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1961 Junior Tt Collection

In the thrilling race of the 1961 Junior TT, motorcycle enthusiasts witnessed a display of speed, skill, and determination

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Bob Rowe (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Bob Rowe (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Gary Hocking (MV) 1961 Junior TT

Gary Hocking (MV) 1961 Junior TT
Gary Hocking (MV) at Quarter Bridge, 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Derek Minter (Norton) Phil Read (Norton) Gary Hocking (MV) 1961 Junior TT

Derek Minter (Norton) Phil Read (Norton) Gary Hocking (MV) 1961 Junior TT
Derek Minter (Norton) Phil Read (Norton) Gary Hocking (MV) winners enclosure 1961 Junior TT. A young Barry Sheene is seen, capped, between Phil and Gary

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Bertie Schneider (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Bertie Schneider (Norton) 1961 Junior TT
Austrian Bertie Schneider (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Bob McIntyre (Bianchi) and Derek Minter (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Bob McIntyre (Bianchi) and Derek Minter (Norton) 1961 Junior TT
Bob McIntyre (Bianchi) and Derek Minter (Norton) start the 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Mike the Bikes 1961 TT; 3 wins out of 4

Mike the Bikes 1961 TT; 3 wins out of 4
Chronicling Mike Hailwoods 1961 TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Gustav Havel (Jawa) 1961 Junior TT

Gustav Havel (Jawa) 1961 Junior TT
Czech Gustav Havel (Jawa) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Alistair King Bianchi Lew Ellis 1961 Junior TT

Alistair King Bianchi Lew Ellis 1961 Junior TT
Alistair King (Bianchi) and Shell's Lew Ellis, 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Roy Capner (BSA) 1961 Junior TT

Roy Capner (BSA) 1961 Junior TT
Roy Capner (BSA) at Ginger Hall, 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Len Ireland (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Len Ireland (Norton) 1961 Junior TT
Irishman Len Ireland (Norton) at Ginger Hall: 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Roy Ingram Norton Alistair King Bianchi 1961 Junior TT

Roy Ingram Norton Alistair King Bianchi 1961 Junior TT
Roy Ingram (Norton) and Alistair King (Bianchi) starting the 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Norman Maurice (AJS) 1961 Junior TT

Norman Maurice (AJS) 1961 Junior TT
South African Norman Maurice (AJS) at Ginger Hall, 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Franta Stastny (Jawa) 1961 Junior TT

Franta Stastny (Jawa) 1961 Junior TT
Czech Franta Stastny (Jawa) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Phil Read (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Phil Read (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Bob and the Bianchi

Bob and the Bianchi
Bob McIntyre reflects on his unreliable Bianchi twin, which ley him down just after Sulby Bridge in the 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Douglas Smith (AJS) 1961 Junior TT

Douglas Smith (AJS) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Joe Glazebrook (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Joe Glazebrook (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: George Purvis (AJS) 1961 Junior TT

George Purvis (AJS) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Graham Smith (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Graham Smith (Norton) 1961 Junior TT
Aussie Graham Smith (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Tony Godfrey (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Tony Godfrey (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Derek Minter (Norton) & Mike Hailwood (AJS) 1961 Junior TT

Derek Minter (Norton) & Mike Hailwood (AJS) 1961 Junior TT
Derek Minter (Norton) & Mike Hailwood (AJS) at Signpost Corner; 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Mike Hailwood (AJS) 1961 Junior TT

Mike Hailwood (AJS) 1961 Junior TT
Mike Hailwoods only retirement of TT 1961. The gudgeon broke on his AJS whilst leading the Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Tom Phillis (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Tom Phillis (Norton) 1961 Junior TT
Tom Phillis (Norton) at Signpost Corner; 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Ron Langston (AJS) 1961 Junior TT

Ron Langston (AJS) 1961 Junior TT
Ace scrambler, trials rider and racer Ron Langston (AJS) at Sulby Bridge; 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Ralph Rensen (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Ralph Rensen (Norton) 1961 Junior TT
Ralph Rensen (Norton) leaves Governors Bridge; 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Edward Whiteside (AJS) 1961 Junior TT

Edward Whiteside (AJS) 1961 Junior TT
Edward Whiteside (AJS) at Ginger Hall, 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Gary Hocking (MV) at Signpost Corner; 1961 Junior TT

Gary Hocking (MV) at Signpost Corner; 1961 Junior TT. Engine troubles slowed the MV and he finished second to Phil Read

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Derek Minter leaves Governors Bridge: 1961 Junior TT

Derek Minter leaves Governors Bridge: 1961 Junior TT
Derek Minter leaves Governors Bridge

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Jack Bullock (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Jack Bullock (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Chris Anderson (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Chris Anderson (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Mike O Rourke (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Mike O Rourke (Norton) 1961 Junior TT
Mike O Rourke (Norton) at Sulby Bridge, 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: Derek Minter (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Derek Minter (Norton) 1961 Junior TT
Derek Minter (Norton) at Sulby Bridge, 1961 Junior TT

Background image1961 Junior Tt Collection: John Farnsworth at Sulby Bridge: 1961 Junior TT

John Farnsworth at Sulby Bridge: 1961 Junior TT
New Zealander John Farnsworth (AJS) at Sulby Bridge: 1961 Junior TT


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In the thrilling race of the 1961 Junior TT, motorcycle enthusiasts witnessed a display of speed, skill, and determination. Bob Rowe on his Norton showcased his exceptional talent as he maneuvered through the challenging course with precision. Not far behind him was Gary Hocking riding an MV, pushing himself to the limit in pursuit of victory. But it wasn't just these two riders who left their mark on that fateful day. Alistair King on his Bianchi and Lew Ellis displayed remarkable teamwork and resilience throughout the race. Meanwhile, Derek Minter, Phil Read, and Gary Hocking continued to impress with their relentless drive for success. Bertie Schneider's performance on his Norton was nothing short of extraordinary as he battled against fierce competition in this prestigious event. And let's not forget about Bob McIntyre and Derek Minter who gave it their all aboard their respective bikes - Bianchi and Norton. Mike "the Bike" Hailwood stole the show during the 1961 TT season by securing three wins out of four races – a true testament to his unparalleled talent and determination. Gustav Havel showcased Jawa's capabilities with a commendable performance while Roy Capner represented BSA admirably in this high-stakes race. Len Ireland proved why he was considered one of the best riders at that time astride his powerful Norton machine. Roy Ingram teamed up with Alistair King on Bianchi motorcycles to leave spectators awestruck by their synchronized racing skills. Lastly, Norman Maurice demonstrated AJS's prowess in this fiercely competitive event. The 1961 Junior TT will forever be remembered as a legendary battle between some of motorcycling's finest athletes; each rider leaving an indelible mark on Isle of Man history through their sheer passion for speed and adrenaline-fueled competition.