1950 Lightweight Tt Collection

The Bungalow Hotel
Maurice Cann leads Tommy Wood in the 1950 Lightweight TT, This daunting building is what faced riders at the Bungalow up until 1957 when the Kissack family won the tender to remove it

Dario Ambrosini (Benelli) 1950 Lightweight TT
Italian ace Dario Ambrosini (Benelli) prior to the start of the 1950 Lightweight TT

Harold Kirby (Excelsior) 1950 Lightweight TT
Harold Kirby (Excelsior) leads the field down Bray: 1950 Lightweight TT

Bob Geeson REG 1950 Lightweight TT
Bob Geeson (REG) at Quarry Bends, 1950 Lightweight TT

Maurice Cann (Guzzi) 1950 Lightweight TT
Maurice Cann at Bray Hill in the 1950 Lightweight TT; he finished second to Dario Ambrosini

Len Bayliss (Elbee Special) 1950 Lightweight TT
Len Bayliss (Elbee Special) at Governors Bridge, 1950 Lightweight TT

Maurice Cann (Guzzi) and Dario Ambrosini (Benelli) 1950 Lightweight TT
Maurice Cann (Guzzi) and Dario Ambrosini (Benelli) after the 1950 Lightweight TT

John Harrowell (LEF) 1950 Lightweight TT
John Harrowell (LEF) at Cronk ny Mona, 1950 Lightweight TT

Bill Webster (Excelsior) 1950 Lightweight TT

Roland Pike (Pike Rudge) 1950 Lightweight TT
Roland Pike (Pike Rudge) at Braddan Bridge; 1950 Lightweight TT

B Holden (CTS) 1950 Lightweight TT
B Holden (CTS) on Bray Hill 1950 Lightweight TT

Roland Pike (Rudge) 1950 Lightweight TT
Roland Pike (Rudge) on Bray Hill: 1950 Lightweight TT

Ronnie Mead (Velocette) 1950 Lightweight TT

Arnold Jones (Guzzi) 1950 Lightweight TT

Maurice Cann on Bray Hill
Maurice Cann at Bray Hill in the 1950 Lightweight TT; he finished second to Dario Ambrosini

Wilmot Evans (AJS) 1950 Lightweight TT
Wilmot Evans (AJS) at Braddan Bridge, 1950 Lightweight TT

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The year was 1950, and the Bungalow Hotel was buzzing with excitement as motorcycle enthusiasts from all over gathered for the highly anticipated Lightweight TT race. Amongst the crowd were some of the most skilled riders of their time, ready to showcase their talents on the challenging Isle of Man circuit. Dario Ambrosini, representing Benelli, was a force to be reckoned with. His sleek and powerful machine roared through each turn, leaving his competitors in awe. Not far behind him was Harold Kirby on his Excelsior bike, determined to give Ambrosini a run for his money. But it wasn't just these two riders who stole the show that day. Bob Geeson aboard his REG motorcycle displayed incredible skill and precision as he maneuvered through every twist and bend. Meanwhile, Maurice Cann showcased Guzzi's prowess by pushing boundaries and setting new records. Len Bayliss took things up a notch with his Elbee Special bike, proving that innovation could lead to success in this thrilling sport. And when Cann joined forces with Ambrosini during one leg of the race, spectators couldn't help but marvel at their synchronized speed and expertise. John Harrowell represented LEF admirably during this intense competition while Bill Webster showed off Excelsior's reliability and power on every lap. With each rider showcasing their unique style and technique, it became clear that this event would go down in history as one for the books. As Dario Ambrosini crossed the finish line first after an exhilarating battle against tough opponents like Len Bayliss once again proved why Benelli had become synonymous with victory in lightweight racing events. The 1950 Lightweight TT brought together daring riders from different manufacturers who pushed themselves beyond limits to claim glory on those treacherous roads. It was a testament to human determination and passion for speed that continues to captivate audiences even today.