Road Racing Legend - Joey Dunlop

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A tribute video to the ‘King of the Roads’ Joey Dunlop OBE MBE. Joey first saw the course in 1976 as he set off for his first practice - he went home with two replicas. The first of his record breaking 26 wins came in the 1977 Jubilee Classic Race.
He won the TT Formula 1 Race six years in a row between 1983 and 1988 and was Formula 1 World Champion five times.
He is the only rider to have three hat-tricks to his name - 1985 F1, Senior and Junior, 1988 F1, Senior and Junior and in 2000 the Formula One, Lightweight and Ultra Lightweight.
He has lapped the course at over 110 mph in races 256 times and has more 120mph plus laps to his credit than any other rider in the history of the races. He started in 100 races on the TT course, 98 TT and two Classic MGP Junior Races.
His astounding record of successes speak for themselves. Altogether Joey’s 26 TT wins include 7 Formula 1, 4 Senior, 3 Junior, 5 Lightweight and 5 UltraLightweight Races, plus the 1977 Jubilee Race and the 1980 Classic 1000.
During TT2000, at the age of 48, Joey counted the magnificent win in the Duke Formula One as one of his most rewarding. In his final lap of the TT circuit - the sixth lap of the Senior Race - he set his fastest ever lap at 123.87mph to become joint fourth fastest man around the course.
Joey was killed in a racing accident in Estonia in July 2000 and the world mourned the passing of one of the greatest motorcycling legends of all time.
He will be remembered for his skill and determination to win, his humility and kindness, and his warmth and sense of fun. The flash of that famous yellow helmet as he raced by is gone but the legend of Joey Dunlop will live forever.
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[@pauledmonds3249]

He'd be 70 this year. I don't care what anyone says, we will never see his like again. Born to race the roads. Humble and not seeking fame, he was the smoothest , most consistent rider ever. Talent beyond words, and a true gentleman.

[@allanhughes7859]

Jesus you have said that so well I am honestly in tears A TRUE GENTLEMAN A real human without any bullshit such a shame many more so called super sports men/women don't follow his example !!

[@michaelmason4143]

Michael Dunlop

[@mattthroup7437]

I went to TT in the mid 90's and after about 20 bikes had passed I said to the couple of blokes standing next to me ," He was definitely faster than the others" .... to which one of the guys replied,"Aye that was Joey Dunlop". .... that was the first time I had ever heard the name and over years has researched and watched videos and what a remarkable man he was. His legacy will live forever.

[@RT22-pb2pp]

From a 250 2 stroke, to the 500 2 stroke, to the 1000 4 stroke, he owned the roads, he owned the competition,he was the master. HE WAS THE KING of the road courses. Balls the size of a whale, the HEART that was even bigger. RIP JOEY we miss men like you, they just do not make them like you anymore, they lost the die to cast men like you today. DUNLOP FOREVER

[@csud9540]

22 years today, 2/7/22 road racing lost the king of the mountain, a true humanitarian as well as a demon road racer, we miss you Joey x

[@hudsonhawk0016]

The man was bigger than the sport itself. He was, is my hero.

[@WHU63]

Joey was unique in sport. He went to the top of his sport and remained the same quiet humble man he had been from the beginning. He was as happy testing a bike on the roads around Armoy as he was standing on the TT rostrum. Unfortunately, we will never see his like again.

[@Supernaut2000]

They broke the mould after Joey was born. A man of distinction, ride forever Joey.

[@olenilsen4660]

You might want to check out Robert, William and Michael as well... None of them, or anyone else has surpassed him - but I would like to think they have/had the same drive, and once someone like Joey set the standard, it would be hard to beat, both on and off the circuit. His family has been going strong ever since, though, so I would like to think that the mould is not completely broken after all. I think of all the Dunlops as top class racers, and top class guys otherwise - just normal, down to earth lads giving it all they've got.

[@moisescabrera7168]

The best video of the world...Joey dunlop ...

[@vinit11]

Legends never really die, they find a special place in everyone's heart and live forever

[@willdixon2349]

How very true !

[@dazmos_65]

So sadly missed. 14 Years ago still seems like yesterday. Was always a privilege to watch him race. Didn't matter what he raced or what position he was in, if you saw that yellow helmet flash by, you somehow cheered more for him than the race leader. Feeling those tiny little butterflies in your stomach every time..

[@willdixon2349]

I've posted this comment elsewhere, but I'll happily re-state it... "Ah, the immortal Joey Dunlop. The wizard. The legend. The master. The quiet genius. Never forgotten".

[@sveneklund6775]

Joey will always be my hero....

[@shaneo46]

Sat beside his 250cc the other week and it felt so nostalgic but amazing R.I.P joey

[@markb9419]

'legend' is too small a word.

[@jasonbarron6164]

Hero icon goat best great it's the only word we humans can muster for a hero that gave all to the pinnacle of the greatest show on earth legendary stellar incredible impossible I agree legend is too small great champion the only word truly fitting for the life long legacy of a hero champion is LEGEND he is LEGEND RIP brother thank you for your inspiration and expression of love

[@tranksen76]

1:20 says it all about the passion!!! Don't see these nails anymore.

[@Bellissimovolere]

Very very true

[@tommyclancy5125]

I thought the exact same thing, as l watched it.

[@speedyboolooks]

Hero. Shed a tear today watching Road. RIP

[@chazzmccloud36]

I just saw that movie, before then I'd never heard of the Dunlop's. What an absolutely fascinating story!

[@AnanyaGupta]

+Charles Anderson sounds like I know what I'm watching tonight.

[@maycrotch8576]

speedyboolooks Me also. I've been a big fan of road racing since I was 12yrs old. I'm 27 now enjoy watching Joey on DVD reviews. I've got every tt review from 1985 to the present day, but my favourites are 1985-2000

[@sean8470]

they did a great job with 'road' to those who haven't seen it look for it it is on netflix

[@timothyhampton2832]

Joe Dunlop, what a guy. He's still talked about all over the world, I was talking to an old buddy of mine at Road America back in June and Joe's name cropped up. Boy you sure didn't ever know how many lives you touched and continue to influence. RIP 3 Tim Port Angeles WA

[@Monty16v]

1.06min-1.09min dressing his own pistons. What a legend

[@daisyduke4246]

What a great man and racer

[@simonhamilton7032]

Number 3 on the bike but number 1 to all his fans and people who got inspiration from him... Yer man

[@bluebee4346]

Words cannot explain the love for this man. Race in paradise road legend. ... go michael dunlop md racing

[@alericcio]

The King

[@kevindunne9767]

joey Dunlop was a legend in every sense of the word, a very quiet man but when he was racing he had a skill that was extraordinary, I was fortunate to see him race at the skerries road races like many other people not forgetting Robert Dunlop either, when the 125 race was on both joey and Robert would be battling it out, it is good to see the legacy continue with William and Michael Dunlop and joeys son Gary taking up racing as well,

[@exb.r.buckeyeman845]

Joey and Steve Hislop, my two favourite Racers, both Gentlemen in the paddock and away from.

[@georgestanley5594]

There will never be another

[@sachinrana8375]

Joey dunlop

[@Mr_DOHC]

Joey, poetry in motion.

[@allanhughes7859]

A pure sports man not like todays lot "just a joke" R.I.P Mr Dunlop hope the racing is still as good where you are !!!

[@duanecarroll6425]

Their hasn't been or will never be another rider like Joey Dunlop .

[@IgorFonseca244]

I play Suzuki TT Superbikes in my old PS2 and I'm gonna use Honda VTR 1000 SP1 in Formula 1 TT race because of Joey. It's gonna be tough against younger and more powerful bikes but it should be fun lol just a little tribute to the King of Road.

[@Chadmercury]

Joey Dunlop is king the road

[@RodFriesen-s3t]

One of my heroes

[@slowewally6540]

The original and the best.

[@watermusic711]

Still the king of all time to me and my buddy in port moody bc canada

[@skatepark1ful]

JOEY DUNLOP FOR EVER!!!!! I've typed it before and I'll do it here-----I'm twice as tall as HE is, and 1/4th the man!!!! ( i think i typed half the man, anyway...) If i could be just a little bit as nice and kool and as good of a person and rider, WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD I WOULD LIVE IN!!! I never met him or knew him, AND STILL I MISS HIM EVERY DAY----and STEVIE RAY VAUGHN!! Cheers to all good people!!! From 'trapped in north Dallas Texas' July 14, 2019

[@ELECTRICMOTOCROSSMACHINE]

Was there ever a rider more loved than Joey? Sorely missed. So nice to see this footage.

[@mohammedalwerfally2196]

didn't see like this legend till now it seems he will never repeat

[@lpearse5250]

RIP buddy u were one of a kind, inspired me for sure :)

[@eyesonfire4301]

To watch old footage is just truly amazing. What a perfect road racer.Amazing man,and his skill was unmatched. Pure racer through n through.Wished I could have met the man n spun a yarn :)

[@alanjackson3589]

If Michael Dunlop was to break Joeys record this year I would still think Joey will always be the king of the mountain he was just yer man. For ever long live the king.

[@danielt8960]

Joey Dunlop the legend, enough said 🏁☘️#3

[@giannimarchino3534]

Sei il primo di sempre rimarrai x sempre nei nostri cuori,non verrai mai dimenticato.

[@csud9540]

23 years today……. What a loss to our sport and to his family, we will never forget you Joey ❤

[@Abcd-hr9ot]

R i p. Still the king o d roads

[@marcelogomes8642]

Legend Dunlop

[@gabryr1]

Legend

[@ianmcgregor4852]

great man joey saw all 25 tt wins missed thethe first one been going to the roads 37 years and cant wait for 2018

[@canismajorconservative8094]

RIP JOEY DUNLOP ... .... LEGEND OF SPEED, CHAMPION OF THE TT .. ..

[@kellienicolebrooksschettin6598]

Thanks

[@casmckay8034]

The greatest

[@zsoltszeker8314]

Respect.Brave Man.

[@tbv_shorts]

There are a handful of certain people who elevate motorsport past technical advancements and fast lap times and make it into a true work of art, Joey Dunlop is one of the few on that list for me

[@centauro22ar]

Joey Dunlop.... Lionheart.

[@siriusblack7578]

Amazing video. Joey was an absolute legend, and will always be the king of the mountain. It would be great if somebody could identify the music too!

[@mjh5437]

Toccata by Gerard Brooks

[@martinabel3404]

Like it legend tt joey dunlop everithyng

[@colheg3113]

Someone Special ......"An Ordinary man doing extraordinary things" A hero a legend an inspiration......your Spirit lives on !!

[@moisescabrera7168]

No me canso de ver este vídeo...si ,dicen q el destino de cada persona está escrito,ese día la muerte tenía q haber mirado en otra dirección y haber podido seguir viendo a este rey de la velocidad...

[@benbo014]

no ordinary joe

[@MrEamo37]

He was just such an operator......his eyes told it all......it was all out or no out with him....it's just hard to imagine he's actually gone .....

[@derf9465]

Many riders today would shun the little machines like the 125/250 but this man made em fly. He's probably quicker than a average Joe on a litre twist and go.

[@harrycurrie5295]

One of the best riders ever and nobody will better his records

[@toddmartin6572]

A real people’s champion and of the people.. god speed Joey, Robert and William

[@TommyStixDougherty]

R.I.P Joey

[@DirtyMerkin]

Well done. 👍🇦🇺

[@locowerke]

Brings a tear to my eye.

[@dravalanche1997]

Joint greatest with his bro Robert! PURE ULSTER MAGIC! We will never be beat on the roads!.....NOT NEVER! But Suzuki 4 EVA!

[@vx1596]

O maior de todos os pilotos de moto . O REI DAS PISTAS .

[@willbest1547]

An amazing life, true legend.

[@pearldeguzman4907]

RIP quiet Hero

[@jonty4664]

👑✌🏻

[@dylanh9435]

Joey will never be surpassed. There has been many one off road racers including a favourite of mine David Jefferies he set the new style for the TT he was unbelieveable on the R1 and Gsxr 1000 immense ability but Joey was a one off there will never be another like him again. Fixing his own bikes driving to meetings and being humble. As goes for DJ he was also one off and legendary two of the best there ever was or will be no matter what RIP JOEY AND DAVID

[@hedegarlagos7334]

The king tt isle of man 1 my fred.

[@AimHigherWindowCleaning]

He’d be so happy to see Michael possibly breaking his record this week. What an uncle and what a legend in racing. Always be the king of the mountain course. The old guard

[@musashidanmcgrath]

0:35 a thing of beauty. Greatest motorcyclist of all time.

[@Maria-g2f6m]

The best

[@sopadegaivota]

Joey Dunlop, the True God.

[@stephenfranknoone8391]

the boss of roadrace rip joe

[@stowjer]

Lovely tribute

[@matteocrotti6781]

Immenso!!!!!

[@oxxXXXMICHAELXXXxxoo]

Rip to the king

[@lucienkremers468]

een hele echte LEGENDE

[@edg4754]

My inspiration, The king of Mountain ⛰️ 🏍🔥🔥🔥

[@alistere11]

r.i.p joey 1952-2000 #yer maun

[@pauldonly8201]

Simply the greatest ever #3

[@Abcd-hr9ot]

god bless joey

[@raftonpounder6696]

I still choke up when I see him. At least I got to see him race many times.

[@BenDover-kg1rr]

he goes around the corners like they wer stiraght lol r.i.p

[@Carlos_500]

Brilliant

[@David-Field.Stuff01]

A magnificent racer

[@Rollanotheronemyfriend]

A Legend for sure!

[@Falcon-ug5sk]

💯 A true legend 🔥..RIP Joey

[@joshorange3087]

2:03 goosebumps !!

[@717rocket]

The King of road racing as far as I'm concerned. Rest in peace Joey.

[@howardrick3781]

King of the Road

[@TheMadHatter1330]

Beautiful display !

[@1986.Mattia]

Una vera leggenda !

[@scott6701]

Mister TT !!!

[@catwrench3]

Has anyone figured out the name and artist of this music? R.I.P. Joey Dunlop, you inspire me every day.

[@pieromussano4933]

Magnifico!!!

[@TheRecommended]

The greatest, very nice video

[@blacksonne19]

I hope Michael surpasses his uncle. He deserves it. N is still so young he's got 8 more competitive years left. I wanna see him at the pinnacle of IOMTT riders. I think Joey would want to see him do it.

[@Nanokii]

I been watching Michael for a while now and feel exactly the same. If he can stay away from the high sides he’s got many years left !

[@marguskask1070]

Joey Dunlop was killed in 2000 at the Kalevi Grand Prix in Tallinn, racing against a tree in the last corner of the Pirita-Kose-Kloostrimets circuit on a wet and slippery road, as a result of which he also died immediately [2]. He was in third position in the 125 cm³ machine class, driven by Hanno Velt and Lembit Teesalu. It is possible that he wanted to improve his position and was wrong. The road was broken in this bend, otherwise the champion would hardly have been lost. A quarter of an hour earlier, Dunlop had won the superbike race. Before the second start, it started to rain, then the motorcycles had rain tires. As an experienced racer, Dunlop changed a rain tire on the front of his "barrel", but not the rear. This decision could be fatal for him. In the second lap of the race, the rain intensified, and when Kose was racing from the corner to the starting straight, his fast and light Honda lost contact with the road in the water flowing over the track and drove off the track. Dunlop crashed into the pine trees growing on the side of the track and the death of the motorcycle legend was instantaneous. The red Honda motorcycle broke in half while flying into the trees The website of the Estonian government paid tribute to Dunlop on the same day. In Ireland, 50,000 mourners accompanied Dunlop on his final journey across the British Isles. Northern Ireland television broadcast the funeral live. The funeral service was held at Garryduff Presbyterian Church and Dunlop is also buried in the garden of this church. A year later, before Kalevi's 40th Grand Prix, a Dunlop memorial stone was opened in the last corner of the Pirita-Kose-Kloostrimets circuit.