Graham Jarvis
- United Kingdom
- Husqvarna TE 300
- Jarvis Magpul Racing
Graham Jarvis (born April 21, 1975) is a British motorcycle legend, revered as the 'King of Hard Enduro.' With a background in trials, where he won multiple British and international titles, Jarvis transitioned to extreme enduro and redefined the sport with his technical mastery, steely determination, and iconic calm. He has claimed more major hard enduro victories than any other rider in history, and continues to compete at the highest level into his late 40s, inspiring a new generation both as a racer and team owner.
Riding Style
Jarvis is celebrated for his near-silent, ultra-smooth riding, surgical throttle control, and ability to read terrain like no other. Nicknamed the 'Silent Assassin,' he excels in the most technical and brutal sections, often making the impossible look effortless. His mental resilience and strategic approach are legendary.
Achievements
- Red Bull Romaniacs Winner
- 2008
- 2011
- 2012
- 2013
- 2016
- 2017
- 2022
- Erzberg Rodeo Red Bull Hare Scramble Winner
- 2013
- 2015
- 2016
- 2018
- 2019
- Red Bull Sea to Sky Winner
- 2011
- 2012
- 2013
- 2015
- 2016
- 2017
- Hells Gate Winner
- 2011
- 2012
- 2013
- 2014
- 2016
- Roof of Africa Winner
- 2009
- 2010
- 2011
- 2012
- Scottish Six Days Trial Winner
- 2004
- 2005
- 2006
- 2011
- Scott Trial Winner (Record 9 times)
- 1998
- 2001
- 2002
- 2003
- 2004
- 2006
- 2008
- 2009
- 2010
- British Trials Champion
- 1998
- 1999
- 2001
- 2002
- 2003
Notable Races
Red Bull Romaniacs
The world's toughest hard enduro rally, held annually in Romania. Jarvis is the event's most decorated rider.
Best Result: 7-time winner
Erzberg Rodeo Red Bull Hare Scramble
The legendary Austrian extreme enduro, known as the 'Iron Giant.'
Best Result: 5-time winner
Red Bull Sea to Sky
Turkey's iconic beach-to-mountain enduro, famous for its diverse terrain.
Best Result: 6-time winner
Hells Gate
Italy's brutal winter enduro, notorious for its technicality and attrition rate.
Best Result: 5-time winner
Roof of Africa
Africa's oldest and most prestigious extreme enduro, held in Lesotho.
Best Result: 4-time winner
Quotes
"It's all about keeping calm, picking your line, and believing nothing is impossible."
"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. That's why I started Jarvis Racing."
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