1961 Senior Tt Collection

Mike Hailwood winning the 1961 Senior TT
Heading for his first TT hat-trick, Mike Hailwood takes his Bill Stuart prepared Norton to victory in the 1961 Senior TT

The last Manx Norton TT win
Mike Hailwood winning the last TT forthe overhead camshaft Norton, a power unit that was firstused in 1927. Norton;s last victory was with a very different engine

Mike Hailwood (Norton); 1961 Senior TT
Mike Hailwood takes his Norton to his third TT win of TT 1961

Geoff Tanner (Norton) 1961 Senior TT

Winners enclosure; 1961 Senior TT
Left to right; Tom Phillis (Norton domiracer, third) Mike Hailwood, winner and runner up Bob McIntyre (Norton). Congratulating Mike is Rem Fower, winner of the 1907 Twin cylinder TT, also on a Norton

Stan Hailwood and Lew Ellis 1961 Senior TT
Stan Hailwood and Lew Ellis, Shell Mex and BPs competition manager, listen to the radio commentary of the 1961 Senior TT

Phil Read (Norton) 1961 Senior TT

Alistair King (Norton) 1961 Senior TT

Mike the Bikes 1961 TT; 3 wins out of 4
Chronicling Mike Hailwoods 1961 TT

Bob Mac tells all
Bob McIntyre gives an interview as his Senior Norton is fuelled for the 1961 Senior. Reflecting on the machines he was riding that year, he is quoted as saying he was riding a fast 250 (Honda)

The Domiracer
No one expected the speed and reliability of Doug Heles works development Domiracer twin. Turning laps at over the ton, Tom Phillis fiished third behind Mike Hailwood

Roland Foll (Matchless) 1961 Senior TT
Swiss Roland Foll (Matchless) 1961 Senior TT

Paddy Driver Norton) Mike Hailwood Norton 1961 Senior TT
South African Paddy Driver (Norton) leads Mike Hailwood (Norton) into Quarter Bridge, 1961 Senior TT

Jack Bullock (Norton) 1961 Senior TT
Jack Bullock (Norton) at Bedstead Corner, 1961 Senior TT

Ellis Boyce (Norton) 1961 Senior TT
Ellis Boyce (Norton) leaves Governors Bridge, 1961 Senior TT

John Farnsworth (Matchless) 1961 Senior TT
Kiwi John Farnsworth (Matchless) at Braddan Bridge, 1961 Senior TT

Ron Miles (Norton) 1961 Senior TT
Australian Ron Miles (Norton) at Signpost Corner, 1961 Senior TT

John Simmonds (Matchless) 1961 Senior TT
John Simmonds (Matchless) at Ginger Hall, 1961 Senior TT

Toni Schmitz (Norton) 1961 Senior TT
German Toni Schmitz (Norton) at Ginger Hall, 1961 Senior TT

1961 Senior TT
Bob McIntyre (Norton) leaves Governors Bridge on his way to second place. Bob was quoted as saying he was riding a fast 250 (Honda)

Every picture tells a story
Stan Hailwood listens intently to the BBCs report on the Senior TT, along with Shells Lew Ellis. His delight at Mikes third win of the week is self-evident in the second picture - he never got

Bob McIntyre (Norton) 1961 Senior TT
Scot Bob McIntyre (Norton) at Signpost Corner: 1961 Senior TT

Gary Hocking (MV) 1961 Senior TT

Rudolf Glaser at Bedstead Corner; 1961 Senior TT
Rudolf Glaser (Norton) at Bedstead Corner; 1961 Senior TT

Tom Phillis (Norton) 1961 Senior TT
Tom Phillis (Norton) at Governors Bridge; 1961 Senior TT

Don Chapman (Norton) 1961 Senior TT

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"1961 Senior TT: Mike Hailwood's Triumph and the Last Manx Norton Win" In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Mike Hailwood emerged victorious in the 1961 Senior TT, marking the last triumph for Manx Norton in this prestigious race. Riding his powerful Norton bike, Hailwood showcased his exceptional talent on the Isle of Man's treacherous Mountain Course. The competition was fierce as renowned riders such as Bob McIntyre and Geoff Tanner also took to the track with their Norton machines. McIntyre displayed remarkable speed and agility throughout the race, pushing himself to the limit to secure a top position. Meanwhile, Tanner demonstrated his unwavering commitment to excellence, leaving spectators in awe of his performance. However, it was Hailwood who stole the show that year. With unmatched precision and sheer determination, he maneuvered through every twist and turn with unparalleled grace. His victory not only solidified his status as one of racing's greats but also highlighted Norton's dominance on this legendary circuit. Paddy Driver also deserves recognition for his impressive showing aboard a Norton bike during this iconic event. Alongside him was Phil Read, whose skills were on full display as he navigated through challenging sections of the course with finesse. Hailwood's success in 1961 further cemented his legacy at the TT races; out of four events that year, he claimed an astonishing three wins. This achievement is a testament to both his natural talent and relentless dedication to mastering every aspect of motorcycle racing. Bob Macintosh provided fascinating insights into this historic race when he shared details about "The Domiracer, " an innovative machine that left its mark on motorcycling history during those exhilarating days at Isle of Man. Additionally, Roland Foll showcased Matchless' prowess by delivering an impressive performance in the Senior TT category.