Round three of the 2016 Motul MX Nationals is set to take place on the iconic Broadford circuit, this year’s event will mark the final visit to the Victorian track after over 10 years on the schedule.

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Form

Our picks:
Dean Ferris (MX1) – The Broadford circuit should suit Ferris with his MXGP background and smooth riding style. Combine that with his added confidence coming off the Appin round win and he will be very strong.

Caleb Ward (MX2) – The KTM Motocross Racing Team rider has captured both the Horsham and Appin overall victories already, and although the MX2 category is stacked with talent, it’s hard to look past Ward for another win – he’s looking really good in 2016.

Next best:
Kirk Gibbs (MX1) – The defending champion, aboard his KTM Motocross Racing KTM 450 SX-F, has been right there in the mix of things all season. He’s super smooth, smart and fast, he’ll be right there battling for the win.

Jake Moss (MX2) – The National Pump Monster Energy Kawasaki rider had a tough round at Appin and he’ll be eager to bounce back in Broadford. He’s proven he has the speed on the smaller bike, it’s only a matter of time before he puts it all together.

Outside chances:
Matt Moss (MX1) – If Moss has managed to deal with the reported health issues he was dealing with at Appin, he’s obviously a strong pick to be right there battling for the overall with the likes of Ferris, Gibbs, Waters and more.

Nathan Crawford (MX2) – Crawford has been strong in the opening rounds and currently sits second overall in the championship. He’s a serious contender in 2016 and definitely a rider to keep your eyes on this weekend.

Watch for:
MX1 – Dylan Long, Brett Metcalfe, Dan Reardon, Kade Mosig, Jay Wilson

MX2 – Wade Hunter, Jed Beaton, Luke Arbon, Kale Makeham, Wilson Todd

Rider lists

MX1:
1 Kirk Gibbs
6 Jay Wilson
8 Kade Mosig
15 Luke Wilson
23 Kurt Wightman
24 Brett Metcalfe
34 Daniel Banks
37 Jacob Wright
47 Todd Waters
70 Lawson Bopping
102 Matt Moss
108 Brodie Sims
111 Dean Ferris
116 Joey Merrylees
117 Dylan Long
122 Daniel Reardon
134 Jayson Tough
222 Michael Menchi
264 Izak Maule
414 Jesse Dobson
587 Reg Friend

MX2:
2 Wilson Todd
3 Jayden Rykers
6 Jake Moss
9 Kale Makeham
11 Ricky Latimer
12 Jed Beaton
17 Caleb Ward
23 Wade Hunter
25 Bailey Coxon
30 Joel Wightman
44 Brock McLeary
48 Russell Scoble
52 James Alen
54 Luke Arbon
61 Elias Dukes
64 Dylan Wills
66 Meghan Rutledge
80 Mathew McEntee
83 Joel Green
86 Richie Evans
96 Kyle Webster
100 Allister Kent
103 Stephen Krop
107 Darren Schenk
117 Kurt Gow
132 Brandon Johnson
151 Nick Sutherland
153 Hamish Harwood
199 Nathan Crawford
208 Josh Adams
249 Jedidiah Cornthwaite
265 Jamie Harvey
306 Geoffrey Chalmers
430 Dean Porter

MXD:
5 Wade Kirkland
7 Connor Tierney
16 Kaleb Barham
17 Cooper Pozniak
21 Tyler McCoy
22 Angus Gelly
32 Travis Silk
43 Mitchell Evans
46 Hugh McKay
57 Wyatt Fogarty
74 Travis Tough
88 Jordan Hill
94 Levi McManus
105 Jackson Coulson
116 Sam Pelz
121 Tyler Bullen
127 Cory Watts
168 Zhane Dunlop
195 Justin Hart
198 Luke Abela
237 Zak Small
311 Ryan Kenney
320 Jack Mentha
417 Jake Pfeiffer
500 Jimmy Griffin
602 Lochie Latimer

Circuit location

State Motorcycle Complex
260 Strath Creek Road, Broadford, VIC

Event entry

Adults $30.00
Kids 5 to 15 $20.00
Family 2 Adults and 2 kids (5 to 15) $70.00

Event schedule

8:30am-8:55am Motul MX2 P/Q
9:00am-9:25am Pirelli MXD P/Q
9:30am-9:50am Feature Class P/Q
10:00am-10:30am Thor MX1 P/Q
10:30am-10:40am GoPro Super Pole
10.40am Official Opening
10.45am-11:20am Motul MX2 Moto 1
11:25am-11:50am Pirelli MXD Moto 1
12:05pm-12:40pm Thor MX1 Moto 1
12:40pm-1:25pm Lunch
1:25pm-1:45pm Feature Class Moto 1
1:55pm-2:25pm Motul MX2 Moto 2
2:35pm-3:15pm Thor MX1 Moto 2
3.20pm-3:45pm Pirelli MXD Moto 2
3:50pm-4:10pm Feature Class Moto 2

Live streaming:

Livestreaming via series partner NRGTV will be available to view on Sunday via MotoOnline.com.au to compliment our website and social media coverage at each and every round of the 2016 season.

Event program:

2016 Motul MX Nationals calendar:
Rd1 – 3 April – Horsham, VIC
Rd2 – 17 April – Appin, NSW
Rd3 – 1 May – Broadford, VIC
Rd4 – 22 May – Murray Bridge, SA
Rd5 – 29 May – Wanneroo, WA
Rd6 – 3 July – Nowra, NSW
Rd7 – 17 July – Conondale, QLD
Rd8 – 31 July – Shepparton, VIC
Rd9 – 21 August – Toowoomba, QLD
Rd10 – 28 August – Coolum, QLD

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