Speaking of SEMA, the 2026 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition will debut a new element – a dedicated Motorcycle category, expanding the competition to include some of the finest custom two-wheeled vehicles in America. This new 2026 SEMA Battle of the Builders: Bike Builder Shootout will take place on the opening day of the 2026 SEMA Show, Tuesday, November 3, live at the Battle of the Builders Stage in Central Hall. Entries will be evaluated separately by motorcycle industry judges based on craftsmanship, design innovation, and overall execution, with the Top 10 finalists serving as judges to determine the Top 3 category winners and the overall SEMA Battle of the Builders: Bike Builder Shootout champion.
In addition to the Bike Builder Champion honors, Builders aged 29 and younger can also enter the BFGoodrich Young Guns category, which continues to provide emerging talent with increased visibility and opportunities to compete alongside some of the industry’s most respected names.
Eligible Young Guns entrants may also be selected to participate in virtual Golden Ticket competitions. Winners receive prize packages that can include vehicle transportation to Las Vegas, hotel accommodations and travel assistance. If you have already secured a spot on the 2026 SEMA Show floor for your build, enter the “golden ticket” draw.However time is running out if you haven’t signed up for the show. Enter the 2026 SEMA Battle of the Builders Presented by Mothers before October 16, 2026:
