Bernard Codd
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Bernard Codd was a double winner of the 1956 Isle of Man TT
motorcycle race.
In the Junior (350cc) race, he led all the way for three laps of the Mountain Circuit at an average of over 82 mph. The same day, on a 500cc for the Senior race, he led the first lap closely followed by Ron Jerrard. His second lap edged him away, and he continued to pull away to win after the third lap, averaging over 86 mph overall. His two race times were 1h 22m 40.4s & 1h 18m 40.6s.
In 1957 following the TT, another rider at Crystal Palace hit him from behind. Injuries to his right leg put an end to his career.
1956 Isle of Man TT
1956 Isle of Man Tourist TrophyIn 1956 the new DBD34 BSA Gold Star dominated the 500 cc Clubmans race, and 350 cc Gold Stars did the same in the 350 Clubmans.-1956 Isle of Man Junior TT 350cc final standings:...
motorcycle race.
In the Junior (350cc) race, he led all the way for three laps of the Mountain Circuit at an average of over 82 mph. The same day, on a 500cc for the Senior race, he led the first lap closely followed by Ron Jerrard. His second lap edged him away, and he continued to pull away to win after the third lap, averaging over 86 mph overall. His two race times were 1h 22m 40.4s & 1h 18m 40.6s.
In 1957 following the TT, another rider at Crystal Palace hit him from behind. Injuries to his right leg put an end to his career.
Source
- The History of the Clubman's TT Races 1947-1956. Pidcock & Snelling