Motocross, or ‘scrambling’ as it was traditionally known, is a colourful, action-packed sport which takes place on dirt tracks presenting riders with natural and man-made terrain, encompassing spectacular jumps and turns. Motocross is suitable for all ages, both participating and spectating and attracts a big family following. The speed and heights that the riders achieve are phenomenal and make for a 'must see' experience. Recently, the sport has evolved with sub-disciplines such as stadium events known as Supercross and Arenacross held in indoor arenas. Freestyle (or FMX) events where riders are judged on their jumping and aerial acrobatic skills have gained popularity, as well as Supermoto (motocross machines racing on both tarmac and off road). The British and World MX Championships cover two classes – MX1 and MX2. The MX1 class fields machines of 450cc four-stroke or 250cc two-stroke, with the MX2 class sporting 250cc four-stroke or 150cc two-stroke machines.

BRITISH MX
The Maxxis ACU British Motocross Championship plays out over eight rounds from March through to September and covers MX1, MX2 and MXY – a youth series for 14-17 year old ‘schoolboys’ riding MX2 category machines.

For the 2010 season, Honda (UK) is supporting three teams competing across the Maxxis British MX Championship, Red Bull Pro Nationals series and British Open/Under 21 series – PAR Honda, DB Racing and STR Racing.

For further information about Honda (UK)’s three MX teams please visit

• www.parhonda.co.uk
• www.dbracinguk.com
• www.strhonda.com

For further information about British MX please visit

• www.mxgb.co.uk
• www.acu.org.uk

WORLD MX
Honda Motor Europe supports two Honda teams in the 15-round FIM World Motocross Championship – CAS Honda and Team Martin Honda.

The Grand Prix (or Motocross World Championship) is predominantly held in Europe with some ‘flyaway’ rounds, recently in Chile, South America, South Africa and Japan, but over its history it has visited numerous countries including Indonesia, Australia and countries on both American continents. Race duration is slightly longer than British MX at 35 minutes plus two laps, while the series is longer, generally incorporating over 15 rounds.

The annual Motocross des Nations (now called Motocross of Nations) is held at the end of the year when National and World Championship series have ended. The format involves teams of three riders representing their nations. Each rider competes in a different class (MX1, MX2 and "Open"). The location of the event changes from year to year – Great Britain acted as host in 2008, with Franciacorta in Northern Italy the host in 2009. For 2010 the event will be held in the USA, near Denver, Colorado.

For further information please visit

• www.hondaproracing.com
• www.motocrossmx1.com
• www.fim.ch