Etienne Psaila
Motocross has always been loud, raw, and defined by the combustion engine’s roar. Yet in the past decade, a new force has reshaped the sport: the rise of electric dirt bikes. Once dismissed as novelties, these machines have proven their strength on tracks, trails, and international stages, delivering silent speed with unmatched torque and precision.Quiet Fast: The Rise of Electric Dirt tells the definitive story of this revolution-from early garage-built prototypes and youth-focused trainers to the shockwaves created by the Stark VARG and the emergence of dedicated electric racing series. It traces the technical breakthroughs in batteries and motors, the grassroots enthusiasm that drove innovation, and the cultural shift that has redefined what it means to ride off-road.Drawing on two decades of developments, the book shows how electric dirt bikes have changed trail access, influenced global policy, and created a new generation of riders who know no other way. This is not just a story of machines-it is a story of endurance, adaptation, and the blending of tradition with technology. Motocross has entered a quieter age, but one no less thrilling.
