SMX Next - Motocross
The hands-on development of the future of American motocross will continue for the 2026 season as MX Sports Pro Racing has announced details of the Scouting Moto Combine, presented by U.S. Air Force Special Warfare, for the sport’s top amateur prospects. The program will coincide with two rounds of this summer’s AMA Pro Motocross Championship.
Round 5 • RedBud National • Friday, July 3
Round 11 • Ironman National • Friday, August 28
The Scouting Moto Combine, presented by U.S. Air Force Special Warfare, is the next phase of the 2026 SMX Next program. SMX Next consists of a total of seven (7) events designed to foster and hone the skills of the sport’s next premiere athletes. The SMX Next - Supercross edition will consist of 4 invitational qualifying rounds of the best riders in the world that race with A or B classifications. The SMX Next – Supercross National Championship will help develop elite level athletes while preparing them to make the next step into racing the world’s fastest professional riders. The SMX Next - Scouting Moto Combine edition will feature two events, taking place on Friday, the eve of each respective National, bringing together 25 up-and-coming prospects from the highly competitive ranks of amateur motocross.
Each gathering of the 2026 Scouting Moto Combine will take place on the eve of RedBud (Friday, July 3) and Ironman (Friday, August 28), where educational classroom-style sessions are intertwined with on-track practice and a pair of 25-minute-plus-two-lap motos. Each gathering will feature a collection of 25 the sport’s most elite amateur prospects, developed in collaboration with American motocross’ competing manufacturers–GASGAS, Honda, Husqvarna, Kawasaki, KTM, Suzuki, Triumph and Yamaha. Machine size is limited to 250cc 4-Stroke.
The all-day Combines will feature on-track and off-track coaching, with classroom-style race education designed to prepare the next generation of SMX athletes. The programs will include a full schedule of championship winning, on-track coaching by National and World Championship-winning coaches, instructional riding techniques, race craft and qualifying time management. Fitness and nutrition guidelines with experts in the race industry will be offered, as well as media training with industry-leading social media, television broadcasters, and podium personalities.
While the spotlight will rest squarely on the Combine each Friday, the invited racers will also get a taste of the excitement and fanfare of Saturday’s National with a commemorative parade lap that will serve as a kick-off to the action for the thousands of fans in attendance. Students and their families will also be treated to a Pro Paddock experience on National race day.
Participation in the Scouting Moto Combines is by invitation only.
For more information email [email protected].
2026 Moto Combine FAQs
New for the 2026 SMX Next Combine
Chest & Back Protection:
Approved chest and back protection are mandatory. The protector may be worn under or over the jersey, and it should cover the sternum anterior ribs, posterior ribs, and spine from T1 toT12.
Numbers:
Numbers must be Hi-Vis Purple Color Code = (PMS 2090 C) on White Background.
You will be provided a front number plate ribbon with your coach’s name (This will be mandatory to have on your number plate prior to the 1st practice session)
To be eligible to participate in the Moto Combine, riders must have an AMA amateur “A” or “B” classification and be age and skill appropriate. For 2026 the age will be 15 years
New for 2027:
Beginning in 2027 the SMX Next Moto Combine will no longer include (B) classified competitors. A racer must be 16 years of age and be an (A) classified competitor on the day of the event to compete in SMX Next Moto Combine.The following professional licensed riders are not eligible for the program:
- Racers competing in the Final 40 in Pro Motocross (250 or 450 class) in more than three Pro Motocross events per year in the current or previous year.
- Racers competing in the Final 40 in Pro Supercross (250SX or 450SX class) in the current or previous year; or
- Racers competing in the Final 40 in an FIM MXGP or MX2 Grand Prix event outside of the United States in the current or previous year.
- Racers competing in the next-day’s Pro National in either class.
Since the Moto Combine is an invite only event, you must receive an email invitation from MX Sports Pro Racing with a registration link in order to register. Once you receive your invitation, you must register before the deadline for that event.
The engine displacement for the Moto Combine is 250cc 4-stroke, in accordance with the Approved Equipment List in the AMA Racing Regulations for motorcycle homologation.
In addition to the specifics set forth in these FAQ, all racing is governed by the 2026 AMA Racing Rulebook.
Thursday
12:00 pm Combine Parking
1:30 pm Rider Check-in @ MX Sports Pro Racing Office/Pro Paddock
4:00 pm Orientation @ the Combine Classroom
5:00 pm Track Walk (Athletes & Coaches)Friday (Classroom Coaching between on-track activity)
8:00 am Qualifying Timed Practice 1 (15 min)
9:35 am Qualifying Timed Practice 2 (15 min)
2:00 pm Sight Lap & Moto 1 (25 min + 2)immediately after Pro Media Day Ride
4:30 pm Sight Lap & Moto 2 (25 min + 2) 2nd moto time subject to changeSaturday
10:00 am Race Day Live interview with Combine winning athlete and coach
12:30 pm Opening Ceremonies: Featuring Moto Combine Parade LapThe coaching staff that has been put in place for your guidance have all achieved championship winning careers, including Broc Glover, Chad Reed, Ezra Lusk, Kevin Windham and more. Fitness guidance is provided by Gareth Swanepoel. Social media and broadcast guidance is offered by media personalities Rob Buydos and Jason Weigandt. Words of Wisdom provided by Club MX’s Mike Benachi. [Coaching staff subject to change]
Tuition for a SMX Next – Scouting Moto Combine Event is $200. This fee covers the rider’s gate fee, race fee and curriculum. It also allows the rider into the Pro Paddock, track access (at allotted times), and the venue fan viewing areas.
Yes. All riders must provide proof of medical insurance in order to register. If you don’t have insurance, the AMA offers easy and affordable medical insurance through its RAMP program (Rider Accident Medical Plan. https://www.jonesbirdsong.com/ramp/indexform.html
Yes. An AMA membership is required to compete in SMX Next and proof of membership must be presented at registration. AMA memberships are available @ www.americanmotorcyclist.com.
Yes. An AMA membership is required to be a mechanic in SMX Next and proof of membership must be presented at registration. AMA memberships are available @ www.americanmotorcyclist.com.
No, your mechanic will need to purchase a mechanics pass for $80 on-site. Each rider is allowed one mechanic to accompany the rider through staging and in the designated Mechanic’s Area at allotted times. A mechanic’s pass also allows you access to the Pro Paddock. Persons less than 18 years of age are not allowed in the Mechanic’s Area.
You can purchase passes for your family and friends won-site hen you check-in on Thursday at the MX Sports Pro Racing Office. The cost is $80 each and is good for admission and Paddock access through Saturday.
The rider’s registration includes the rider’s event entry, Pro Pit Pass and access to Sponsor Village and general fan viewing areas. Additional tickets (for friends, family, etc.) can be purchased by emailing [email protected].
Yes, all riders must check in on Thursday from 1-3 pm at the MX Sports Pro Racing Office in the Pro Paddock.
Yes, transponders are mandatory and will be provided by MX Sports Pro Racing. You will need to pick up your event transponder from the MX Sports Pro Racing Office when you check-in on Thursday. These are on loan to you, so make sure you return your transponder after the race. These are the same transponders the pros use, so they are very expensive, and you will be charged for failure to return them.
Event information is located on our website @ www.ProMotocross.com
Refer to the Schedule of Events for Thursday, Friday and Saturday for event day details.
Yes. Overnight camping is allowed. Parking within the paddock opens Thursday afternoon, factory teams are afforded parking prior to Privateer riders and SMX Next riders.
Parking in the Paddock is free for active pitting vehicles only (i.e. If it hauls your bike in it can stay). If you are bringing a motorhome it must be hauling a race bike which will be entered to race in that event (via trailer or hitch) in order to gain access to the paddock. Paddock placement is determined by MX Sports Pro Racing at its sole discretion. All other vehicles will need to be parked in general parking.
Yes. You may bring food and drinks to consume within the paddock. However, all race personnel, riders, mechanics and anyone associated with riders and photographers must not consume or be under the influence of alcohol or drugs that could affect their normal mental or physical ability. Besides affecting the safety of the event, any such use is inconsistent with the concept of good sportsmanship and is harmful to the sport of motorcycling. Anyone found to be in violation of these policies is subject to disciplinary actions and can lead to forfeiture of AMA membership or event credential.
Still cameras are permitted at Pro Motocross events, provided that they are non-professional cameras (lenses shorter than six inches) and the photos are intended for personal use only. No footage of our events, either still image or video, may be used for any purpose other than personal use.
The top three finish athletes will receive metals, we will award a Coaches’ Cup to the coach with the winning team.
Refund requests must be put in writing and sent to [email protected] no later than seven (7) days before the event. Refunds will not be accepted after that deadline.
E-Mail: [email protected]