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USA EUC Debuts at King of the Motos in Johnson Valley, CA

USA EUC Sanctioned National Championship Round at King of the Motos

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USA EUC Debuts at King of the Motos in Johnson Valley, CA

USA EUC Sanctioned National Championship Round at King of the Motos

JOHNSON VALLEY, CA - January 13 2025

A New Benchmark for Electric Unicycle Off-Road Racing

King of the Motos has earned its reputation as one of the most demanding off-road motorsports events in North America. As a USA EUC Sanctioned Championship Round, it now stands as a cornerstone of the national electric unicycle racing calendar.

This partnership brings championship-level EUC competition into a venue known for extreme terrain, professional race operations, and a culture built around technical skill and endurance. For riders, sponsors, and media, King of the Motos represents the convergence of elite off-road motorsport and the next generation of electric competition.

Event Overview

The USA EUC Championship presence at King of the Motos consists of two distinct races held over two days, each testing different performance dimensions of both rider and machine:

  • A closed-course Grand Prix on a technical infield circuit

  • A long-distance desert enduro in an out-and-back navigation format

All races operate under the USA EUC Rulebook, standardized class structures, official timing, and national points scoring.

Race 1: King of the Grand Prix

Friday, January 23 – Infield Course, King of the Hammers

The opening round of the weekend is the King of the Grand Prix, a circuit-style race held on the infield track at King of the Hammers. This format emphasizes:

  • Precision cornering

  • Acceleration and braking control

  • Close-quarters racecraft

  • Consistency over multiple laps

Rider Meeting:
Friday, January 23 – 12:00 PM
Location: Hammertown, Amped Electric Games Booth

Operations and Timing

  • All racers must rent official timing transponders at check-in.

  • There are no race entry fees for this event.

  • Timing and scoring are managed by USA EUC race officials under championship standards.

This race establishes the opening points of the weekend and places riders in direct, head-to-head competition on a technical, spectator-friendly course.

Race 2: Desert Enduro (Out-and-Back)

Saturday, January 24 – Open Desert Course

The second championship round is a true endurance and navigation challenge: an out-and-back desert enduro conducted across open terrain.

Rider Meeting:
Saturday, January 24 – 10:00 AM

Race Start:
Saturday, January 24 – 12:00 PM

Format

  • Riders will start from a designated location and race across desert terrain to a GPS-defined waypoint.

  • At the remote checkpoint, each rider must:

    • Sign their name in an official log book

    • Immediately return to the starting point on the same route

  • Final classification is based on official elapsed time, measured and verified by race officials.

This format evaluates:

  • Endurance and energy management

  • Terrain reading and line selection

  • Navigation and situational awareness

  • Equipment reliability under sustained load

Equipment and Preparation Requirements

Due to the distance and remoteness of the enduro course, competitors must arrive fully self-supported.

Riders are expected to bring:

  • An electric unicycle capable of at least 20 miles of off-road range

  • A GPS-enabled device (phone, watch, or handheld unit) to locate the waypoint

  • Adequate water and hydration systems

  • Any tools, spares, and personal support gear required for desert conditions

This is not a short-course sprint. It is a real-world endurance test designed to reflect the most demanding use cases for high-performance electric unicycles.

Championship Points and National Standings

Both races award points toward the USA EUC National Championship Series using the standardized time-based scoring system. Results from King of the Motos directly impact:

  • National rankings

  • Class standings

  • End-of-season championship qualification

Every lap, every mile, and every second on the course contributes to a rider’s position in the national title race.

Sanctioning and Safety Standards

As a USA EUC sanctioned event, King of the Motos operates under unified national standards, including:

  • Course inspection and approval

  • Mandatory protective equipment requirements

  • Medical and emergency response coordination

  • Official timing systems and results verification

  • Class enforcement and eligibility controls

This framework ensures consistency, fairness, and professional-level race operations across all championship venues.

Why King of the Motos Matters

King of the Motos represents a defining moment for electric unicycle racing:

  • A technically demanding off-road environment

  • A multi-format competition structure (Grand Prix + Enduro)

  • Integration into a national championship system

  • A venue already respected across the broader off-road motorsports community

For riders, it is a proving ground.
For manufacturers, it is a performance validation platform.
For sponsors and media, it is a clear signal that electric unicycle racing is evolving into a structured, professional, national motorsport.

Participation and Registration

Riders planning to compete should:

  • Review the USA EUC Rulebook

  • Confirm class eligibility and equipment compliance

  • Ensure championship membership and points registration

  • Prepare for both circuit racing and long-range desert endurance

King of the Motos now stands as one of the most technically comprehensive rounds in the USA EUC Championship Series, combining precision racing, navigation, endurance, and professional sanctioning in a single weekend.