Zach Osborne to Race Final Three Pro Motocross Rounds with Beta
On this afternoon's Fly Racing Moto: 60 Show, Zach Osborne has confirmed he will race the final three rounds of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, starting with this weekend's Unadilla National.
After picking up two titles at the Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch (Junior 25+ and Open Pro Sport), the Beta brand ambassador has confirmed he will race the final three rounds of Pro Motocross.
Osborne, who last raced Pro Motocross at the Thunder Valley National on June 5, 2021, before announcing his retirement in the fall several months later, will compete on a #168 Beta 450 RX.
The 2020 450 Class AMA Pro Motocross Champion noted he is not in a position to commit to a full Pro Motocross circuit but said, “Three of my favorite tracks anywhere... it just kinda of all lined up.”
Osborne said he is 36 years old and “15 pounds over fighting weight” but is going to do his best to test the bike in Pro Motocross race environments.
“My only real goal is to be top ten in qualifying,” Osborne said to host Steve Matthes. “In the motos, I really don’t know. …I just hope I’m not getting my teeth kicked in. I’m going there to learn about our bike, our team, learn how we can be better on race day.”
Osborne will continue to work with Beta brand ambassador through 2028.
So, what is a realistic overall finish for Osborne this weekend?
Zach Osborne's 2021 Pro Motocross Results in Final Season
| Position | Race | Class | Date | Bike |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Motocross Thunder Valley | 450 | June 5, 2021 | Husqvarna FC 450 |
| 10 | Motocross Fox Raceway 1 | 450 | May 29, 2021 | Husqvarna FC 450 |
Here is the official announcement from Beta USA:
Zach Osborne to Compete at Final Three Pro MX Rounds
Beta USA is thrilled to officially announce that Zach Osborne will be returning to the AMA Pro Motocross Championship to compete in the final three rounds of the 2026 season. After an almost five-year hiatus from professional racing, Osborne will line up at Unadilla MX, Budds Creek, and Ironman Raceway aboard his Liqui Moly Beta Factory Racing RX 450F.
Osborne brings an impressive list of career accolades to the starting gate, highlighted by his 2020 AMA 450MX National Championship. His resume also includes the 2017 AMA 250MX Championship and back-to-back 250SX East Championships in 2017 and 2018. Osborne's return to the professional ranks follows a highly successful trip back to his roots at the Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn's, where he recently secured a championship victory and reignited his competitive fire.
With the momentum from his recent success at the Ranch, the team is excited to carry that energy directly into the Pro Motocross paddock.
“Zacho is Back! After a great week at Loretta Lynn's, Zach was feeling comfortable and having fun," said Race Team Director Carlen Gardner. "We are already loaded up, so let's keep the ball rolling. There is no pressure, no points chase. Just simply the opportunity for a rider to go enjoy the weekend riding his dirt bike and hanging out with the pro motocross fans. Can't wait to see how he stacks up on his RX 450F."
For Osborne, this three-race stint is all about getting back behind the gate at the pro level on the RX 450F, sharing the experience with dedicated fans, and having some fun in the process.
"I’m excited at the opportunity for a short return to pro motocross," Osborne stated. "A huge thanks to Tim and Carlen for the opportunity to race again at the top level on a factory bike. I have no expectations for results, but I want to go there and enjoy my time in that setting, learn more about our bike and what we can improve on, and be an ambassador for Liqui Moly Beta Factory Racing and all of our partners. It’s a unique opportunity with the team doing outdoors this year, and the timing just worked out! Let’s have some fun!”
The final stretch of the season kicks off tomorrow, August 15, at the legendary Unadilla MX in New Berlin, New York.
