Formula 750
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Formula 750 was a FIM motorcycle road racing series based on a 750 cubic centimeter engine capacity. The series began in 1973 as a British based series. In 1975 the series was upgraded to European championship status and in 1977, it attained world championship status. The FIM discontinued the class after the 1979 season.
[edit] Formula 750 champions
| Year | Rider | Country | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Barry Sheene | Suzuki | |
| 1974 | John Dodds | Yamaha | |
| 1975 | Jack Findlay | Yamaha | |
| 1976 | Víctor Palomo | Yamaha | |
| 1977 | Steve Baker | Yamaha | |
| 1978 | Johnny Cecotto | Yamaha | |
| 1979 | Patrick Pons | Yamaha |

