The 2026 postseason will features visits to three new cities and venues with Columbus, Ohio's Historic Crew Stadium, Carson, California's Dignity Health Sports Park, and Ridgedale, Missouri's Thunder Ridge Nature Arena.
Following a breakthrough season that saw him become the sport's first Japanese champion, Shimoda will continue with Honda HRC Progressive for the 2026 season and beyond.
The American Motorcyclist Association announced the professional competition numbers for the pro-licensed riders participating in the 2026 SMX World Championship.