Best Motorcycle Road Racers of All Time
Who are the greatest motorcycle road racers of all time? Explore the leading riders in Sport Ranking’s historical motorcycle road racing ranking, based on results from major international competitions across different eras.
Greatest Motorcycle Road Racers
Motorcycle Road Racing Riders
| # | Athlete | Country | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giacomo Agostini | Italy | 131 |
| 2 | Valentino Rossi | Italy | 125 |
| 3 | Marc Márquez | Spain | 85 |
| 4 | Mike Hailwood | Great Britain | 83 |
| 5 | Mick Doohan | Australia | 69 |
| 6 | Geoff Duke | Great Britain | 67 |
| 6 | Jorge Lorenzo | Spain | 67 |
| 8 | Max Biaggi | Italy | 61 |
| 9 | Phil Read | Great Britain | 59 |
| 10 | John Surtees | Great Britain | 56 |
How the All-Time Ranking Works
The ranking is primarily based on the Motorcycle World Championship and its premier class, which represents the highest scoring category within the system. The ranking also includes the other championship classes and the World Superbike Championship. The historical period before the establishment of the world championship is complemented by the prestigious European Motorcycle Grand Prix races and the Isle of Man TT.
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