Description
PLEASE NOTE: This helmet sold before it was scheduled to go up for auction – we’re sharing it to help you value the Iconic memorabilia that we sell!
Additional photos of this Roberts Jr. helmet are available here for your perusal.
Kenny Roberts Jr. is son of racing legend Kenny Roberts, and are the only father and son duo to win the 500cc World Championship. With 8 wins, 22 podium placements, and being inducted into the F.I.M. MotoGP Hall of Fame in 2017. Here is a picture of him in 1999.
Roberts started his first race in the 250cc class at Willow Springs in 1990, accomplishing 5 wins that season. In 1993 he had his first World 500cc debut at the Laguna Seca Raceway, and in 1994-1995 he was full-time at Marlboro-Yamaha’s 250cc team.
He was signed to Suzuki in 1999, and won opened up with wining the first two races of the season, and finishing in second overall, and coming in first in the 2000 season.
This helmet was made by the Japanese company Arai.
This was Robert’s Suzuki team suit in the 1999 season.
The helmet is signed by Kenny Roberts Jr.
There is minor wear from use but it does not appear to have been crashed in.
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this helmet is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any Roberts Jr. stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Shipping Information
Continental US:
Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
- spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
- the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
- additional details can be found here
Southern California
On a case-by-case basis, we can transport motorcycles in our van.
We are located in Santa Monica, California 90405.
Local Rates (one way):
0-50 miles: $150
50-150 miles: $300
Alaska/Hawaii:
Please contact concierge@iconicmotorbikes.com for a quote.
Canada:
We recommend TFX
$1,500 for Los Angeles, CA to Canada is a ROUGH ballpark, please contact TFX for an exact quote including shipping and customs.
Europe and Asia:
We recommend Shippio
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.
Australia/New Zealand:
We recommend Bikes Abroad
$1,500 for US to Australia is a ROUGH ballpark, please contact Bikes Abroad for an exact quote including shipping and customs.
