Kawasaki Norway has officially announced that Vilde Marie Holt will join the brand for the 2026 season, as the experienced Norwegian rider continues her journey in the FIM Women’s Enduro World Championship with a clear objective: fighting for the top spot.
European champion and fifth in the Enduro Women’s World Championship, Holt began a new chapter in her career.
For the 2026 campaign, Holt will race aboard the Kawasaki KX300X, a purpose-built machine designed for uncompromising performance in extreme conditions. Developed specifically for enduro competition, the bike delivers a strong balance of speed, control, and reliability.
This ambitious program is supported by a strong international structure. Through collaboration with Kawasaki Benelux and Netherlands-based WPM Motors, Vilde Marie Holt will benefit from high-level technical support and top-tier equipment throughout the season—key elements in her pursuit of peak performance.
With experience on her side and a solid support system in place, Vilde Marie Holt is positioning herself as a serious contender for top honors in 2026.
Emma Teigland, product manager at Kawasaki Norway : “Vilde is the reigning European Champion and has delivered strong results internationally over time. She has shown that she belongs at the top of the world, and we are looking forward to seeing her in green this season.“
General manager and owner of Kawasaki dealer HS MC-senter, Michael Strøm : “We will take good care of both Vilde and her bikes when she is in Norway”
WPM Motors continues its collaboration with Holt, who has been part of the team since 2021: “We are very happy that Vilde has chosen to continue with us and is now joining the Kawasaki venture. Together with Kawasaki Benelux, we will give her the best starting point to perform, both on and off the track,” says owner and team manager at WPM Motors, André Pullen.
Vilde Marie Holt : “This is not just a new chapter, it is a step up. I am ready to push boundaries, develop further and fight at the top. The future is green!”
