The big bikes are out. The 2026 AMA Pro Motocross season opener got its first look at the 450 class in Moto 1 — and the horsepower, the speed, and the sheer intensity of the premier class did not disappoint. This is what outdoor motocross is all about.

450 Class Moto 1 — Season Opener

When the gate drops on a 450 moto, everything happens fast. The hole shot, the early positioning, the first real test of who came into the 2026 season ready to race — it all plays out in the opening laps. Moto 1 at the season opener is as important as it is exciting, and the 450 class delivered from the very first turn.

Watch the full Moto 1 in the video above and see how the premier class opened its 2026 outdoor campaign.

The Premier Class in 2026

The 450 class is the pinnacle of outdoor motocross. The riders, the machines, and the pace are at an elite level — and every moto is a battle between athletes who have dedicated everything to being the best in the world at what they do. The 2026 season opener gives us the first real data point of the year: who is in form, who is ready to fight for the championship, and who still has work to do.

With fresh track conditions for Moto 1, riders pushed hard from the gate. The surface rewards commitment and clean riding — and in the 450 class, there is no shortage of either.

Follow the Full 2026 AMA Pro Motocross Season

The 2026 outdoor season is just getting started. Rounds, motos, and championship points will stack up fast — and every race brings the title picture into sharper focus. Follow along with offroadvideos.org all season long for 250 and 450 coverage from every round.

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