Beta USA Signed Gage Linville to Two-Year Deal
The 23-year-old rider joins the Liqui Moly Beta Race Team to compete in the upcoming 250SX supercross season.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Motorsports
Beta USA has signed professional rider Gage Linville to a two-year contract. Linville will join Derek Kelley on the Liqui Moly Beta Race Team to compete in the 250SX class.
Why it matters
The team manager highlighted Linvilles speed, toughness, and work ethic as key drivers for the signing. His addition strengthens the factory effort focused on the development of the RX 250F platform.
Gage Linville, who turned professional in 2022, will now pilot the Beta RX 250F for the Liqui Moly Beta Race Team. The 23-year-old from Lake Park, Georgia, will begin testing and development work with the team immediately.
The players
Gage Linville
He is a 23-year-old professional supercross rider originally from Lake Park, Georgia.
Beta USA
It is the American arm of the Italian motorcycle manufacturer known for producing off-road and enduro racing bikes.
Derek Kelley
He is an established professional supercross rider serving as the teammate to Linville on the Liqui Moly Beta Race Team.
The details
Linville joins teammate Derek Kelley as part of the factory team initiative. The team aims to utilize his skills to further refine the RX 250F machine ahead of the upcoming Monster Energy AMA Supercross season.
Timeline
Gage Linville turned professional in 2022.
The 2027 season marks the inaugural 250SX year for the team.
Roadmap
This signing signals an aggressive push by the manufacturer to establish a footprint in the 250SX category using the Beta RX 250F. By securing a multi-year partnership, the team positions itself to challenge established brands through consistent bike development and rider continuity.
The addition of Linville solidifies the two-rider roster for the upcoming season, establishing the team's primary focus for the 250SX class. This move sets the stage for the team to utilize two full-time riders to gather more data for their bike development program.
The takeaway
Multi-year contracts in supercross provide riders with the stability needed to focus on machine development rather than annual contract renewals. This partnership highlights the importance of matching rider profiles to specific bike platforms to gain a competitive edge.
Further reading
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