Barry Sheene Collection

Barry Sheene at Quarter Bridge: 1971 Ultra Lightweight TT
Exactly 37.73 miles later than this picture, Barry Sheene slid to earth in the 1971 Ultra Lightweight TT

Barry Sheene (Yamaha) 1982 Donington

Not the TTs greatest fan
Exactly 37.73 miles after this shot was taken at Quarter Bridge in 1971, Barry Sheene slid off of Utra Lightweight Suzuki and never visited the Isle of Man aagin

British Motorcycle road racer Barry Sheene wins the 1300 cc Superbike race at Donington Park to claim the ITV " World of Sport" superbike trophy. 21st June 1981

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

British Motorcycle road racer Barry Sheene takes part in his first serious workout with a Suzuki during a practice session at Brands Hatch. 2nd March 1983

British Motorcycle road racer Barry Sheene poses with his girlfriend Stephanie McLean in the Daily Mirror studio. 21st August 1981

British Motorcycle road racer Barry Sheene in action during his final race, the ITV World of Sport trophy race at Donington Park. 23rd September 1984

Former British Motorcycle road racer Barry Sheene with his wife Stephanie at a celebratory reception at Tower Bridge Hotel

Barry Sheene MBE motorcyling World Champion. Creator: Unknown
Barry Sheene MBE motorcyling World Champion

1975 Suzuki 500cc, Barry Sheene at Mallory Park. Creator: Unknown
1975 Suzuki 500cc, Barry Sheene at Mallory Park

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Barry Sheene: A Motorcycle Racing Legend From his early days at Quarter Bridge in the 1971 Ultra Lightweight TT to his triumphs at Donington, Barry Sheene left an indelible mark on the world of motorcycle racing. Known for his fearless spirit and undeniable talent, he became a household name in the sport. Despite not being the TT's greatest fan, Sheene's skills were evident as he competed alongside legends like Derek Minter, Phil Read, and Gary Hocking in the 1961 Junior TT. His determination was unwavering as he took part in intense workouts and posed with his girlfriend Stephanie McLean, showcasing both his dedication to the sport and personal life. Sheene's victories spoke volumes about his abilities. Winning the 1300 cc Superbike race at Donington proved that he was a force to be reckoned with on any track. The iconic image of him astride a Suzuki 500cc bike at Mallory Park captured both his speed and charisma. As time went on, Sheene continued to push boundaries until his final race. British Motorcycle road racer Barry Sheene showed no signs of slowing down as he raced against fierce competitors during this memorable event. Even after retiring from racing, he remained connected to the sport alongside wife Stephanie. Barry Sheene's legacy lives on as one of motorcycling's greatest champions. With an MBE title under his belt and countless achievements throughout his career, there is no doubt that he will forever be remembered for revolutionizing motorcycle racing with passion and skill that transcended generations.