Last Update: 28 August 2025
Now in its third year, Royal Enfield’s “Build Train Race” program for women riders, which encourages women to build their own unique Royal Enfield race-ready motorcycle returns for the 2022 US flat track season. With 15 women riders and a total of seven rounds for the 2022 upcoming season, the Royal Enfield Build Train Race Program (BTR) will have a greater presence in the classic American motorcycle racing circuit than ever before.
“After our success of the last two seasons with the Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. program, it only makes sense for 2022 to go even bigger,” said Breen Poland, Marketing and Communications Lead – Royal Enfield Americas. “We are overwhelmed with the support and enthusiasm from fans, sponsors, and the entire American Flat Track paddock, and we are very excited to have an even bigger presence this season. We have an incredible group of women and a full race schedule ahead – it’s going to be a big year for Royal Enfield on the American flat track.
Each participant receives a Royal Enfield INT 650 motorcycle which they design and modify into their own unique race bike. This twin-cylinder classic-style motorcycle is the perfect platform for flat track racing. Crew Chief Eric Moldenhower will work with the women, providing technical advice and support during the build up of the program and the race, while Moto Anatomy X Royal Enfield racer Johnny Lewis will help provide on-track training.
The 2022 Royal Enfield INT 650 is the base motorcycle for the BTR program .
Build. Train. Race Women Riders
Eight new participants will be joined by seven returning riders, increasing the Royal Enfield BTR’s presence in the American flat track paddock to 15 racers from last season’s nine. Jillian Deschanes and Jesse Jones return and will likely continue their fight for dominance. Lana McNaughton, Gabrielle Hughes, Neon Kiskela, Mallory Lee and Erin Ferriss are also hungry for more in 2022. Find the full roster, and please help welcome to the eight BTR Flat Track newcomers below.
2022 BTR Flat Track Lineup
- Jesse Jones, 23, Fallbrook, Calif.;
- Lana McNaughton, 32, Nampa, Idaho
- Gabrielle Hughes, 24, Akron, Ohio
- Nein Kiskela, 41, Portland, Oregon
- Jillian Deschanes, 33, Otsego, Minnesota
- Mallory Lee, 31, Buda, Texas
- Erin Ferris, 31, Graham, Washington
- Anna Serena, 36, Miami Beach, Florida
- Stephanie Pitz, 35, Mesa, Arizona;
- Kayla Hobart, 28, Bremerton, Washington
- Zaria Martens, 18, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
- Alex Bumps McDonald, 33, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- Makena Hyatt, 22, Camano Island, Washington
- Moria Hummer, 35, Fort Collins, Colorado
- Mia Reese, 28, Woodstock, Illinois
“I’ve learnt a lot through the program that I apply to my daily life on and off the track,” said returning rider Jesse Jones of Fallbrook, California. “I’m excited to be on the team again. It’s going to be a great year to make new friendships and compete more.”
“I cannot express how excited I am to be a part of the Royal Enfield BTR team this year,” said Germantown, Wisconsin newcomer Zaria Martens. “The BTR event is such an amazing opportunity for women racers. I am so glad that I am able to join the team this season.”
Sponsors
Royal Enfield is thrilled to welcome an eclectic host of sponsors to the BTR Flat Track. Returning to the team are S&S Cycle, Maxima Racing Oils, Boxo USA and Ohlins USA while new sponsors Arai Helmets and AGV have come on board for the 2022 season.
“The support of these outstanding sponsors is the key to the success of Royal Enfield BTR,” said Poland. “We couldn’t have done this without them. Sending the Royal Enfield BTR women on track with the confidence of premium parts, support and safety means the world to us. Our constant thanks to all who have supported our 2022 BTR flat track program “
BTR Flat Track 2022 Schedule
Along with the team roster, the scope of the BTR flat track schedule also expands. On the heels of last season’s four-round circuit, the BTR program will tour seven US flat track locations in 2022. Racing for the “BTR Select” will begin on March 10 at the Volusia Half-Mile in Barberville, Florida, which will invite returning riders to compete in an exhibition race, and new participants who have their build completed. The first BTR flat track full-grid event will be the I-70 Half-Mile in Odessa, Missouri (April 23), when the entire region has completed its race bikes and training.
2022 Royal Enfield BTR Schedule
| March 11 | (Rd 1) Volusia Half-Mile I | Barberville, FL |
| April 23 | (Rand 2) I-70 Half-Mile | Odessa, MO |
| June 11 | (Rand 3) Laconia Short Track | Loudon NH |
| July 16 | (Rand 4) Port Royal Half-Mile | Port Royal, PA |
| August 6 | (Rand 5) Black Hills Half-Mile | Rapid City, SD |
| September 24 | (Rand 6) Cedar Lake Short Track | New Richmond, WI |
| 15 October | (Rand 7) Volusia Half-Mile III | Barberville, FL |
For more information visit the BTR Flat Track Racing website
To know more about Royal Enfield North America, visit www.RoyalEnfield.com
*Source: Press Release Royal Enfield USA
