Bikers

The first motorcycle was sold in 1894, a product of Germany, while the first race of about 400 km was held in France only a few years later. Until the 1950s, the World physician races were command exclusively in Europe, and dominated by European manufacturers. Mostly people knew the race winner riders as the best bikers in the world. Looking at GPs, of all classes, ever since the start of the world championship in 1949, these are the riders at the time of writing to have the most outright wins in world championship events. Yes, you can make arguments for others – those with careers shortened by injury, for instance, but in sheer, tangible results this is as close as you’ll come to a definitive list. One can only wonder how high on this ranking Casey Stoner might have ended up if he hadn’t made the decision to retire while still a mere 27-years-old. In fact, his 45 wins are equal to the record of Jim Redman, but since Stoner took 38 of his on  bikes, against just two for Redman, we’ve g