The Australian Trial Championship is set for a fresh new challenge in 2026, with the event confirmed for York, WA, on the weekend of October 10 – 11. In an exciting development, the 2026 championship will take place on a brand-new property that has never before hosted a trial competition.

The untouched terrain is expected to deliver a true equaliser across all senior and junior classes, with competitors entering the event on a level playing field.The championship will be co-promoted by the AJS Moto Trials Club WA and the Pathfinders Trials Motorcycle Club Western Australia, operating under the Western Australian Moto Trials Sport Panel. The collaboration highlights the local support for trials riding and reinforces WA’s commitment to hosting events of national importance.Located 100km east of Perth, York is one of WA’s most historic towns, known for its heritage streetscapes, scenic countryside, and vibrant tourism offerings, providing an ideal backdrop for a major motorsport weekend. You can read a guide to the town here.Western Australia boasts a long and proud record of staging the nation’s premier trials competition, beginning with Bickley in 1975 and most recently Jarrahdale in 2022. The return to WA in 2026 continues this strong tradition, marking another milestone in the sport’s long-running legacy.

The countdown is officially on as riders prepare to tackle fresh ground in York, promising two days of competition, community, and top-tier moto trials action.

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