Mervyn Robinson
'Robo'
Mervyn, Robo, Robinson's racing career began in 1968. He had great passion for road racing and it was Mervyn's enthusiasm that got Joey Dunlop interested in the sport. He was a mechanic by trade and could fix anything; Mervyns technical ability enabled him to make unused bikes and bike parts road worthy once again.
Mervyn had his first win in 1974 at Kirkistown racetrack, but it was his victory at the 1975 Ulster Grand Prix that proved one of the finest moments and achievement in his career.
Mervyn's racing career and life were cut unfairly short when he crashed at the 1980 Northwest 200 in the 500cc race. He lost control at the dreaded Mather's Cross, a sharp bend in the Portrush road.
