REGISTRATION
Registration is LIVE! This event will be limited to 150 teams and will sell out so make sure to get signed up today!
Practice: October 16, 2026
Race: October 17, 2026
This IS an AMA sanctioned event. Riders MUST have an AMA card to race. It will cost riders without an AMA card $20 for a one event pass. You WILL be able to register for an AMA membership onsite at the event.
THE VIBE
You don’t need another normal race on your calendar. You need one that you’ll never forget. The 500 East presented by Michelin returns to Lincoln Trail in Casey, IL, October 16-17, 2026. Practice will take place Friday, Oct 16. The race will be Saturday, Oct 17.
Part off-road, part moto, all fun! An 8-hr and 20 minute (500 total minutes) Fundurance team (or solo for you crazies) event that combines two tamed down moto tracks, a 5+ mile off-road loop, and a hard enduro section (don’t worry, we have a Scaredy Cat Lane), averaging 17 min lap times. This race isn’t about lap times or gate picks. It’s about hanging out with great friends, riding your dirt bike and enjoying some laughs. Grab your buddies and make a decision you can regret together.
WHO CAN RACE?
85/Supermini and up.
EVENT INFO
Date: October 17, 2026
Track: Lincoln Trail Motosports
Event: The 500 East
Sponsors: The 500 would not be possible without the support of Michelin, Moose Offroad, Z1R, Yamaha and Prospect.
Location:
649 Co Rd 2150E
Casey, IL 62420
Contact:
Lincoln Trail: [email protected]
Vurb: [email protected]
Additional Event Info: https://www.ridelincolntrail.com/
Sign Up (Limited to 150 Teams)
Time Zone
Central
We operate on Pacific Time (Mesquite NV)
We operate on Pacific Time (Mesquite NV)
THE COURSE
Part moto, part off-road! The loop will be a unique course with an average lap time of 17 minutes. The loop will include terrain for the average rider along with a tamed down motocross track with no mandatory jumps. Again, this is a vibe race and will be built for all rider disciplines. (Note: If you ain’t jumping, get out of our way, because Team Vurb is coming for gold.)
Below is the track map for 2025 and we expect the course will remain pretty much the same for 2026.
PIT LOCATIONS
Pit Locations: Pits are sold individually and will represent your starting position (New for 2026). For example, all 100 pit locations will start first, followed by the 200 locations, and so on. Want to get a jump on the competition, better be near the front.
Pitting: Riders are not required to pit. If you want to torture yourself with multiple laps, you can skip pit lane.
When pitting, you will ONLY go down your respective pit lane (see map below). Also of note, all pit lanes will be a mandatory 10mph speed limit. Riders breaking the speed limit will be subject to disqualification.
Below is the pit map for 2026. When signing up, you will be required to pick the pit location you want to be at during the race. You cannot change this once on-site. If you want to pit close with your friends or family, we suggest signing up at the same time and picking locations close to one another.
CLASS LIST & COST
Classes are limited, but the fundurance is never ending. Course features: 2 moto tracks, trails and everything in between.
Note: THIS EVENT WILL BE CAPPED AT 150 TEAMS. There are no split payments – the team’s entry fee and any additional costs must be paid in full during online registration. We suggest signing up and then forming your team. Team riders will check in onsite at the event.
4-Person Team — $400
Up to four riders competing as one team.2–3 Person Team — $300
Two or three riders competing as one team.Ironman — $200
One rider competing solo for the entire event. Certified badasses only.All classes are open to 85cc–Open motorcycles unless otherwise specified.
Teams members can ride their own bike or share a bike or bikes. The only rule is you MUST have your transponder attached for each lap or you won’t be properly scored. If pitting and switching bikes, you MUST swap transponders.
All RACERS WILL RECEIVE
– Event Finisher Mug
OTHER COSTS
$25 Transponder Rental Fee Per Team
$10 Extra Transponder Bracket
*Rental includes (1) transponder and (1) bracket
*Only (1) transponder per team is required/allowed
*Cash rentals require a $100 cash deposit in addition to the rental fee. The deposit will be returned when the transponder is returned at the end of the event.
(Cash Price/Convenience Fee for Card)
Event Admission
All Riders | Spectators 5 Yrs and Up
Thursday-Sunday: $20
Saturday After 2pm: $5
Facility Permit
$30/Event
RV & Trailer Parking (Overnight)
Select your spot when you arrive.
500 East Friday Moto Practice
Friday moto practice with limited access to the entire course. 10am-2pm. PRICING IS PER RIDER.
- P1. Friday Practice – $40
85cc-Open. Moto practices: 10am-2pm. Full course practice: 1pm-2pm.
THE SCHEDULE
