1. Giacomo Agostini

• Years Active: 1964-1977
• Nationality: Italian
• Titles: 8

Agostini is widely regarded as one of the greatest motorcycle racers of all time. His record of 8 World Championships is legendary and still unbeaten. Agostini's consistency and dominance earned him multiple wins at prestigious events like the Isle of Man TT, where he secured 10 wins.

2. Valentino Rossi

• Years Active: 1996-2021
• Nationality: Italian
• Titles: 7

Known for his charisma and personality, Rossi has become a global icon. He won his first premier class title in 2001 and went on to secure a total of seven championships, with his last title coming in 2009. Rossi has a total of 115 wins, making him one of the most beloved figures in motorsport.

3. Marc Márquez

• Years Active: 2013 – Present
• Nationality: Spanish
• Titles: 6

Márquez entered MotoGP in 2013 and immediately made a legacy by winning his first championship in his rookie year. His aggressive, fearless riding style has earned him admiration. Márquez’s six titles in just over a decade make him one of the most successful riders of his generation, and he still remains a fierce competitor.

4. Mick Doohan

• Years Active: 1989-1999
• Nationality: Australian
• Titles: 5

Doohan was a symbol of dominance in the 1990s, as he dominated MotoGP with five consecutive titles from 1994 to 1998. His legacy during this period was marked by consistent podium finishes and his ability to excel in difficult conditions. Doohan’s career was tragically cut short after a serious leg injury in 1999, but his legacy continues to this day.

5. Mike Hailwood

• Years Active: 1958-1979
• Nationality: British
• Titles: 4

Hailwood is often regarded as one of the most talented riders in the history of motorsport. He won four MotoGP championships and achieved immense success in both road racing and circuit racing. Hailwood made an iconic comeback at the Isle of Man TT in 1978, where he won a race 11 years after he had retired.

6. Eddie Lawson

• Years Active: 1984-1992
• Nationality: American
• Titles: 4

Lawson’s adaptability was key to his success in the 1980s, as he won four championships riding for various manufacturers, including Yamaha and Honda. His calm and collected riding style helped him become one of the most consistent riders of his era. Lawson’s impressive racecraft and ability to win on different types of motorcycles made him a respected figure in the sport.

7. John Surtees

• Years Active: 1952-1960
• Nationality: British
• Titles: 4

Surtees is the only person to have won championships on both two wheels and four. He won four titles in MotoGP in the late 1950s and early 1960s before transitioning to Formula 1, where he would later win the F1 World Championship. Surtees’ remarkable career has solidified him as one of the most versatile athletes, and his influence on both disciplines remains significant.

8. Geoff Duke

• Years Active: 1949-1959
• Nationality: British
• Titles: 4

Duke was one of the pioneers of Grand Prix racing in the post-WWII era. He won four 500cc World Championships and played a key role in promoting motorcycle racing worldwide. His success helped elevate the profile of the sport during the 1950s, and he was one of the first riders to gain fame outside of Europe.

9. Jorge Lorenzo

• Years Active: 2008-2019
• Nationality: Spanish
• Titles: 3

Known for his smooth and precise riding style, Lorenzo’s three MotoGP titles came in 2010, 2012, and 2015. Lorenzo’s fierce rivalry with Valentino Rossi added an extra dimension to his career, and his legacy as one of Spain’s top riders is solidified with 68 Grand Prix victories across multiple classes.

10. Wayne Rainey

• Years Active: 1988-1993
• Nationality: American
• Titles: 3

Rainey was a dominant force in the early 1990s, winning three consecutive 500cc World Championships from 1990 to 1992. His precise riding and consistent finishes made him a model of excellence in the sport. Unfortunately, his career was cut short by a severe spinal injury in 1993, but his influence on the sport and his outstanding performances still resonate among fellow riders.