Description: (German Professional Motorcycle Racer)
Ernst Degner, a professional Grand Prix motorcycle road racer from Eastern Germany, made a daring defection to the west in 1961. He played a crucial role in transferring MZ's tuning techniques to Suzuki, which resulted in the Japanese company's first Grand Prix championship win in 1962. Degner's bold move and technical expertise significantly contributed to Suzuki's success in motorcycle racing, establishing him as a skilled and influential figure in the sport.