Makita USA and PMG Suzuki have announced a technical partnership ahead of the 2026 SuperMotocross Championship that will bring together Makita’s engineering and Suzuki’s racing heritage through the Pipes Motorsports Group (PMG) Suzuki program.
Under the agreement, Makita USA will serve as a technical partner to PMG Suzuki, supporting the team throughout the 2026 SuperMotocross season.
Makita’s return to Suzuki racing marks a renewed partnership built on a long history in motorsports. The collaboration reflects the continued development of the Pipes Motorsports Group program and Suzuki’s competitive position heading into the 2026 championship.
“Makita has been a cornerstone partner in Suzuki racing for many years, and their return is meaningful. Having a trusted brand with such deep roots in our motorsport’s history rejoin the Suzuki family through the PMG program speaks to the credibility of the team and the strength of our racing platform,” said Chris Wheeler, Suzuki Motor of America motorsports manager.
For Pipes Motorsports Group, the partnership carries both professional and personal significance.
“Growing up as an aspiring racer, I always marvelled at the accomplishments of the Makita Suzuki teams of the past. Our technical partnership for the 2026 season is a welcome addition and the young kid in me is excited to see the red Makita logo back on a Suzuki motorcycle,” said Dustin Pipes, team principal of Pipes Motorsports.
“Makita’s return to Suzuki racing is more than a reunion – it’s a statement about innovation and a continuation of a winning legacy. We first teamed up 21 years ago to capture championships, and today it feels like we never left. Partnering again was an easy choice with a team that shares our relentless drive. Together with PMG Suzuki, we’re blending decades of engineering excellence with cutting-edge technology to push the limits of performance,” added Brent Withey, vice president, marketing. Makita USA.
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