Salt Lake City’s Supercross finale marked the end of Husqvarna/Rockstar’s SX team. From 2027 onward, the brand will transition away from operating an in-house factory racing team and instead, support independent teams and riders with factory level materials and technical expertise for the SMX series. According to the official announcement: “This evolution ensures the brand’s presence in racing at the highest level, while repositioning its focus on the brand’s heritage and wider riding community.”
For 2027, Husqvarna Mobility plans to further differentiate and broadly support the venerated brand’s place within the motorcycle industry – spanning its extensive Motocross, Enduro, Travel, Naked, Supermoto and Electric model lineup.
As part of this transition point and strategic evolution, Husqvarna will develop an engine leasing program in North America within professional racing. Building on an existing structure, the program will make factory level engines and suspension components available for select teams and riders through a leasing model. The program allows the brand to remain active within SMX into the future, continuing to connect with the Husqvarna fanbase at the races and reinforcing the manufacturer’s ongoing commitment to motorsport.
