[{"id":16124,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/21\/julien-beaumer-staying-orange-as-ktm-extends-factory-racing-deal\/","title":"Julien Beaumer Staying Orange as KTM Extends Factory Racing Deal","content":"

Julien Beaumer will remain with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing for the foreseeable future after the team announced a multi-year contract extension with the 20-year-old rider, keeping him with the factory effort through the 2027 SuperMotocross World Championship and beyond.<\/p>\r\n

Beaumer joined KTM's factory program in 2024 and has quickly established himself as one of the sport's rising stars. The Arizona rider earned his first career 250SX victory during the 2025 AMA Supercross Championship and finished second in the Western Division standings. His 2026 season took a difficult turn when a serious back injury forced him to miss the entire Supercross season. Beaumer returned for the outdoor championship, however, and has put together an impressive comeback campaign.<\/p>\r\n

\"I'm really stoked to announce that I've extended my contract with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing,\" Beaumer said. \"I can't thank them enough for the belief and hard work they put in \u2013 these last three years have been amazing and I couldn't be happier to be with the group of people that I'm with. Let's win some races and fight for some championships! That's the goal.\"<\/p>\r\n

Currently sitting third in the 250MX championship, Beaumer scored his first career overall victory at the Spring Creek National, further establishing himself as one of the leading young riders in the class. Under the new agreement, Beaumer will enter his fourth season with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing in 2027. He will continue competing across the SMX World Championship, including the AMA Supercross and AMA Pro Motocross Championships, aboard the KTM 250 SX-F FACTORY EDITION.<\/p>","excerpt":"

Julien Beaumer will remain with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing for the foreseeable future after the team announced a multi-year …<\/p>","date":"August 21, 2026 10:13","categories":[{"id":25047609,"title":"Moto","slug":"moto"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"}],"tags":[{"id":25049479,"title":"Julien Beaumer","slug":"julien-beaumer"},{"id":25047678,"title":"ktm","slug":"ktm"},{"id":25049958,"title":"KTM Factory Edition","slug":"ktm-factory-edition"},{"id":25047675,"title":"moto","slug":"moto"},{"id":25047764,"title":"mx","slug":"mx"},{"id":25048503,"title":"orange","slug":"orange"},{"id":25049375,"title":"smx","slug":"smx"},{"id":25048919,"title":"supermotocross","slug":"supermotocross"},{"id":25047987,"title":"SX","slug":"sx"}]},{"id":16101,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/19\/can-am-maverick-r-gets-major-performance-upgrades-for-2027\/","title":"Can-Am Maverick R Gets Major Performance Upgrades for 2027","content":"Can-Am is continuing to push the limits of high-performance side-by-sides with its 2027 Maverick R lineup, bringing upgraded drivetrain technology and several refinements designed to improve performance, durability and versatility on the trail.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16108\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" The Can-Am Maverick R features an extra low gear to improve power and control in low-speed, technical terrain. Photo: Can-Am[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe biggest update for 2027 is the addition of Can-Am\u2019s second-generation Rotax dual-clutch transmission across the entire Maverick R lineup. Previously introduced on select Maverick R models, the updated transmission now features an Extra Low gear designed to improve power delivery and control in low-speed, technical terrain. The transmission also receives reinforced components engineered to handle the additional torque, giving Maverick R drivers improved capability when navigating challenging obstacles or demanding off-road conditions.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe 2027 Maverick R lineup also receives several chassis and cockpit refinements. Integrated window nets are now standard across Maverick R and Maverick X3 models, providing a race-inspired appearance while offering additional protection from the elements. Stiffer steel-braided front and rear brake lines are also standard, helping improve braking performance. Can-Am has also added double-bonded bushings to the front suspension to reduce squeaking and maintenance requirements.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nCan-Am is also expanding its trail-focused offerings with the return of the X package for the Maverick Trail and Maverick Sport. The package adds features aimed at riders looking for greater trail capability and value, including LED lighting, full doors and a roof. Maverick Sport X models also receive enhanced suspension components.\r\n\r\nThe 2027 Can-Am side-by-side lineup is scheduled to arrive at dealerswith the new model-year updates beginning in the coming months.\r\n\r\n\"\"","excerpt":"

Can-Am is continuing to push the limits of high-performance side-by-sides with its 2027 Maverick R lineup, bringing upgraded drivetrain technology …<\/p>","date":"August 19, 2026 17:04","categories":[{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25047652,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}],"tags":[{"id":25049956,"title":"2027","slug":"2027"},{"id":25048207,"title":"can am maverick","slug":"can-am-maverick"},{"id":25047645,"title":"Can-Am","slug":"can-am"},{"id":25049955,"title":"mavrick R","slug":"mavrick-r"},{"id":25049957,"title":"side-x-side","slug":"side-x-side"},{"id":25047653,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}]},{"id":16094,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/18\/jorge-prado-re-signs-with-red-bull-ktm-on-multi-year-deal\/","title":"Jorge Prado Re-Signs With Red Bull KTM on Multi-Year Deal","content":"Jorge Prado will remain with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing for the 2027 SuperMotocross season and beyond after signing a multi-year contract extension with the team. The 25-year-old Spaniard returned to KTM in 2026 and quickly established himself as a contender in the United States. Prado earned two 450SX podium finishes during Supercross and added two 450MX podiums through the first eight rounds of the Pro Motocross Championship. He currently sits third in the combined 450SMX standings.\r\n\r\n\u201cI\u2019m really happy to have re-signed with the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team,\u201d Prado said. \u201cI\u2019m just happy to be working with this great group of people for the future, so I am super-excited and hopeful that we can achieve our goals.\u201d\r\n\r\nUnder the new agreement, Prado will continue competing aboard the KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition in AMA Supercross, Pro Motocross and the SMX Playoffs. The team says the goal is to continue developing Prado into a championship contender across the SuperMotocross categories.","excerpt":"

Jorge Prado will remain with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing for the 2027 SuperMotocross season and beyond after signing a …<\/p>","date":"August 18, 2026 08:09","categories":[{"id":25047609,"title":"Moto","slug":"moto"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"}],"tags":[{"id":25049954,"title":"450mx","slug":"450mx"},{"id":25049952,"title":"Jorge Prado","slug":"jorge-prado"},{"id":25047678,"title":"ktm","slug":"ktm"},{"id":25047675,"title":"moto","slug":"moto"},{"id":25049953,"title":"multi-year deal","slug":"multi-year-deal"},{"id":25047764,"title":"mx","slug":"mx"},{"id":25048317,"title":"red bull ktm","slug":"red-bull-ktm"},{"id":25048919,"title":"supermotocross","slug":"supermotocross"}]},{"id":16084,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/17\/greaves-beat-and-bootle-shine-at-bark-river\/","title":"Greaves, Beat and Bootle Shine at Bark River","content":"AMSOIL Championship Off-Road celebrated 50 years of racing at Bark River International Raceway with a weekend of high-speed action and championship implications as the 2026 season entered its final stretch. With only the Crandon and Glen Helen rounds remaining for the Pro divisions, every position became increasingly important in the championship chase.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16091\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" The Pro4 Championship battle continues to heat up as several drivers raced door-to-door at Bark River. Photo: Champ Off Road[\/caption]\r\n\r\nJohnny Greaves was one of the biggest winners on Saturday, capturing the PRO4 victory in a thrilling race that saw him battle Mickey Thomas for the lead. Greaves grabbed the holeshot and ran near the front throughout the race before Thomas moved into first on Lap 9. One lap later, however, Thomas slowed, allowing Greaves to regain the lead. Greaves held off a late charge from Cole Mamer to secure his second win of the season by just eight-tenths of a second. Mamer finished second, while Thomas recovered to complete the podium. Sunday brought more of the same high-level competition, with Mickey Thomas rebounding to win the PRO4 race while Johnny Holtger claimed the PRO2 victory. Thomas had been one of the most consistent drivers in the class entering the weekend, and his Bark River win added another important result to the late-season championship battle.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16089\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Ryan Beat was back on top at Bark River. Photo: Champ Off Road[\/caption]\r\n\r\nRyan Beat also returned to the top step in PRO2. After Kyle Greaves briefly led the opening lap, Beat took advantage of a mistake by Greaves and moved into first. Beat then steadily built his advantage while a battle developed behind him between Johnny Holtger, Greaves and Ricky Gutierrez. A late incident involving Greaves and Gutierrez shuffled the order, but Beat remained comfortably out front to earn his first victory since Crandon earlier in the season. Holtger finished second, with Gutierrez recovering to take third. Connor Barry strengthened his position in the PRO Lite championship with a victory of his own. After Matt Wood controlled the early laps, Barry made his move on Lap 4 and took command. Wood settled for second, while Joey Maciosek completed the podium. Chris Van Den Elzen's championship lead in PRO Spec came under pressure when Avery Hemmer's early lead disappeared after a flat rear tire. Van Den Elzen inherited the top spot, but Nick Visser eventually worked his way past and went on to claim his second consecutive victory. Dylan Parsons and Braden Beauchamp battled for the remaining podium spots, with Beauchamp taking second at the finish and Parsons third. Mark Steinhardt also returned to Victory Lane in PRO Buggy, earning his first win of the season. Steinhardt led from start to finish while Cole Bernloehr mounted a late charge, finishing just a half-second behind. Beau Ambrose completed the podium in third.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16087\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Jeb Bootle completed a weekend sweep at Bark River. Photo: Champ Off Road[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIn PRO SxS, Jeb Bootle continued his impressive run down the stretch. Bootle and CJ Greaves ran first and second throughout the race, with Bootle holding off Greaves by only 0.333 seconds. The victory marked Bootle's third win during a six-race podium streak and further extended his championship advantage. Bootle was equally dominant in PRO Stock SxS, charging past early leader Brody Sands on Lap 4 before pulling away from the field for his fourth victory of the season. Sands finished second, while Collin Truett rounded out the podium.Holtger's PRO2 victory on Sunday came as he moved through a late-race battle and secured another important win, while the SxS divisions continued to be dominated by Bootle. The Pro SxS driver completed a weekend sweep, adding another victory to his championship-leading season. Several Sportsman competitors also produced standout performances. Gaborik Geyen swept the 200 SxS races and extended his winning streak to five, while William Holtger captured the 570 SxS victory and locked up the class championship. Jersey Kleikamp also completed a weekend sweep in the 170 SxS division.","excerpt":"

AMSOIL Championship Off-Road celebrated 50 years of racing at Bark River International Raceway with a weekend of high-speed action and …<\/p>","date":"August 17, 2026 17:39","categories":[{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25047613,"title":"Short Course","slug":"shortcourse"}],"tags":[{"id":25047862,"title":"bark river","slug":"bark-river"},{"id":25048178,"title":"champ off road","slug":"champ-off-road"},{"id":25048593,"title":"championship off road racing","slug":"championship-off-road-racing"},{"id":25049579,"title":"jeb bootle","slug":"jeb-bootle"},{"id":25047920,"title":"johnny greaves","slug":"johnny-greaves"},{"id":25047864,"title":"michigan","slug":"michigan"},{"id":25047919,"title":"Mickey Thomas","slug":"mickey-thomas"},{"id":25047886,"title":"pro2","slug":"pro2"},{"id":25047885,"title":"pro4","slug":"pro4"},{"id":25047908,"title":"prolite","slug":"prolite"},{"id":25049938,"title":"ProSpec","slug":"prospec"},{"id":25047873,"title":"ryan beat","slug":"ryan-beat"},{"id":25047630,"title":"short course","slug":"short-course"},{"id":25048305,"title":"shortcourse off road racing","slug":"shortcourse-off-road-racing"}]},{"id":16078,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/17\/jett-lawrence-reclaims-450-championship-lead-at-unadilla\/","title":"Jett Lawrence Reclaims 450 Championship Lead at Unadilla","content":"Jett Lawrence regained control of the 450 championship standings Saturday at Unadilla MX, overcoming a difficult opening moto and taking the overall victory in Round 9 of the 2026 Pro Motocross Championship. Lawrence finished 2-1 on the day, while a crash by championship rival and brother Hunter Lawrence dramatically changed the title fight with just two rounds remaining. Hunter Lawrence entered the Unadilla National with a 12-point advantage over Jett and extended that margin early in the afternoon by winning the opening 450 moto. Jett finished second, with Jorge Prado taking third and Haiden Deegan fourth. The championship battle took a major turn in Moto 2. Hunter again started near the front and was running with the leaders before crashing while entering Unadilla's infamous Screw U section. The incident damaged his Honda and forced him to retire from the moto. With Hunter out of contention, Jett moved into the lead and held off a hard-charging Prado to secure the moto victory and his fourth overall win of the season. Prado put together a strong 3-2 score for second overall, marking his third podium of the 2026 season. Deegan rounded out the 450 podium with a 4-3 finish.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16080\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Cole Davies secured his fourth overall win of the season at Unadilla. Photo: MX Sports Pro Racing[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe 250 class also saw a major championship shakeup as Cole Davies captured his fourth overall victory of the season with a 2-1 moto score. Levi Kitchen won the opening moto but struggled in Moto 2, finishing sixth after being forced wide at the start. Davies capitalized on the opportunity, taking control of the second moto and riding to the win. Kitchen finished second overall with a 1-6 score. The result moved Davies to within a single point of Kitchen in the 250 championship standings with only two rounds remaining. Haiden Deegan completed the Unadilla podium in third overall.","excerpt":"

Jett Lawrence regained control of the 450 championship standings Saturday at Unadilla MX, overcoming a difficult opening moto and taking …<\/p>","date":"August 17, 2026 10:43","categories":[{"id":25047609,"title":"Moto","slug":"moto"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"}],"tags":[{"id":25049854,"title":"Cole Davies","slug":"cole-davies"},{"id":25049242,"title":"Haiden Deegan","slug":"haiden-deegan"},{"id":25048062,"title":"hunter lawrence","slug":"hunter-lawrence"},{"id":25047989,"title":"jett lawrence","slug":"jett-lawrence"},{"id":25048804,"title":"levi kitchen","slug":"levi-kitchen"},{"id":25048335,"title":"pro motocross","slug":"pro-motocross"},{"id":25049909,"title":"Pro MX","slug":"pro-mx"},{"id":25048919,"title":"supermotocross","slug":"supermotocross"},{"id":25048258,"title":"unadilla","slug":"unadilla"}]},{"id":16072,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/17\/hardin-wins-heger-dominates-utv-pro-at-reverse-vegas-to-reno\/","title":"Hardin Wins, Heger Dominates UTV Pro at Reverse Vegas to Reno","content":"Eric Hardin captured the overall victory while Brock Heger dominated the UTV Pro class during the historic 2026 Casey Folks Vegas to Reno \u201cThe Other Way\u201d. The 30th anniversary running of the legendary desert race featured a major change, with competitors traveling the course in reverse from Reno to Las Vegas for the first time in the event\u2019s history.\r\n\r\nHardin overcame an early setback to deliver the fastest overall time. After suffering a flat tire during qualifying and starting near the back of the Unlimited Truck 2WD field, Hardin charged through the 505-mile course finishing in 7 hours, 37 minutes and 55.986 seconds. The race was filled with attrition throughout the Nevada desert. Unlimited Truck 4WD contenders Robby and Max Gordon experienced lengthy repair stops, while Bryce Menzies\u2019 race ended early with transmission problems. Several other front-running competitors also lost time to mechanical issues and flat tires. Hardin eventually emerged as the overall leader on corrected time, finishing more than five minutes ahead of Mitch Guthrie and his Ford Raptor T1+ Rally Raid entry. Dave Mason Jr. finished third overall, followed closely by Nic Whetstone and Rally Raid competitor Brian Baragwanath.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16075\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Mitch Guthrie finished second in the Vegas to Reno event, debuting a Ford Raptor T1+ Rally Raid vehicle. Photo: Best in the Desert.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nGuthrie\u2019s second-place finish was particularly notable as the Ford Raptor T1+ made its North American debut at Vegas to Reno. Baragwanath also brought Dakar Rally machinery to the event, giving the race an international rally-raid flavor.\r\n\r\nBrock Heger added another impressive victory to his 2026 season, winning the UTV Pro class and finishing seventh overall. The Polaris RZR Factory Racing driver completed the course in 7:51:29.311, securing his second American Off-Road Racing Championship victory in as many starts after previously winning the Mint 400. \u00a0Cody Bradbury moved into second place in UTV Pro, while four-time Vegas to Reno winner Blurton settled for third. Heger and Bradbury were the only UTV Pro competitors to complete the race in under eight hours. Eric\u2019s nephew, Cole Hardin, earned his first Unlimited Truck SPEC class victory, beating Conner McMullen by just over 18 seconds. RJ Stidham completed the class podium, keeping the championship battle alive heading into the season finale. In the two-wheel motorcycle classes, Cian Naran beat JCR Honda\u2019s Preston Campbell for the win.\r\n\r\nFull results are available on at www.bitd.com<\/a>","excerpt":"

Eric Hardin captured the overall victory while Brock Heger dominated the UTV Pro class during the historic 2026 Casey Folks …<\/p>","date":"August 17, 2026 08:57","categories":[{"id":25047610,"title":"Desert Racing","slug":"desert-racing"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"}],"tags":[{"id":25047636,"title":"Best In the Desert","slug":"best-in-the-desert"},{"id":25047900,"title":"brock heger","slug":"brock-heger"},{"id":25049383,"title":"casey folks","slug":"casey-folks"},{"id":25047847,"title":"desert","slug":"desert"},{"id":25049200,"title":"eric hardin","slug":"eric-hardin"},{"id":25049614,"title":"Ford Raptor T1+","slug":"ford-raptor-t1"},{"id":25049654,"title":"nic whetstone","slug":"nic-whetstone"},{"id":25047632,"title":"off-road","slug":"off-road"},{"id":25047711,"title":"polaris","slug":"polaris"},{"id":25047731,"title":"unlimited truck","slug":"unlimited-truck"},{"id":25047653,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"},{"id":25047893,"title":"Vegas to Reno","slug":"vegas-to-reno"}]},{"id":16051,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/11\/justin-hill-opens-world-supercross-season-with-canadian-gp-race-1-victory\/","title":"Justin Hill Opens World Supercross Season With Canadian GP Race 1 Victory","content":"Justin Hill got the 2026 FIM World Supercross Championship off to a strong start Saturday night in Calgary, taking the SX1 Sprint Race 1 victory at McMahon Stadium during the opening round of the season. Hill, aboard the Rick Ware Racing Yamaha, put together a strong eight-lap performance to claim the first SX1 race win of the new World Supercross season. Cooper Webb, making his full-season WSX debut with Rick Ware Racing, finished second, while Calgary local Dean Wilson rounded out the top three for Quad Lock Honda.\r\n\r\nThe opening race was not without drama. Defending WSX champion Jason Anderson crashed on the opening lap, forcing him to fight his way back through the field. Anderson ultimately finished outside the top five, leaving him with a difficult start to his title defense.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16054\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Cooper Webb won the overall after the event was stopped due to severe weather. Photo: WSX[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe results from the opening sprint set the stage for the second SX1 race of the night, where Webb would answer back with a victory of his own. Webb ultimately claimed the Canadian GP overall after the scheduled Main Event was stopped by severe weather and could not be completed. Wilson finished second overall, with Hill third. In the SX2 division, defending champion Max Anstie also began his title defense in winning fashion, taking the first of three race victories on his way to the overall victory.\r\n\r\nThe 2026 World Supercross Championship now moves toward Round 2, the British GP at Alexander Stadium in Birmingham on October 10.","excerpt":"

Justin Hill got the 2026 FIM World Supercross Championship off to a strong start Saturday night in Calgary, taking the …<\/p>","date":"August 11, 2026 08:28","categories":[{"id":25047609,"title":"Moto","slug":"moto"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"}],"tags":[{"id":25049950,"title":"Calgary","slug":"calgary"},{"id":25049951,"title":"Canadian GP","slug":"canadian-gp"},{"id":25047676,"title":"cooper webb","slug":"cooper-webb"},{"id":25049235,"title":"justin hill","slug":"justin-hill"},{"id":25049234,"title":"rick ware racing","slug":"rick-ware-racing"},{"id":25049030,"title":"world supercross","slug":"world-supercross"},{"id":25048971,"title":"wsx","slug":"wsx"}]},{"id":16026,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/06\/seth-hammakers-championship-hopes-end-with-season-ending-shoulder-injury\/","title":"Seth Hammaker’s Championship Hopes End with Season-Ending Shoulder Injury","content":"Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki rider Seth Hammaker's promising 2026 campaign has come to an abrupt end after the Pennsylvania native suffered a shoulder injury during the High Point National. The team announced that Hammaker will miss the remainder of the Pro Motocross season and the rest of the SuperMotocross World Championship schedule while recovering from surgery.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16028\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Seth Hammaker confirms he is out for the rest of the season after a crash at High Point in June. Photo: Kawasaki[\/caption]\r\n\r\nHammaker was injured during the second moto at High Point after a crash ended what had been one of the strongest stretches of his professional career. Subsequent examinations revealed a torn labrum, an injury that will require surgery and an extended rehabilitation period.\r\n\r\nThe setback is especially disappointing given Hammaker's remarkable start to the season. The 250-class rider earned his first career overall victory at the opening round of the Pro Motocross Championship and carried the series lead into High Point after establishing himself as one of the title favorites. His focus now shifts toward recovery and preparing for the 2027 season. Hammaker has secured a contract renewal with Monster Energy Kawasaki.","excerpt":"

Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki rider Seth Hammaker’s promising 2026 campaign has come to an abrupt end after the Pennsylvania …<\/p>","date":"August 6, 2026 08:29","categories":[{"id":25047609,"title":"Moto","slug":"moto"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"}],"tags":[{"id":25048657,"title":"injury","slug":"injury"},{"id":25047627,"title":"kawasaki","slug":"kawasaki"},{"id":25047764,"title":"mx","slug":"mx"},{"id":25048335,"title":"pro motocross","slug":"pro-motocross"},{"id":25048061,"title":"seth hammaker","slug":"seth-hammaker"},{"id":25047987,"title":"SX","slug":"sx"}]},{"id":16019,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/05\/yamaha-to-end-in-house-side-by-side-production-in-the-united-states\/","title":"Yamaha to End In-House Side-by-Side Production in the United States","content":"Yamaha is reportedly preparing to end in-house production of its side-by-side lineup in the United States, marking a major shift for the company after more than two decades in the off-road vehicle market. The move comes as Yamaha continues to streamline its powersports business following the discontinuation of the YXZ1000R sport side-by-side and its exit from the snowmobile market.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16022\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Yamaha will end US Production of its side-by-side line-up including the Wolverine. Photo: Yamaha[\/caption]\r\n\r\nFor years, Yamaha's side-by-side models, including the Wolverine, Viking, and YXZ families, have been assembled at the company's manufacturing facility in Newnan, Georgia. As recently as the introduction of its 2026 lineup, Yamaha emphasized that its vehicles were built in the United States for global distribution.\r\n\r\nThe biggest sign of the company's changing strategy came with the retirement of the YXZ1000R, the only sport side-by-side on the market equipped with a manual transmission. Yamaha officials said the company would instead focus on its remaining utility and recreation models, including the Wolverine and Viking platforms.\r\n\r\nAlthough Yamaha has not publicly outlined the full details of its long-term manufacturing plans, the decision reflects broader changes within the powersports industry as manufacturers respond to rising costs, shifting consumer demand, and increased competition in the off-road market.","excerpt":"

Yamaha is reportedly preparing to end in-house production of its side-by-side lineup in the United States, marking a major shift …<\/p>","date":"August 5, 2026 09:55","categories":[{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25047652,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}],"tags":[{"id":25049949,"title":"R-MAX","slug":"r-max"},{"id":25049680,"title":"sxs","slug":"sxs"},{"id":25047653,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"},{"id":25049948,"title":"Wolverine","slug":"wolverine"},{"id":25047984,"title":"yamaha","slug":"yamaha"}]},{"id":15985,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/04\/polaris-unleashes-275-horsepower-2027-rzr-pro-r-boost\/","title":"Polaris Unleashes 275-Horsepower 2027 RZR Pro R Boost","content":"Polaris has officially unveiled the 2027 RZR Pro R Boost, the most powerful production side-by-side the company has ever offered. Designed to push the limits of off-road performance, the new model produces an impressive 275 horsepower thanks to the addition of a turbocharged version of Polaris' 2.0-liter ProStar Fury engine.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15988\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" The Polaris Boost has 275-horsepower. Photo: Polaris[\/caption]\r\n

A 66-millimeter Garrett turbocharger and liquid-to-air intercooler helps deliver 50 more horsepower than the naturally aspirated Pro R while maintaining performance at elevations of up to 10,000 feet. \u00a0Engineers also upgraded the continuously variable transmission (CVT), strengthened the driveline, enlarged the half shafts, and redesigned the cooling system to handle the additional power and torque. A roof-mounted air intake directs airflow to the rear-mounted radiator, helping maintain consistent performance in extreme conditions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15990\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" The Polaris boost features a roof-mounted air intake to direct airflow to the rear-mounted radiator. Photo: Polaris[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe 2027 Pro R Boost will be available in both Ultimate and Ultra trim levels, with the latter receiving Polaris' advanced Dynamix DVS suspension system, active sway-bar technology, carbon-fiber components, and BFGoodrich tires. Pricing begins at $49,999 for the two-seat Ultimate model, while four-seat and Ultra variants command higher price tags. Deliveries are expected to begin in November.\r\n\r\n\"\" \"\"","excerpt":"

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Julien Beaumer will remain with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing for the foreseeable future after the team announced a multi-year …

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\n", "content_text": "Julien Beaumer will remain with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing for the foreseeable future after the team announced a multi-year …The post Julien Beaumer Staying Orange as KTM Extends Factory Racing Deal appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2026-08-21T10:13:03-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-08-21T10:13:03-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "Julien Beaumer", "ktm", "KTM Factory Edition", "Moto", "mx", "orange", "smx", "supermotocross", "SX", "News" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=16101", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2026/08/19/can-am-maverick-r-gets-major-performance-upgrades-for-2027/", "title": "Can-Am Maverick R Gets Major Performance Upgrades for 2027", "content_html": "

Can-Am is continuing to push the limits of high-performance side-by-sides with its 2027 Maverick R lineup, bringing upgraded drivetrain technology …

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Jorge Prado will remain with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing for the 2027 SuperMotocross season and beyond after signing a …

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\n", "content_text": "Jorge Prado will remain with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing for the 2027 SuperMotocross season and beyond after signing a …The post Jorge Prado Re-Signs With Red Bull KTM on Multi-Year Deal appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2026-08-18T08:09:56-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-08-18T08:09:56-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "450mx", "Jorge Prado", "ktm", "Moto", "multi-year deal", "mx", "red bull ktm", "supermotocross", "News" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=16084", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2026/08/17/greaves-beat-and-bootle-shine-at-bark-river/", "title": "Greaves, Beat and Bootle Shine at Bark River", "content_html": "

AMSOIL Championship Off-Road celebrated 50 years of racing at Bark River International Raceway with a weekend of high-speed action and …

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Jett Lawrence regained control of the 450 championship standings Saturday at Unadilla MX, overcoming a difficult opening moto and taking …

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\n", "content_text": "Jett Lawrence regained control of the 450 championship standings Saturday at Unadilla MX, overcoming a difficult opening moto and taking …The post Jett Lawrence Reclaims 450 Championship Lead at Unadilla appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2026-08-17T10:43:35-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-08-17T10:43:35-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "Cole Davies", "Haiden Deegan", "hunter lawrence", "jett lawrence", "levi kitchen", "pro motocross", "Pro MX", "supermotocross", "unadilla", "Moto", "News" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=16072", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2026/08/17/hardin-wins-heger-dominates-utv-pro-at-reverse-vegas-to-reno/", "title": "Hardin Wins, Heger Dominates UTV Pro at Reverse Vegas to Reno", "content_html": "

Eric Hardin captured the overall victory while Brock Heger dominated the UTV Pro class during the historic 2026 Casey Folks …

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Justin Hill got the 2026 FIM World Supercross Championship off to a strong start Saturday night in Calgary, taking the …

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Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki rider Seth Hammaker’s promising 2026 campaign has come to an abrupt end after the Pennsylvania …

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Yamaha is reportedly preparing to end in-house production of its side-by-side lineup in the United States, marking a major shift …

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Polaris has officially unveiled the 2027 RZR Pro R Boost, the most powerful production side-by-side the company has ever offered. …

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\n", "content_text": "Polaris has officially unveiled the 2027 RZR Pro R Boost, the most powerful production side-by-side the company has ever offered. …The post Polaris Unleashes 275-Horsepower 2027 RZR Pro R Boost appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2026-08-04T08:42:31-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-08-04T08:42:31-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "275-horsepower", "polaris", "Polaris Boost", "pro r", "rzr", "Side-by-Side", "UTV", "News", "Rides" ] } ] }