Motor Cycling Collection (page 2)

A new sport for motorcyclists (colour litho)
2808975 A new sport for motorcyclists (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new sport for motorcyclists)

The latest in sport (colour litho)
2777715 The latest in sport (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The latest in sport)

Italian Gorizia, The entry of the victorious troops into the conquered city (colour litho)
2777573 Italian Gorizia, The entry of the victorious troops into the conquered city (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian Gorizia)

A Tragic Leap (Colour Litho)
2783800 A Tragic Leap (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A tragic leap. A motorcyclist running at full speed on the Novara-Vercelli road collided against)

An exceptional race (colour litho)
2778038 An exceptional race (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An exceptional race)

Sand Racing
21st June 1913: Competitors in the South Wales and Cardiff Motor Cycle Speed Trials racing along the beach at Rest Bay Sands, Porthcawl. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Isle of Man: Ken Kavanagh, Austalian ace rider and a TT wnner, takes a keen interest in the Honda, Japanese 125 cc machines, which the Japanese team are riding in this years races. 27th May 1959

Luigi Taveri, of Switzerland, riding a Japanese Honda, pictured at Governors bridge during the lightweight 125 cc International Tourist Trophy race over the mountain circuit on the Isle of Man

Switzerlands Luigi Taveri riding a Honda, speeding out of the dip at Governor s
Switzerlands Luigi Taveri riding a Honda, speeding out of the dip at Governors Bridge on his final lap to win the 125 cc Lightweight race on the Isle of Man TT course. 7th June 1962

The fastest member of the Japanese team Taniguchi, rides a Japanese Honda 125 cc machine over the Clypse course here, preparing for the TT races. 27th May 1959

Isle of Man: It looks like a secret meeting is staged on the Isle fo Man yesterday as these men huddle on the grass. They are Honda mechanics from Japan who are currently on the island for the annual

Isle of Man: Jim Redman pictured at speed on his new four-cylinder Honda during the 250cc TT lightweight race here. 11th June 1963

Phil Read : born 1 January 1939, British Grand Prix motorcycle road racer. Seen here receiving a congratulatory kiss from his 16 year old girlfriend, Margaret Sheene

J Hartle, riding an Italian MV Agusta yesterday won the Junior TT Race in the Isle of Man, at 96.70 mph - a new record. Second was John Surtees, seen here, also riding an MV Agusta. 16 June 1960

Track During Race
16th July 1913: The racetrack at Brooklands during the BMCRC Six Hours Race. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Motorcycle Line-Up
24th March 1913: Contestants for the second motorcycle race line up at Brooklands, amidst a crowd. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Pre-Race Gathering
28th June 1912: A crowd gathers at the start of the Isle of Man Junior Tourist Trophy Race. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Essex Motor Club
30th August 1912: A crowd gathers at the garage of the Eagle Hotel for the start of the Essex Motor Clubs run to York. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Climbing Rural Road
11th August 1911: Motorcyclists with an Indian sidecar climbing up a country road during the 3rd day of the Auto Cycle Union Reliability Trials. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Water Course
9th August 1911: A motorcyclist tackles the water course during the Auto Cycle Union Reliability Trials. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Watching Trials
11th August 1911: Spectators watching the Auto Cycle Union Reliability Trials at Blue Bank. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Rounding Bend
9th August 1911: Motorcyclists P Shaw and G G Piggott, riding a 6 hp Zenitha, round the bend at Sutton Bank during the Auto Cycle Union reliability trials. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Breakfast Stop
5th August 1911: A motorcyclist competing in the Herts County AC rally leaves the Aberford breakfast stop. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Motorcycle Meeting
4th October 1913: The start of the 17th Short Motorcycle Handicap at the BARC Autumn Meeting at Brooklands. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Brooklands Side-Car
18th October 1913: The start of the motorcycle side-car race at the British Motor Cycle Race Club Open Championship Meeting at Brooklands. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Motorcycles Line Up
11th December 1908: Ready to start racing: three Oxford undergraduates on motorcycles at Brooklands racetrack. From left to right, A K Wilkie, M B MacKenzie and Ds McMinnies

Race Begins
13th April 1914: The start of the second motorcycle race at the ARA Easter meeting at Brooklands. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Motorcyclists
11th December 1908: Oxford undergraduates on motorcycles at Brooklands racetrack. From left to right, A K Wilkie, M B Mackenzie and Ds McMinnies. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Junior Tourist Trophy
19th May 1914: Hugh Mason is off at the start of the junior Tourist Trophy race on the Isle of Man (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Junior TT Start
19th May 1914: Competitors at the start of the Isle of Man Junior Tourist Trophy Race. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Riding Past House
12th August 1911: A motorcyclist riding along a country road after completing the Greenhow Hill climb during the 4th day of the Auto Cycle Union Reliability Trials

Herts County AC
5th August 1911: A check-in point at Doncaster for rallying motorcyclists of the Herts County Auto Cyclists. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bike At Brooklands
28th March 1914:s L Baileys new Douglas bike at the B.M.C.R.C meeting at Brooklands. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bikes At Brooklands
20th July 1910: The General Handicap motorcycle race in progress at the British Motor Cycle Race Club meeting at Brooklands, with Morgan, Collier and Bennett visible

Mike Hailwood : 2 April 1940 - 23 March 1981, British Grand Prix motorcycle road racer 28 August 1967

English champion John Surtees returns to the Monza track at the wheel of the new 12 cylinder Ferrari. 1 April 1966

John Surtees, Briatins ace motor-cyclist, seen before he left London Airport for Milan, to compete in the forthcoming Grand Prix at Monza

Kunimitsu Takahashi, 22 year old Japanese motorcyling star, pictured at speed seconds before he crashed his Honda machine during the 125 cc Lightweight event in the International Tourist Trophy Race

John Surtees leaving his honda after retiring with engine trouble during the Race of Champions at Brands Hatch, Kent, England. 13 March 1967

A portrait of John Surtees taken earlier in the year of the reigning world motor racing champion, as he was taken to hospital at Toronto for an emergency operation after being seriously injured in a

John Surtees No 4, driving a Lola 70 Chevrolet. He won both heats of the Guards International race, Brands Hatch, Kent, England. 30 August 1965

A portrait of John Surtees ex World Champion motor cyclist and F1 racing car driver

Japanese machines enjoyed a great sucess in the two lightweight solo events during the frist day of the Tourist Trophy Race at Douglas, Isle of Man

Isle of Man: N Taniguchi of Japan takes the corner at speed, riding a 125cc Japanese honda. He is competing in the forthcoming TT races. 27th May 1959

Isle of Man: One of the Japanese team members T Tanaka speeds round thes maller Clypse circuit here on a Japanese Honda 125cc machine, rehearsing for the TT races. 27th May 1959

Japanese machines enjoyed a great success in the two lightweight solo events during the first day of the Tourist Trophy Race at Douglas, Isle of Man

Isle of Man: Japanese rider Taniguchi on a Honda machine racing round the Manx track in the TT race at Douglas on 3rd June 1959

Mettet, Belgium : Britains famous John Surtees riding his MV Augusta at the Internation Motor Cycling meet. Surtees won the 350 cc event at an average speed of 90 mph and the 500cc event at 95

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"Unleashing the Thrill of Motorcycling: A Glimpse into Isle of Man TT Races" Revving their engines and embracing the adrenaline rush, motorcyclists from around the world gather on the picturesque Isle of Man for an exhilarating display of speed, skill, and sheer determination. In a historic moment that will forever be etched in motorcycle racing history, Mike Hailwood triumphantly rode his Norton to victory at the Senior International TT race. The deafening roars echoed through every corner as he conquered each bend with unwavering precision. The Isle of Man TT races have become synonymous with heart-pounding excitement and daredevil feats. Carrying on this tradition, both car and motorbike enthusiasts flock to witness this unparalleled spectacle where speed meets bravery head-on. Amongst the sea of competitors were members of the Japanese team who had journeyed across continents to prove their mettle on these treacherous roads. Their dedication was palpable as they meticulously prepared their Honda machines in pits adorned with focused mechanics working tirelessly. Capturing every breathtaking moment was a dedicated T. T photographer, freezing time amidst roaring engines and blurred landscapes. Each click immortalized these extraordinary athletes pushing themselves beyond limits known only to them. John Surtees soared over Ballaugh Bridge astride his MV machine, defying gravity itself. His audacious leap suspended him momentarily above ground before landing back onto terra firma - a testament to human resilience intertwined with mechanical marvels. Even after facing adversity in life-altering accidents, legends like John Surtees refused to let go of their passion for racing. Stepping into a new chapter fueled by indomitable spirit, he continued chasing victories that would inspire generations yet unborn. As engines roared towards victory's embrace at each race finish line, triumphant riders reveled in their hard-fought success within the paddock's jubilant atmosphere.