Motocross and dirt bike racing is as popular as ever around the world. Let’s take a look at the different types of motocross racing that are popular these days:

Free style

Freestyle motocross is also sometimes referred to 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 perform. Tricks can include 360, backflip, underflip, frontflip, carolla, scorpion, tsunami, and sidewinder, among many other tricks. There are also different types of landings and take-offs. One handed side saddle, no hands, whatever. 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 race in which motocross bikes that are intended to run on gravel are modified so that they can compete on both pavement and gravel. The track for a Supermoto race consists of dirt and pavement. Bicycles 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 several stages and riders also race against the clock in a timed event.

Motocross trials

This is a simpler type of time trial. Motorcyclists race on a dirt track and are timed. So instead of tricks or jumps, the goal of the race is simply to get the best time or beat the best time.

Hill climb

A climbing motocross event is exactly what it sounds like. Cyclists must climb a hill and try to get the fastest time. In some cases, the race may be to see who goes the furthest uphill in a certain period of time. Climbing motocross is also called rock climbing.

Supercross

Generally, supercross is a term used to describe an event, usually held in a large stadium, fairground or arena that has a temporary, artificial dirt track installed. The track would be made up of both jumps and obstacles. The type of motorcycle used is a specially equipped, very high performance bike made specifically to handle the high jumps and sharp 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.

ATV Quad Motocross

This type of motocross is not for motorcycles but for quadricycles or quads, also called all-terrain vehicles. The bike has four wheels and special frames and tires that are designed 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 be placed. The job of the passengers during the race is to provide a counterweight. However, the sport has lost popularity in recent years.