Everything You Need to Know About US Hard Enduro Electric Racing (2026)

Cooper Abbott on Joining Stark, Racing Erzberg, and Hard Enduro on Electric Dirt Bikes

In Episode 11 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with professional hard enduro and EnduroCross racer Cooper Abbott to talk about his new partnership with Stark Future, the evolution of electric motorcycles in hard enduro, and one of the biggest races of his career. Cooper shares how his relationship with Stark began, the challenges of transitioning away from a factory ride, and why he's excited about the future of electric off-road racing. We also dive deep into Stark VARG setup, traction control strategies, regenerative braking, hand brake vs. foot brake, battery management, tire and mousse setups, and what he's learned racing electric motorcycles in some of the toughest terrain imaginable. Most importantly, Cooper reveals his plans to race Erzbergrodeo aboard a Stark VARG, becoming one of the few American riders to take on the Iron Giant with an electric motorcycle.

Harley Davidson Buys Dust Moto

In episode 10 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with Colin Godby from Dust Moto and John from LiveWire to talk about the huge news surrounding LiveWire’s acquisition of Dust Moto and what it means for the future of both brands. We dive into how the partnership came together behind the scenes, why LiveWire saw such a massive opportunity in the mid size off-road segment, and how Dust Moto’s Hightail platform fits into a much bigger long-term vision alongside brands like Stacyc and Harley Davidson. The conversation also explores the challenges of building an electric motorcycle startup in public, the realities of funding and production, and how this partnership could help accelerate the Hightail toward full commercialization.

Eric Peronnard on Stark, Alta, and Why Electric Dirt Bikes Are Finally Being Accepted

In Episode 9 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with industry legend Eric Peronnard to talk about where electric dirt bikes really stand right now, and where things are headed next. Eric has been at the center of it all, from Supercross and X Games to the early days of electric racing with Zero, Alta, and now Stark. We dive into how far the industry has come, why acceptance of electric dirt bikes is finally starting to shift, and what still needs to happen for eMoto to fully break into the mainstream. We also get into the challenges of racing electric bikes, why traditional class structures don’t really work, and how events like TKO and X Games are adapting. Eric shares insight into mid-size bikes gaining traction, the rise and fall of early electric race series, and what the future could look like as OEMs start taking electric more seriously. If you want a real behind-the-scenes look at how the electric dirt bike movement has evolved, and where it’s going, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Graham Jarvis on Racing Electric Dirt Bikes in Hard Enduro

In episode 8 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with hard enduro legend Graham Jarvis to talk about something we didn’t see coming this fast - his full transition into electric dirt bikes. Graham breaks down how the Jarvis electric project came together, why he saw the potential years ago, and what finally made the timing right. We get into what it actually feels like to ride at the highest level without a clutch, how quickly the bike has developed, and why he believes electric isn’t just viable for hard enduro—it might be better in a lot of situations. We also dive into racing, including competing in FIM events alongside gas bikes, battery strategy, real-world range, and what it’s going to take for electric to fully break into the sport. On top of that, Graham shares how his riding style, training, and coaching approach are evolving with this new platform. If you’ve been wondering where electric dirt bikes actually fit in hard enduro—or if they can compete at the highest level—this is one you don’t want to miss. Follow along with Graham and the Jarvis project as development continues and racing ramps up.

Everything You Need to Know About US Hard Enduro Electric Racing (2026)

In episode 7 of the eMoto Show, we sit down with Matt Musgrove from US Hard Enduro to break down everything you need to know about the 2026 eMoto classes. Electric dirt bikes are officially part of a full national championship in US Hard Enduro, and we cover how it all works—from class structure and bike eligibility to race formats, battery strategy, and what to expect if you’re lining up for your first event. We dive into the two eMoto classes (Sportsman and Pro), how riders qualify, which bikes are currently approved, and what it actually takes to finish a hard enduro on an electric bike. Matt also explains how USHE is handling battery swaps, course design, and AMA requirements as the sport continues to evolve. Beyond the rules, this conversation gets into why hard enduro is one of the best applications for electric dirt bikes, how OEMs are using these races as a proving ground, and where the future of eMoto racing is headed. If you’ve been thinking about racing, or just want to understand how electric bikes fit into off-road competition, this episode covers it all.