Racing Helmet Worn by Kenny Roberts, 1975
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Artifact Overview
Kenny Roberts of Modesto, California, became one of motorcycle racing's all-time greats. He was a two-time winner of the American Motorcyclist Association Grand National Championship, and the first American to win the Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Championship. This helmet, with Roberts's trademark eagle design, was used in the 1975 season.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Crash helmet
Date Made
1975
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.1.1734.19
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Family of William L. Mitchell.
Material
Fiberglass
Plastic
Polystyrene
Nylon
Leather
Metal
Color
Yellow (Color)
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 8.5 in
Width: 9 in
Depth: 12.5 in
Inscriptions
Painted on back: KENNY
Front: BELL / GOODYEAR
Impressed into chin strap: BELL / STAR II / USA
Interior decal: 1975 [...]
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