| Fritz Betzelbacher | |
|---|---|
 Betzelbacher (#6) in 1962. | |
| Nationality | German |
| Born | 18 October 1938 (age 86) [1] Neu-Isenburg, Germany |
| Motocross career | |
| Years active | 1957- 1966 |
| Teams | Maico, Montesa |
| Championships | 1 (1957) |
| Wins | 4 |
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