Desert Center, CA — Chuckwalla Valley Motorcycle Association (CVMA) has officially opened licensing for the upcoming 2026-2027 Winter Series and is kicking things off with incentives for returning racers, several rule updates, and continued investment in the race weekend experience.
- Snowbird Special
Racers who purchase their 2026-2027 CVMA Competition License before October 1, 2026, will receive a $50 discount on RV or trailer storage at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, making it even easier for racers who want to leave their equipment on site for the winter.
As always, racers who renew during the July renewal period will also retain their existing competition numbers before unclaimed numbers become available on August 1.
- Rule Changes for 2026-2027
While this year’s rulebook changes are relatively minor, several racer-requested updates have been approved.
The biggest addition is the introduction of Formula 50, which will be offered as a provisional class for the upcoming season. Designed for racers age 50 and older, Formula 50 will feature a single race combining Open-class motorcycles, Middleweight motorcycles, and Twins. With limited daylight during the winter months, adding another standalone race is not practical, so Formula 50 will be run as a second wave behind Formula 40 Open.
Additional updates include allowing 400cc four-cylinder motorcycles in the Ultra Lightweight classes: Formula Ultra Lightweight, 500 Supersport, Formula Ultra Lightweight Shootout, Formula 40 ULW, and Femmewalla ULW.
These adjustments expand opportunities for several popular motorcycles while maintaining competitive balance across the class structure.
- Payouts
The CVMA Sunday Shootout purses will remain unchanged and will be paid as follows:
The Shootout (10 laps)
1st: $3,000 | 2nd: $2,000 | 3rd: $1,500 | 4th: $1,000 | 5th: $750
- Supersport Middleweight Shootout (10 laps)
1st: $2,000 | 2nd: $1,500 | 3rd: $1,000 | 4th: $750 | 5th: $500
- Formula Lightweight Twins Shootout (8 laps)
1st: $1,000 | 2nd: $750 | 3rd: $500 | 4th: $250 | 5th: $150
- Formula Ultra Lightweight Shootout (8 laps)
1st: $1,000 | 2nd: $750 | 3rd: $500 | 4th: $250 | 5th: $150
- Femmewalla Open (6 laps)
1st: $300 | 2nd: $200 | 3rd: $100
- Femmewalla Ultra Lightweight (6 laps)
1st: $200 | 2nd: $125 | 3rd: $75
- Enhanced Live Coverage
CVMA’s partnership with 951 Live will continue throughout the 2026-27 season, bringing professional multi-camera race coverage to fans around the world.
In addition to continuing live broadcasts, racers and viewers can look forward to several exciting enhancements to this season’s coverage. More details will be announced as the opening round approaches.
Companies interested in advertising during the live broadcasts can contact Justin Murphy by texting or calling him at 951.333.8244.
- Looking Ahead
The 2026-27 Winter Series continues CVMA’s mission of delivering premier motorcycle road racing through competitive racing, professional operations, and an unmatched racer experience in an environment built for racers, by racers.
Competition licenses are available now, and racers are encouraged to take advantage of the July Snowbird Special before the promotion ends.
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About CVMA:
The Chuckwalla Valley Motorcycle Association (CVMA) hosts the premier winter motorcycle road racing series in North America. With a racer-first focus and a mission of constant improvement, CVMA provides safe, competitive, and fun racing for riders of all levels.
About 951 Live:
951 Live is a motorsports media company dedicated to delivering live, high-quality coverage of racing events across Southern California and beyond.
