Joe Craig Collection

Artie Bell (Norton) 1949 Senior TT
Artie Bell (Norton) after finishing fourth in the 1949 Senior TT. Behind his shoulder is Nortons Gilbert Smith, behind his front wheel is Joe Craig

Artie Bell & Harold Daniell (Norton) 1950 Junior TT
Artie Bell & Harold Daniell (Norton) stop for a plug chop, in practice for the 1950 Junior TT. Joe Craig is overseeing the work, and Rex McCandless is changing Harold Daniell plug

Joe Craig; Harold Daniell; Gilbert Smith: Steve Lancefield; Norton; 1949 Senior TT

Harold Daniell (Norton) 1938 Senior TT
Winner of pre- and post-WWII TTs, Harold Daniell (Norton) 1938 Senior TT. Behind the bike is Joe Craig and behind the fron wheel is Jimmie Simpson

Joe Craig, 1954 TT
Norton race team manager Joe Craig, 1954 TT

1948 Senior TT Norton team
Norton race manager Joe Craig (centre picture, dark suit) marshals his team fora photo shoot. No. 72 is Harold Daniell, No. 41 is Artie Bell and No. 62 is Ken Bills

Joe Craig Harold Daniell Artie Bell Ken Bills
Joe Craig, Harold Daniell, Artie Bell, Ken Bills (Norton) 1947 Senior TT

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

Joe Craig (Norton) 1927 Senior TT
Joe Craig (Norton) at Governors Bridge, 1927 Senior TT

Artie Bell (Norton) 1950 Senior TT
Artie Bell (Norton) after winning the 1950 Senior TT. Behind the tank is Joe Craig, Norton team manager and at the front of the bike is Rex MacCandless, who designed the Featherbed frame

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Joe Craig, a legendary figure in the world of motorcycle racing, left an indelible mark on the sport with his remarkable achievements. From his early triumphs in the Senior TT races of 1927 and 1949 to his later successes alongside Artie Bell and Harold Daniell, Joe Craig's name became synonymous with speed and skill. In 1927, riding for Norton, Joe Craig made history by clinching victory in the prestigious Senior TT race. This win catapulted him into the spotlight as one of the most promising young talents of his time. Fast forward to 1949, and once again it was Joe Craig who emerged victorious in this grueling event, showcasing his unwavering determination and unmatched talent. Teaming up with fellow Norton riders Artie Bell and Harold Daniell in the Junior TT race of 1950 proved to be a winning combination. Their synchronized efforts led them to claim yet another triumph for Norton motorcycles. The bond between these riders extended beyond their shared victories; they formed a brotherhood fueled by their passion for racing. Throughout his career, Joe Craig consistently pushed himself to new limits while representing Norton at various competitions. Alongside teammates Gilbert Smith and Steve Lancefield during the thrilling 1949 Senior TT race, he demonstrated unparalleled courage on two wheels. The year 1954 saw Joe Craig playing an instrumental role in testing Norton's latest creation -the winner of that year's Senior TT race- before its official debut. His expertise helped fine-tune this magnificent machine that would go on to dominate future races. Not only did Joe Craig excel individually but also as part of formidable teams like those including Harold Daniell, Artie Bell, Ken Bills or Geoff Duke – all united under one common goal: victory. Looking back at history reveals that Harold Daniell had previously secured success at the Senior TT races held in both 1938 and alongside Joe Craig again in '49 – a testament to their shared prowess.