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#1
Motorcycle Talk / Joyracer Youth ATVs Recalled
Last post by Biketographer - June 13, 2025, 01:49:41 PMName of Product:
Joyracer 500w Dirt Quad Electric ATVs
Hazard:
The youth ATVs are missing a tail lamp, stop lamp and all required safety reflectors, reducing visibility of the ATV to other vehicles, posing a collision hazard. The handlebars also fail to comply with ATV safety requirements, posing a deadly laceration hazard if the child rider's body or head impacts the handlebars. Additionally, the ATVs fail to comply with other mandatory safety requirements for ATVs intended for children 6 years of age and older, including lacking an owner's manual and required labeling. ATVs that fail to meet the mandatory safety regulations pose a risk of serious injury or death to the rider.
Consumer Action:
CPSC urges consumers to stop using the Joyracer youth ATVs immediately and dispose of them in accordance with local disposal requirements. Do not sell or give away these hazardous ATVs.
The Joyracer youth 500W Dirt Quad Electric ATVs were sold online at Walmart.com from June 2024 through January 2025 for between $550 and $1,000. They were sold in black, blue, light blue, red and yellow colors. The products may have also been sold on other platforms or by other third-party sellers.
These products were manufactured in China.
CPSC urges consumers to stop using the Joyracer youth ATVs immediately and dispose of them in accordance with local disposal requirements. Do not sell or give away these hazardous ATVs.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2025/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Immediately-Stop-Using-Joyracer-Youth-All-Terrain-Vehicles-ATVs-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Collision-and-Crash-Hazards-Violations-of-the-Federal-Regulations-for-ATVs
Joyracer 500w Dirt Quad Electric ATVs
Hazard:
The youth ATVs are missing a tail lamp, stop lamp and all required safety reflectors, reducing visibility of the ATV to other vehicles, posing a collision hazard. The handlebars also fail to comply with ATV safety requirements, posing a deadly laceration hazard if the child rider's body or head impacts the handlebars. Additionally, the ATVs fail to comply with other mandatory safety requirements for ATVs intended for children 6 years of age and older, including lacking an owner's manual and required labeling. ATVs that fail to meet the mandatory safety regulations pose a risk of serious injury or death to the rider.
Consumer Action:
CPSC urges consumers to stop using the Joyracer youth ATVs immediately and dispose of them in accordance with local disposal requirements. Do not sell or give away these hazardous ATVs.
The Joyracer youth 500W Dirt Quad Electric ATVs were sold online at Walmart.com from June 2024 through January 2025 for between $550 and $1,000. They were sold in black, blue, light blue, red and yellow colors. The products may have also been sold on other platforms or by other third-party sellers.
These products were manufactured in China.
CPSC urges consumers to stop using the Joyracer youth ATVs immediately and dispose of them in accordance with local disposal requirements. Do not sell or give away these hazardous ATVs.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2025/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Immediately-Stop-Using-Joyracer-Youth-All-Terrain-Vehicles-ATVs-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Collision-and-Crash-Hazards-Violations-of-the-Federal-Regulations-for-ATVs
#2
Motorcycle Talk / Re: MotoAmerica to Use Blood T...
Last post by Biketographer - June 12, 2025, 12:27:45 PMConcussion blood test has already shown its value.
Read the full news article on www.MotoAmerica.com
QuoteMotoAmerica Medical Director Dr. Carl Price has been using the new Abbott i-STAT Alinity analyzer and i-STAT TBI test cartridges since the Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta round. At the recent Road America round, two case studies emerged that have provided some valuable insights about the device and the testing procedures.
Quote"The second test the next morning definitely revealed that he had a concussion, so he was ruled out of riding for the remainder of the weekend.
"The Abbott i-STAT Alinity analyzer has really been an epiphany for me. The UCH-L1 rises quickly. Almost immediately. The GFAP takes a little bit longer to rise. Generally, it peaks at around 18 to 23 hours. I tested the rider once not long after the crash, and then, I tested him a second time about 16 hours later. So, that's an important learning in this process.
Read the full news article on www.MotoAmerica.com
#3
Motorcycle Talk / Neck Brace Effectiveness Stati...
Last post by Biketographer - June 11, 2025, 08:23:27 AMNeck Brace Effectiveness Statistics by Great Lakes EMS Inc (Action Sports EMS).
Introduction/Background
Action Sports EMS is an ambulance service catering to the amateur motocross industry in five states.
Founded in 2008 in Northern Wisconsin we have managed to procure some of the largest motocross venues
in the Midwest. Our annual coverage includes multiple area and regional Loretta Lynn qualifiers, Flat track
grand nationals, ISOC, sno-cross events, and more. We work directly for the AMA providing care and
transport at various events, often managing over 1000 riders in a single weekend.
Over the years we have overheard and had conversations about the positives and perceived negatives of
wearing various kinds of safety gear, in particular neck braces. Regardless of make or manufacturer people
seem to think they are "bad". This perception may be based on old designs, personal experiences, social
media commentary, and/or a total lack of knowledge when it comes to body mechanics.
Riders from age 6 to age 50+ have shared some horrific fallacies about neck braces, much of this
information is coming from other riders during what we call "campfire talk". More frustrating are trainers with
junior riders feeding this information to parents and young riders. Some examples:
• A neck brace will break your collarbone.
• You cannot look up a hill or jump so don't wear one.
• You cannot compete wearing one of these and not many Pro's wear them.
• They will break your upper back and cause nerve damage or paralysis.
• They are uncomfortable.
• They restrict movement.
• They are stupid looking.
• None of them fit right.
We as a team feel our riders need to be educated on the mechanics of a neck brace, what it can and cannot
do. Furthermore, we must dispel these myths about a product designed to help protect the cervical spine
and potentially save a life. The same can be said for seatbelts and air bags many decades ago.
We feel the results of this actual patient data is proof that neck braces are providing the results intended
since their creation. This is something the manufacturers of these devices have known for several years, and
we hope the extensiveness of this report (and other reports like it) will finally show people real world data. We
feel the manufacturers are on the right path and the data from the study will back up their claims.
Data Collected
*Data is collected for all patient contacts per DHS rule in any state a provider is licensed.
Data in this study has been collected from January 2009 to October 2018, (nearly 10 years) and includes
9430 total patients, 8529 of which fall into the criteria pertaining to wearing (or not wearing) a neck brace,
along with Cervical Spine and/or Clavicle injuries, and/or deaths recorded during this time. The other 901
pre-date the "Yes brace or No brace" question, so data from these instances was excluded. This case study
strictly isolates data pertaining to these injuries, as well as accompanying factors like hospital admit, ALS
transport (Advanced life support ambulance or flight service), spinal immobilization, fatal injury, and more.
Of the 8529 recorded patients, 4726 of them were toggled as "NO" which indicates neck protection was not
in place at the time of injury and when the record was created. 3803 were toggled "YES" which indicates
neck protection was in place at the time of injury and when the record was created.
Statistics
1. A Critical Cervical Spine injury is 89% more likely without a
neck brace.
Over the course of the 10 year study, there were 239 recorded cases of Critical Cervical Spine injuries
without a neck brace, and 26 with a neck brace.
2. Death is 69%+* more likely (due to Cervical Spine Injury)
without a neck brace.
Over the course of the 10 year study, there were 4 recorded cases of death caused by Critical Cervical Spine
injuries without a neck brace, and just 1 with a neck brace.
*It should be noted that the patient who experienced death with the neck brace had a full Cervical Spine
Fusion from a previous injury, and received a blunt force (part of the motorcycle) directly to the back of the
neck. Since the injury falls into our report criteria the accident is included in this report, but the circumstances
are worth mentioning.
Deaths due to Critical Cervical Injury
3. A Non-Critical Cervical Spine injury is 75% more likely without
a neck brace.
Over the course of the 10 year study, there were 702 recorded cases of Non-Critical Cervical Spine injuries
without a neck brace, and just 109 with a neck brace.
4. A Clavicle (collarbone) fracture is 45% more likely without a neck brace.
Over the course of the 10 year study, there were 443 recorded Clavicle fractures without a neck brace, and
291 with a neck brace.
Non-Critical Cervical Injuries
Clavicle (Collarbone) Injuries
5. Cervical Spine injuries sustained without a neck brace are
more severe, require greater care.
As shown in the left above, of the 239 Critical Cervical Spine injuries without a neck brace (Shown in black),
100% (239) of them required a hospital admit (Yellow) and ALS transport (Orange), compared to just 73%,
and 42% for neck brace wearers respectively (Right chart, same colors).
Of the 239 Critical Cervical Spine injuries without a neck brace, 87% (207) received Spinal Immobilization
(Red), where as of the 26 Critical Cervical Spine injuries with a neck brace, 76% (22) were immobilized.
Without Neck Brace
Critcal Cervical Injury Hospital Admit
ALS Transport Spinal Immobalization
With Neck brace
Critcal Cervical Injury Hospital Admit
ALS Transport Spinal Immobalization
6. A Cervical Spine injury of any kind is 82% more likely without a
neck brace.
Over the course of the 10 year study, combining all critical and non critical Cervical Spine injuries, 945 injuries
were recorded without a neck brace (20% of 4726 people), and 136 with a neck brace (3.5% of 3803
people).
Conclusion
9430 recorded accidents over nearly 10 years is a substantial sampling of real world data pertaining to neck
braces, and in every instance above neck braces are an exponential improvement in rider safety. We will
continue to record this data for many years to come, and we feel with time these statistics will only continue,
if not improve if more people continue to adopt this technology. While we cannot definitively rule out that the
device (or any device) could potentially play a negative role during an accident, we feel it is important to
mention that no device known to man is 100% effective, and that same rule applies to neck braces.
Our hope is that people see this, educate themselves on the benefits of wearing a neck brace, and make an
informed decision regarding their safety when riding their motorcycle. The numbers don't lie, and we highly
recommend everyone consider wearing any protection item that can help contribute to their safety.
It should be noted that just like your bike, helmet, boots, etc, any equipment worn must be properly fitted
according to manufacturers instructions in order to provide maximum benefit and wearability. Improperly
fitted equipment can cause unexpected results, and may hinder your ability on the motorcycle, and may even
lead to injury and/or death.
Disclaimer: We are an EMS service that is simply looking out for rider safety. This is real world data
collected over many years, and has in no way been manipulated to show a benefit or detriment either for, or
against neck braces. Keeping you safe is our passion and it is our duty to share what we have learned while
catering to the motorsports industry and to our moto-family for the good part of a decade.
Quick Reference Terms
Cervical = "neck" made up of seven vertebrae C1 - C7
Clavicle Injury = "Collarbone"
ALS = Advanced Life Support Ambulance or Flight Service
Hospital Admit = Admitted to Surgery, ICU, or Floor
Spinal Immobilization = Long Board Cervical Collar
Non-Critical = "Stinger" Neck Pain, Decreased range of motion. Assessment in Ambulance release signed
Source: Great Lakes EMS Inc. / Action Sports EMS - Ambulance data reporting system.
Equipment used data capture parameters in patient care worksheet : Helmet, Goggles, Boots, Knee
Introduction/Background
Action Sports EMS is an ambulance service catering to the amateur motocross industry in five states.
Founded in 2008 in Northern Wisconsin we have managed to procure some of the largest motocross venues
in the Midwest. Our annual coverage includes multiple area and regional Loretta Lynn qualifiers, Flat track
grand nationals, ISOC, sno-cross events, and more. We work directly for the AMA providing care and
transport at various events, often managing over 1000 riders in a single weekend.
Over the years we have overheard and had conversations about the positives and perceived negatives of
wearing various kinds of safety gear, in particular neck braces. Regardless of make or manufacturer people
seem to think they are "bad". This perception may be based on old designs, personal experiences, social
media commentary, and/or a total lack of knowledge when it comes to body mechanics.
Riders from age 6 to age 50+ have shared some horrific fallacies about neck braces, much of this
information is coming from other riders during what we call "campfire talk". More frustrating are trainers with
junior riders feeding this information to parents and young riders. Some examples:
• A neck brace will break your collarbone.
• You cannot look up a hill or jump so don't wear one.
• You cannot compete wearing one of these and not many Pro's wear them.
• They will break your upper back and cause nerve damage or paralysis.
• They are uncomfortable.
• They restrict movement.
• They are stupid looking.
• None of them fit right.
We as a team feel our riders need to be educated on the mechanics of a neck brace, what it can and cannot
do. Furthermore, we must dispel these myths about a product designed to help protect the cervical spine
and potentially save a life. The same can be said for seatbelts and air bags many decades ago.
We feel the results of this actual patient data is proof that neck braces are providing the results intended
since their creation. This is something the manufacturers of these devices have known for several years, and
we hope the extensiveness of this report (and other reports like it) will finally show people real world data. We
feel the manufacturers are on the right path and the data from the study will back up their claims.
Data Collected
*Data is collected for all patient contacts per DHS rule in any state a provider is licensed.
Data in this study has been collected from January 2009 to October 2018, (nearly 10 years) and includes
9430 total patients, 8529 of which fall into the criteria pertaining to wearing (or not wearing) a neck brace,
along with Cervical Spine and/or Clavicle injuries, and/or deaths recorded during this time. The other 901
pre-date the "Yes brace or No brace" question, so data from these instances was excluded. This case study
strictly isolates data pertaining to these injuries, as well as accompanying factors like hospital admit, ALS
transport (Advanced life support ambulance or flight service), spinal immobilization, fatal injury, and more.
Of the 8529 recorded patients, 4726 of them were toggled as "NO" which indicates neck protection was not
in place at the time of injury and when the record was created. 3803 were toggled "YES" which indicates
neck protection was in place at the time of injury and when the record was created.
Statistics
1. A Critical Cervical Spine injury is 89% more likely without a
neck brace.
Over the course of the 10 year study, there were 239 recorded cases of Critical Cervical Spine injuries
without a neck brace, and 26 with a neck brace.
2. Death is 69%+* more likely (due to Cervical Spine Injury)
without a neck brace.
Over the course of the 10 year study, there were 4 recorded cases of death caused by Critical Cervical Spine
injuries without a neck brace, and just 1 with a neck brace.
*It should be noted that the patient who experienced death with the neck brace had a full Cervical Spine
Fusion from a previous injury, and received a blunt force (part of the motorcycle) directly to the back of the
neck. Since the injury falls into our report criteria the accident is included in this report, but the circumstances
are worth mentioning.
Deaths due to Critical Cervical Injury
3. A Non-Critical Cervical Spine injury is 75% more likely without
a neck brace.
Over the course of the 10 year study, there were 702 recorded cases of Non-Critical Cervical Spine injuries
without a neck brace, and just 109 with a neck brace.
4. A Clavicle (collarbone) fracture is 45% more likely without a neck brace.
291 with a neck brace.
Non-Critical Cervical Injuries
Clavicle (Collarbone) Injuries
5. Cervical Spine injuries sustained without a neck brace are
more severe, require greater care.
As shown in the left above, of the 239 Critical Cervical Spine injuries without a neck brace (Shown in black),
100% (239) of them required a hospital admit (Yellow) and ALS transport (Orange), compared to just 73%,
and 42% for neck brace wearers respectively (Right chart, same colors).
Of the 239 Critical Cervical Spine injuries without a neck brace, 87% (207) received Spinal Immobilization
(Red), where as of the 26 Critical Cervical Spine injuries with a neck brace, 76% (22) were immobilized.
Without Neck Brace
Critcal Cervical Injury Hospital Admit
ALS Transport Spinal Immobalization
With Neck brace
Critcal Cervical Injury Hospital Admit
ALS Transport Spinal Immobalization
6. A Cervical Spine injury of any kind is 82% more likely without a
neck brace.
Over the course of the 10 year study, combining all critical and non critical Cervical Spine injuries, 945 injuries
were recorded without a neck brace (20% of 4726 people), and 136 with a neck brace (3.5% of 3803
people).
Conclusion
9430 recorded accidents over nearly 10 years is a substantial sampling of real world data pertaining to neck
braces, and in every instance above neck braces are an exponential improvement in rider safety. We will
continue to record this data for many years to come, and we feel with time these statistics will only continue,
if not improve if more people continue to adopt this technology. While we cannot definitively rule out that the
device (or any device) could potentially play a negative role during an accident, we feel it is important to
mention that no device known to man is 100% effective, and that same rule applies to neck braces.
Our hope is that people see this, educate themselves on the benefits of wearing a neck brace, and make an
informed decision regarding their safety when riding their motorcycle. The numbers don't lie, and we highly
recommend everyone consider wearing any protection item that can help contribute to their safety.
It should be noted that just like your bike, helmet, boots, etc, any equipment worn must be properly fitted
according to manufacturers instructions in order to provide maximum benefit and wearability. Improperly
fitted equipment can cause unexpected results, and may hinder your ability on the motorcycle, and may even
lead to injury and/or death.
Disclaimer: We are an EMS service that is simply looking out for rider safety. This is real world data
collected over many years, and has in no way been manipulated to show a benefit or detriment either for, or
against neck braces. Keeping you safe is our passion and it is our duty to share what we have learned while
catering to the motorsports industry and to our moto-family for the good part of a decade.
Quick Reference Terms
Cervical = "neck" made up of seven vertebrae C1 - C7
Clavicle Injury = "Collarbone"
ALS = Advanced Life Support Ambulance or Flight Service
Hospital Admit = Admitted to Surgery, ICU, or Floor
Spinal Immobilization = Long Board Cervical Collar
Non-Critical = "Stinger" Neck Pain, Decreased range of motion. Assessment in Ambulance release signed
Source: Great Lakes EMS Inc. / Action Sports EMS - Ambulance data reporting system.
Equipment used data capture parameters in patient care worksheet : Helmet, Goggles, Boots, Knee
#4
Motorcycle Talk / ADV bikes at Motoamerica Virgi...
Last post by Biketographer - June 10, 2025, 08:15:57 AMMotoAmerica, North America's premier motorcycle road racing series, is excited to announce that it will incorporate an Adventure Bike (ADV) Experience into its event at Virginia International Raceway, August 1-3.
The Motul ADV Experience will complement MotoAmerica's goal of further broadening its at-event experiences, adding to its already robust weekend of racing and off-track activities.
The Motul ADV Experience will feature ADV-related activities including a defined ADV Village area, obstacle course, singletrack 6.5-mile mini loop, ADV vendors, tent camping, Dragoo Adventure Rider Training (DART), additional clinics, motorcycle manufacturer ADV displays, and more.
The Motul ADV Experience will be located within the grounds of VIRginia International Raceway with access to the Motul ADV Experience free to those with paid MotoAmerica event admission.Tent camping within the ADV area and trail access will be available for an incremental fee.
The Motul ADV Experience will complement MotoAmerica's goal of further broadening its at-event experiences, adding to its already robust weekend of racing and off-track activities.
The Motul ADV Experience will feature ADV-related activities including a defined ADV Village area, obstacle course, singletrack 6.5-mile mini loop, ADV vendors, tent camping, Dragoo Adventure Rider Training (DART), additional clinics, motorcycle manufacturer ADV displays, and more.
The Motul ADV Experience will be located within the grounds of VIRginia International Raceway with access to the Motul ADV Experience free to those with paid MotoAmerica event admission.Tent camping within the ADV area and trail access will be available for an incremental fee.
#5
Photos and Videos / Re: Picture of the Day
Last post by Biketographer - June 10, 2025, 08:09:18 AMDo not let it go to waste 
#6
Motorcycle Talk / Spray On mud
Last post by Biketographer - June 01, 2025, 07:52:29 AMcould work for your adventure bike as well 
https://www.autoignite.co.nz/products/spray-on-mud-aerosol-750ml
https://www.autoignite.co.nz/products/spray-on-mud-aerosol-750ml
#7
Motorcycle Talk / Re: Bucket list rides; Rt 212 ...
Last post by Biketographer - May 26, 2025, 11:33:36 AMAnother bucket list ride for me.
What are some of yours ?
What are some of yours ?
#8
Motorcycle Talk / Re: Bucket list rides; Wheeler...
Last post by Biketographer - May 24, 2025, 06:03:05 PMThis screen shot does not show the beautiful unpaved roads. Perfect for an ADV bike.
https://www.google.com/maps/@36.2827823,-105.4624167,9z?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUyMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
Post you bucket list rides so we can all enjoy your finds.
https://www.google.com/maps/@36.2827823,-105.4624167,9z?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUyMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
Post you bucket list rides so we can all enjoy your finds.
#9
Racing Discussion / Cooper Webb Three-Time Supercr...
Last post by Biketographer - May 24, 2025, 12:21:28 PMPALA, Calif., May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 17-Round Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and indoor stadium season of the SMX World Championship™ series concluded on Saturday, May 10 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City. Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing's Cooper Webb won the title and joined a very short list of athletes (seven) to earn three or more premier class championships. At 29, Webb becomes the oldest champion in the sport's history, besting 2-Time Champion Eli Tomac by just one week.
Webb finished the season with five wins and thirteen podium appearances.
Like the 450SX Class Championship, the Eastern Divisional 250SX Class Championship also came down to the final race of the season – the Dave Coombs Sr. East/West Showdown that featured both 250 divisions racing together. Red Bull KTM's Tom Vialle backed up last year's title run with a second championship over rivals Seth Hammaker and RJ Hampshire. Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing's Haiden Deegan wrapped up the Western Divisional 250SX Class Championship one week earlier in Denver, Colorado.
The 2025 Monster Energy Supercross season drew the fourth highest attendance in the sport's modern era. The season started with a sold-out event at the Anaheim Opener at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California on January 11. For the second year in a row Round 7 in Arlington, Texas at AT&T Stadium on February 22 was the most attended event of the season hosting more than 68K fans. Rounds 9 and 11 in Indianapolis, Indiana at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 8 and Seattle, Washington at Lumen Field on March 29 both recorded their second highest attendances ever for their respective markets with Indianapolis pulling an impressive 62K plus and Seattle drawing 58,463.
Round 15 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at Acrisure Stadium on April 26 was the shining star of the Northeast run as more than 58K fans attended the first race ever held at the stadium, and first time back in market since 1983. The pre-race festival FanFest also drew a notable 26K plus fans which is 8,000 more people than neighboring PPG Paints Arena would typically host for a sold-out Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL) home game.
The season concluded with a near capacity crowd at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City. In total, 828,796 fans attended Supercross and 329,751 showed up early for the pre-race festivities known as FanFest in 2025.
From a domestic viewership standpoint, the 2025 season marked several milestones as eight of the ten most-streamed races of all time on Peacock were from this season. Over 80% of races (14 of 17) saw viewership increases compared to last season on Peacock. Additionally, over 1 billion total minutes were streamed on Peacock for the first time ever.
Streamed in three different languages (English, Spanish, and French), the international livestream made available through the SuperMotocross Video Pass continues to drive a global viewing audience and makes SuperMotocross one of the most accessible sports around the world. In its third year, global subscriptions to the SMX Video Pass are up 43% and 70% compared to 2024 and 2023 respectively. Compared to 2023, the SMX Video Pass saw a 28% increase in views, an 80% increase in unique viewers, and a 50% increase in minutes watched.
In its second year, the Spanish Broadcast has seen year-over-year increases in total views - 85%, unique viewers - 34%, and minutes watched - 89%.
Tomorrow, Saturday, May 24, the outdoor Pro Motocross season of the SMX World Championship series gets underway with the Pala Casino Fox Raceway National Presented by Fox Racing in Pala, Calif. The 11-round outdoor season will travel to 10 different states, with visits to Fox Raceway, Hangtown, Thunder Valley Motocross Park, High Point Raceway, The Wick 338, RedBud MX, Spring Creek MX Park, Washougal MX Park, Ironman Raceway, Unadilla MX, and ending at Budds Creek Motocross Park in Budds Creek, Maryland.
Once the Pro Motocross season concludes, the combined points between Supercross and Pro Motocross will be tallied and the top 20 athletes in the world will be automatically seeded into the SMX World Championship Playoffs and Final.
SMX World Championship Playoff 1 will take place on Saturday, September 6, at zMAX Dragway in Concord, N.C., and Playoff 2 is set for Saturday, September 13, at the Dome At America's Center in St. Louis, Mo., followed by the SMX World Championship Final on Saturday, September 20, at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas.
For more information about the 2025 SMX World Championship series, the Pro Motocross Championship, tickets, and streaming options, visit Peacock and supermotocross.com.
Webb finished the season with five wins and thirteen podium appearances.
Like the 450SX Class Championship, the Eastern Divisional 250SX Class Championship also came down to the final race of the season – the Dave Coombs Sr. East/West Showdown that featured both 250 divisions racing together. Red Bull KTM's Tom Vialle backed up last year's title run with a second championship over rivals Seth Hammaker and RJ Hampshire. Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing's Haiden Deegan wrapped up the Western Divisional 250SX Class Championship one week earlier in Denver, Colorado.
The 2025 Monster Energy Supercross season drew the fourth highest attendance in the sport's modern era. The season started with a sold-out event at the Anaheim Opener at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California on January 11. For the second year in a row Round 7 in Arlington, Texas at AT&T Stadium on February 22 was the most attended event of the season hosting more than 68K fans. Rounds 9 and 11 in Indianapolis, Indiana at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 8 and Seattle, Washington at Lumen Field on March 29 both recorded their second highest attendances ever for their respective markets with Indianapolis pulling an impressive 62K plus and Seattle drawing 58,463.
Round 15 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at Acrisure Stadium on April 26 was the shining star of the Northeast run as more than 58K fans attended the first race ever held at the stadium, and first time back in market since 1983. The pre-race festival FanFest also drew a notable 26K plus fans which is 8,000 more people than neighboring PPG Paints Arena would typically host for a sold-out Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL) home game.
The season concluded with a near capacity crowd at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City. In total, 828,796 fans attended Supercross and 329,751 showed up early for the pre-race festivities known as FanFest in 2025.
From a domestic viewership standpoint, the 2025 season marked several milestones as eight of the ten most-streamed races of all time on Peacock were from this season. Over 80% of races (14 of 17) saw viewership increases compared to last season on Peacock. Additionally, over 1 billion total minutes were streamed on Peacock for the first time ever.
Streamed in three different languages (English, Spanish, and French), the international livestream made available through the SuperMotocross Video Pass continues to drive a global viewing audience and makes SuperMotocross one of the most accessible sports around the world. In its third year, global subscriptions to the SMX Video Pass are up 43% and 70% compared to 2024 and 2023 respectively. Compared to 2023, the SMX Video Pass saw a 28% increase in views, an 80% increase in unique viewers, and a 50% increase in minutes watched.
In its second year, the Spanish Broadcast has seen year-over-year increases in total views - 85%, unique viewers - 34%, and minutes watched - 89%.
Tomorrow, Saturday, May 24, the outdoor Pro Motocross season of the SMX World Championship series gets underway with the Pala Casino Fox Raceway National Presented by Fox Racing in Pala, Calif. The 11-round outdoor season will travel to 10 different states, with visits to Fox Raceway, Hangtown, Thunder Valley Motocross Park, High Point Raceway, The Wick 338, RedBud MX, Spring Creek MX Park, Washougal MX Park, Ironman Raceway, Unadilla MX, and ending at Budds Creek Motocross Park in Budds Creek, Maryland.
Once the Pro Motocross season concludes, the combined points between Supercross and Pro Motocross will be tallied and the top 20 athletes in the world will be automatically seeded into the SMX World Championship Playoffs and Final.
SMX World Championship Playoff 1 will take place on Saturday, September 6, at zMAX Dragway in Concord, N.C., and Playoff 2 is set for Saturday, September 13, at the Dome At America's Center in St. Louis, Mo., followed by the SMX World Championship Final on Saturday, September 20, at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas.
For more information about the 2025 SMX World Championship series, the Pro Motocross Championship, tickets, and streaming options, visit Peacock and supermotocross.com.
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Racing Discussion / HARLEY-DAVIDSON® AND MOTOGP™ A...
Last post by Biketographer - May 20, 2025, 07:45:55 AMMLWAUKEE and LE MANS, FRANCE, May 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Harley-Davidson® (NYSE:HOG) and MotoGP are launching a new global racing championship featuring Harley-Davidson bagger motorcycles, debuting in 2026. The twelve-race series will race at six Grands Prix across Europe and North America, with riders battling it out on race-prepared Harley-Davidson Road Glide® motorcycles in two races per round.
New Harley-Davidson championship series will race at six MotoGP weekends, pairing one of the world's most iconic brands with the most exciting sport on Earth.
The machines – engineered by Harley-Davidson Factory® Racing and built for head-to-head competition – weigh approximately 280 kilograms (617 pounds) and produce over 200 horsepower and 245 Nm (180 lb-ft) of raw torque, reaching speeds over 300 kilometers per hour (186 mph). Every bike will be identical, ensuring close competition. The grid is expected to comprise six to eight teams, each fielding two riders –supported by Harley-Davidson Factory Racing.
"This is a bold new step for Harley-Davidson's global racing ambitions. Harley-Davidson has been pioneering performance on and off the road since our beginnings over 120 years ago. Most recently, we've showcased performance through our racing at the MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series and through performance differentiated product such as our new CVO RR motorcycle and our CVO Road Glide ST. We've seen how performance has resonated with riders and fans, and we know that they're keen for more," said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO, Harley-Davidson. "With this new series, we're excited to bring a new form of racing to the world stage. Not only is this a bold and new chapter for our brand, celebrating our heritage while pushing into the future, but it will add an amazing spectacle to the greatest motorcycle show in the world."
"This collaboration with Harley-Davidson is an exciting opportunity for both parties," said Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of MotoGP rights holder Dorna Sports. "We offer a truly international platform for Harley-Davidson to expand their global reach, and Harley-Davidson is perfectly placed to join us in bringing our sport to new audiences as we team up with one of the most iconic lifestyle brands in the US. This partnership has big potential for both our strategies and will deliver a real spectacle for fans, bringing a completely new flavour to the Grand Prix weekends where the series will compete."
More details, including the calendar and how fans will be able to watch and stay up to date, will be revealed soon. Those looking to join the growing field or explore sponsorship and media opportunities can contact factoryracing@harley-davidson.com.
Harley-Davidson Background
Harley-Davidson, Inc. is the parent company of Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Harley-Davidson Financial Services. Our vision: Building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution and emotion. Our mission: More than building machines, we stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Our ambition is to maintain our place as the most desirable motorcycle brand in the world. Since 1903, Harley-Davidson has defined motorcycle culture by delivering a motorcycle lifestyle with distinctive and customizable motorcycles, experiences, motorcycle accessories, riding gear and apparel. Harley-Davidson Financial Services provides financing, insurance and other programs to help get riders on the road. Harley-Davidson also has a controlling interest in LiveWire Group, Inc., the first publicly traded all-electric motorcycle company in the United States. LiveWire is the future in the making for the pursuit of urban adventure and beyond. Drawing on its DNA as an agile disruptor from the lineage of Harley-Davidson and capitalizing on a decade of learnings in the EV sector, LiveWire's ambition is to be the most desirable electric motorcycle brand in the world. Learn more at harley-davidson.com and livewire.com.
MotoGP Background
Welcome to the most exciting sport on earth. The fastest bikes. The most forward-thinking manufacturers. The world's most fearless riders. This is the hunt, and there can only be one winner.
Come with us to the edge of possibility and the edge of your seat.
MotoGP. Faster. Forward. Fearless.
SOURCE Harley-Davidson, Inc.
New Harley-Davidson championship series will race at six MotoGP weekends, pairing one of the world's most iconic brands with the most exciting sport on Earth.
The machines – engineered by Harley-Davidson Factory® Racing and built for head-to-head competition – weigh approximately 280 kilograms (617 pounds) and produce over 200 horsepower and 245 Nm (180 lb-ft) of raw torque, reaching speeds over 300 kilometers per hour (186 mph). Every bike will be identical, ensuring close competition. The grid is expected to comprise six to eight teams, each fielding two riders –supported by Harley-Davidson Factory Racing.
"This is a bold new step for Harley-Davidson's global racing ambitions. Harley-Davidson has been pioneering performance on and off the road since our beginnings over 120 years ago. Most recently, we've showcased performance through our racing at the MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series and through performance differentiated product such as our new CVO RR motorcycle and our CVO Road Glide ST. We've seen how performance has resonated with riders and fans, and we know that they're keen for more," said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO, Harley-Davidson. "With this new series, we're excited to bring a new form of racing to the world stage. Not only is this a bold and new chapter for our brand, celebrating our heritage while pushing into the future, but it will add an amazing spectacle to the greatest motorcycle show in the world."
"This collaboration with Harley-Davidson is an exciting opportunity for both parties," said Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of MotoGP rights holder Dorna Sports. "We offer a truly international platform for Harley-Davidson to expand their global reach, and Harley-Davidson is perfectly placed to join us in bringing our sport to new audiences as we team up with one of the most iconic lifestyle brands in the US. This partnership has big potential for both our strategies and will deliver a real spectacle for fans, bringing a completely new flavour to the Grand Prix weekends where the series will compete."
More details, including the calendar and how fans will be able to watch and stay up to date, will be revealed soon. Those looking to join the growing field or explore sponsorship and media opportunities can contact factoryracing@harley-davidson.com.
Harley-Davidson Background
Harley-Davidson, Inc. is the parent company of Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Harley-Davidson Financial Services. Our vision: Building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution and emotion. Our mission: More than building machines, we stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Our ambition is to maintain our place as the most desirable motorcycle brand in the world. Since 1903, Harley-Davidson has defined motorcycle culture by delivering a motorcycle lifestyle with distinctive and customizable motorcycles, experiences, motorcycle accessories, riding gear and apparel. Harley-Davidson Financial Services provides financing, insurance and other programs to help get riders on the road. Harley-Davidson also has a controlling interest in LiveWire Group, Inc., the first publicly traded all-electric motorcycle company in the United States. LiveWire is the future in the making for the pursuit of urban adventure and beyond. Drawing on its DNA as an agile disruptor from the lineage of Harley-Davidson and capitalizing on a decade of learnings in the EV sector, LiveWire's ambition is to be the most desirable electric motorcycle brand in the world. Learn more at harley-davidson.com and livewire.com.
MotoGP Background
Welcome to the most exciting sport on earth. The fastest bikes. The most forward-thinking manufacturers. The world's most fearless riders. This is the hunt, and there can only be one winner.
Come with us to the edge of possibility and the edge of your seat.
MotoGP. Faster. Forward. Fearless.
SOURCE Harley-Davidson, Inc.