AMA Supercross Championship

Supercross is a form of indoor dirt bike racing and a newer version of motocross, the sport’s original form. This motorcycle racing sport involves off-road motorcycles on an artificially-made dirt track consisting of steep jumps and obstacles, whereas motocross takes place on long courses built on the dirt and terrain in natural environments. Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, is held from January through early May, primarily taking place in baseball and football stadiums, or covered domes. One contest is held at Daytona International Speedway, in the island that separates pit lane from the circuit. The supercross track takes all the obstacles of outdoor riding – jumps, turns, and bumps – and puts them in easy view of the spectators.

History

Supercross is a very technical sport. Supercross was derived from Motocross. While Motocross and Supercross are similar in many respects, there are significant differences as well. For example, Supercross races are heavily advertised and televised motorsports events held within major cities.