Peter Hickman
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Rider Profile

Peter Hickman

Road Racing - PHR Performance

One of the most popular and instantly recognisable riders in the BSB paddock, ‘Hicky’ has started an incredible 466 races in the Championship since his debut in 2006.

His best Championship finish came in 2009 when he recorded a runners-up spot in the final standings- he has seven BSB wins to his name, and 25 podiums.

Peter however is more widely known as one of the best road racers of all time. Currently 6th in all time wins at the TT and he also holds the fastest lap time around the famous course.

Q and A with Peter.....

What is your best achievement(s) in the sport?

In BSB it would be finishing 4th in the Championship in 2017 and also being the top BMW rider 5 times out of the last 8 years.

At the TT it would be equalling the great Mike Hailwood on 14 wins.

 

Who was your biggest influence as you came through the ranks?

Valentino Rossi and my father Dave Hickman.

 

What constitutes a successful season in 2025?

More TT wins and top 5 in the BSB Championship.

 

If you weren’t a superbike rider, what job would you be doing?

Always wanted to be a fighter pilot as a kid!

 

Favourite cheat meal?

Chinese!

 

Favourite boxset or TV Show to binge?

Don’t usually watch box sets but, Queen of the South and American Horror Story were both good.

 

You’re on a 12-hour flight – what three films are you definitely watching?

Top Gun (Maverick), Talladega Nights, Independence Day 

 

Best holiday destination?

Thailand.