achieved several podium finishes in Grand Prix races, showcasing his talent at the international level.

He played a crucial role in the development of advanced motorcycle racing technology, including streamlined fairings and monocoque frames.

  1. Alan Shepherd

  • Years Active: 1956 - 1968 (Grand Prix and Isle of Man TT)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1962 125cc Finnish Grand Prix winner.

    • 1963 125cc Finnish Grand Prix winner.

    • 1964 125cc Finnish Grand Prix winner.

    • Finished second in the 1962 125cc World Championship.

Alan Shepherd was a British Grand Prix motorcycle racer who achieved three victories in the 125cc class, all at the Finnish Grand Prix.

He consistently finished near the top of the 125cc World Championship standings, culminating in a second-place finish in 1962.

Shepherd also competed in the Isle of Man TT races, achieving several top ten finishes.

His career was unfortunately cut short by a serious accident at Brands Hatch in 1968.

  1. Tom Herron

  • Years Active: 1973 - 1979 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Six-time Isle of Man TT winner (including victories in the Junior, Senior, and Formula One classes).

    • Won the 1976 and 1977 Formula TT World Championships.

    • Multiple wins at the North West 200 and Ulster Grand Prix.

    • Finished third in the 1978 350cc Grand Prix World Championship.

Tom Herron was a highly talented motorcycle racer from Northern Ireland, known for his speed and determination on both short circuits and road courses.

He achieved six victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races, becoming a fan favorite.

Herron won the Formula TT World Championship for two consecutive years, showcasing his skill with production-based machinery.

Tragically, his promising career was cut short when he died in a racing accident at the North West 200 in 1979.

  1. Les Graham

  • Years Active: 1947 - 1953 (Grand Prix and Isle of Man TT)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1949 FIM 500cc World Champion (the inaugural champion in the class).

    • Won the 1949 500cc Swiss Grand Prix.

    • Won the 1951 125cc Isle of Man TT.

    • Finished second in the 1952 500cc World Championship.

Les Graham holds the distinction of being the first-ever 500cc World Champion in the FIM Grand Prix motorcycle racing series.

He secured his world title in 1949, riding an AJS, after winning the Swiss Grand Prix.

Graham also demonstrated his versatility by winning the 125cc Isle of Man TT in 1951.

Tragically, his career was cut short when he died in a crash during the 1953 Isle of Man TT.

  1. Fergus Anderson

  • Years Active: 1947 - 1953 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Two-time FIM 350cc World Champion (1953, 1954).

    • Won the 1953 350cc Swiss Grand Prix.

    • Won the 1953 350cc Ulster Grand Prix.

    • Won the 1953 350cc Spanish Grand Prix.

Fergus Anderson was a successful Scottish Grand Prix motorcycle road racer who achieved two consecutive world championships in the 350cc class.

He secured multiple Grand Prix victories during his championship-winning seasons riding for Moto Guzzi.

Anderson retired from racing at the relatively young age of 45 to become the team manager for Moto Guzzi's racing efforts.

He played a significant role in the early years of the Grand Prix motorcycle racing world championships.

  1. Ralph Bryans

  • Years Active: 1960 - 1967 (Grand Prix)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1965 FIM 50cc World Champion.

    • Won the 1965 50cc Dutch TT.

    • Won the 1965 50cc East German Grand Prix.

    • Finished second in the 1964 50cc World Championship.

Ralph Bryans was a successful British Grand Prix motorcycle road racer who secured the 50cc World Championship title in 1965.

He achieved two Grand Prix victories during his championship-winning season, riding for Honda.

Bryans consistently finished near the top of the 50cc World Championship standings, including a runner-up position in 1964.

He retired from Grand Prix racing at the relatively young age of 26.

  1. Freddie Frith OBE

  • Years Active: 1930 - 1939, 1948 - 1949 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1949 FIM 350cc World Champion (the inaugural champion in the class), winning all five races.

    • Five-time Isle of Man TT winner (Junior TT 1936, Senior TT 1937, Junior TT 1948, Junior TT 1949).

    • 1936 Junior European Championship winner.

    • Awarded the OBE in 1950 for his services to British motorcycle racing.

Freddie Frith was the first-ever 350cc World Champion, dominating the inaugural season in 1949.

He was a successful Isle of Man TT rider, winning five times in both Junior and Senior categories.

Frith was one of the few riders to win TT races both before and after the Second World War.

He was recognized with an OBE for his contributions to British motorcycle racing and national prestige.

  1. Harold Daniell

  • Years Active: 1930s - 1950s (primarily)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Three-time Isle of Man TT winner (Senior TT 1938, Junior TT 1939, Senior TT 1949).

    • Won the 1938 Senior TT at record speed.

    • Competed in the Manx Grand Prix before his TT successes.

    • Continued racing after the Second World War, adding another Senior TT victory.

Harold Daniell was a successful British Isle of Man TT racer who achieved three victories in the prestigious solo classes.

He set a record-breaking pace in his 1938 Senior TT win, highlighting his speed and skill on the Mountain Course.

Daniell's racing career spanned both before and after the Second World War, with his final TT win coming in 1949.

He was a well-respected competitor in the demanding world of road racing during his era.

  1. Artie Bell

  • Years Active: 1947 - 1955 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Two-time Isle of Man TT winner (Junior TT 1950, Senior TT 1950).

    • Won the 1949 Senior Manx Grand Prix.

    • Multiple victories in Irish road races, including the Ulster Grand Prix.

    • Known for his rivalry with Geoff Duke during their racing careers.

Artie Bell was a prominent motorcycle racer from Northern Ireland who achieved early success at the Isle of Man TT.

He secured a remarkable double victory at the 1950 TT, winning both the Junior and Senior races.

Bell was a fierce competitor in Irish road racing events, often battling against other top riders of his era.

His promising career was tragically cut short due to injuries sustained in a racing accident in 1955.

  1. Bill Lomas

  • Years Active: 1950 - 1958 (Grand Prix and Isle of Man TT)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Two-time FIM 350cc World Champion (1955, 1956).

    • Two-time Isle of Man TT winner (Junior TT 1955, Senior TT 1956).

    • Won the 1955 350cc Swiss Grand Prix.

    • Won the 1956 350cc Dutch TT.

Bill Lomas was a successful British Grand Prix motorcycle road racer who secured two consecutive 350cc World Championships in the mid-1950s.

He also achieved two victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races in both the Junior and Senior categories.

Lomas was a key rider for the Moto Guzzi factory during his championship-winning years.

His racing career was unfortunately ended by a serious accident in 1958.

  1. Derek Minter

  • Years Active: 1955 - 1967 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

  • Won the 1962 250cc Isle of Man Lightweight TT.

  • Was the first rider to lap the Isle of Man TT course at over 100 mph on a single-cylinder bike in 1960.

  • Won multiple British Championships.

  • Known as the "King of Brands" for his dominance at the Brands Hatch circuit.

  1. Bob McIntyre

  • Years Active: 1952 - 1962

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Two-time Isle of Man TT winner (1957 Junior TT, 1957 Senior TT).

    • First rider to lap the Isle of Man TT Mountain Course at over 100 mph (1957).

    • Won the 1959 500cc Finnish Grand Prix.

    • Finished second in the 1956 350cc World Championship.

Bob McIntyre was a pioneering Scottish motorcycle racer who made history at the Isle of Man TT.

He achieved a remarkable double victory at the 1957 TT, winning both the Junior and Senior races.

McIntyre was the first person to ever lap the daunting TT Mountain Course at an average speed exceeding 100 miles per hour, a landmark achievement.

His promising career was tragically cut short due to injuries sustained in a racing accident in 1962.

  1. Stuart Graham

  • Years Active: 1961 - 1970 (motorcycle), 1973 - 1980, 1986 - 1990, 1996 (car racing)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 1967 Isle of Man 50cc Ultra-Lightweight TT winner.

    • 1967 125cc Finnish Grand Prix winner.

    • Finished third overall in both the 1967 50cc and 125cc World Championships.

    • Won multiple British Touring Car Championship races in the 1970s.

Stuart Graham is the son of the first 500cc World Champion, Leslie Graham.

He achieved his first Grand Prix win at the 1967 Isle of Man TT in the 50cc class.

Graham was a works rider for both Honda and Suzuki during his Grand Prix career.

He later transitioned to car racing, winning races in the British Touring Car Championship and the RAC Tourist Trophy.

  1. Joey Dunlop

  • Years Active: 1969 - 2000

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • 26-time Isle of Man TT winner.

    • Five-time Formula One World Champion (1982-1986).

    • 24-time Ulster Grand Prix winner.

    • 13-time North West 200 winner.

Joey Dunlop, often called "Yer Maun" or the "King of the Roads," is a legendary figure in motorcycle road racing.

He holds the second-highest number of wins at the Isle of Man TT and achieved an unprecedented three hat-tricks at the event.

Dunlop was also recognized for his humanitarian work, receiving both an MBE and an OBE.

Tragically, he died while racing in Estonia in 2000, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy in the sport.

  1. Carl Fogarty MBE

  • Years Active: 1984 - 2000

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Four-time World Superbike Champion (1994, 1995, 1998, 1999).

    • Won the World Endurance Championship in 1992.

    • Won the Formula One World Championship for bikes early in his career.

    • Achieved 59 career wins in the World Superbike Championship.

  1. Robert Dunlop

  • Years Active: 1979 - 2004 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Five-time Isle of Man TT winner (all in the Ultra-Lightweight/125cc class).

    • Won the Macau Grand Prix in 1989.

    • 1991 125cc British Champion.

    • Achieved 15 wins at the North West 200.

Robert Dunlop was a highly respected road racer from Northern Ireland and the younger brother of Joey Dunlop.

He was particularly dominant in the 125cc class, earning the nickname "The Mighty Micro."

Despite suffering severe injuries in a crash at the 1994 Isle of Man TT, he returned to racing and continued to achieve victories.

Tragically, he died following an accident during practice for the North West 200 in 2008.

  1. Stanley Woods

  • Years Active: 1922 - 1939 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Ten-time Isle of Man TT winner.

    • Won 29 Grand Prix races throughout his career.

    • Six-time winner of the Dutch TT.

    • Seven-time winner of the Ulster Grand Prix.

Stanley Woods, nicknamed the "Irish Dasher," was a dominant force in motorcycle racing during the interwar period.

His record of 10 Isle of Man TT victories stood for nearly three decades.

Woods achieved numerous Grand Prix wins across various European circuits.

He was voted the greatest TT rider of all time in 1967.

  1. Wal Handley

  • Years Active: 1921 - 1930 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Four-time Isle of Man TT winner (1922 Junior TT, 1925 Lightweight TT, 1927 Lightweight TT, 1930 Lightweight TT).

    • Won the 1923 French Grand Prix (350cc).

    • Won the 1926 German Grand Prix (500cc).

    • Set numerous lap records at the Isle of Man TT.

Wal Handley was a prominent British motorcycle racer of the 1920s, known for his speed and skill.

He achieved four victories at the prestigious Isle of Man TT races, all in the Lightweight and Junior categories.

Handley also demonstrated his talent on the European Grand Prix circuit, securing wins in France and Germany.

His career was tragically cut short when he died following a crash during practice for the Ulster Grand Prix in 1930.

  1. Charlie Collier

  • Years Active: 1907 - 1928 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Two-time Isle of Man TT winner (1907 Single Cylinder TT, 1911 Senior TT).

    • Won the first-ever Isle of Man TT race in 1907.

    • Was a prominent figure in the early development of motorcycle racing.

    • His father, H.H. Collier, founded the Matchless motorcycle company.

Charlie Collier holds the distinction of winning the inaugural Isle of Man TT race.

He secured two TT victories during the early years of the event's history.

Collier played a significant role in establishing the Isle of Man TT as a major international motorcycle race.

He rode for the family-owned Matchless motorcycle company throughout his successful racing career.

  1. Jimmie Guthrie

  • Years Active: 1927 - 1937 (competitively)

  • Major Titles/Major Wins:

    • Six-time Isle of Man TT winner (1931 Lightweight TT, 1932 Lightweight TT, 1934 Lightweight TT, 1935 Senior TT, 1936 Senior TT, 1937 Senior TT).

    • Won the 1930 Ulster Grand Prix.

    • Won the 1933 Dutch TT.

    • Dominated the Lightweight TT races in the early 1930s.

Jimmie Guthrie was a highly successful Scottish motorcycle racer who excelled at the Isle of Man TT.

He achieved six TT victories across the Lightweight and Senior categories, showcasing his versatility.

Guthrie was a prominent figure in international road racing during the 1930s, securing wins in other major events like the Ulster Grand Prix and Dutch TT.

Tragically, his career was cut short when he died in a racing accident at the German Grand Prix in 1937.

British Superbike Riders

These are some of the most successful British Superbike Riders. 

  • Shane Byrne (6 Championships)

  • Niall Mackenzie (3 Championships)

  • John Reynolds (3 Championships)

  • Steve Hislop (2 Championships)

  • Leon Haslam (1 Championship)

  • Josh Brookes (2 Championships)

  • Tommy Bridewell (1 Championship)

  • James Whitham (1 Championship)

  • Ian Simpson (1 Championship)

  • Leon Camier (1 Championship)

  • Alex Lowes (1 Championship)

  • Scott Redding (1 Championship)

  • Tarran Mackenzie (1 Championship)

  • Bradley Ray (1 Championship)

  • Chris Walker

  • Michael Rutter

  • Tommy Hill (1 Championship)

  • Cal Crutchlow

  • Eugene Laverty

  • Chaz Davies

  • Jonathan Rea

  • Tom Sykes

  • James Ellison

  • Ryuichi Kiyonari (Multiple Championships, significant British racing career)

  • Glen Richards

  • Karl Harris

  • Steve Plater

  • Gary Mason

  • Dan Linfoot

  • Richard Cooper

  • Peter Hickman

  • Andrew Irwin

  • Danny Buchan

  • Christian Iddon

  • Lee Jackson

  • Rory Skinner

  • Jason O'Halloran

  • Dan Stewart

  • Michael Laverty

  • Simon Andrews

  • Howie Mainwaring

  • John Hopkins

  • Sylvain Guintoli

  • Tommy Sykes

  • Josh Waters

  • Martin Jessopp

  • Alastair Seeley

  • Stuart Easton

  • Chris Burns

  • James Haydon

  • Sean Emmett

  • Glen Irwin

  • Danny Kent

  • Kyle Ryde

  • Charlie Nesbitt

  • Fraser Rogers

  • Luke Mossey

  • Andrew Pitt

  • Neil Hodgson (BSB Champion)

  • John McGuinness (Primarily road racing, but occasional BSB appearances)

  • Ian Hutchinson (Primarily road racing, but occasional BSB appearances)

  • Guy Martin (Primarily road racing, but occasional BSB appearances)

  • Keith Farmer (Multiple championships in support classes, BSB rider)

  • Luke Stapleford (Multiple championships in support classes, BSB rider)

  • Jack Kennedy (Multiple championships in support classes, BSB rider)

  • Billy McConnell

  • Josh Wainwright

  • Taylor Mackenzie

  • Tim Reeves (Primarily sidecars, occasional solo races)

  • Roger Marshall (Competed in earlier eras that led to BSB)

  • Ron Haslam (Father of Leon, competed in earlier eras)

  • Rob McElnea (Competed in earlier eras)

  • Terry Rymer (Competed in earlier eras)

  • Brian Morrison (Competed in earlier eras)

  • Darren Dixon (Competed in earlier eras)

  • Steve Spray (Competed in earlier eras)

  • Trevor Nation (Competed in earlier eras)

  • Jamie Robinson

  • Kirk McCarthy

  • Paul Bird (As a rider before team ownership)

  • Steve Brogan

  • David Jefferies (Primarily road racing, occasional BSB)

  • Adrian Coates

  • Dean Ellison

  • Ollie Bridewell

  • Tristan Palmer

  • Marshall Neill

  • Tom Tunstall

  • Peter Ward

  • Aaron Zanotti

  • Hudson Kennaugh

  • James Hillier (Primarily road racing, occasional BSB)

  • David Johnson

  • Gary Johnson

  • Michael Howarth

  • Matt Layt

  • Leon Hunt

  • Steve Mercer

  • Luke Jones

  • Michael O'Brien

  • Chris Seaton

  • David Anthony

  • Guy Coulon

  • Mark Farmer

  • Sean Neary

  • Victor Cox

  • Tommy Dale

  • James Westmoreland

  • Richard Wren

  • Mark Buckley

  • Adam Jenkinson

  • John Laverty

  • Gary Allington

  • Paul Jones

British Superbike Riders in 1990s

These are some of the prominent and famous British Superbike Riders in the 1990s. 

  • Niall Mackenzie

  • Steve Hislop

  • John Reynolds

  • James Whitham

  • Terry Rymer

  • Ian Simpson

  • Chris Walker

  • Jim Moodie

  • Michael Rutter

  • Steve Spray

  • Trevor Nation

  • Rob McElnea

  • Darren Dixon

  • Karl Harris

  • Sean Emmett

 

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