RUMORS, GOSSIP & UNFOUNDED TRUTHS: ONCE THE SEASON STARTS YOU CAN’T STOP IT FROM STEAM ROLLING
• 2025 AMA SUPERCROSS WINNERS AT A GLANCE—ONE DOWN, 16 TO GO
Eli Tomac (3) wanted to retire a couple years ago, but after tearing his Achilles tendon and recovering, he decided to comeback last year and then surprised everyone by signing to race the complete 2025 Championship season…and hints at racing Supercross only in 2026.
Date/Venue 450 250
Jan. 11…Anaheim, CA…………..Chase Sexton (KTM)……………..Jo Shimoda (Hon)
Jan. 18…San Diego, CA
Jan. 25…Anaheim, CA
Feb. 1…Glendale, AZ
Feb. 8…Tampa, FL
Feb. 15…Detroit, MI
Feb. 22…Arlington, TX
Mar. 1…Daytona Beach, FL
Mar. 8…Indianapolis, IN
Mar. 22…Birmingham, AL
Mar. 29…Seattle, WA
Apr. 5…Foxborough, MA
Apr. 12…Philadelphia, PA
Apr. 19…East Rutherford, NJ
Apr. 26…Pittsburgh, PA
May 3…Denver, CO
May 10…Salt Lake City, UT
450 points leader…Chase Sexton
250 West points leader…Jo Shimoda
• MXA FANTASY LEAGUE: $1500 PRIZE FOR THE SAN DIEGO SUPERCROSS—PRESENTED BY ONX OFFROAD
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We’re starting the second round of the 2025 Supercross series! Each weekend brings new opportunities to win. You don’t need to be a series competitor to win weekly prizes; they are awarded to the user who earns the most points each weekend.
Please note that we close picks at the commencement of the “opening ceremonies,” not at race time. This ensures you have ample time to make your selections before the action starts.
Experience Supercross Fantasy in a new way with MXA’s latest app. We’ve moved beyond traditional web browsers, introducing a user-friendly, seamless, and completely free platform for engaging in the Supercross Fantasy world. Participate in competitions, join private parties, challenge friends, and dive into the competition.You can join the 2025 Supercross series at any stage. After the Supercross, we’ll launch the 2024 AMA Motocross Fantasy game. To get the app, if you’re using Apple, click here, and for Android, click here.
• ANAHEIM 1 SUPERCROSS TRIVIA
Chase Sexton (4) earned his 10th 450 Supercross overall victory at Anaheim 1. It was KTM’s 65th 450 Supercross win.
Ken Roczen (94) became the 9th racer to earn 70 450 Supercross podium finishes. The eight riders in front of him in the record book at Jeremy McGrath, Chad Reed, Eli Tomac, Ryan Dingey, Ricky Carmichael, Mike Larocco, Kevin Windham and James Stewart.
Jason Anderson’s second place at the 2025 Anaheim was his fifth runner-up finish at Anaheim Stadium (2025, 2024, 2023, 2018 and 2015). He won the Anaheim opener back in 2016.
Cooper Webb (2) celebrated his 123rd start in the 450 Supercross class.
Jett Lawrence’s 12th and Hunter Lawrence’s 11th marked the first time in a 450 Supercross opener that Honda finished outside the top ten ever.
The first Premier Supercross event held in San Diego was on October 25, 1980. Mike Bell took the victory at the 1980 round. San Diego also hosted the first-ever 125 Supercross class in 1985 with Todd Campbell (shown above) crossing the Finish line, taking the win on a KX125.
If you are going to attend the 2025 San Diego Supercross, be sure and get there early because the gate drops at 5:30 Pacific time. Last year you needed to bring a raincoat and umbrella.
• SAN DIEGO SUPERCROSS TRACK MAP: THE FIRST TURN LOOKS A LOT SAFER THAN LAST WEEK
This is Saturday’s San Diego Supercross track. Thankfully, the split start from last week’s opener is gone. The race will be held in SnapDragon stadium and the gate drops at 5:00 p.m.
• KTM NAMES DARIAN SANAYEI NEW AMATEUR RACING MANAGER
Darian Sanayei, who has both AMA Amateur, European MXGP and AMA Supercross experience is now sharing that know-how as the KTM Amateur Racing Manager.
KTM North America Inc. is pleased to welcome Darian Sanayei as its Amateur Racing Manager entering the 2025 season, taking on an instrumental role within the group to assist in fostering the sport’s finest up-and-coming talent into the future.
KTM USA’s longstanding official amateur development platform – KTM Orange Brigade – is recognized as the premier program in motocross, and Sanayei’s personal experience in competing as both an amateur and professional racer himself will help him guide the next generation. He will also cooperate with former amateur team manager Nathan Ramsey.
Darian Sanayei said, “I’m excited to take on the role of Amateur Racing Manager with such a respected group. Having come up through the amateur ranks myself, I understand the challenges and dedication it takes to succeed at every level. I’m looking forward to using my experience to guide and support the team, helping each rider reach their full potential as we work together toward success.”
Nathan Ramsey said “We are excited to welcome Darian Sanayei into the amateur racing program as the new Amateur Racing Manager. I am confident that Darian will bring a wealth of knowledge to this role, having successfully navigated the amateur racing ladder himself and made the transition to a professional career. His experience will be invaluable in helping guide our young athletes as they begin their own journeys. Darian is a great fit for the team and I look forward to working closely with him both this year and for many years to come.”
KTM North America Inc. extends its thanks to previous KTM Orange Brigade Amateur Racing Manager Daniel Blair for his success and contributions to the amateur program over the past two years.
• 2025 “SATURDAY AT THE GLEN”RACE SCHEDULE
2025 “SATURDAY AT THE GLEN” SCHEDULE
Jan. 18…National track
Jan. 25…Arroyo track
Feb. 1…National track
Feb. 8…Arroyo track
Feb. 22…National track
Mar. 8…Arroyo track
Mar. 22…Arroyo track
Mar. 29-30…Blu Cru Invitational
Apr. 12…Arroyo track
Apr. 19…World Two-Stroke Championship
Apr. 26…Arroyo track
May 7…10-Hours of Glen Helen
May 15-18…MotoFest Privateer challenge
May 31…National track
Jun. 21…Arroyo track
Jun. 28…National track
Jul. 19…National track
Aug. 2…Arroyo track
Aug. 9…National track
Aug. 23…National track
Sept. 13…Arroyo track
Sept. 20…National track
Oct. 4…Arroyo track
Oct. 11…24-Hours of Glen Helen
Oct. 25…National track
Nov. 1-3…World Vet Championship
Nov. 15…Arroyo track
Nov. 22…National track
Nov. 28-30…Day In The Dirt
Dec. 7…National track
Dec. 21…National track
(Dates in italics are races that bump the “Saturday at the Glen” races off the schedule)
• MXA VIDEO: INSIDE TRAINING TIPS OF THE FACTORY PROS
• 2025 WORLD TWO-STROKE CHAMPIONSHIPS PRE-ENTRIES OPEN NOW—GET DISCOUNTED ENTRIES
There are classes for Novice, Intermediate, Experts and, of course, the Pasha 125 Open Pro classes for 125 Pros, Over-30 125 Pros and Over-50 125 Pros—with a $15,000 purse split even between all three Pasha classes.
The 16th Annual Wiseco Two-Stroke World Motocross Championship hosted by Fasthouse is set for April 18-19, 2025, at the iconic Glen Helen Raceway. The pre-entries opened on January 1, 2025,. This gives riders the perfect opportunity to secure their spot in this celebration of motocross history. The event brings a nostalgic throwback to the two-stroke era of the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, featuring everything from the premier Open Pro class to the fan-favorite Pasha 125 Open Pro races. Get ready for non-stop MX action, the sound of two-stroke engines, the smell of premix, and the excitement of old-school motocross racing!c. at www.GlenHelen.com.
You can secure your spot early and enjoy substantial savings with Pre-Entry fees set at $60 for the first class and $50 for the second class from January 1 to February 29. Act now as the price will increase to $80 for your first class on March 1, to April 18, before going to $90 on April 18-19. To pre-enter the 2025 World Two-Stroke Championship and save money Click Here.
• 2025 SUPERCROSS, MOTOCROSS, ARENACROSS & MXGP RACE SCHEDULES
Jorge Prado (70) made it safely through his first 2025 AMA 450 Supercross. Now he just has 16 more to go.
Jan. 11…Anaheim, CA
Jan. 18…San Diego, CA
Jan. 25…Anaheim, CA
Feb. 1…Glendale, AZ
Feb. 8…Tampa, FL
Feb. 15…Detroit, MI
Feb. 22…Arlington, TX
Mar. 1…Daytona Beach, FL
Mar. 8…Indianapolis, IN
Mar. 22…Birmingham, AL
Mar. 29…Seattle, WA
Apr. 5…Foxborough, MA
Apr. 12…Philadelphia, PA
Apr. 19…East Rutherford, NJ
Apr. 26…Pittsburgh, PA
May 3…Denver, CO
May 10…Salt Lake City, UT
May 24…Pala, CA
May 31…Hangtown, CA
June 7…Thunder Valley, CO
June 14…Mount Morris, PA
June 28…Southwick, MA
July 5…Red Bud, MI
July 12…Millville, MN
July 19…Washougal, WA
Aug. 9…Crawfordsville, IN
August 16…Unadilla, NY
August 23…Budds Creek, MD
Nov. 15…Reno, NV
Nov. 16…Reno, NV
Dec. 6…Boise, ID
Dec. 7…Boise, ID
Jan. 3…Loveland, CO
Jan. 4…Loveland, CO
Jan. 24…Guthrie, OK
Jan. 31…Reno, NV
Feb. 1…Reno, NV
Feb. 7…Prescott, AZ
Feb. 8…Prescott, AZ
Feb. 28…Daytona, FL2025 FIM WORLD MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Mar. 2…Argentina
Mar. 16…Spain #1
Mar. 23…France #1
Apr. 6…Sardinia
April 13…Italy #1
April 21…Switzerland
May 4…Portugal
May 11…Spain #2
May 25…France #2
June 1…Germany
June 8…Latvia
June 22…Great Britain
July 6….Indonesia
July 27…Czech Republic
Aug. 3…Belgium
Aug. 17…Sweden
Aug 24…Holland
Sept. 7…Turkey
Sept. 14…China
Sept. 21….Australia2025 MOTOCROSS DES NATION
Oct. 5…Crawfordsville, Indiana2025 BRITISH ARENACROSS TOUR
Jan.4 …Birmingham, UK
Jan. 18…London, UK
Jan. 31…Belfast, NIR
Feb.1…Belfast, NIR
Feb. 8…Aberdeen, SCT
Feb. 22…Manchester, UK
April TBA…Middle East
April 26…Abu Dhabi, UAE
WISECO WORLD TWO-STROKE CHAMPIONSHIP
Apr. 19…Glen Helen, CA
2025 AMA NATIONAL AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
Jul. 28-Aug.2…Loretta Lynn, TN
2025 WORLD VET MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Oct. 31—Nov. 1-2…Glen Helen, CA
• 2025 SUPERMOTOCROSS PLAYOFFS DATES & PLACES ANNOUNCED
The three-race SuperMotocross Championship Playoffs will start on 1 will take place on Saturday, September 6 at zMAX Dragway in Concord, North Carolina, followed seven days later, on September 13 at the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The final and decisive round will take place on Saturday, September 20 at The Strip at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas.
2025 SUPERMOTOCROSS PLAYOFFS
Sept. 6…Concord, NC
Sept. 13…St. Louis ,MO
Sept. 20…Las Vegas, NV
• MXA’S 2025 COLLECTION OF IN-DEPTH 2025 VIDEO TESTS
• MXA VIDEO: MOTOCROSS ACTION’S 2025 450 SHOOTOUT
• MXA VIDEO: MOTOCROSS ACTION’S 2025 250 SHOOTOUT
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KAWASAKI KX450SR (SPECIAL RACER) FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 HONDA CRF250 WORKS EDITION FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 TRIUMPH TF450-RC FIRST RIDE
MXA VIDEO: INSIDE SECRETS OF AIDEN ZINGG’S KTM 112SX SUPERMINI
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 YAMAHA YZ250FX FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: WE RIDE COTY SCHOCK’S PERSONAL YAMAHA YZ125
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KAWASAKI KX250 FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 HONDA CR450 FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: INSIDE SECRETS OF AIDEN ZINGG’S KTM 112SX SUPERMINI</h4
• MXA VIDEO: WE RIDE DR.D’s PURPOSE-BUILT YAMAHA YZ85
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 YAMAHA YZ450F FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 YAMAHA YZ250F FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 YAMAHA YZ250FX CROSS-COUNTRY FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KTM 150SX TWO-STROKE FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KAWASAKI KX450 FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KTM 450SXF FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KTM 250SXF FIRST RIDE
• MXA VIDEO: HOW TO BUILD A VET RIDER’S DREAM YZ250F
• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KX450SR VS 2025 KAWASAKI KLX230 IN A LAP TIME BATTLE
• <MXA VIDEO: WE TEST THE GASGAS MC85 TWO-STROKE THAT WON LORETTA
• MXA VIDEO: WE RIDE THE 125 THAT 518,000 VIEWERS CAN’T BUY IN THE USA
• MXA VIDEO: WE RIDE PHIL NICOLETTI’S FINAL CLUBMX YZ250F
• THE GREATEST DEAL IN MOTOCROSS: REAL WORDS, LARGE PHOTOS, MORE TECH & A $25 ROCKY MOUNTAIN CREDIT
This is the cover of the February 2025 issue of MXA, whcih is all about the Motocross Action 2025 Buyer’s Guide. It gives you a rundown on 56 2025 models—starting with 50cc Pee-Wees and electric Pee-Wees all the way up to 450cc Four-Stroke Monsters. There are also full tests on the 2025 Honda CRF250 Works Edition and 2025 Kawasaki KX250. To test some of the new 2025 race bikes the MXA wrecking went to Nevada to race the 2025 Yamaha YZ450, 2025 KTM 450SXF, CRF450RX Kawasaki KX450x, Honda CRF450, Husqvarna FC450, KTM 450XCF, Yamaha YZ250 two-stroke and at the Lake Havasu National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC). Then we sent Josh Fout and Trevor Nelson to Indiana to race the final round of the 2024 GNCC Championship. And finally, we topped off the 2024 racing season, sending every 2025 test bike and test rider to the 2024 Dubya World Vet Motocross Championship at Glen Helen (where the MXA wrecking crew was among the 1200 entries from 24 different nations and 34 different states)
It couldn’t be easier or cheaper to subscribe to MXA than it is right now—because when you subscribe you receive a Rocky Mountain ATV/MC credit for $25 towards anything in their massive inventory, all at no cost to you. Are you smart enough to recognize a great deal when you see it? To subscribe call (800) 767-0345 or Click Here
• 2025 AMA NATIONAL MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP RACE SCHEDULE
2025 AMA NATIONAL MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE
May 24…Pala, CA
May 31…Hangtown, CA
June 7…Thunder Valley, CO
June 14…Mount Morris, PA
June 28…Southwick, MA
July 5…Red Bud, MI
July 12…Millville, MN
July 19…Washougal, WA
Aug. 9…Crawfordsville, IN
August 16…Unadilla, NY
August 23…Budds Creek, MD
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Photos Credits: Trevor Nelson, Debbi Tamietti, GasGas, Jon Ortner, Beta, Honda, Brian Converse, Kawasaki and MXA archives
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