Austin Forkner

Austin Forkner is an American motorcycle racer, competing for the Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki team. An AMA Pro since 2016, Forkner claimed 9th overall at the 2022 SX East and 26th overall at the 2022 MX 250. Mentored by five-time Monster Energy Supercross Champion Ricky Carmichael, Forkner is considered one of the most up and coming talents worldwide. Originally from the farmlands of Richards, Missouri, Forkner started racing motocross in 2008 at 5 years old and sports the affectionate nickname “Farm Boy” among fans and racers alike.

Other career accomplishments include 3rd place at the 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship 250SX West, 3rd place at the 2019 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship 250SX East, and 4th place at the 2016 AMA Pro Motocross Championship 250. Forkner had the fastest overall qualifying time in the 250SX class in the 2023 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship, and has his sights set on the 450 Class and another massive championship win in the 250SX Class.