Eric Barkan Rider Bio

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By trade, I’m an ex-engineer; by personality, I’m a builder and a competitor. I’m at my best when I’m learning—whether that’s dialing in a setup for race day, solving problems at work, or putting in the time to improve safely and consistently. Family is my foundation, friends are my reset button, and dirt biking is my favorite way to spend a weekend. Tattoos are part of my story, humor is part of my toolkit, and I keep my interests grounded.  

A seasoned diesel mechanic with a sharp eye for precision, and spirit that thrives off-road!  When he's not fine-tuning diesel engines, he's tearing up trails on his dirt bike, always seeking that next adventure.  At home, he's a proud father of two boys, passing down his love for adventure, family, and the off-road life.

Built on grit, throttle, and a lifelong obsession with off-road motorsports, this Wyoming-born racer brings raw passion and experience to every mile of desert and mountain terrain. At 34 years old, he’s carved out a life centered around speed, precision, and the relentless pursuit of adventure on two wheels.

When he’s not pushing limits on his motorcycle through rugged backcountry or open desert, he’s behind the wheel of a Class 7100 prerunner, tearing across the Utah landscape alongside his wife, Brittney. Together, they share a deep love for off-road racing and the freedom that comes with it—often accompanied in spirit by their two dogs, Bug and Bubba.

Off the course, he’s the owner of LCD, a diesel repair shop in Northern Utah, where hard work, mechanical expertise, and a no-quit attitude define both his business and racing mindset.

Whether it’s the Baja 400 or a remote mountain trail, he races the same way he lives—full throttle, no excuses, and always chasing the next horizon.

Dedicated Honda rider. He tries and we accept it.