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Eddie Crooks Collection

Eddie Crooks: A Legendary Figure in Motorcycle Racing From Reg Dearden's team at the 1958 Manx Grand Prix to being crowned winners of the 1967 Lightweight MGP

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Reg Deardens team 1958 Manx Grand Prix

Reg Deardens team 1958 Manx Grand Prix
Mike Kelly (Norton, 2) Eddie Crooks (Norton, 90) and Bob Dowty (Norton, 80) with sponsor Reg Dearden

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (MZ) 1960 Ultra Lightweight TT

Eddie Crooks (MZ) 1960 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks - MZ rider - twice

Eddie Crooks - MZ rider - twice
In 1960 Manxman Eddie Crooks rode 125 and 250 MZ in the TT. In 1998 he also starred on an MZ, this time riding naked on a 250 in the hit film Waking Ned

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: 1959 Junior MGP team winners - Peveril MCC

1959 Junior MGP team winners - Peveril MCC
Reg Dearden of Manchester was always a supporter of Manx riders. In the 1958 Junior his rders Mike Kelly (2, 13th) Eddie Crooks (90, 2nd) and Bob Dowty (80, 5th) won the team prize for the Peveril MCC

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1984 Historic TT

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1984 Historic TT
Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) starts the 1984 Historic TT. Eddie won the 1959 Senior Manx Grand Prix

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Mike Kelly Eddie Crooks Reg Dearden Bob Dowty

Mike Kelly Eddie Crooks Reg Dearden Bob Dowty
Mike Kelly, Eddie Crooks, Reg Dearden, Bob Dowty, 1958 Manx Grand Prix

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Norton) 1953 Senior Clubman TT

Eddie Crooks (Norton) 1953 Senior Clubman TT
Eddie Crooks (Norton) on Bray Hill, 1953 Senior Clubman TT

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1990 Classic Parade Lap

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1990 Classic Parade Lap
Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) at Ramsey, 1990 Classic Parade Lap

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1990 Parade Lap

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1990 Parade Lap
Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) on Ballaugh Bridge, 1990 Parade Lap

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1983 Lightweight Classic Manx Grand Prix

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1983 Lightweight Classic Manx Grand Prix
29 years after winning the 1959 Senior Manx Grand Prix. Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) at St Ninians Crossroads, 1983 Lightweight Classic Manx Grand Prix

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1987 Junior Classic Manx Grand Prix

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1987 Junior Classic Manx Grand Prix
Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) at Sulby Bridge, 1987 Junior Classic Manx Grand Prix

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1986 Classic junior Manx Grand Prix

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1986 Classic junior Manx Grand Prix

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: 1967 Production TT

1967 Production TT
Testing the goods. Crooks Suzuki sponsored many TT and Manx Grand Prix riders/ Boss Eddie Crooks rode this T20 in the Production race

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Norton) 1959 Senior Manx Grand Prix

Eddie Crooks (Norton) 1959 Senior Manx Grand Prix

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1984 Historic TT

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1984 Historic TT

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Winners of the 1967 Lightweight MGP

Winners of the 1967 Lightweight MGP: Brian Ball (BS spl), Frank Whiteway (Crooks Suzuki) and Don Padgett (Padgett Yamaha). Also in attendance are Eddie Crooks and Peter Padgett

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (MZ) 1960 Lightweight TT

Eddie Crooks (MZ) 1960 Lightweight TT
Manxman Eddie Crooks (MZ) at Quarter Bridge: 1960 Lightweight TT

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1983 Lightweight Classic MGP

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1983 Lightweight Classic MGP
Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) on Bray Hill in the 1983 Lightweight Classic MGP

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1989 Classic Manx Grand Prix

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1989 Classic Manx Grand Prix
Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) at Ramsey: 1989 Classic Manx Grand Prix

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Norton) 1960 Junior TT

Eddie Crooks (Norton) 1960 Junior TT
Eddie Crooks (Norton) leaves Ramsey: 1960 Junior TT

Background imageEddie Crooks Collection: Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1984 Lightweight Classic MGP

Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) 1984 Lightweight Classic MGP
Suzuki dealer Eddie Crooks (Crooks Suzuki) in the 1984 Lightweight Classic MGP


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Eddie Crooks: A Legendary Figure in Motorcycle Racing From Reg Dearden's team at the 1958 Manx Grand Prix to being crowned winners of the 1967 Lightweight MGP, it has left an indelible mark on the world of motorcycle racing. Alongside his esteemed teammates Mike Kelly, Reg Dearden, and Bob Dowty, Crooks showcased his exceptional skills and determination. In 1960, riding an MZ bike, Eddie Crooks made history at the Ultra Lightweight TT. His relentless spirit and unwavering focus propelled him to new heights as he conquered challenges with finesse. The following year saw him triumph once again as part of the Peveril MCC team that clinched victory at the Junior MGP. Throughout his career, Crooks continued to push boundaries and set records. In 1984, astride a historic Suzuki machine, he participated in the prestigious TT event. Undeterred by obstacles or time passing by, Eddie remained a force to be reckoned with. The Senior Clubman TT in 1953 witnessed another remarkable performance from this extraordinary racer aboard a Norton bike. It was yet another testament to his prowess on two wheels. Even after decades had passed since his earlier victories, Eddie Crooks returned for parade laps that thrilled fans worldwide. In both 1990 and 1983 Classic Parade Laps aboard his beloved Crooks Suzuki machine or during various Manx Grand Prix events like the Junior Classic races in '87 and '86 respectively - he never failed to captivate audiences with his sheer skill and passion for racing. Eddie Crooks will forever be remembered as a true icon of motorcycle racing – a man who defied limits and etched himself into history books through countless triumphs on some of motorcycling's most challenging circuits. His legacy lives on as an inspiration for future generations of racers aiming to leave their own mark upon the world of motorsport.