Jim Pomeroy
Jim Pomeroy (born November 16, 1952 in Sunnyside , Washington ; † August 6, 2006 in Yakima , Washington ) was the first American motocross racer to win a Grand Prix of the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM). He achieved this in 1973 in the 250cc class at the Spanish Motocross Grand Prix.
In 1987 he suffered serious injuries in a traffic accident. On August 6, 2006, his jeep overturned after it went off the road, causing fatal injuries to Jim Pomeroy.
World Cup placements
| year | class | space | Motorcycle brand |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 250cc Motocross World Championship | 7th | Bultaco |
| 1974 | 250cc Motocross World Championship | 14th | Bultaco |
| 1975 | 250cc Motocross World Championship | 7th | Bultaco |
| 1976 | 250cc Motocross World Championship | 4th | Bultaco |
| 1977 | 250cc Motocross USA World Championship | 3. | Honda |
| 1978 | 250cc Motocross USA World Championship | 5. | Honda |
Web links
- Hall of Fame Biography ( Memento dated February 2, 2007 in the Internet Archive )
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Pomeroy, Jim |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American motocross racer |
| DATE OF BIRTH | November 16, 1952 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Sunnyside , Washington |
| DATE OF DEATH | August 6, 2006 |
| Place of death | Yakima , Washington (State) |