What to Expect at the 500 East at Lincoln Trail

The Michelin Vurbmoto 500 East returns to Lincoln Trail Oct 16-17 for an 8hr + 20min Fundurance team event. Made for washed up dirt bikers, off-road warriors and anyone in-between, the 500 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.

Registration is NOW open and it is more important than ever to get signed up early this year. New for 2026, where you pit is where you start. In simple terms: the 100s go first, then the 200s, 300s and so on. So, if you sign up for Pit Spot 101, you will be on the front row. Wait too long and sign up for Pit Spot 901, well, you and team Vurb (defending champions we might add) will be enjoying nothing but clean air on the first lap.

We have a lot more fun activities + prizes and announcements in the coming weeks, so make sure to follow everything: @vurbmoto + @vurbmoto_prospect and @ridelincolntrail on social.

The 500 would not be possible without the support of Michelin, Moose Offroad, Z1R, Yamaha and Prospect.

WHAT WILL THE COURSE BE LIKE…

We expect the course to remain relatively the same for 2026. Sure, there will be some changes. We hope to expand parts of the trail, but there will still be two motocross tracks combined with 5-6 miles of off-road. Want a course preview? Then check out BA Enduro’s POV from the 2025 event. He uploaded more than 5 hours to YouTube!

WHAT IS THIS RACE + WHO CAN RACE

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.

Age limit: 85/Supermini and up. (12yrs and older). Spots are limited, but the fundurance is never ending.

Who is this event for? Everyone. From the washed up riders like Jace and ourselves to the weekend warrior to accomplished off-road and GNCC racers, everyone will have a good time. This event is meant to be fun, that is all that matters. Good times, dirtbikes and good friends is what The 500 East is all about.

THIS EVENT WILL BE CAPPED AND WILL SELL OUT. 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.

Team Limit: We are limiting the event to 150 teams.

Cost breakdown:

Solo: $200

2 Rider Team: $300

3 Rider Team: $300

4 Rider Team: $400

CLASS LIST

We have simplified the class list for 2026. They are as follows:

Ironman (Solo)

2 Rider Teams

3 Rider Teams

4 Rider Teams

In simple terms: If you sign up for a 2 rider team, you will be competing against other 2 rider teams for the class win, no matter if your combined team age is 40000 or 100. There will also be an overall team or solo rider winner.

OTHER THINGS OF NOTE

Friday, Oct 16: Practice/riders meeting.

Saturday, Oct 17: Racing, followed by a live band and more.

Stay tuned for full schedule.

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.ONE TRANSPONDER PER TEAM.

AMA MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED for insurance purposes. If you do not have a current AMA membership, you can purchase a one event pass at the event.

MINORS: MINOR RIDERS must have an AMA Minor Release form if BOTH parents will not be on-site at the event. All minors must have a parent or legal guardian on-site. Click Here for Minor Release.