1960 Motocross World Championship
| 1960 Motocross World Championship | |
|---|---|
Action from the 500cc Dutch Grand Prix race on 24 July 1960 in Bergharen, Holland. | |
| Organizer | FIM |
| Duration | 23 April/14 August |
| Number of races | 9 |
| Number of manufacturers | 15 |
| Champions | |
| 500cc | Bill Nilsson |
| 250cc | Dave Bickers |
The 1960 Motocross World Championship was the 4th edition of the Motocross World Championship organized by the FIM and reserved for 500cc and 250cc motorcycles.
The FIM implemented new rules dividing the races into two 45 minute heat races that were referred to as motos. In the event of a tie for example: 1-2 and 2-1, the total time of the two rounds is the decisive factor to determine the winner. However, the FIM allowed certain freedoms to Grand Prix race organizers who can maintain the old method of qualifying heat races for a single final round depending on the number of competitors participating in the Grand Prix. Two Grand Prix races, the Belgian and Luxembourg Grand Prix races are held as a single round.