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Motegi Road Race Championship

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The Motegi Road Race Championship, commonly known as “Mote-Ro,” is a regional 2 wheels road race series held at Mobility Resort Motegi.

2025 Event Schedule

  • Round1 3/29 (Sat)・30 (Sun)

    Early Bird Discount Application Period 2/13 (Thu) ~ 2/27 (Thu)
    Regular Application Period 2/28 (Fri) ~ 3/6 (Thu)

  • Round2 7/5 (Sat)・6 (Sun)

    Early Bird Discount Application Period 5/22(Thu)~6/5(Thu)
    Regular Application Period 6/6(Fri)~6/12(Thu)

  • Round3 8/9 (Sat) ・ 10 (Sun)

    Early Bird Discount Application Period 6/26(Thu)~7/10(Thu)
    Regular Application Period 7/11(Fri)~7/17(Thu)

  • Round4 10/18 (Sat)・19 (Sun)

    Early Bird Discount Application Period 9/4(Thu)~9/18(Thu)
    Regular Application Period 9/19(Fri)~9/25(Thu)


The schedule is tentative and may be subject to change.

NEWS Latest Information

ABOUT What is the Motegi Road Race

"Motegi Road Race Championship" is a motorcycle race held at
Mobility Resort Motegi.

A wide range of classes is available, targeting everyone from beginner riders to those aspiring to be professionals, including the beginner-friendly CBR250R Dream Cup and the JSB1000 class, which reaches a top speed of 270 km/h.

There are many types of 250cc classes, and participants can choose a class based on their own level and budget.

FLOW Flow until participation

  • 1

    Class Participation Confirmed

    Decide on the participation class according to your style and goals. Once you have chosen your vehicle, participate in circuit runs and schools to practice for the race.
    Click here to join MCoM>
    Click here for 2 wheels School>

  • 2

    MFJ License Acquisition

    The Motegi Road Race Championship is an MFJ-sanctioned (approved) race, so only those who have obtained an MFJ license can participate. Licenses are divided into Junior, Freshman, Domestic (NAT), and International (INT).Details on MFJ licenses here>
    Be sure to thoroughly read the MFJ Domestic Competition Regulations!

  • 3

    Race Participation Application

    Entry Here>
    * Please complete payment and application procedures within the deadline to avoid any omissions.

CLASS Class Introduction

In the Motegi Road Race Championship, there are sanctioned competitions where riders can earn points under nationwide common rules to advance to an international license, as well as approved competitions where vehicle regulations and competition rules are entrusted to each organizer.
*1 Sanctioned Competition Class *2 Approved Competition Class

  • Inter JSB1000/
    Inter ST1000/
    National ST1000 ※1

    A class contested by 1000cc super sports bikes. It is said to be the pinnacle of the All Japan Road Race Championship and is a category that also relates to the Suzuka 8 Hours.
    You can see liter-class super sports bikes released with pride by the four domestic manufacturers Honda, YAMAHA, KAWASAKI, and SUZUKI, as well as foreign manufacturers such as BMW, DUCATI, and aprilia.
    In the Motegi Road Race Championship, the number of entries has increased, and the sight of more than 20 liter bikes racing all at once is simply spectacular.

  • Inter ST600/
    National ST600 ※1

    The 600cc Super Sports Bike race is contested with limited modifications, and the tires are a one-make grooved sports tire for street use, provided by Bridgestone. This can be considered the category closest to stock. The three types are Honda CBR600RR, YAMAHA YZF-R6, and KAWASAKI ZX-6R. All of them are equipped with inline 4-cylinder engines, each with different characteristics depending on the manufacturer.

  • Inter JP250/
    National JP250 ※1

    In the Southeast Asian region, there is a demand for 250cc 2-cylinder machines, and from domestic manufacturers, the JP250 class was born in 2016. It is suitable as an entry class due to its easy handling and affordable vehicle price. It is also a class that attracts attention as a passing class while stepping up from mini bike races to ST600 and JSB1000 classes. Starting with the Kawasaki Ninja250, the YAMAHA YZF-R25 and Honda CBR250RR have been released, and there are also many aftermarket parts available, so there are many options to choose from. The tires are a one-make with Dunlop's grooved sports tires.

  • CBR250RR Dream Cup ※1

    The CBR250RR Dream Cup, a one-make race held nationwide in Japan with the Honda CBR250RR. The machine is equipped with a 4-stroke 2-cylinder 250cc engine and is a step-up class from the CBR250R Dream Cup.
    In the Motegi Road Race Championship, entries are made by registering in the National JP250 and Inter JP250 classes. Series points are managed by HRC. The tires are specified Dunlop grooved sports tires.

  • CBR250R Dream Cup ※2

    CBR250R Dream Cup, a one-make race held nationwide in Japan with the Honda CBR250R. The machine, equipped with a 4-stroke single-cylinder 250cc engine, is easy to handle and recommended for beginners. With the Honda CBR250R, there are no restrictions on the year or model change (MC), and the modification range is narrow, so there is little difference in machines. The tires are Dunlop's grooved sports tires.

  • ST250S/
    ST250T/
    ST250F (including Eternal class)/
    G310R ※2

    In the ST250 classes, the last letter S stands for Single, T for Twin, and F for Four. As the names suggest, the ST250S competes with 4-stroke 250cc single-cylinder machines, the ST250T with 4-stroke 250cc twin-cylinder machines, and the ST250F with 250cc four-cylinder machines. Upon meeting certain conditions, riders can step up to the Eternal class. The classes are divided according to skill level, making them enjoyable for everyone.
    In the ST250T class, many participants ride the Honda CBR250RR, while the ST250S class includes entries such as the Honda CBR250R and Kawasaki Ninja250SL. From 2024, the ST250F class, centered around the Kawasaki ZX-25R, has been newly established.
    Additionally, a G310R class is also held using BMW G310R and G310GS vehicles, following the basic specifications of the ST250 class.

  • NEO STANDARD
    CBR/R25/Ninja/G310R/ZX ※2

    Born in 2009 as the New, Enjoy, Original STANDARD, it incorporates the "Entrant Point System," where teams compete in the series rather than individuals, and the "Relay System," allowing up to two participants per race. It is held at SUZUKA CIRCUIT and here at Mobility Resort Motegi. Machines with 4-stroke 250cc twin cylinders or less, which beginners can also enjoy, are classified by vehicle type, ranked, and based on the results of Round 1, there is a path to earn a seed right for the 7-hour endurance road race "Mote tai (Mote endurance)" at Motegi.
    Currently hosting 5 classes: Honda CBR250R, YAMAHA YZF-R25, Kawasaki Ninja250, BMW G310R, and Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R.