Words and images courtesy Toyota Redlands BarX Yamaha

Toyota Redlands BarX Yamaha has formally introduced its 2026 race team with a photo shoot set in the scenic backdrop of Southern California. The SMX World Championship lineup of #40 Parker Ross, #42 Dilan Schwartz, #43 Lux Turner, #98 Derek Drake, and #154 Leo Tucker, were joined by SMX Next riders #14 Nathan Abbott and #343 Cole Timboe. The team will once again be managed by former pro Bradley Taft and welcomes the continued support of an esteemed collection of partners including Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, Toyota of Redlands, Tucker Freight Lines, FLY Racing & Western Power Sports Inc., FMF Racing, Twisted Development Racing, MotoSport, and VP Racing Fuels, as well as Dunlop Motorcycle Tires and Mika Metals. Additionally, the team welcomes a new partner in electric dirtbike manufacturer Tork USA.

Riders

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#40 Parker Ross // Herald, CA
#42 Dilan Schwartz // Alpine, CA
#43 Lux Turner // Gardnerville, NV
#98 Derek Drake // San Luis Obispo, CA
#154 Leo Tucker // Dubuque, IA

SMX Next Riders

#14 Nathan Abbott // Simi Valley, CA
#343 Cole Timboe // Calimesa, CA