Barry Sheene World Champion

Barry Sheene World Champion

[@greyhound3561]

Here in Australia the spectators all get together prior to the race and ride down to the track on Phillip Island from Melbourne`s outskirts, - the Barry Sheene memorial Run. Watching thousands of Aussie bikers taking part in an event dedicated to an English rider certainly gives you an idea of how much Barry was liked by all of Australia, He was a class act..

[@alainguinot7951]

I'm 70 and my heart is still for Barry ❤❤❤❤ Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@flytristan24]

My godfathers uncle is barry

[@peterglueck]

Barry, the one and only no. 7! I am from Germany, 65 years old and Barry was my hero in the 70th

[@nickpollard6494]

A true sporting legend. 46 minutes of very interesting viewing. Thank you.

[@anthonyleighton4754]

His battles with Kenny Roberts were legendary imagine a night out with Barry and James Hunt ....

[@mathewdavies6472]

My two greatest racers of all time, bet they would have had some laughs together

[@TroystonB]

Happy 70th birthday Barry... You're still missed.

[@Saddlebags73]

When I was a young boy in the 70’s, I was Barry Sheene on Saturdays and Sundays, pushing my bicycle to its limits. R.I.P. Barry Sheene...and the other legend here, Murray Walker.

[@greenfingers562]

Well said 👏 👍

[@IMMORTALDIO]

same lol unless it was a sunday and i had just watched chips lol.

[@Saddlebags73]

@@IMMORTALDIO Wow! That's a memory jerker. I remember getting a woo woo siren for my handlebars one xmas. Can't remember if I was Poncherello or John Baker :D

[@timwilkinson2797]

Great post sad73 !! ( Me too )

[@Saddlebags73]

@@timwilkinson2797 nice! Thanks brother 👍🏼

[@zxr-cade2026]

Barry like most other British legends flew the flag high for England and the whole of the U.K. we all miss you Barry may you ride in peace 🇬🇧

[@frostyfrost4094]

Not only did he fly the flag he was also a helicopter pilot sadly now flying with the Angels.

[@orange1666]

When the British flag was something to be proud of , we need turn the clock back

[@volksquadman]

My first Transalantic visit. Oulton park, i think in '76, he rode through the gravel blipping that thottle less than a foot away from me, i though i would go deaf from that Music.. I was 10 or 11 i think. Him & Eddie Kid had such an effect on my life to present day. I wonder if this happens to todays kids being keept so 'Safe' Magnificent times. A real 'Dude' 20 Embassays puleez!

[@John2801Walsh]

Barry was a legend - the quintessential Englishman - loved by all. John - an Irishman.

[@TheBazza2556]

As a kid in the 70s, he was my absolute hero, end of.......the best there has ever been, he brought motorcycle superbikes to life, RIP Bazza, always number 1

[@mathewdavies6472]

Barry Sheene and James Hunt, my all time greatest racers. RIP

[@peterblazeby4783]

Met him at brands in the 70,s great bloke who always had time for his fans,I cried when he passed,a true gentleman,who I for one will never forget,it's because of him I got into racing,and I thank him for it 💓

[@derekclark7545]

I rode my first bike a T250R Suzuki down to Brand Hatch and watched Barry ride his 500cc twin cylinder Suzuki in blue and white to Victory, on that day a real Hero came into my life and he has never left. Thanks for all the dreams and aspirations you have given me and millions of others. By the way this is the best video of Barry's life I have seen, thanks.

[@polygamous1]

Everybody loved Barry a great bloke down to earth balls of steel the bloke anyone would be proud to be his friends RIP dear Barry we miss you we wont ever forget you

[@carlstark6857]

Happy 70th RIP Barry sheene

[@rogerkay8603]

Well said brother.

[@chriswood7794]

My boyhood hero. I have long hair, so I can try to look like Barry. I am not gay, but he is the best looking man... Ever.

[@polygamous1]

@@chriswood7794 A great bloke a very skillful and totally fearless rider many times too fearless for his own well been a Legend Yes 100% by saying the truth does Not make you gay mate, keep safe

[@allanhughes7859]

Murray Walker what a man Just What a gentleman !!!!!! God bless both these folk !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@topcat4643]

Murray Walker was a miserable bugger, both my kids at brands hatch one time asked Murray Walker for his autograph…..and he’s exact words were……F*ck off you little ***t’s 😂😂😂😂😂

[@davidskaar3232]

Pop a cork...laugh at the moon..ride the wind through corners and straights...Barry gave us all joy.

[@philgwellington6036]

You should write poetry... your nearly there.. kind regards

[@vicentmargaritmahiquez1171]

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[@vicentmargaritmahiquez1171]

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[@philgwellington6036]

@@vicentmargaritmahiquez1171 For u "Barry Sheene" Pop a cork Ride the wind Laugh at the moon Barry gave us joy ... Living on the edge Thrilling to rev Us into a world We dare not go To only dream ..

[@smith2781]

I just helped my mum clear some of the stuff out of her loft and was looking through some old photos and found a photo of her on the back of a motorbike with Barry Sheene.

[@tomakafrankconlon3207]

Piss off you attention seeking troll.

[@smith2781]

@@tomakafrankconlon3207 ????? I’m not trying to seek any attention. I was just commenting on an old photo I found of when my parents went to a GP back in the day that’s all. If that’s upset you or made you angry then I apologise that it’s made you feel that way. I’m not a troll and definitely not seeking any attention.

[@geraldlafferty4865]

You were the best Barry on and off your bikes, you are no 1 in my hall of fame. Sadly missed but. never forgotten. Gerald

[@andrewdavies7247]

I remember as a very young lad,my mum and dad going to most of the UK tracks to watch barry sheene,then one day,I was asked by my dad would you like to see Barry's race bike,thought it was a joke,but there it was,in a local showroom!!! I was obsessed,and had the chance to see and sit on the great barry sheen's bike,been a biker ever since,I'm 52 now.....a legend in all my memories

[@adrianleman5158]

I too sat on one of Barry's bikes,Haynes of Maidstone had one in their showroom,remember trying to pull the clutch.also his brother in law,Paul smart owned a bike shop in maidstone.

[@ajdoubleu4218]

Lovely story

[@karlbrowne3361]

Lovely comment there my man, I am 43 now and for me growing up I was obsessed with the Silver Dream Machine. I am sure you remember that. I still watch it from time to time now. You be safe 😊

[@philipbooth7779]

Andrew, How could your father do that to you a very lucky man.

[@robharding4028]

The man was destined to become a world champion, and all the trappings that go with it, What a lifestyle, every young boys dream,

[@rafalemarine5063]

J'adore ce pilote exceptionnel ! 😉👍👍👍💪.

[@raybrown8565]

My childhood hero and a legend, ride in peace Barry you will never be forgoten

[@kneeslider47]

When I was a baby, my father would watch all these races on ‘Grandstand’. Apparently he was confused by some noises I was making until he realised 1-year old me was mimicking a two stroke 500cc at full bore! And yes I’m a motorcyclist. Thank you Barry and Kenny.

[@ronhenney4546]

Great documentary on on a great rider and personality and without knowing ill say a good all round bloke. Loved the time Barry was commentating and doing interviews on Aus tv😥

[@kevinstables5944]

Loved Barry,,,,got his autograph in seventies at Cadwell Park,,,,he was sat on his Rolls Royce roof surrounded by fans,,,,,total legend

[@michellesur6755]

Barry mon idole de 1972 jusqu'à son décès. Le deuxième prénom de mon fils est Barry. Normal .C était un super gentleman.. Mille souvenirs.

[@neilfurby555]

Murray Walker...a real gentleman...colossal authority and experience...

[@normasnockers323]

this video means so much to me now at 64, he was my idol.

[@GanimeadMusic]

Proud to have known you Barry, I still have the Heron/Suzuki Jacket. I'll never forget your kindness 🚴🏻‍♀️✔🏆

[@nickprohoroff3720]

Kind words about a kind man. Thank you.

[@keithwoods3115]

It doesnt matter how many times i see this video , it always brings a lump to my throat ,he was my hero in the 70,s/80.s , top bloke , top man , RIP #7

[@DavidKing-jx3sg]

He put the glamour into motorcycle racing, Australia loves you baz

[@reloading_and_gun_channel]

I have worked as a photographer on most Aussie racetracks, and I have come to pend time and chat to Barry many times as he also worked around the tracks in the 90's. I used to pinch his smokes which he bought on New caledonia !! Gave me a card one day of his manoir en queensland and said come over... To this day I regret not to have gone there !!

[@taipan185]

Murray Walker and Barry Sheene the two best motor sport commentators I ever had the pleasure of listening to.

[@Ivorbiggin]

Ain’t that the truth 🏍👍

[@AndyMartin401]

Yeah when I think of Murray Walker it’s “AND THATS SENNA, SENNA HAS TAKEN PROST”

[@seltaeb9691]

Walker & Hunt the best.

[@supertramp6011]

Stephanie deserves some credit here too. Perfect complement to a racing icon. 👌

[@johnlesoudeur3653]

What a great advert for mole grips. Seriously, a rare talent and an even rarer unforgettable person.

[@Pizzpott]

As a wannabe biker in the early seventies an annual trip to Brands Hatch and the Transatlantic Trophy was a must, we went in a coach until 1976. As a biker in the mid seventies, from 1976 we all went on our bikes as we had all passed our tests by then. At one of these many meetings I saw Barry in his tent with his bikes, got his autograph on a programme. Still got Barry's autograph in a frame with his picture. He was my hero then and his picture and autograph as one of my most treasured possessions. I'm 61 now, still remember those days so clearly.

[@marktopliss2550]

He had all the ingredients, serious, passionate,cheeky, heroic, caring,loyal, if I missed anything I'm sorry he was my hero RIP to a true legend of motorcycling, bought a DVD on his life so pleased I did keeps my memories alive of him 👍👌👏🌈🌟🍻🏆,no.7 forever 👍

[@southendparaquest]

Barry Sheene was and always will be Champ in every sense.

[@regislacomme5238]

fantastic, thank you! Great legend!

[@paulmacklin9443]

Such a great chap Barry RIP

[@tokyoinpics9346]

Out of all the people that emigrated to Australia, Barry has been one of my all-time favorites. I didn't know the guy at all, but from what I have learned, he seemed to give far more than he got.

[@happygolucky296]

I was lucky enough to meet Barry and his father Frank a few times in his truck racing days. He was the works Daf driver. We were also running a Daf truck but in a different class. Barry would always come to see how our truck was gong, and offer advice on how to improve it. A true gent and practical joker. Sadly missed, but never forgotten.

[@ianwollstein8974]

I would have to say Australia was very lucky to have Barry Sheene live here in his latter years. What a great story, what a great man 🤓❤️

[@ouse59]

i bought my first bike a Suzuki gt 250 because of Barry, 40 dislikes what on this earth is wrong with some people,maybe they never rode a bike

[@jonpendleton1007]

I also bought my Suzuki GT 250 for the same reason. What great times hey 👌👍

[@pauljohnson7may]

A super star if ever there was one, the playboy persona hid the most driven and dedicated racer, he lived to race. Most would never have ridden a bike again after Daytona, this guy was riding again 7 weeks later. I feel privileged to have been around when he raced. He was a bloody good comentator too.

[@dimitrisg.4504]

I hit the ''Like'' button before I watch the video...That tells a lot about my hero..

[@Ivorbiggin]

Same

[@kemposoefi]

Thank you very much for this fantastic upload! I first saw Mr. Sheene in the Dutch TT in 1977 (11 years old then). Of course it was fantastic that 'our' Wil Hartog won, but I have been a fan since! Died way, way too young. Be safe all.

[@bikenband]

This is the best documentary I've ever seen on Sheene, thanks for uploading.

[@stefanoskam3578]

A very special video footage for a very SPECIAL HUMAN BEING~Sir BARRY SHEENE !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@KernowekTim]

King Barry, Queen Stephanie, Princess Sydney & Prince Freddie. God bless 'em. Give it heaps 'up there' Barry. R.I.P GBNEF👍👍.

[@nervo6321]

Lovely memories of a true giant of the motorcycling world...a Great British Champion of the World...

[@craigconstable9407]

Sheene, Brock, Senna all very special, much missed. RIP ALL

[@donwetherell8738]

I saw him live both on the Texaco Heron Suzuki and the Akai Yamaha. My hero.

[@nigelbaldwin752]

I did too, my leathers since 80's are Barry's akai ones. One of my heroes RIP Barry.

[@davidxsachse2691]

Seeing Barry on OZ TV in the 90s was when he showed how great a person he was. He loved the sport and showed that to all of us.

[@AndyMartin401]

Legend. My first sporting idol. That bike, those leathers that number 7 epitomised the Seventies for me. I was only 5 and six when he won his two Championships and remember that massive poster of him on that Heron Suzuki, on my bedroom wall. We lost him far too early.

[@rockygraziano5507]

As a school buy of the 70’s he was a huge hero to so many.

[@bobvaldez1099]

Two of the nicest men in motorsport I have had the honour to meet were Barry Sheene and Greg Hansford. Had the chance to talk with both and found both personable and humble, considering their fame. Shame both passed away. RIP.

[@jimcox4728]

King Kenny Roberts and Barry Sheen the 2 best riders I have ever seen. But as a kid I watched Dick Mann he's up there to.

[@basementracer7622]

Mannnn I was there at Goodwood for those races. I will never forget that I got to see Barry Sheene on his bike. So sadly missed, yet epicly remembered.

[@robmarsh9442]

a legend for many reasons...#7 Barry Sheene.........

[@djm243]

Thanks for the memories Barry, will never forget the match races at Oulton Park, You we’re untouchable. I remember you inviting us into your transit van with your mechanic, just so we wouldn’t get wet in the pouring rain. A true star. RIP 7

[@trevormann8221]

Barry Sheen, what a man, great racer and my schoolboy hero

[@robertmecalis7030]

Excellent, miss you Berry.

[@lukeragg1643]

The narrator is unmistakably Ewan McGregor, fellow motorcyclist & err.. now mega-star, say no more. Thank you for uploading!

[@sanderslongdrive]

A very entertaining / wonderfully produced film.

[@pof1991]

Had the privilege of seeing Barry race he was iconic British superstar

[@CP-kb1du]

Barry is a Legend ...tough as nails pure talent

[@supertramp6011]

Absolute legend! Every British bloke wanted to be him back in the day, he was the common man’s hero. 👌RIP BAZZA, No. 7 Only James Hunt had that kind of charisma, I don’t even watch super bikes any more, there just isn’t the same buzz around it.

[@camperp195]

A very humble,british legend,sadly missed,i remember the day i met you at brands,iwas 11 years old,i nearly cried!

[@jeffreyholmes4083]

Legend, watched him at Mallory Park a few times. One of the greatest British icons ever.

[@IMMORTALDIO]

I have an old race worn Sheene helmet 1970's . He was a true champion.

[@stewartthorne1972]

he was a great guy he helped me with his mechanics l twisted my chain they got me a chain and put my bike ready for a support race RIP BARRY

[@peterkwakman7440]

No one will ever forget Barry Sheene

[@weofnjieofing]

Loved watching Bazza and Danza in the 500cc GP commentary in the early ‘90s. Always a way with words and a great interviewer that everyone had time for, a great racer.

[@ianmangham4570]

R.I.P Barry lad, Murray is a great man and a great friend to Barry.

[@b2m446]

Such a shame he is gone he was one of the main reasons i fell in love with motorcycles i at 17 in 2022 rode a 1979 fizzy with number 7 stickers on my helmet at 16 and the reason i now ride a 1983 rd125lc with a number 7 on my faring's 2 stroke power lol.

[@MRT3846]

What a great ambassador for motorcycle world, truly missed.

[@fatboyobese3656]

A man of steels...surgical steel and mental steel...true legend

[@daleskidmore1685]

Barry outshone most of the other heroes of the track in my formative years. I remember well the Silverstone race and the hospital visits. I was a dedicated Brut user, even though I would cough and sneeze my lungs up every morning. Seeing him back at Goodwood was a thrill and a pleasure. As a teenager I was jealous of his good looks and attraction to girls. He is still one of my greatest heroes to this day.

[@minibikeaction4266]

It seemed like a dream life as I watched but the end is enough to bring tears.

[@rogerramjet5302]

Bazza. My home office has a paitning of you behind my desk riding your Suzuki. Never forgotten, still missed.

[@Arco961]

I hope these legends don't get forgotten as I'm just really learning about them :( Jesus they all must have had such pain pill addictions after these accidents lol

[@neilbillybob3065]

Barry was an idol to many I was one of the many.....what a character he was... Sadly missed 🌹

[@haydengault2568]

Barry was a huge masterpiece.

[@dissyduster]

love barry x,he still is the man x,i was at brans,transatlantic,,what a day...

[@SAXONWARLORD1000AD]

WE WERE ALL BARRY SHEENE WHEN WE WERE KIDS IN THE LATE 70s

[@chrisbraid2907]

We wished!

[@chriswilcox7828]

I loved the guy as a kid I wanted to be him lol

[@grahamwatts8836]

I am Australian, he lived in Australia and appeared on many TV sporting programs great guy.

[@harveymartin3308]

what a good fellow brings a tear to my eye, thanks barry for inspiring me. your a legend. more so to ride motorcycles its been a dream since i was a kiddo I'm 19 now still haven't had the chance to get one due to funds but i know i will, i have a burning desire to ride, soon soon ill have one and ride until my death. thanks barry

[@luceliojosedacosta8893]

UM DOS MAIORES PILOTOS DA HISTORIA DA MOTOVELOCIDADE

[@pauljohnson5190]

I was actually at the Brands Hatch 'race of the century' and saw him flicking the 'v' sign to Kenny but cos of the speed I couldn't quite believe it - only after getting home & seeing the highlights on TV I realised it was true. Of course Kenny was brilliant but Barry was a legend in so many ways! RIP Baz.

[@alanspringett9233]

well that was clever, you must have had great eyesight coz they were racing at Silverstone.....

[@TrevorDennis100]

A wonderful video with so many memories and faces that I loved and admired. Good old Murry Walker, still with us at 97(ish). Damon Hill, as nice a person as you'll ever meet, and despite being an F1 World Champion, still star struck about being mates with Barry. I met Barry just once when I called by Frank's workshop at the hospital to collect a piston for a Bultaco scrambles bike. Barry was seven moths younger than me, but I had the impression he was younger as he weaved a trials bike through scaffolding outside the workshop. My memories of Barry vs Kenny Roberts was that Barry thought Kenny's style of 'squaring the corner' braking in deep and late, so he could lined up for the exit early and get on full power, slowed Barry who liked to carry speed right through the corner. I did not know that Barry had a gift for languages, or that Carl Fogarty's dad was that infamous back marker. A thoroughly enjoyable video, despite the sadness at the end remembering Barry's death all too early.

[@palmertrees]

I saw that Goodwood race, fabulous, superb, his smile was amazing.

[@wolfgangzrx]

GREAT video doc,thank you!!

[@johnbrewer8954]

Out in practice at a wet Brands Hatch on a RD250LC production racer I was just going across the start finish changing up into top gear as Barry Sheen came past braking for paddock. He was on slicks on a wet track covered in rubber and aluminium from the F1 cars with skirts (remember them). He took Paddock as if on rails, total confidence total control. He was doing a photo "op" with his new Yamaha, straight from Japan with no paint on it. The pics were in Motorcycle News on the Wednesday. It was the year he had his major crash at Silverstone. Gone but not forgotten Barry, thanks for the memories.

[@dougscrivens4002]

SHEENE V Agostini Mallory Park 1974. Brilliant beyond belief. I was there.

[@rotax636nut5]

A wonderful man and a great representative for sport for this country, Barry had it all but was snatched away from us far too soon, like Mike and Joey,and the other greats we've lost God rest them all

[@pbysome]

No one gets out alive my friend.

[@symcardnel1741]

Wow!!! I was not familiar w/ Barry and am glad I watched this. Some living very very very full lives and unfortunately most do not.

[@oldgriff8559]

A huge influence in my biking life and most likely the reason I've been a biker for 50 years..if you were a biker we all wanted to be like Bazza.. My idle and hero you were stolen from us far too early.

[@howardtowler6146]

Barry sheene the greatest motor bike racer ever