Draper Extends Deal With Am Pro Racing Yamaha

Ryan Nitzen | June 24, 2026

Liam Draper announced he’ll be continuing his time with the Am Pro Racing Yamaha team for the “next few years.” The New Zealand native who recently won the Little Raccoon National Enduro is currently on his second year in the XC1 division racing the Yamaha YZ450FX. Danielle McDonald, the team’s WXC racer, has also extended her contract.

LIAM DRAPER AmPro Yamaha
Liam Draper has extended his time with the AmPro Yamaha off-road team.

“Stoked to announce I have extended my deal with Am Pro Yamaha for the next few years,” Draper said. “Can’t thank this group enough. Great people to work with and I am looking forward to the future with them!”

Liam Draper at 2026 AWRCS Reynlow Riders Rnd 4
Liam Draper recently won the Little Raccoon National Enduro.

“It’s official,” the team announced. “Liam Draper and Danielle McDonald are locked in with Am Pro Racing on long-term rides. ⁠Each rider, who are posting solid results with wins in both the GNCC and American National Enduro Championships, have re-signed for future seasons to focus on development, consistency, and building on their results in their respective classes.⁠ Looking forward to future seasons with these two representing the BLU CRU.”

Danielle McDonald at 2026 Watkins Glen GNCC
Danielle McDonald also added a contract extension with the team.