Off-Road Antics from the 2026 Malle Mile…
We’re back with another round of coverage from the 12th annual Malle Mile, aka “the greatest and most inappropriate motorcycle race and festival in the country.” Hosted by the good folks of Malle London, purveyors of fine British motorcycle luggage and adventure accessories, the event took place on the grounds of Grimsthorpe Castle, a country house in Lincolnshire that sits within a 3000-acre park of rolling pastures, lakes, woodlands…and motorcycle trails!
Over 5000 riders gathered for Malle Mile weekend, and events included everything from the 1/8-mile “Art of Sprint” drag races and Road-Rally to off-road scrambles, motorcycle polo, trail rides, hill climbs, youth enduros, live music, camping, after parties, and more.
“Riders and non-riders, families and friends, The Mile is for everyone drawn to the passion, adventure and thrill of the motorcycle community and culture. Come for the riding, join the racing, stay for the music, art, food, exhibitions and an unforgettable festival atmosphere, that has evolved over a decade by a passionate and real community.”
It’s a dusty good fun all around. And we were fortunate to have our go-to UK photographer, Roberto Garagarza (@roga______), in attendance. Roberto returned with more than 1200 photos (!) from The Mile. Previously we featured the Grimsthorpe grounds, the REV’IT pilgrimage, the 1/8-Mile Dash speed trial, and other on-tarmac adventures.
The Malle Mile 2026, Round I: Head over Heels for Two Wheels
Today we’re back with the off-road action from the event, including the Scrambles, Sprint, Hill Climb, Adventure Motorcycle Trails, Malle 500, and more! You’ll see that there’s a great variety of bikes at The Mile, everything from vintage two-strokes and thumpers to modern electric dirt bikes, adventure tourers, and scramblers. You’ll also find any number of “inappropriate” off-roaders, including vintage scooters, minibikes, streetbikes with knobby tires, and more.
At The Mile, smiles are more important than lap times, and the wilder the ride, the better. Without further ado, here are our off-road highlights from the 2026 Malle Mile courtesy of our man Roberto Garagarza (@roga______).
Out the Gate, Wheels up!
Haybale Hullabaloo…
Moto Polo…
REV’IT: Slip It & Rip It!
Yamaha XT500: The Greatest Thumper of All Time?
Holy Moly “XT700″…
Tiger on Your Trail…
Run What Ya Brung!
Electro Go-Go…
Happy Trails…
A Gentleman’s Affair…
Candids and Canines…
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