{"id":14251,"date":"2024-07-22T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-23T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=14251"},"modified":"2024-07-21T21:28:40","modified_gmt":"2024-07-22T04:28:40","slug":"greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/","title":{"rendered":"The 13 Most Iconic Motorcycle Racers of All Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Motorcycle racing has seen many legendary racers over the years, each leaving an indelible mark on the sport. Here, we give you the 13 of the greatest motorcycle racers in history. Each racer has shown exceptional skill, bravery, and determination, making them stand out in the high-speed, high-risk world of motorcycle racing. Their achievements have not only won them championships and races but also the admiration and respect of fans and peers alike, securing their places as legends in the annals of the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Valentino_Rossi\" title=\"Valentino Rossi\">Valentino Rossi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Giacomo_Agostini\" title=\"Giacomo Agostini\">Giacomo Agostini<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Mike_Hailwood\" title=\"Mike Hailwood\">Mike Hailwood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Marc_Marquez\" title=\"Marc M\u00e1rquez\">Marc M\u00e1rquez<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Mick_Doohan\" title=\"Mick Doohan\">Mick Doohan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Kenny_Roberts\" title=\"Kenny Roberts\">Kenny Roberts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#John_Surtees\" title=\"John Surtees\">John Surtees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Casey_Stoner\" title=\"Casey Stoner\">Casey Stoner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Angel_Nieto\" title=\"\u00c1ngel Nieto\">\u00c1ngel Nieto<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Barry_Sheene\" title=\"Barry Sheene\">Barry Sheene<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Wayne_Rainey\" title=\"Wayne Rainey\">Wayne Rainey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Jorge_Lorenzo\" title=\"Jorge Lorenzo\">Jorge Lorenzo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#Freddie_Spencer\" title=\"Freddie Spencer\">Freddie Spencer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#21_Affordable_Vehicles_Ready_to_Conquer_Any_Terrain\" title=\"21 Affordable Vehicles Ready to Conquer Any Terrain\">21 Affordable Vehicles Ready to Conquer Any Terrain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\/#13_Best_GM_Trucks_Ever_Built\" title=\"13 Best GM Trucks Ever Built\">13 Best GM Trucks Ever Built<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Valentino_Rossi\"><\/span>Valentino Rossi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_2023005611.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_2023005611.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_2023005611-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_2023005611-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Rainer Herhaus \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/zeltweg-austria-august-5-2021-italian-2023005611\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Often regarded as the greatest of all time, Valentino Rossi, nicknamed &#8216;The Doctor,&#8217; has nine World Championships to his name, with seven in the premier class. His flamboyant style, charisma, and longevity in the sport have made him a fan favorite. Rossi\u2019s ability to consistently challenge for titles over two decades sets him apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Giacomo_Agostini\"><\/span>Giacomo Agostini<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_125622416.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_125622416.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_125622416-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_125622416-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Rodrigo Garrido \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/madrid-spain-oct-29-italian-15-125622416\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>With a record 15 world titles (8 in the 500cc class and 7 in the 350cc class) and 122 Grand Prix wins, Agostini is a legend in motorcycle racing. Racing primarily during the 1960s and 1970s, his dominance in the sport was unparalleled at the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mike_Hailwood\"><\/span>Mike Hailwood<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"1198\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mike_Hailwood_Bestanddeelnr_920-4259.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mike_Hailwood_Bestanddeelnr_920-4259.jpg 790w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mike_Hailwood_Bestanddeelnr_920-4259-198x300.jpg 198w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mike_Hailwood_Bestanddeelnr_920-4259-675x1024.jpg 675w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mike_Hailwood_Bestanddeelnr_920-4259-768x1165.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Anefo \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mike_Hailwood,_Bestanddeelnr_920-4259.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Known as &#8220;Mike the Bike&#8221; for his natural talent on motorcycles, Hailwood won 9 World Championships and 76 Grand Prix races. His comeback win at the Isle of Man TT in 1978, after an 11-year absence, is the stuff of legend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marc_Marquez\"><\/span>Marc M\u00e1rquez<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_1205718718.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_1205718718.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_1205718718-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_1205718718-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: mooinblack \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/marc-marquez-spain-repsol-honda-team-1205718718\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As one of the youngest riders to ever win a MotoGP championship, M\u00e1rquez is known for his aggressive style and remarkable skill. With multiple world titles in the premier class to his name, he continues to be a dominant force in the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mick_Doohan\"><\/span>Mick Doohan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"722\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_751148659.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_751148659.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_751148659-300x217.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_751148659-768x554.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Gaie Uchel \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/kuala-lumpur-october-25th-2017-legendry-751148659\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Australian dominated the 500cc World Championship in the 1990s, winning five consecutive titles from 1994 to 1998. Doohan&#8217;s career was marked by his comeback from a nearly career-ending injury in 1992, showcasing his determination and skill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kenny_Roberts\"><\/span>Kenny Roberts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"1199\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Training_TT_Assen_Kenny_Roberts_Bestanddeelnr_929-7836.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Training_TT_Assen_Kenny_Roberts_Bestanddeelnr_929-7836.jpg 790w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Training_TT_Assen_Kenny_Roberts_Bestanddeelnr_929-7836-198x300.jpg 198w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Training_TT_Assen_Kenny_Roberts_Bestanddeelnr_929-7836-675x1024.jpg 675w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Training_TT_Assen_Kenny_Roberts_Bestanddeelnr_929-7836-768x1166.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Koen Suyk \/ Anefo \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Training_TT_Assen_Kenny_Roberts,_Bestanddeelnr_929-7836.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Roberts was the first American to win the 500cc World Championship, achieving this feat three times. His innovative riding style, which included hanging off the bike in corners, influenced generations of riders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"John_Surtees\"><\/span>John Surtees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"919\" height=\"1198\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/John_Surtees_winnaar_500CC_Bestanddeelnr_907-8597_cropped.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/John_Surtees_winnaar_500CC_Bestanddeelnr_907-8597_cropped.jpg 919w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/John_Surtees_winnaar_500CC_Bestanddeelnr_907-8597_cropped-230x300.jpg 230w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/John_Surtees_winnaar_500CC_Bestanddeelnr_907-8597_cropped-786x1024.jpg 786w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/John_Surtees_winnaar_500CC_Bestanddeelnr_907-8597_cropped-768x1001.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 919px) 100vw, 919px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Joop van Bilsen \/ Anefo \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:John_Surtees,_winnaar_500CC,_Bestanddeelnr_907-8597_cropped.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Unique in the world of motorsport, Surtees is the only person to have won World Championships on both two wheels and four. He claimed seven titles in motorcycle racing before switching to Formula One, where he also won a championship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Casey_Stoner\"><\/span>Casey Stoner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_88525381.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_88525381.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_88525381-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_88525381-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: LEVANTEMEDIA \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/valencia-spain-november-9-casey-stoner-88525381\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Australian rider won two MotoGP World Championships and was known for his ability to ride bikes to their limit. His unexpected retirement at a young age left fans wondering what more he could have achieved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Angel_Nieto\"><\/span>\u00c1ngel Nieto<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_689581879.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_689581879.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_689581879-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_689581879-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Rodrigo Garrido \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/madrid-spain-oct-29-spanish-121-689581879\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Nieto was a giant in the smaller classes of motorcycle racing, winning 13 World Championships, primarily in the 50cc and 125cc classes. His total Grand Prix wins stand at an impressive 90.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Barry_Sheene\"><\/span>Barry Sheene<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"562\" height=\"803\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Barry_Sheene_winner.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Barry_Sheene_winner.jpg 562w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Barry_Sheene_winner-210x300.jpg 210w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 562px) 100vw, 562px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Lawson Speedway&nbsp;\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Barry%20Sheene&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Barry_Sheene_winner.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The British rider was a two-time 500cc World Champion and a charismatic figure in the sport. Sheene was known for his flamboyant lifestyle and his battles with Kenny Roberts, which popularized motorcycle racing in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wayne_Rainey\"><\/span>Wayne Rainey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_2237550677.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_2237550677.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_2237550677-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_2237550677-768x507.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Sarnia&nbsp;\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/goodwood-sussex-uk-25-june-2022-2237550677\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Rainey&#8217;s career in the 500cc class was marked by three consecutive World Championships. His career was tragically cut short by an accident that left him paralyzed, but his impact on the sport remains profound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jorge_Lorenzo\"><\/span>Jorge Lorenzo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_1449883973.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_1449883973.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_1449883973-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/shutterstock_1449883973-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Rainer Herhaus&nbsp;\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/le-mans-france-may-19-spanish-1449883973\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A smooth and precise rider, Lorenzo has won multiple MotoGP World Championships. 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His natural talent and smooth riding style were his trademarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared on <a href=\"http:\/\/13-greatest-motorcycle-racers-in-history\" target=\"_blank\">MyCarMakesNoise<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>21 Cars Built to Last Beyond 250,000 Miles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"652\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-202.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28095\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-202.png 652w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-202-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 652px) 100vw, 652px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Vershinin89 \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/ufa-russia-1-july-2019-new-1502770016\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Choosing a car that offers both reliability and longevity is crucial for many drivers. They seek vehicles that not only fulfill daily requirements but also have the ability to surpass significant mileage milestones with minimal complications. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/other\/21-cars-built-to-last-beyond-250-000-miles\/ss-BB1nuByd?cvid=208cbebd534c4856b3b3b2c03613f42b&amp;ei=53\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Affordable_Vehicles_Ready_to_Conquer_Any_Terrain\"><\/span>21 Affordable Vehicles Ready to Conquer Any Terrain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"652\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-201.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28094\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-201.png 652w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-201-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 652px) 100vw, 652px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: emirhankaramuk \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/istanbul-turkey-august-9-2022-jeep-2189011125\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Embarking on off-road adventures doesn&#8217;t have to come with a hefty price tag. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned trailblazer or a weekend warrior, plenty of affordable vehicles can tackle rough terrain with ease. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/autos-suvs\/21-affordable-vehicles-ready-to-conquer-any-terrain\/ss-BB1nuefI?cvid=208cbebd534c4856b3b3b2c03613f42b&amp;ei=52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Best_GM_Trucks_Ever_Built\"><\/span>13 Best GM Trucks Ever Built<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"654\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-200.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28093\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-200.png 654w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-200-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 654px) 100vw, 654px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: adolf martinez soler \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/slovang-united-states-august-5-2022-2240352131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>General Motors (GM) trucks are renowned for their powerful performance and unwavering reliability, consistently standing out with rugged durability and innovative design. Whether you\u2019re a collector, an adventurer, or in need of a dependable work vehicle, GM\u2019s lineup includes some of the most iconic trucks that meet a diverse array of needs. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/autos-trucks\/13-best-gm-trucks-ever-built\/ss-BB1nu3z5?cvid=208cbebd534c4856b3b3b2c03613f42b&amp;ei=50\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Motorcycle racing has seen many legendary racers over the years, each leaving an indelible mark on the sport. 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