Robert & William Dunlop's Grave - Famous motorcycle racers grave
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- čas přidán 27. 09. 2023
- Today's famous Grave visit, I pay tribute and visit the final resting place of legendary motor cycle racers William & Robert Dunlop.
Stephen Robert Dunlop (25 November 1960 - 15 May 2008) was a Northern Irish motorcycle racer, the younger brother of fellow road racer, the late Joey Dunlop, and the father of William Dunlop and Michael Dunlop. Like Joey, Robert died after a crash. His son William died in a crash during practice at the Skerries 100 in Dublin on 7 July 2018
William Dunlop (23 July 1985 - 7 July 2018) was a professional motorcycle racer from Northern Ireland who died as a result of a racing incident. Part of a motorcycle racing dynasty, William was the elder brother of Michael; both were sons of the late Robert Dunlop, and nephews of the late Joey Dunlop. He died as a result of a crash at a racing event in the Republic of Ireland.
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Look forward to this. Should have visited the grave of Robert’s iconic brother Joey, the king of The Isle of Man.
Agreed . It says at the end of the video that the grave of joey is to follow 👍
@@Mark-ir9gl Great thanks Mark, look forward to it.
Thanks so much for covering my heroes 👍👍👍👍
Hands down the best video you have done as far as I am concerned, being a road racing fan and a Joey Dunlop fan. The Dunlop’s are racing gods from Joey, Robert , William , they will always be missed not a year goes by without thinking of the Dunlop’s in the Isle of Man TT, we are lucky we still have Michael Dunlop carrying on the great name. Thank you for such a great video keep up the good work you do! P.s. Joey, Robert, William, gone but will never be forgotten Dunlop’s were and are with Michael Dunlop road racing gods in my eyes.
Michael legend aswell nxt yr hopefully he ll beat his uncle title and break his 26wins
@@grannieannie162 totally agree with you as I didn’t. Want anyone beating that record apart from Michael. Abit worried tho as think hicky is on a mission.
@@grannieannie162yep sure he will secure 2 wins out of 5 races
Everytime you throw your leg over that frame you say a little prayer. My husband had ridden for 55 years he finally gave it up. Once he had his last rights and I am ever grateful our lord did not take him. We are retired living in a cottage in northern Michigan. His 1967 BMW and his 2008 street glide are wrapped up in garage with battery tenders going 24/7. Bless them both for waking up every day and doing it!
Hi Paul.
One feels as though one should be sad that a father and son both died in motorcycle race accidents but they both died doing what they loved, despite previous injuries. I’m not a motorcyclist but watching Henry Cole and friends it becomes clear just how addictive riding these machines is and motorcycle racing just takes it to another level. Both Robert and William pushed themselves and their bikes to the limit. At that level one tiny mistake of a minor mechanical breakdown can lead to ultimate disaster but they, like every other motorcycle rider, would have been well aware of the risks involved and were willing to take them as they competed to be the best of the best. They fought their way to the top and died doing what they loved and became legends in the process. R.I.P.
That was so touching and exciting seeing them race, shocking to know that after all those amazing races, they both died in practice runs, so sad, you did this well Paul thank you so much rip Robert and William Dunlop xxx
I'll never forget seeing Robert, William & Michael racing at my local Road racing circuit at Walderstown, Athlone, Ireland. They were swapping places in the top 3 all out going for it, absolutely brilliant stuff. The Dunlop family are some family there will be anything like them ever. Michael had some year this year & not far off his uncle Joeys record of TT wins
I am show my age here, I watched Robert and Joey on the fore circuit. The dunlop name was always on the tannoy. It was a great circuit and these guys knew how to get the best out of it. Great guys to watch. I have seen Robert , william and Michael at the NW 200 and the ulster GP. These guys have to be respected for their commitment dedication to a hard sport. The world would be a very dull place without this sport and the people who love to do it. I hope road racing continues for generations yet, and others respect peoples choices in life!
Enjoyed that Paul, thanks. Brilliant tribute. The Dunlop family have faced so much tragedy, here's hoping Michael lives to a ripe old age and manages to extend his Uncle Joey's 26 TT wins. After everything they've put into the sport, the record being held by the Dunlop family seems only right 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Looking forward to the Joey one now too. Cheers!
You know how to tell storys and history and you do it in a awesome manner paul thumps up to paul guys he deserves every second of our support ❤
I loved watching those guys. All the Dunlops were my top guys in the Northwest 200 and the TT. I had a 2007 ZX 10R, and I got up to 196mph, and I tell you NO drug like it but also a tad scary. RIP Robert and William Dunlop.
Great video, showing us where the Gods of racing our, such a sad end for both of them and not forgetting Joey, the legend. Gone but never forgotten, RIP
Thanks Alan, joeys video next week 🙏
Fantastic look forward to it, we’ve lost so many sporting hero’s over the years. We must keep their memories alive👍👍
I got into Superbike racing years ago for a while. I don’t think I appreciated that it was any more than jumping on a bike and going hell for leather. I always think of Barry Sheen and how horribly he was injured and that kind of brought it home how courageous the riders are and that they don’t stand a chance in a really bad crash. It’s fast and exciting and takes nerves of steel. I hadn’t heard of these men so found their story really interesting and I have to say how pristine the cemetery where they are buried is. I used to date a guy whose passion was motorbikes and we often went for a run. I didn’t mind around town but up in the hills along the winding roads it scared me, I didn’t like leaning into the corners, always thinking the bike was going to go over, he would be pointing out great views and I would be scrunching my eyes up not daring to look!! Glad I had the experience but I’m afraid two wheels are not for me
Thank you for coming over to N.I. to show us the Dunlop's resting place, a trip i have yet to make myself. I also intend to visit the graves of George Best and Alex Higgins sometime in the future.
In a number of your postings, I have commented on the poor upkeep of the graveyards-FINALLY, one that is for the most part very well kept up! Thank you, I enjoy each and everyone of these!
Its a hi octane sport! These riders know the risks and they are high. They are fearless sportmen. Thank you Paul for this video its appreciated.
We arrived at the NW200 the day Robert had his accident at Mather’s cross, didn’t find out until the Friday morning, it was the only time I nearly cried when Michael raced and won on the Saturday, an amazing feat and tribute to his Dad, went to Roberts funeral on the Sunday. I don’t know if your still out there, Joeys grave was in front of Robert and Williams, there is a lovely memorial garden to them all in Ballymoney as well as Joeys bar where his race bikes hang from ceiling, top video of legends of racing, love to see a vid from you about joey.
Paul? I do hope you had a good time in Northern Ireland. I enjoyed watching this video again this week. The motorbike racing dynasty. A pleasure to watch. RIP.
I did thank you, such a lovely place.
I've visited this cemetery a few times over the years as I was a Dunlop fan especially Joey but watched all the Dunlop's race through the years so thanks for doing a video on it. Motorcycle racing is basically our national sport here in Northern Ireland and also well supported in the Republic of Ireland too.
It is one country.....
@@dcpete5475 Can you leave the politics aside? There are plenty of channels and forums for that.
@@geoffpoole483 I said it is one country......
As a biker, I've had a few close scrapes and lost a couple of friends. The thrill of riding is what makes life real, and you accept it could very likely be the thing that takes life from you, as part of the deal.
This is wonderful. Some of those graves are really wide. In the 1970s my brother used to buy LP after LP of motorcycle races recorded at all different race tracks. He could recognise which and where just by the sound. He used to sit for hours just listening to them. Ha ha, drove my sister and I mad.
This brings back so many heartbreaking memories of my brother Tony who was a massive motor racing fanatic he went watching all the motor bike events any chance he got 🏍️ My brother was a professional motor cyclist had a silver fireblade bike and was in a motor cycle bikers club called The Deeplish Dale animals one day he and all his bike gang went out on a lovely spring day 29th April 2007 to Oswaldtwistle and that's when tragedy struck.. a car came out from nowhere on Haslingden old Road on the corner and my brother Tony was the leader in front of his mates the car hit head on and threw him of his bike and he was killed instantly 😢💔 he'd died so young only 47 years old 😢 he had a bikers funeral with 350 people that attended including the four paramedics that tried to revive him 😢😢 so this is heart renching to watch for me 😭💔
So sorry for your loss… sending thoughts to you and your family. 🙏
May Robert and William Dunlop rest in eternal peace 🙏🏻🌹🕊️💙💙 🏍️🏍️
I was in the paddocks with all the Dunlops years ago. I was in with a road racing team and went to all our road racing events north and south. I was visiting the Dunlops graves every 2 weeks until i had a serious motorcycle accident losing many bones and brain bleeds plus crushed my left hand and fingers. Not racing related just on normal roads.
I will be back on the bikes again. The new hip and knee with wait. Over on this island road racing is our dna. I fully support and love road racing even tho ive lost so many good friends from it.
Best sport in the world. All our fallen bikers had a real passion for racing and the show must go on in their names and in tribute. I will always support irish road racing
We still have Michael Dunlop who's a legend and doing the Dunlop name so proud. One behind his uncle Joey in the TT wins. ❤🏍🏍🙏
They are legends all of them joeys my all time hero met him back in 1986 been a massive fan ever since
TO THE BEST FAMILY MOTOR BIKE RIDERS R I P WHEVE LOVE TO ALL THE DUNLOP FAMILY XXXX
How beautiful and so well kept
I missed this 😢 I'll watch it soon xx
What a beautiful place well looked after.....so sad and so young ♥️
R. I. P. Robert and William, May you ride on in eternal peace with Joey xx
Thank you Paul for another amazing video, I loved watching Motorcycles races xx
I've never been to the TT , i dont ride either but have always loved bikes.
So sad when they passed away from there injurys but they did what they both enjoyed dangerous or not brilliant racers who will never be forgotten
Das ist super 👍
Danke Paul ❣️
Watching it now Paul xx
If you die doing something you love then you have lived your life! RIP The Dunlop Racing Legends. Great video Paul, thanks from Yogi.
Such an iconic family and we are very proud that they are one of our own x
Robert was brought over to Dundonald Hospital for his recovery after his IOM crash in 1994. I was recovering in the same hospital at the time.
It's a brilliant, sad story about a dedicated motorcycle 🏍 family and positive in a land with a historical history of terrorism a sad but young age to pass. May you both rest in peace 🙏 🪦 history will rember you for your skills and dedication, l am sure you will be riding the clouds in the sky above
Fantastic as always. I'm an 80s guy. And would love to see Rick mayal from the young ones. Plus Steve bronski and Larry stienback. Bronski beat.
I may be wrong but I don't think Rik Mayall has a marked grave.
What a lovely cemetery.
RIP
Robert
William
And
Joey
As a lifelong motorcyclist and someone who follows motorcycle racing I have absolute respect for anyone who does it - particularly road racing but I’m embarrassed to say that I didn’t particularly follow the Dunlops. However, I watched ‘Road’ and I defy anyone not to be moved by it. Absolute respect, nothing less.
Great video
Thanks for sharing Paul
Well done paul respect to these two legends of the sport
I ride a bike and have rode on a track. But these guys are gods. The Dunlop family have paid a high price. People call for the road races to be banned. But its a free choice that they make and they are fully aware of the risks. We must keep these races alive, as long as people want yo compete. Obviously make it as safe as they can. But life is always a risk.
Hi from Northern Ireland
R.I.P. William & Robert, so much respect for anyone who does these dangerous sports. Thanks Paul.
I like the opening!
Paul well done nice videos thanks bro🎉
hey you :) hope you are well paul . love the grave stones so many different ones. rip to these two gentlemen xx
Love you both, mike engwert thanks memories,xx
Thank you Paul for coming to Northern Ireland. We're truly grateful for the coverage you've given our wonderful heros. 👍
So sad that they both left this earth too soon but they were doing what they were most passionate about, a beautiful cemetery so we'll kept. Motorbikes absolutely scare me I've nursed casualties of bike accidents resulting in horrendous injuries so maybe that's why they scare me yet my children and grandchildren love them.
Two very brave lads - much respect
Thanks
Cheers Joe. 🙏
Love the vid Paul
Tv/video clips of motorcycle racing don't convey just how fast the bikes are travelling. The Dunlop family took part in races that were held on public roads such as the Isle of Man TT, rather than on circuits like Silverstone or Brands Hatch. Road racing is very exciting but very dangerous too, and the riders know the risks involved. There are fatalities at the Isle of Man TT every year. The affection and respect for the members of the Dunlop family who died doing what they loved can be judged by the size of the funeral corteges.
Thank u
Love watching your videos go to some beautiful places if you know what I mean
ME AND MY LATE BROTHER WATCHED ALL THE TT RACES MY BROTHER PASSED IN 2017 I WAS GUTTED ROBERT DIED 😢😢❤❤
Hi Paul great video. Maybe some day you can do another video for the late Tom Herron also from N.Ireland.
Another great video has always Paul 👍
Aw so sad passed away doing what they loved very dangerous sport rip to both of you 🎉
Thank u Paul. Another great vids.
Best video you have done so far thankyou for sharing and looking good as always paul
Can I also say what a beautiful well kept graveyard x
U can't say anything about that Paul is the best love his story and the respect the way he dose it never see him get up set ❤❤❤
Good informative video Paul, thank you.
William was and will be my Favorite rider forever. Michael is a great racer to, but I always pulled for William. When it's all said and done All 4 will be Legends till the end of time. Much luv to the Dunlop family. 🙏🇺🇲🗽🇮🇪🙏
Thanks for another great informative video Paul 👌
I'd be a second or third cousin and it's funny how a love of motorbikes came down in my line of the family as well.
Hi Paul liked the video great introduction thank you Paul looking forward to the next video 👍 🙂👌
Evening paul.keep up good work ure a star
Think your review says a lot about this wee part of the UK.
Brilliant video. Been to the iom many of times. See william and Michael race. Respect ❤
Ive been to 2 of these races, different people it was hosted somewhere in London, and sadly out of them 2 races ive been people have lost there life, one went around the corner and smashed his head into the barrier, and the other come off and lost his arm ( it came off ) and honestly that has given me some trauma 😅 and he later passed away in hospital from his injuries.
This sport may be dangerous but its absolutely fun to watch. Im 20 now i was 16 and 17 when that happened, always been a motorbike lover, and would love to own one, but im sure as hell aint doing 200mph down a road.
They were absolute legends along with Joey. Very sad that they lost their lives at a young age but died doing something they loved so much. Rest in peace Robert and William.
Didn’t get to watch the premiere as I broke down in my bus. Another fantastic video Paul thank you x
Wow so much information there well done. 👍
There's nothing quite like watching the races at the Isle of Man TT
Very sad indeed, my daughter is a friend of michael & also Johnny rhea
looking forward to this one!
Respect the road is raw ......
Well presented very informative 🙏🏻
These guys had no fear balls of steel as a Kiwi we lost Robert Holden in the Isle of Man TT one totally mad motor cycle race they're were such a special breed
Love the TT races.. amazing guys
RIP
You should of included joeys grave another legend also there 🙏🙏
That’s a separate one coming soon
Had a 650 Triumph Bonneville back in the 60's. Could just about edge it up to 110mph. 125’s can do that these days, scary or what🤔😱?!
Great video, Paul🤟✌️🙏
R.I.P. Dunlops
Dunlop Legends 🙏👍
i had a Suzuki 250 red when i was in my 20s a long long time ago
Legends in their own right the whole Dunlop clan. Oh and it’s Ach a Dooey for the track circuit 😊
You show respect Paul for all. Thank you.
The Dunlop family have literally give their all for the sport they loved and was in their DNA
That's an amazing sky above you as you filmed this!
Motorcycle racing has got to be even more dangerous than Formula 1. At least in F1 you have some degree of protection within the cockpit but in motorbikes you have nothing but the skill of the rider. These guys must have had nerves of steel to be hitting those kinds of speeds.
Incidentally I once heard that the ex Linfield and Northern Ireland international goalkeeper George Dunlop was from the same family. George only got 4 caps, such was the consistency of the great Pat Jennings, but even so, if its true then it would show a lot of talent within that family. Can anyone confirm if they were related?
The graves look well kept immaculate in Ireland
Great tribute to one of the greatest family dynasties. I'm guessing you have done a separate video about Joey and hopefully you got a chance to visit the Joey Dunlop memorial garden also.
Coleraine is pronounced Coal-rain btw, but our place names always get mispronounced.
Thank you, yes joeys is Sunday and a separate one for the memorial gardens to.
great video I am a biker Paul and I will pass on the video to the ACE CAFE -----MY CLUB
Thank you 🙏
Forever LEGENDS
In my 70-odd years, I've known a number of people who have owned motorcycles, but I don't know anyone who hasn't, at some point, fallen off the darn things!
Paul you put up some splendid content you rock you top boss on you tube