James Moore || Rigo Racing Signs South Africa’s Rising Hard Enduro Star || Ep. 32

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In this episode, we sit down with rising South African hard enduro star James Moore to discuss his remarkable journey and exciting plans for 2025. Despite only racing professionally for three years, James has already made significant waves in the sport, including a breakthrough performance at the 2024 Hard Enduro World Championship. The 18-year-old talent shares the details of his new deal with Rigo Racing, which will see him relocate to Italy to compete in the Junior Hard Enduro World Championship alongside fellow South African Matthew Green.
James also opens up about his incredible performance at the 2024 Roof of Africa, where he secured a provisional third place overall despite breaking his foot on day one. From his transition from Gas Gas to KTM, to his unique riding style and technical approach as one of the tallest riders in the sport, Moore provides fascinating insights into his rapid rise in hard enduro. This conversation captures the story of a young rider on the cusp of international success, bringing South African talent to the world stage once again.
Chapters:
00:00 Racing Career
03:14 Move to KTM and South African Racing
05:45 Move to Rigo Racing
08:40 2024 HEWC
14:27 2025 Plans
16:17 The benefits of being tall
18:18 2024 Roof of Africa
21:00 Difference between linkage and PDS
22:18 Sponsors for 2025
23:53 Racing as a junior in the HEWC
25:00 Difference in riding techniques between riders
28:06 2-stroke or 4-stroke in hard enduro
29:00 Signing out
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