Royal Enfield’s Build.Train.Race. returns to MotoAmerica for 2026

All‑woman series fields 10 riders across four MotoAmerica rounds

By Sarah Schilke, photos provided by Royal Enfield and MotoAmerica
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Royal Enfield returns with Build.Train.Race. for 2026

Build.Train.Race. returns as one of the clearest pathways from grassroots into national road racing for women. Watch the series at MotoAmerica rounds this spring and summer to see emerging talent ride matched Royal Enfields in close, competitive racing.

The all‑female road‑racing series runs eight races over four MotoAmerica rounds. Ten riders will build and race their Continental GT 650s and get pro coaching.

 

Build.train.race team 2026
The 2026 Build.Train.Race grid includes six newly selected riders and four returners from 2025. Each rider transforms a stock Continental GT 650 to race spec. Mods include Royal Enfield bodywork plus upgraded suspension, brakes, and exhaust. Riders also receive pro coaching from Freddie Spencer’s team.

The Build.Train.Race Program

BTR keeps the focus on road racing rider talent by using equal machinery. That levels the playing field and accelerates development. For women who want a route into national road racing, the program provides technical training, seat time, and exposure to teams and sponsors.

Coaching comes from experienced pros, led by Freddie Spencer’s crew. That covers both on‑bike skills and race technical knowledge. MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland highlights the program as a fan favorite that opens doors for women who might not otherwise reach the grid.

Riders will run race‑spec mods and professional setup. Any competitor or team planning participation confirms technical regulations, homologation rules, and safety requirements with MotoAmerica and Royal Enfield before making modifications.

 

Kira Knebel crosses the finish line at VIR to clinch the 2025 BTR title. BTR riders will return to MotoAmerica tracks in 2026 on race‑spec Royal Enfield Continental GT 650s. (Photo: Brian J. Nelson)
Kira Knebel crosses the finish line at VIR to clinch the 2025 BTR title. BTR riders will return to MotoAmerica tracks in 2026 on race‑spec Royal Enfield Continental GT 650s. (Photo: Brian J. Nelson)

Where to Watch

The four-round 2026 BTR Championship will begin at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta (April 17-19), followed by Road America (May 29-31), The Ridge Motorsports Park (June 26-28), and it concludes at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (July 31- Aug. 2).
The four-round 2026 BTR Championship will begin at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta (April 17-19), followed by Road America (May 29-31), The Ridge Motorsports Park (June 26-28), and it concludes at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (July 31- Aug. 2).

Why We Love Build.Train.Race

In light of Kayla Yaakov's recent first-woman-to-podium win at Daytona, we love this program that helps women start from scratch and rise to the win. It’s pure racing with support for this emerging demographic. Ten women build identical Royal Enfields, learn the craft, and duke it out on equal footing. Talent, not gear, decides the result. The program blends hands‑on engineering, pro coaching, and raw track time to fast‑track road racing careers and spotlight women riders in front of national crowds. Cheer, learn, and get inspired — you go girls!

 

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