Motocross and motocross racing are as popular as ever all over the world. Let’s take a look at the different types of motocross racing that are popular these days:
free style
Freestyle motocross is sometimes also known as FMX. The main difference between freestyle and regular motocross is that riders try to earn points from the judges based on the tricks they pull off. Tricks can include 360, backflip, underflip, frontflip, carolla, scorpion, tsunami, and sidewinder, among dozens of other tricks. There are also different types of landings and takeoffs. Side saddle one-handed, hands-free, you name it. Famous freestyle motocross riders include Carey Hart and Mike Metzger.
supermoto
This type of motocross racing started in the 1970s as a fun side project for motocross racers. Supermoto is a type of racing where motocross bikes that are meant to ride on dirt are modified so they can compete on both pavement and dirt. The track for a Supermoto race consists of dirt and pavement. The bikes must have special tires with specific types of grooves that can handle both pavement and dirt tracks during the same race.
enduro
Enduro is a type of off-road race with different challenges and obstacles included. There are often multiple stages and the riders also race against the clock in a timed trial.
motocross trials
This is a simpler type of time trial race. Motocross riders race on a dirt track and are timed. So instead of tricks or jumps, the focus of the race is simply getting the best time or beating the best time.
hill climb
A hill climb motocross event is exactly what it sounds like. Riders must climb a hill and try to get the fastest time. In some cases, the race may be to see who can go the farthest in a certain amount of time. Hill Climb motocross is also called hillclimbing.
super cross
Generally, supercross is a term used to describe an event, which usually takes place in a large stadium, fairground, or arena that has a temporary, artificial dirt track installed. The track would consist of jumps and obstacles. The type of motorcycle used is a specially equipped, very high performance motorcycle made specifically to handle the high jumps and tight turns that are typical of the event. Recently, there have been events that used temporary rinks that were modified to take place in smaller arenas, such as basketball and hockey arenas.
ATV Quad Bike Motocross
This type of motocross is not for motorcycles but for ATVs or ATVs, also called All Terrain Vehicles. The bike has four wheels and special frames and tires that are built for dirt racing.
sidecarcross
This sport with a funny name is also called sidecar motocross. A sidecar is attached to the bike where a passenger will stand. The passengers’ job during the race is to provide a counterweight. However, the sport has lost popularity in recent years.