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Michael Barnes

b. 1968

American motorcycle racer

Motorcycle racer
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About Michael Barnes

Born 1968. Michael Barnes is an American motorcycle racer.

Michael Barnes (born October 21, 1968) is an American motorcycle racer.

Barnes gets wildcard race at Austin and thus became the oldest Rookie to début in MotoGP class era at 44 years old (similar to George Follmer's feat at 1973 South African Grand Prix in Formula One).

Career statistics

AMA Formula Xtreme Championship By year

AMA Supersport Championship By year

AMA Superstock Championship By year

MotoAmerica Twins Championship

Races by year

Grand Prix motorcycle racing By season SeasonClassMotorcycleTeamNumberRaceWinPodiumPoleFLapPtsPlcd MotoGP BCL GP Tech 44 0 0 0 0 0 0 NC Total 0 0 0 0 0 0

Races by year (key) Year Class Bike 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 MotoGP BCL QAT AMEDNQ SPA FRA ITA CAT NED GER USA INP CZE GBR RSM ARA MAL AUS JPN VAL NC 0

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Important facts

Born
21 October 1968, Norwalk
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Motorcycle racer
Nationality
United States
Also known as
Mike Barnes

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Michael Barnes?

American motorcycle racer

When was Michael Barnes born?

Michael Barnes was born on 21 October 1968 in Norwalk.

What is Michael Barnes's occupation?

Michael Barnes is a motorcycle racer.

What nationality is Michael Barnes?

Michael Barnes is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Michael Barnes

· Wikidata: Q16147689

· DBpedia: Michael Barnes (motorcyclist)

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MLA: "Michael Barnes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/michael-barnes-motorcycle-racer/.

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