Geoff Duke Collection

Geoff Duke (Gilera) 1953 Senior TT

Geoff Duke at Governors Bridge: 1952 Senior TT
The style and the speed of Geoff Duke as he leaves Governors Bridge in the 1952 Senior TT

Geoff Duke (350 Norton) 1951 Goodwood. This was the only motorcycle race meeting at Goodwood until the Revival meetings

Geoff Dukes first TT victory
Geoff Duke was employed by Norton as a trials rider, but it was his prowess on tarmac that made Geoff a motorcycling legend. Seen here after winning the 1949 Senior Clubman TT

Geoff Duke (Gilera) 1955 Senior TT
Geoff Duke (Gilera) at Union Mills; 1955 Senior TT

Geoff Duke (Gilera) 1953 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke (Norton) 1950 Junior TT
Geoff Duke (Norton) at Kates Cottage, 1950 Junior TT. It was whilst testing the new Rex McCandless framed Manx at this very spot on the TT course

Geoff Duke (Norton) 1952 Senior TT

14th International Empire Trophy Race
Still committed as a works Norton rider, Geoff Duke had several drives for Aston Martin in 1952, including the British Empire Trophy race. Seen here at Parkfield Corner on the Willaston course

Bob McIntyre (AJS) Geoff Duke (Gilera) John Surtees (Norton) 1954 Scarborough
3 racing superstars! Bob McIntyre (AJS) Geoff Duke (Gilera) John Surtees (Norton) 1954 Scarborough

Geoff Duke (Norton) 1950 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

1950 Ulster Grand Prix winners
Geoff Duke (Senior) Bob Foster (Junior) Maurice Cann (Lightweight, Carlo Ubbiali (Ultra Lightweight) 1950 Ulster Grand Prix

Cromie McCandless and Geoff Duke 1951 Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke, John Surtees, Bob Brown 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke and Alan Shepherd 1959 Senior Ulster Grand Prix
Geoff Duke and Alan Shepherd compose themselves before the 1959 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke (Gilera) 1973 Manx Grand Prix Parade Lap
Geoff Duke (Gilera) signs autographs after his 1973 Manx Grand Prix Parade Lap

Geoff Duke, Libero Liberati and Bob McIntyre 1957 Senior Ulster Grand Prix
Gilera team men Geoff Duke, Italian Libero Liberati and Bob McIntyre 1957 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke
A selection of Geoff Duke shots

Not a bad weeks work
Geoff Duke with the spoils of victory from the 1951 TT. The Mercurys are the Senior and Junior trophies, the bronze figure is the Jimmy Simpson trophy for the fastest lap

To the Victors - the spoils
The all-conquering Norton team take centre stage at the prizegiving. Left to right. Thomas Radcliffe, Mayor of Douglas, Johnny Lockett, Harold Daniell, Artie Bell, Geoff Duke and Gilbert Smith

Happy 90th Geoff
Geoff Duke celbrated his 90th birthday in 2013. This shows Geoff in practice on his International Norton for the 1949 Senior Clubman TT, his first TT victory

Norton, Geoff Duke, 1951 Isle of Man Tourist Tropy Race. Creator: Unknown
Norton, Geoff Duke, 1951 Isle of Man Tourist Tropy Race

Geoff Duke (BSA) 1955 Ulster Grand Prix
Suspended from racing by the authorities, Geoff Duke fettles the BSA he prepared for Des Wright to use in the 1955 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke Bob Foster Maurice Cann Carlo Ubbiali
Geoff Duke, Bob Foster, Maurice Cann, Carlo Ubbiali, 1950 Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke Norton 1951 Goodwood
Geoff Duke (Norton) 1951 Goodwood

Geoff Duke (Norton) 1951 Senior TT
Geoff Duke (Norton) after winning the 1951 Senior TT. His wife Pat is alongside, Gilbert Smith, MD of Norton wears the mac, Joe Craig looks over his right shoulder, Rex McCandless looks over his left

Geoff Duke, Reg Armstrong and Aussie Bob Brown 1957 Senior TT
Three Gilera pilots chat in the paddock: Geoff Duke, Reg Armstrong and Aussie Bob Brown 1957 Senior TT

Geoff Duke (Gilera) 1956 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Alistair King (AJS) Bob Brown (Norton) and Geoff Duke (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke (Norton) and Alan Shepherd (AJS) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Dukes Norton 1959 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

1951 Junior TT weigh-in
Geoff Duke brings his Manx Norton to the weigh-in. Geoff was to end the 1951 season as the BBC Sportsman of the Year and double world champion. In his racing career Geoff took 33 GP victories

Geoff Duke on Norton, with nurses after race in 1951. Creator: Unknown
Geoff Duke on Norton, with nurses after race in 1951

Geoff Duke (Gilera) 1973 Manx Grand Prix
Geoff Duke (Gilera) at Ramsey on the parade lap: 1973 Manx Grand Prix

Geoff Duke and Artie Bell (Norton) 1950 Senior TT
Two Norton stars, one at the end of his career, the other a new ace. Geoff Duke and Artie Bell (Norton) finish the 1950 Senior TT

Geoff Duke (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke (Gilera) 1954 Silverstone Saturday

Geoff Duke (Norton) on Bray Hill, 1950 Senior TT
Geoff Duke (Norton) on Bray Hill, winning the 1950 Senior TT on the new Featherbed Manx Norton

Scuderia Duke
Geoff Duke parades his Scuderia Duke Gilera at Jurby Airfield. Phil Read and John Hartle were his riders

Geof Duke (BMW) 1958 Senior TT
Geoff Duke at Cronk ny Mona in the 1958 Senior TT. Never really at home with the German twin, Geoff retired with brake trouble

Geoff Duke (Norton) 1959 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke at Quarter Bridge
Geoff Duke corners his International Norton at Quarter Bridge, en route to winning the Senior Clubman race

Geoff Duke (Gilera) at Braddan Bridge
Geoff Duke cautiously takes the Gilera round Braddan Bridge in the 1954 Senior TT. The race was red flagged after four laps; Duke had refuelled, Ray Amm (Norton) won with Geoff second

Geoff Duke 1951 TT
Geoff Duke displays his haul of trophies won during the 1951 TT

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Geoff Duke: A Legend on Two Wheels From the thrilling races at Governors Bridge to the iconic victories at the Senior TT, Geoff Duke's name became synonymous with motorcycle racing excellence. Born with a passion for speed and an unwavering determination, he left an indelible mark on the sport. In 1951, astride his powerful 350 Norton, Duke showcased his skills at Goodwood, leaving spectators in awe of his unmatched talent. It was just a glimpse of what was to come. The following year marked a milestone in his career as he clinched his first TT victory, etching his name into history books forever. Duke's partnership with Gilera proved fruitful as he dominated the Senior TT races in both 1953 and 1955. With each passing lap around the Isle of Man circuit, he pushed boundaries and shattered records. His fearless riding style captivated audiences worldwide. Not limited to one brand alone, Duke also tasted success aboard Norton motorcycles. In 1950, he conquered the Junior TT race with finesse and precision. That same year witnessed him triumphing at the prestigious Senior Ulster Grand Prix - another testament to his versatility as a rider. The International Empire Trophy Race saw Duke showcasing unparalleled skill alongside fellow legends Bob McIntyre (AJS) and John Surtees (Norton). Their battle on Scarborough's challenging track remains etched in fans' memories even today. Even after retiring from professional racing in 1959, Duke couldn't resist returning to two wheels during special events like the Manx Grand Prix in 1973. His love for motorcycles never waned; it remained ingrained deep within him until his last ride. Geoff Duke will forever be remembered as more than just a racer; he was an icon who pushed boundaries and redefined what it meant to be fast on two wheels. His legacy lives on through every twist of throttle by those inspired by his extraordinary career.