Today, we share news that will come as a shock to the motocross community worldwide.
Ken Roczen, one of the most fearless, talented, and resilient riders of our generation, has made the unthinkable decision: he is stepping away from professional racing indefinitely.
This is not a retirement announcement. It’s not a result of injury, contract issues, or personal burnout. It’s something else entirely—something bigger than racing, and perhaps even more important to the future of the sport we all love.
Ken has chosen to pursue a new path—a secret project he has quietly developed over the past year. While details remain tightly under wraps, we can confirm this initiative is aimed at changing the landscape of motocross in a way that’s never been seen before.
This decision did not come lightly. Ken has poured his entire life into racing. From his early days dominating European circuits to becoming a fan favorite in America, his journey has been nothing short of iconic. His comeback stories, his brutal injuries and miraculous recoveries, his effortless style and raw speed—they’ve all written chapters in motocross history.
So why step away now?
According to those close to him, Ken believes the time is right to use his platform, experience, and passion to give back to the sport on a deeper level. While he’s not ready to reveal exactly what’s next, what we can say is this: Ken isn’t walking away—he’s leveling up.
This project is rumored to involve the development of a revolutionary motocross training facility, a youth mentorship program, and possibly a brand-new racing format that blends technology, accessibility, and rider safety. If successful, it could open doors for thousands of aspiring riders and fans who’ve never had access to the sport in a meaningful way.
The goal? To reshape motocross for the next generation.
Yes, we’re shocked. Yes, we’re heartbroken to imagine the starting gate without #94 lined up. But in true Roczen fashion, he’s not leaving because he has nothing left to prove—he’s leaving because there’s still so much more to do.
We know many of you will have questions. Is this the end of Ken Roczen’s racing career? Will we ever see him compete again? For now, even those closest to him can’t say for sure. Ken has always been a warrior on and off the track, and if this new mission ignites the same fire within him that racing did, we can only expect greatness.
In the meantime, let’s remember what he gave us. The 2016 Supercross title run. The comeback from a near-career-ending arm injury. The unbelievable outdoor wins. The grit. The style. The heart.
And now, the courage to walk away—not because he had to, but because he chose to.
So here’s to Ken Roczen—not just the racer, but the visionary. Whatever this secret project becomes, one thing is clear: Ken’s impact on motocross is far from over.
We’ll miss the battles on the track. But we’re ready for what’s next.
Sincerely,
The Motocross Community