- This is the forty-second running of the Red Bull RedBud National.
- RedBud is the site of one of the most iconic obstacles in American Motocross. LaRocco's Leap, named for Hall of Famer and local hero Mike LaRocco, is a 120-foot uphill triple jump that has been around for more than two decades.
- RedBud has hosted a national surrounding the Independence Day holiday weekend since 1978.
- This will be the sixth time the event has been held on the Fourth of July. Past years include 1982, 1992, 1999, 2004 and most recently 2009.
- Only five foreign-born riders have won (in either 250 or 450 Class) at RedBud - Chad Reed (450 Class), Sebastien Tortelli (450 Class), Ken Roczen (450 Class & 250 Class), Grant Langston (250 Class) and Stephane Roncada (250 Class). Ken Roczen is the only one to do so in each class.
- Justin Barcia became the sixty-fourth different 450 Class winner in history with his victory at the previous round. He also has the most Motosport.com Holeshot Awards in 2015 with four.
- The Joe Gibbs Racing MX team earned its first Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship overall win at RedBud in 2009 with Josh Grant. Barcia provided the team with just its second ever victory at the previous round, one week shy of exactly six-years between wins.
- Ryan Dungey's twelfth in moto two at the previous round was the first time he finished outside the top ten this season and the first time he failed to finish on the overall podium in 2015.
- With four different overall winners through the first six rounds, the 2015 season in the 450 Class has seen the most parity up to this point since five riders claimed victories during the first half of the 2009 season.
- Seven different riders have earned overall podium finishes in the 450 Class so far this season. Christophe Pourcel joined this group at the previous round.
- Nine different riders have earned overall podium finishes in the 250 Class so far this season. Alex Martin and Joey Savatgy joined this group at the previous round.
- Alex Martin became the first inaugural moto winner this season, breaking Marvin Musquin and Jeremy Martin's dominance of winning the first ten motos of the season.
- Jeremy Martin is the only rider in the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship to finish inside the top ten in every moto this season, yet he trails Musquin by 10 points thanks to Musquin's series-leading seven moto wins.
450 Class Stats
- The first Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship race held at RedBud was July 28, 1974. Kenny Zahrt won on a Bultaco, marking the last Pro Motocross win for that manufacturer. Michigan native Mike Hartwig won the 500cc division the same year.
- This marks the thirty-fifth time the gate will drop on a 450 Class race at RedBud.
- Marty Tripes won his last Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship race at RedBud in 1979.
- Jeff Ward won at RedBud in every division of his era, on 125cc, 250cc, and 500cc bikes.
- Jeff Stanton is the only Michigan native to win a 450 Class overall at RedBud. Mike Hartwig is the only Michigan native to win in the 500cc division.
- Ricky Carmichael captured seven consecutive wins in the 450 Class at RedBud on three different brands of motorcycles - Kawasaki, Honda and Suzuki.
- Only five riders in the 450 Class have more than one win at RedBud - Ryan Dungey, Ricky Carmichael, Jeff Emig, Mike Kiedrowski and Rick Johnson.
- Each of Dungey's wins at RedBud came during his championship-winning seasons in 2010 and 2012.
- Last year Ken Roczen became just the third international rider to win in the 450 Class at RedBud.
- Roczen became the eighth rider to win in both the 250 and 450 Classes at RedBud with his victory in 2014. The other riders include Ryan Villopoto, James Stewart, Ricky Carmichael, Kevin Windham, Jeff Emig, Mike Kiedrowski, and Jeff Ward. Blake Baggett can add his name to that list after earning two wins in the 250 Class at RedBud.
- Roczen could become the first repeat winner in the 450 Class at RedBud since 2007 (Ricky Carmichael).
Wins by brand at RedBud
Honda - 11
Kawasaki - 9
Suzuki - 6
Yamaha - 5
KTM - 2
Bultaco - 1
Last win by brand at RedBud
KTM - 2014
Kawasaki - 2013
Honda - 2011
Suzuki - 2010
Yamaha - 2009
First time winners at RedBud
Kenny Zahrt, 1974 - Bultaco
Steve Wise, 1980 - Honda
Mike Kiedrowski, 1992 - Kawasaki
Josh Grant, 2009 - Yamaha
Riders to win at RedBud in both classes
Ricky Carmichael
Jeff Emig
Mike Kiedrowski
Ken Roczen
James Stewart
Ryan Villopoto
Jeff Ward
Brand Sweeps at RedBud
Kawasaki; James Stewart and Ryan Villopoto - 2008
Kawasaki; Jeff Emig and Ricky Carmichael - 1998
Yamaha; John Dowd and Kevin Windham - 1997
Honda; Jeremy McGrath and Steve Lamson - 1995
Honda; Jeff Stanton and George Holland - 1989
Honda; Rick Johnson and Ron Lechien - 1985
Honda; David Bailey and Johnny O'Mara - 1983
250 Class Stats
- The first 250 Class race held at RedBud was May 23, 1976. Bob Hannah won on a Yamaha.
- This race marks the thirty-sixth time the gate will drop at RedBud for a 250 Class race.
- Just eight riders in the 250 Class have more than one win at RedBud - Blake Baggett, Ryan Villopoto, James Stewart, Ricky Carmichael, Jeff Emig, Micky Dymond, and Mark Barnett.
- Jeremy Martin can make it back-to-back wins following his 250 Class victory in 2014 and can add his name to the list of multi-time RedBud winners.
- Ryan Villopoto and Jeff Emig are the only two riders to win three races in a row at RedBud.
- Roczen's 2013 victory on a KTM was the brand's first 250 Class win at RedBud.
- In 2014, Jeremy Martin gave Yamaha its first 250 Class victory at RedBud in a decade.
Wins by brand at RedBud
Kawasaki - 12
Honda - 9
Yamaha - 9
Suzuki - 3
KTM - 1
Last win by brand at RedBud
Yamaha - 2014
KTM - 2013
Kawasaki - 2012
Honda - 2010
Suzuki - 1990
First time winners at RedBud
Jeff Emig, 1992 - Yamaha
Trey Canard, 2010 - Honda
2015 Current Stats
After Round 6 of 12
Current 450 Class Championship Standings
- Ryan Dungey, Belle Plaine, Minn., KTM, 256
- Ken Roczen, Germany, Suzuki, 219
- Justin Barcia, Monroe, N.Y., Yamaha, 193
- Blake Baggett, Grand Terrace, Calif., Suzuki, 185
- Jason Anderson, Edgewood, N.M., Husqvarna, 178
- Broc Tickle, Holly, Mich., Suzuki, 158
- Christophe Pourcel, France, Husqvarna, 157
- Weston Peick, Wildomar, Calif., Yamaha, 140
- Phil Nicoletti, Cohocton, N.Y., Yamaha, 132
- Eli Tomac, Cortez, Colo., Honda, 125
Overall Wins
Eli Tomac - 2
Ryan Dungey - 2
Justin Barcia - 1
Ken Roczen - 1
Moto Wins
Eli Tomac - 5
Ryan Dungey - 4
Ken Roczen - 2
Justin Barcia - 1
Overall Wins by Brand
Honda - 2
KTM - 2
Suzuki - 1
Yamaha - 1
Laps led (total)
Eli Tomac - 76
Ryan Dungey - 53
Ken Roczen - 44
Justin Barcia - 18
Phil Nicoletti - 3
Christophe Pourcel - 2
Total: 196
Motosport.com Holeshot Award Winners (total)
Justin Barcia - 4
Ryan Dungey - 3
Eli Tomac - 2
Christophe Pourcel - 1
Ken Roczen - 1
Cole Seely - 1
Current 250 Class Championship Standings
- Marvin Musquin, France, KTM, 258
- Jeremy Martin, Millville, Minn., Yamaha, 248
- Adam Cianciarulo, Port Orange, Fla., Kawasaki, 178
- Joey Savatgy, Thomasville, Ga., Kawasaki, 173
- Zach Osborne, Abingdon, Va., Husqvarna, 165
- Jessy Nelson, Paso Robles, Calif., KTM, 164
- Alex Martin, Millville, Minn., Yamaha, 154
- Matt Bisceglia, Tualatin, Ore., Honda, 124
- Shane McElrath, Canton, N.C., KTM, 121
- Aaron Plessinger, Hamilton, Ohio, Yamaha, 118
Overall Wins
Jeremy Martin - 3
Marvin Musquin - 3
Moto Wins
Marvin Musquin - 7
Jeremy Martin - 4
Alex Martin - 1
Overall Wins by Brand
KTM - 3
Yamaha - 3
Laps Led (total)
Marvin Musquin - 96
Jeremy Martin - 61
Alex Martin - 14
Aaron Plessinger - 7
Jessy Nelson - 6
Adam Cianciarulo - 9
Justin Bogle - 1
Zach Osborne - 1
RJ Hampshire - 1
Total: 196
Motosport.com Holeshot Award Winners (total)
Marvin Musquin - 3
Jeremy Martin - 2
Jessy Nelson - 2
Matt Bisceglia - 1
Justin Bogle - 1
Zach Osborne - 1
Adam Cianciarulo - 1
Justin Starling - 1
Past Winners
REDBUD
Buchanan, Mich.
450 Class
Date / Winner, Hometown / Brand
July 5, 2014 / Ken Roczen, Germany / KTM
July 6, 2013 / Ryan Villopoto, Poulsbo, WA / KAW
July 7, 2012 / Ryan Dungey, Belle Plaine, MN / KTM
July 2, 2011 / Chad Reed, Australia / Honda
July 3, 2010 / Ryan Dungey, Belle Plaine, MN / Suzuki
July 4, 2009 / Josh Grant, Riverside, CA / Yamaha
July 6, 2008 / James Stewart, Haines City, FL / Kawasaki
July 1, 2007 / Ricky Carmichael, Havana, FL / Suzuki
July 2, 2006 / Ricky Carmichael, Havana, FL / Suzuki
July 3, 2005 / Ricky Carmichael, Havana, FL / Suzuki
July 4, 2004 / Ricky Carmichael, Havana, FL / Honda
July 6, 2003 / Ricky Carmichael, Havana, FL / Honda
July 7, 2002 / Ricky Carmichael, Havana, FL / Honda
July 1, 2001 / Ricky Carmichael, Havana, FL / Kawasaki
July 2, 2000 / Sebastien Tortelli, France / Honda
July 4, 1999 / Kevin Windham, Ethel, LA / Honda
July 5, 1998 / Jeff Emig, Riverside, CA / Kawasaki
July 6, 1997 / John Dowd, Chicopee, MA / Yamaha
July 7, 1996 / Jeff Emig, Riverside, CA / Kawasaki
July 2, 1995 / Jeremy McGrath, Murrieta, CA / Honda
July 3, 1994 / Mike Kiedrowski, Canyon Country, CA / Kawasaki
July 4, 1993 / Mike Kiedrowski, Canyon Country, CA / Kawasaki
July 5, 1992 / Mike Kiedrowski, Canyon Country, CA / Kawasaki
July 7, 1991 / Damon Bradshaw, Mooresville, NC / Yamaha
July 8, 1990 / Jeff Ward, San Juan Capistrano, CA / Kawasaki
July 2, 1989 / Jeff Stanton, Sherwood, MI / Honda
July 7, 1985 / Rick Johnson, El Cajon, CA / Honda
July 1, 1984 / Rick Johnson, El Cajon, CA / Yamaha
July 3, 1983 / David Bailey, Axton, VA / Honda
June 1, 1980 / Steve Wise, Pharr, TX / Honda
July 1, 1979 / Marty Tripes, Santee, TX / Honda
July 2, 1978 / Kent Howerton, San Antonio, TX / Suzuki
May 22, 1977 / Tony DiStefano, Morrisville, PA / Suzuki
April 28, 1974 / Ken Zahrt, Woodland Hills, CA / Bultaco
250 Class
Date / Winner, Hometown / Brand
July 5, 2014 / Jeremy Martin, Millville, MN / Yamaha
July 6, 2013 / Ken Roczen, Germany / KTM
July 7, 2012 / Blake Baggett, Grand Terrance, Calif. / Kawasaki
July 2, 2011 / Blake Baggett, Grand Terrace, Calif. / Kawasaki
July 3, 2010 / Trey Canard, Shawnee, OK / Honda
July 4, 2009 / Jake Weimer, Rupert, ID / Kawasaki
July 6, 2008 / Ryan Villopoto, Poulsbo, WA / Kawasaki
July 1, 2007 / Ryan Villopoto, Poulsbo, WA / Kawasaki
July 2, 2006 / Ryan Villopoto, Poulsbo, WA / Kawasaki
July 3, 2005 / Grant Langston, South Africa / Kawasaki
July 4, 2004 / Michael Brown, Johnson City, TN / Yamaha
July 6, 2003 / James Stewart, Haines City, FL / Kawasaki
July 7, 2002 / James Stewart, Haines City, FL / Kawasaki
July 1, 2001 / Larry Ward, Florence, SD / Yamaha
July 2, 2000 / Stephane Roncada, France / Yamaha
July 4, 1999 / Ricky Carmichael, Havana, FL / Kawasaki
July 5, 1998 / Ricky Carmichael, Havana, FL / Kawasaki
July 6, 1997 / Kevin Windham, Baton Rouge, LA / Yamaha
July 7, 1996 / Steve Lamson, Pollock Pines, CA / Honda
July 2, 1995 / Steve Lamson, Pollock Pines, CA / Honda
July 3, 1994 / Jeff Emig, Riverside, CA / Yamaha
July 4, 1993 / Jeff Emig, Highland Ranch, CA / Yamaha
July 5, 1992 / Jeff Emig, Highland Ranch, CA / Yamaha
July 7, 1991 / Mike Kiedrowski, Canyon Country, CA / Kawasaki
July 8, 1990 / Guy Cooper, Stillwater, OK / Suzuki
July 2, 1989 / George Holland, Kerman, CA / Honda
July 3, 1988 / Guy Cooper, Stillwater, OK / Honda
July 5, 1987 / Micky Dymond, Yorba Linda, CA / Honda
July 6, 1986 / Micky Dymond, Yorba Linda, CA / Honda
July 7, 1985 / Ron Lechien, El Cajon, CA / Honda
July 1, 1984 / Jeff Ward, Mission Viejo, CA / Kawasaki
July 3, 1983 / Johnny O'Mara, Simi Valley, CA / Honda
July 4, 1982 / Mark Barnett, Bridgeview, IL / Suzuki
July 5, 1981 / Mark Barnett, Bridgeview, IL / Suzuki
May 23, 1976 / Bob Hannah, Whittier, CA / Yamaha
500cc Motocross
Date / Winner, Hometown / Brand
July 3, 1988 / Jeff Ward, Mission Viejo, CA / Kawasaki
July 5, 1987 / Rick Johnson, El Cajon, CA / Honda
July 6, 1986 / Rick Johnson, El Cajon, CA / Honda
July 7, 1985 / Broc Glover, El Cajon, CA / Yamaha
July 1, 1984 / David Bailey, Axton, VA / Honda
July 3, 1983 / Broc Glover, El Cajon, CA / Yamaha
July 4, 1982 / Danny Chandler, Foresthill, CA / Honda
July 5, 1981 / Chuck Sun, Sherwood, OR / Honda
June 1, 1980 / Denny Swartz, Marietta, OH / Maico
July 1, 1979 / Danny LaPorte, Yucca Valley, CA / Suzuki
July 2, 1978 / Rick Burgett, Sandy, OR / Yamaha
April 28, 1974 / Mike Hartwig, Hadley, MI / Yamaha
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