Hi

I was wondering if anyone out there remembers my dad Roy Robinson who sadly passed away in 1983. He raced bikes in the 50's & 60's and was also mechanic for Phil Read and Mike Hailwood.

I am trying to find out as much as I can about his racing life. I obviously remember the trophies on the side board and him showing me photos and talking about his time racing and him mentioning names like Maurice Hawthorn, Oliver Howe, Ralph Bryans (who is still a family friend), Phil Read, Bill Ivy, Ferry Brouwer, Ron Eldridge, Tanaka San, John Hartle, Jake Allport, Nobby Clark, Tommy Robb to name a few. I have been doing a bit of research on and off over the past few years and have had contact with several people who remember him. I know that, among others, he raced Manx Norton at the International Road Races in Tubbergen on the program he is printed on the entrylist. 250cc on Greeves, 350cc on a Norton, 500cc on a Norton.

I hope that someone remembers my dad and can fill me in on more of his racing life.

Many thanks for taking the time to read this

Regards to all

Penny

Hi Penny and welcome.

I'm afraid I know almost nothing about your dad although the name is familiar, especially in connection with Readie. What nationality was he? Perhaps some pics would jog a few memories ?

Ok I will try to get one up - thanks