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1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection

In 1966, the Ultra Lightweight TT race witnessed a fierce battle between some of the most legendary riders in motorcycle racing history

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Bill Ivy (Yamaha) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Bill Ivy (Yamaha) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Little Bill Ivy (Yamaha) at Quarter Bridge; 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT. He won from team mate Phil Read

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Brian Richards (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Brian Richards (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Brian Richards (Honda) leaving Governors Bridge, 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Luigi Taveri (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Luigi Taveri (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Swiss ace Luigi Taveri (Honda) at Quarter Bridge: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Franta Bocek (CZ) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Franta Bocek (CZ) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Czech Franta Bocek (CZ) on Bray Hill: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: George Plenderleith (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

George Plenderleith (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Fred Stevens (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Fred Stevens (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Fred Stevens (Honda) at Quarter Bridge, 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: The Mighty Atom

The Mighty Atom
Gary Dickinson leaves Governors Bridge. His sight stature meant he had to carry ballast to reach the minimum racing weight

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Jack Findlay (Bultaco) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Jack Findlay (Bultaco) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Aussie Jack Findlay (Bultaco) at White Gates: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Charlie Mates (Tohatsu) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Charlie Mates (Tohatsu) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Charlie Mates (Tohatsu) leaves Governors Bridge, 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Checking out the opposition

Checking out the opposition
Phil Read looks across to his Honda rivals Luigi Taveri and Ralph Bryans before the start of the 1966 Ultra Lightweight race

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Jim Curry (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Jim Curry (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Jim Curry (Honda) at Quarter Bridge, 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Kel Carruthers (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Kel Carruthers (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Kel Carruthers (Honda) leaving Governors Bridge, 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Steve Murray (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Steve Murray (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Ralph Bryans (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Ralph Bryans (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Mike Hailwood (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Mike Hailwood (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Looking a tad big for the jewel-like five cylinder 125 Honda, Mike Hailwood takes Governors Bridge in the 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Michelle Duff at Quarter Bridge: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Michelle Duff at Quarter Bridge: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Michelle Duff (Yamaha) at Quarter Bridge: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: The first Ton 125cc lap: Bill Ivy (Yamaha) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

The first Ton 125cc lap: Bill Ivy (Yamaha) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Just nine years after Bob McIntyre set the first ton lap of the Mountain Course, Bill Ivy took his 125 Yamaha to that magic figure

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Dave Simmonds (Kawasaki) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Dave Simmonds (Kawasaki) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Dave Simmonds (Kawasaki) at Quarter Bridge; 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Kevin Cass (Bultaco) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Kevin Cass (Bultaco) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Jim Pink (Tohatsu) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Jim Pink (Tohatsu) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Jim Pink (Tohatsu) at Quarter Bridge, 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Frank Perris (Suzuki) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Frank Perris (Suzuki) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Frank Perris (Suzuki) at Quarter Bridge, 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Hugh Anderson at Braddan Bridge: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Hugh Anderson at Braddan Bridge: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Four-times World Champion Kiwi Hugh Anderson also won two TT races

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Luigi Taveri: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Luigi Taveri: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
In the GP battle between the fabulous Honda and Yamaha multis, Swiss Luigi Taveri rode the five-cylinder 125 Honda to Grand Prix victory in 1966

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Gary Dickinson (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Gary Dickinson (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Hugh Anderson (Suzuki) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Hugh Anderson (Suzuki) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Bill Smith (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Bill Smith (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Bill Smith (Honda) at Quarter Bridge; 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Brian Kaye (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Brian Kaye (Honda) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Brian Kaye (Honda) at Quarter Bridge, 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Pat Walsh (MV) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Pat Walsh (MV) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Pat Walsh (MV) at Quarter Bridge; 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Phil Read (Yamaha) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Phil Read (Yamaha) 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT
Phil Read (Yamaha) at Quarter Bridge; 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background image1966 Ultra Lightweight Tt Collection: Kevin Cass at Quarter Bridge: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT

Kevin Cass at Quarter Bridge: 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT


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In 1966, the Ultra Lightweight TT race witnessed a fierce battle between some of the most legendary riders in motorcycle racing history. Bill Ivy from Yamaha, Luigi Taveri from Honda, George Plenderleith also representing Honda, Franta Bocek riding for CZ, Fred Stevens on his trusty Honda bike, Brian Richards with his Honda machine and Jack Findlay on a Bultaco all lined up at the starting line ready to conquer the challenging Isle of Man circuit. The atmosphere was electric as these fearless racers prepared themselves for an adrenaline-fueled showdown. The Mighty Atom himself couldn't resist checking out the competition before taking off into what would be an unforgettable race. Jim Curry from Honda and Kel Carruthers also representing Honda were determined to leave their mark on this historic event. Charlie Mates chose Tohatsu as his weapon of choice for this thrilling race. As soon as the flag dropped, engines roared to life and wheels spun furiously against the tarmac. These riders pushed their limits through every twist and turn of that treacherous course. The crowd held their breaths in anticipation while witnessing pure skill and bravery unfold before their eyes. Bill Ivy showcased his exceptional talent by maneuvering his Yamaha with precision and speed. Luigi Taveri displayed unmatched finesse aboard his powerful Honda machine. George Plenderleith proved why he was considered one of the best with each corner conquered flawlessly. Franta Bocek fearlessly tackled every challenge thrown at him by Isle of Man's unforgiving terrain while Fred Stevens fought tooth and nail to keep up with these formidable competitors astride his mighty Honda bike. Brian Richards demonstrated unwavering determination throughout each lap while Jack Findlay showed incredible resilience aboard a Bultaco that seemed unstoppable. This 1966 Ultra Lightweight TT became etched in history as one of those races where legends were born.