Herbert Rittberger

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Herbert Rittberger
Nationality Flag of Germany German

Grand Prix motorcycle racing career
Active years 1973 - 1977
Teams Kreidler
Grands Prix 32
Championships
Wins 4
Podium finishes    14
Career points 249
Pole positions 1
Fastest laps 0
First Grand Prix 1973 50cc West German Grand Prix
First win 1974 50cc Dutch TT
Last win 1977 50cc West German Grand Prix
Last Grand Prix 1977 50cc Belgian Grand Prix


Herbert Rittberger (born May 16, 1949) was a former Grand Prix motorcycle road racer from Germany. His best years were in 1974, when he finished second to Henk van Kessel in the 50cc world championship, and 1976 when he again finished second in the 50cc world championship, this time to to Angel Nieto. Rittberger won four Grand Prix races during his career.

[edit] Reference