The Trial World Championship was born in England over 100 years ago. Since then, it has continued to develop as a place to test the limits of riders, along with the improvement of bike performance.

The riders' amazing sense of balance and technique is like watching a dance. The greatest appeal of the Trial World Championship is being able to see them in person.

In addition, the international competition scene created by riders from around the world brings a unique atmosphere that can only be found in the World Championship.

The stage of the trial competition is the scoring section called a "section." At the TrialGP of Japan, a total of 12 sections are set up, and riders complete two laps in order from the 1st section. Rankings are determined by the order of fewest point deductions, so each rider carefully clears obstacles while avoiding point deductions.

The main actions that will result in point deductions are touching the ground, passing through gate markers incorrectly, and exceeding the time limit. When watching the All Japan Trial, paying attention to how riders overcome obstacles without receiving point deductions will make the experience even more enjoyable.

In 2025, while the "stop rule" allowing stops and backward movements will continue to be adopted as in the previous year, the time limit for one section has been shortened from within 1 minute 30 seconds to within 1 minute. Therefore, Riders will be required to have more precise techniques and quicker judgment.

In trials, traditionally, sections utilizing natural terrain have been set up, but in recent years, artificial sections have also increased in order to adjust difficulty and ensure safety.

At the Grand Prix of Japan held at Mobility Resort Motegi, numerous sections have been carefully designed to highlight the riders' skills while fully considering environmental protection and respect for nature.

One way to enjoy the All Japan Trial is to imagine yourself as a rider and think about how to clear each section.

The machines used in trials have a major characteristic of being designed with minimal waste compared to regular bikes. For example, the fuel tank is of the minimum necessary size and there is not even a seat for the rider to sit on.

In addition, the tires are made of a very soft material with a rubber-like texture, providing excellent grip on various road surfaces. The tire pressure is also set lower than that of a typical motorcycle.

From 2021, not only internal combustion engines (gasoline engines), but also machines equipped with electric motors will be allowed to participate, and machines will be updated to suit the times.

One of the attractions of the Trial World Championship is that talented riders of all nationalities and genders participate. Among them, here are the riders to watch at the TrialGP of Japan!

The greatest appeal of the Grand Prix of Japan held at Mobility Resort MOTEGI is being able to watch the intense battles up close amidst the satoyama wilderness. Please enjoy this special viewing experience full of vivid presence—the focused expressions of the riders, their powerful shouts, the sound of bike engines pushing out full power, and sometimes even splashes of mud.

At the TrialGP of Japan, many sections are within walking distance, so on sunny days you can casually enjoy watching the race as if taking a stroll. Also, on the day of the event, the in-venue circuit roads are closed to vehicles, allowing everyone to watch safely and securely.

And essential for watching the event are the original foods of Mobility Resort MOTEGI. At "Cafeteria Oak," various menus including limited-time items are available, so please stop by during breaks in watching or in-venue events.

The TrialGP of Japan has many sections where you can watch from asphalt-paved, easy-to-walk areas, making it easy to enjoy the event. However, if you plan to visit multiple sections, you may end up walking quite a distance, so comfortable, well-broken-in sneakers are recommended.

It is comfortable to prepare outdoor chairs when waiting in your favorite section or for a short break.

Also, since the weather can change easily during this season, it is advisable to bring rain gear just in case. During the event, to avoid disturbing those around you, raincoats are recommended instead of umbrellas.