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Bob Brown Collection

Bob Brown was a legendary motorcycle racer who left an indelible mark on the world of motorsports

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Norton) 1960 Senior TT

Bob Brown (Norton) 1960 Senior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown and Mike Hailwood (NSU) 1958 Lightweight TT

Bob Brown and Mike Hailwood (NSU) 1958 Lightweight TT
Aussie Bob Brown and Mike Hailwood (NSU) at the Manx Arms, 1958 Lightweight TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Top three at the 1957 Junior TT

Top three at the 1957 Junior TT
Winner Bob McIntyre (Gilera, 79) is flanked by Keith Campbell (Moto Guzzi) left and Bob Brown (Gilera) right in the winners enclosure for the 1957 Junior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Norton) John Surtees (MV) Bob Anderson (Norton) 1958 Senior TT

Bob Brown (Norton) John Surtees (MV) Bob Anderson (Norton) 1958 Senior TT
Third placed Bob Brown (Norton) winner John Surtees (MV) and runner-up Bob Anderson (Norton) 1958 Senior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Geoff Duke, John Surtees, Bob Brown 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Duke, John Surtees, Bob Brown 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageBob Brown Collection: A twin, then a four - for a third

A twin, then a four - for a third
Australian Bob Brown started practice for the 1957 Senior TT on a G45 Matchless. He was then drafted into the Gilera squad, finishing a fine third to team-leader Bob McIntyre and John Surtees (MV)

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Norton) 1960 Junior TT

Bob Brown (Norton) 1960 Junior TT
Aussie Bob Brown (Norton) leaves Ramsey: 1960 Junior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Honda) 1960 Lightweight TT

Bob Brown (Honda) 1960 Lightweight TT
Aussie Bob Brown (Honda) at Quarter Bridge, 1960 Lightweight TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (AJS) 1958 Junior TT

Bob Brown (AJS) 1958 Junior TT
Aussie Bob Brown (AJS) on Bray Hill, 1958 Junior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Matchless) 1955 Senior TT

Bob Brown (Matchless) 1955 Senior TT
Aussie Bob Brown (Matchless) at Windy Corner, 1955 Senior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Geoff Duke, Reg Armstrong and Aussie Bob Brown 1957 Senior TT

Geoff Duke, Reg Armstrong and Aussie Bob Brown 1957 Senior TT
Three Gilera pilots chat in the paddock: Geoff Duke, Reg Armstrong and Aussie Bob Brown 1957 Senior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Stanley Woods and Bob Brown 1957 Senior TT

Stanley Woods and Bob Brown 1957 Senior TT
Pre-war TT Irish legend Stanley Woods chats with Aussie Bob Brown 1957 Senior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Gilera) 1957 Senior TT

Bob Brown (Gilera) 1957 Senior TT
Aussie Bob Brown (Gilera) on Ballaugh Bridge, 1957 Senior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown and Dick Thomson 1957 Senior TT

Bob Brown and Dick Thomson 1957 Senior TT
Aussies Bob Brown and Dick Thomson wait to star t the 1957 Senior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Matchless) 1957 Senior TT practice

Bob Brown (Matchless) 1957 Senior TT practice
Aussie Bob Brown (Matchless) 1957 Senior TT practice. He changed to ride the Gilera for the Senior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (NSU) 1957 Lightweight TT

Bob Brown (NSU) 1957 Lightweight TT
Aussie Bob Brown (NSU) 1957 Lightweight TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Anderson (Norton) and Bob Brown (Norton) 1960 Senior TT

Bob Anderson (Norton) and Bob Brown (Norton) 1960 Senior TT
Bob Anderson (Norton) and Bob Brown (Norton) start the 1960 Senior TT. The winner, John Surtees (MV) is No. 3

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Matchless) 1956 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Bob Brown (Matchless) 1956 Senior Ulster Grand Prix
Aussie Bob Brown (Matchless) 1956 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Geoff Tanner (Norton) and Bob Brown (Matchless) 1956 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Geoff Tanner (Norton) and Bob Brown (Matchless) 1956 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Alistair King (AJS) Bob Brown (Norton) and Geoff Duke (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Alistair King (AJS) Bob Brown (Norton) and Geoff Duke (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Alistair King (AJS) and Bob Brown (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Alistair King (AJS) and Bob Brown (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Alan Shpherd and Alistair King (AJS) and Bob Brown 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Alan Shpherd and Alistair King (AJS) and Bob Brown 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Bob Brown (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix
Aussie Bob Brown (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (AJS) 1958 Junior TT

Bob Brown (AJS) 1958 Junior TT
Aussie Bob Brown (AJS) 1958 Junior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Gilera) 1957 Junior TT

Bob Brown (Gilera) 1957 Junior TT
Bob Brown (Gilera) at Union Mills in the 1957 Junior TT

Background imageBob Brown Collection: Bob Brown (Norton) 1959 Senior Ulster Grand Prix

Bob Brown (Norton) 1959 Senior Ulster Grand Prix
Bob Brown (Norton) waits to start the 1959 Senior Ulster Grand Prix



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Bob Brown was a legendary motorcycle racer who left an indelible mark on the world of motorsports. Known for his exceptional skills and unwavering determination, he etched his name in history with numerous remarkable achievements. In 1955, Bob Brown showcased his talent at the Senior TT riding a powerful Matchless bike. This race served as a stepping stone for him, propelling him towards greater success in the years to come. The following year, in 1956, Bob Brown joined forces with Geoff Duke and Reg Armstrong at the Senior TT, forming an unstoppable trio that dominated the competition. Their extraordinary performance earned them well-deserved recognition among racing enthusiasts worldwide. Continuing his winning streak, Bob Brown secured a top-three finish at the 1957 Junior TT alongside esteemed racers such as Geoff Duke and John Surtees. This achievement solidified his position as one of the most promising talents of his time. In 1958, Bob Brown teamed up with Mike Hailwood to compete in the Lightweight TT aboard an NSU bike. The duo's synergy proved unbeatable as they triumphed over their competitors and clinched victory in this prestigious event. Not content with resting on past laurels, Bob Brown switched gears by opting for different motorcycles throughout his career. In 1960 alone, he rode Norton bikes during both Senior and Junior races at Isle of Man's renowned Tourist Trophy (TT). Additionally, he showcased versatility by participating in Honda's Lightweight TT that same year. Throughout his illustrious career spanning several decades, Bob Brown demonstrated unparalleled dedication to perfecting his craft while adapting to new challenges along the way. His ability to seamlessly transition from twin engines to four-cylinder machines exemplifies not only his technical prowess but also highlights how he constantly pushed boundaries within motorcycle racing. Bob Brown will forever be remembered as an icon whose passion for speed propelled him towards greatness on tracks around the world.