Tarquinio Provini Collection

Tarquinio Provini at Parkfield Corner, 1957 Ultra Lightweight TT
Italian ace Tarquinio Provini takes Parkfield Corner in the 1957 Ultra Lightweight TT. In retirement he produced the Protar plastic kits, one of which was this Mondial

Tarquinio Provini (Mondial) 1957 Ultra Lightweight TT
Tarquinio Provini (Mondial) at Parkfield Corner, in practice for the 1957 Ultra Lightweight TT

Tarquinio Provini (Morini) 1960 Lightweight TT
Tarquinio Provini (Morini) at Quarter Bridge; 1960 Lightweight TT

1958 Lightweight winners
Runner-up Tarquinio Provini (MV, 6), winner Carlo Ubbialli (MV, 11) and third-placed Mike Hailwood (NSU, 18). 1958 Lightweight TT

Tarquinio Provini leads Carlo Ubbiali (MV) 1959 Lightweight TT
Italians Tarquinio Provini leads Carlo Ubbiali (MV) 1959 Lightweight TT

Tarquinios practice mount
Tarquinio Provini practising for his first TT, the 1955 Ultra Lightweight TT. Quite why he is riding a road machine is unclear. Provini went on to win four TTs and two world championships

EX 1957 - an Italian solo whitewash
Tarquinio Provini (Mondial) 1957 Ultra Lightweight TT, Cecil Sandford (Mondial) 1957 Lightweight TT, Bob McIntyre (Gilera) 1957 Junior TT, 1957 Senior TT

Tarquinio Provini (MV) 1958 Lightweight TT
Tarquinio Provini (MV) at the Manx Arms. 1958 Lightweight TT

Tarquinio Provini and the wonder single
In 1960s Tarquinio Provini and his Morini took on the might of Honda for the Lightweight world championship, losing the 1963 title to Jim Redman by just two points

The pavement-racing-line
Carlo Ubbiali teaches MV team-mate Tarquinio Provini the long, sweeping fast line round Parkfield Corner in the 1958 125 TT. He had practised the art of pabement raceing the previous year (inset)

Tarquinio Provini (Mondial) 1955 Ultra Lightweight TT
Tarquinio Provini (Mondial) at Governors Bridge: 1955 Ultra Lightweight TT

Tarquinio Provini (MV) 1959 Lightweight TT
Tarquinio Provini (MV) at Parkfield Corner; 1959 Lightweight TT

Tarquinio Provini (Benelli) 1964 Lightweight TT
Tarquinio Provini (Benelli) at Quarter Bridge; 1964 Lightweight TT

Provini, Perris, Duff & Redman, 1965 Lightweight TT
The first four placemen in the 1965 Lightweight TT. Tarquinio Provini (Benelli), Frank Perris (Suzuki), Mike Duff (Yamaha) and victor Jim Redman (Honda)

Tarquinio Provini (Kreidler) 1964 50cc TT
Italian Tarquinio Provini (Kreidler) on Bray Hill: 1964 50cc TT

Tarquinio Provini (Mondial) 1957 Lightweight TT
Tarquinio Provini (Mondial) aat Governors Bridge; 1957 Lightweight TT

Tarquinio Provini (MV) 1959 Ultra Lightweight TT
Tarquinio Provini (MV) at the Manx Arms; 1959 Ultra Lightweight TT

Tarquinio Provini (Benelli) 1965 Lightweight TT
Tarquinio Provini (Benelli) at Quarter Bridge; 1965 Lightweight TT

Tarquinio Provini at Parliament Square: 1964 50 TT
Universally known for riding Italian machines; Mondial, MV and Morini, Tarquinio Provini had a season riding the West German Kreidlers

Tarquinio Provini (Benelli) 1965 Junior TT
Tarquinio Provini (Benelli) at Signpost Corner; 1965 Junior TT

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Tarquinio Provini, a legendary Italian motorcycle racer, left an indelible mark on the world of motorsports. In 1957, at Parkfield Corner, he showcased his exceptional skills during the Ultra Lightweight TT race. The following year, he emerged victorious in the Lightweight category and solidified his status as a force to be reckoned with. Riding for Mondial in 1957's Ultra Lightweight TT race, Tarquinio Provini displayed sheer determination and unmatched talent. His performance was nothing short of extraordinary. In 1960, representing Morini in the Lightweight TT event, Provini once again proved his mettle on the track. He fearlessly maneuvered through every twist and turn to claim another triumph. The year 1965 witnessed Tarquinio Provini joining forces with Benelli for the Lightweight TT race. With unparalleled precision and speed, he conquered every obstacle that came his way. Rewind back to 1955 when Tarquinio participated in yet another Ultra Lightweight TT race under Mondial's banner. This time too, he left spectators awestruck by showcasing unrivaled expertise on two wheels. During the thrilling showdown of Carlo Ubbiali (MV) against Tarquinio Provini at the 1959 Lightweight TT event, it was evident that these two titans were destined for greatness. However, it was Provini who led the pack with unwavering determination. An unforgettable moment occurred in 1957 when Italy dominated solo whitewash at an international level - a testament to their prowess in motorcycle racing. And leading this charge was none other than Tarquinio Provini himself astride MV Agusta. Once again riding for MV Agusta in 1958's Lightweight TT competition, Tarquinio showcased why he was considered one of Italy's finest racers ever known. Tarquinio Provini became synonymous with excellence not only due to his remarkable skills but also because of his affinity for the wonder single.