Slightly different engine power characteristics may be preferred for motocross, depending on the track. The engine must still accelerate quickly, but it needs a wider power spread over the rpm range to handle both tight turns and long, high-speed straights. Even the riders must approach both supercross and motocross as different disciplines. They must be smooth and their riding precise on a supercross course where timing the jump combinations is critical. One mistake often breaks the rhythm needed to get through a section of track quickly and costs the rider precious time.
Smooth riding is also beneficial for motocross but it is somewhat less critical.
There is more time to make up for mistakes in a national outdoor motocross race. And just like they did when the sport began to take off in 1972, Team Chevy Trucks Kawasaki comes to win.