Motorcycling Australia has confirmed a significant overhaul of the national enduro class structure from January 1, 2027, following recommendations from the MA Enduro Commission and approval by the Rules and Technical Committee.
The changes, which will be incorporated into the General Competition Rules in the 2027 Manual of Motorcycle Sport, are aimed at creating a more streamlined and marketable competition structure while improving competitiveness across the Australian enduro landscape.
One of the biggest changes is the removal of the existing E2 and E3 classes. Motorcycling Australia said the decision was made because competitiveness in E3 has declined due to lower rider numbers, while most states do not have sufficient depth to maintain the traditional E1-E3 class structure.
In their place, an All-Powers Pro Enduro class will be introduced and awarded Australian Championship status. The current Pro Enduro category does not carry Australian Championship status and instead combines the fastest riders from the E1, E2 and E3 classes for overall results.
The existing E1 category will also undergo a name change, becoming Pro Lites while retaining the current capacity limits of 120-200cc two-stroke and 150-250cc four-stroke machinery. According to Motorcycling Australia, the move is designed to improve the marketability of the Australian Enduro Championship through a simplified Pro Enduro and Pro Lites structure, provide a more even spread of competitors, and better align Australian competition with comparable international domestic enduro championships.
There will also be an adjustment to the EJ junior category, with the age bracket expanding from 16-U18 to 16-U19.
Further changes will see two junior categories elevated to Australian Championship status. The JJ class (9-U12 65cc) and the J1 class (9-U12 85cc two-stroke and 150cc four-stroke small wheel) will both now compete for national championship honours.
The new class structure will be mandatory across the Australian Enduro Championship from 2027 and, where applicable, will also apply to other senior competition classes nationwide.
