Wednesday, April 8, 2009

1978 Mike Hailwood Isle of Man Comeback 6-Page Article







Mike the Bike - Hailwood doesn't believe in his legend. He isn't technical. He's 38 years old. But he always liked the IoM, so...

Photo captions:

At his peak, Hailwood wrestled the Honda Four to win after win and set an Isle of Man lap record that stood for nine years.....

Checking the Ducati's riding position at his first 1978 test session.

Testing for the Isle of Man began on a rainy day at Oulton Park.

What was it like to ride the Honda GP bikes? Mike waiting for a start in 1966 tells that story without words.

It's always nice to be back in the winner's circle.

Back on form, at Quarter Bridge on the modified-production Ducati.

1978 Mike Hailwood Isle of Man Comeback 6-Page Article available at www.DadsVintageAds.com

Search our Magazine Back Issue Index for old Motorcycle Magazine Back Issues for sale.








To search our full inventory of Vintage Motorcycle Advertisements, Articles, and Road Tests CLICK HERE.

No comments:

Post a Comment