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RJ Hampshire rode his last race on the Husqvarna and is moving to Ducati

Reported 29 September 2026 · graded B

Read the full RJ Hampshire 2027 story, with all 6 claims and every source.

Who said it

RJ, last ride on the Husky... Ducati, here we come, baby.

Source: Thunder Ridge SMX Wrap Up - The Moto Aftermath Show Episode 353 (nXUcNQzz92I), 00:52:22 · media rumour tier

During the SMX finale when the camera was on Hampshire, Ricky made a comment about the 450 Husqvarna guys moving to Ducati for 2027.

Source: www.reddit.com · forum tier

The RJ Hampshire 2027 story so far

6 claims tracked on this move from 7 sources. Newest first.

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RJ Hampshire has officially signed a multi-year contract with Troy Lee Designs Red Bull Ducati Factory Racing to race the Ducati Desmo 450MX in the premier class

7 October 2026 · gatedrop.com · Confirmed

RJ Hampshire is rumoured to be heading to Ducati

22 September 2026 · www.reddit.com · Cool

RJ Hampshire is leaving Rockstar Energy Husqvarna after the SMX playoffs — the three playoff rounds are his last races with the team

9 September 2026 · Can This Be the Most Unpredictable SMX Playoffs Yet? | Lewis vs. Kellen: More Than Moto Ep. 118 (KtODZYAACXQ), 00:11:01 · Superseded

RJ Hampshire is moving to a new team for 2027 and is talking openly about it, though he hasn't named the team

6 September 2026 · Ironman 450 Wrap Up - Episode 350 (2vX1Haj5xpY), 00:03:02 · Stale

Club MX was in discussions with RJ Hampshire about a 450 ride with a hybrid Florida/Club MX model, but it did not happen

20 August 2026 · Could Budds Creek Be the Decider in Both Classes? | The Blair Matthes Project 063 (MIunfODwhYc), 00:22:34 · Superseded