Kenny Roberts
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About
Champion motorcycle racer. In 1978, he became the first American to win the Grand Prix.
Before Fame
He won the A.M.A. Grand National Championship and completed the coveted Grand Slam, winning every Grand National event.
Trivia
He pioneered many changes in the A.M.A., among them increased safety, a new dirt track riding style, and new engine designs.
Family Life
His son, Kenny Roberts, Jr., won the 2000 500 cc World Championship.
Associated With
He and Nicky Hayden were both prominent figures on the motorcycle racing circuit.
