Privateer Motocross Racer & HVAC Installer Justin Rodbell Isn't Afraid To Put In The Work

Justin Rodbell splits his time between two jobs. During the work week, the 20-year-old installs heating and cooling systems in the Northeast. On the weekends, he travels the country to line up for Supercross and Pro Motocross every weekend with the support of the SGB/Maxxis Tires/Babbitt's/Kawasaki team in the 450 Class. The 2020 season put Rodbell on everyone's radar, as he earned him a respectable two-digit number from the AMA (57) and became a fan-favorite. A lifelong fan of the sport, Rodbell admits that it's surreal to line up beside multi-time champions on the gate, but it doesn't stop him from showing them an elbow when they head into the first turn.
We sat down with Rodbell on the tailgate of his U-Haul pick-up truck, a cost-effective rental for a privateer, ahead of the 2021 Washougal Motocross.

[@Mxrider276]

This is why swapmoto is #1 always acknowledge normal riders privateers just the normal stuff people we don't get to see.

[@Jorgem1010]

They’re parents and they have money it’s all. We are all born with different opportunities some with more opportunity than others. That’s life. Dude has talent he just needs the resources to get at that level.

[@straightnobraker4677]

This kid is doin life right, no regrets

[@raymondharold5973]

I appreciate your willingness to spend time with a privateer who’s working as hard or harder then most understanding. Not everyone who DESERVES factory support is getting it , believe if they spread more of the good stuff around that manufacture would reap the rewards of more top ten finishers. I’m not saying give them free parts but maybe @ cost, and share the setup info ( sign a no disclosure) and safety would also improve. Bottom line is help the people advertising their brand with things that would put more of them near the front! 🤔🇺🇸🏁

[@marynapier3962]

I would bet if he got on a factory ride he would get some top ten finishes

[@sexatica]

yeah but how often do people that age get factory rides now? its the kids that get groomed young get those rides

[@tobygibbo]

this kid trains like an animal when he does. I trained with him for a couple of days when he was over in Australia and he would do back to back 30 min moto's with only like a 5 min break in between. such a gnarly dude and he's a top guy to talk to aswell

[@therealjd1503]

I really like this guy, no days off. Hell yeah I’m in those attics too. Much love!! You are fucking rad gotta new fan here!

[@willesposito9165]

Loved learning about Justin. Makes me pumped to root for his success.

[@timsilva1944]

Great interview. A blue collar guy making it happen! Will be looking for your number plate (57) now.

[@louisbianchino300]

Caught my eye ill be watching what's going on with him from here on out. Young kid down to earth with a good head on his shoulders and work ethic. My 10 year old gonna be that kid looking up to you........keep up the good work your doing bigger things than you realize.

[@joshcandela13]

Il be 38 in 3 weeks I'm a roofer and just got a dirt bike for Christmas and just got my ama card for 250c class this is gunna be fun

[@matthewsmith5109]

Keep grinding, whether your at you 5-5 job or the track. Its paying off. Proud of you Bro 👏

[@DS-oi4wl]

Good to see...Rodbell is getting famous!

[@-skizzy-]

down to earth - rly like it :) keep going!

[@MrYAMAHA32177]

Lap times of less than 7 seconds behind leader CIANCIARULO @ Soutwick qualifying, awesome job Justin.

[@sharplespaul]

Smart kid.Keep it up!

[@imagegraphics16]

love to watch privateer life !

[@scottmorgan6099]

Nice kid!..Best of luck, to you!..👍

[@darrellgentry9927]

First time going to braap mania this year was a good event

[@jrod1076]

Great interview but the bike in the background sounds horrible

[@westtigers220986]

seen him ride in aus. think he won a national here

[@chipper442]

Keep digging Justin.

[@jordanfisher2285]

That bikes doesn’t sound good lol

[@jmajors8958]

All Day N Nite To

[@kimojon9665]

Tons of props for this guy but to be clear, you're not battling with Eli, you're on the same track as Eli.

[@nevanrushing3608]

Make all your money as a local pro!

[@danvasarella8735]

Put him on AC's bike

[@SPR28]

Dear moto industry, Stop posting videos with thumbnails of people riding when there’s no one riding in the video -the people