The 2027 LAND Moto District gearing options have changed with the introduction of the ENDURO EVO IPM motor.

Previous District models used 15-tooth and 19-tooth front gearing, while the latest District now uses either a 40-tooth High Speed rear sprocket or a 46-tooth High Torque rear sprocket.

The choice is still about how you want your District to ride, but the drivetrain underneath the bike is completely different.

The new setup also gives riders more performance than before. The 40T High Speed gearing is capable of up to 74 MPH, while the 46T High Torque gearing can reach 70 MPH while delivering stronger acceleration at lower speeds.

Here is what changed, how the new gearing works and which option makes the most sense for your riding.

How LAND Moto District Gearing Has Changed

On previous-generation District motorcycles, gearing changes were made at the front sprocket.

There were two primary gearing options:

• 15T High Torque: Stronger low-speed acceleration with a top speed of approximately 59 MPH
• 19T High Speed: Smoother acceleration with greater top-speed capability

The previous drivetrain also offered a Gates Carbon Belt Drive, which provided performance characteristics similar to the 19T High Speed configuration while replacing the chain drivetrain with a belt.

That system relied on the District's previous motor and jackshaft configuration.

With the introduction of the ENDURO EVO IPM motor, that architecture has changed.

The ENDURO EVO IPM Motor Changes the Drivetrain

The ENDURO EVO motor first made its way onto the District platform in part through the District ADV and ADV Ascent.

For 2027, the ENDURO EVO is now used across the District lineup.

One of the biggest mechanical differences is the removal of the previous jackshaft assembly.

Because the new IPM motor design no longer requires the jackshaft, gearing is no longer changed through the front sprocket in the same way.

Instead, the new District uses different rear sprocket sizes to tune how the bike delivers power.

The two options are:

• 40T rear sprocket, High Speed
• 46T rear sprocket, High Torque

The goal remains familiar. Riders can prioritize stronger acceleration and low-speed torque or smoother acceleration and higher-speed riding.

The difference is how the new drivetrain achieves it.

40T High Speed Gearing: Best for Highway Riding

The 40-tooth rear sprocket is the High Speed gearing option for the 2027 District.

This setup delivers smoother and more consistent acceleration as speed increases, making it a strong choice for riders who regularly travel on faster roads or highways.

The 40T configuration is capable of reaching up to 74 MPH.

It is also the more efficient option when riding at sustained highway speeds, helping conserve battery during longer and faster rides.

Why choose 40T High Speed gearing?

Choose the 40T setup if you prioritize:

• Highway riding
• Longer commutes
• Sustained higher speeds
• Smooth and consistent acceleration
• Better highway efficiency
• Conserving battery during higher-speed riding
• Maximum top speed of up to 74 MPH

If your normal ride includes hopping on the highway or spending significant time above city speeds, the High Speed gearing will likely be the better fit.

For riders familiar with previous District models, the 40T setup is most comparable in purpose to the old 19T High Speed gearing.

40T High Speed Gearing: Best for Highway Riding

The 40-tooth rear sprocket is the High Speed gearing option for the 2027 District.

This setup delivers smoother and more consistent acceleration as speed increases, making it a strong choice for riders who regularly travel on faster roads or highways.

The 40T configuration is capable of reaching up to 74 MPH.

It is also the more efficient option when riding at sustained highway speeds, helping conserve battery during longer and faster rides.

Why choose 40T High Speed gearing?

Choose the 40T setup if you prioritize:

• Highway riding
• Longer commutes
• Sustained higher speeds
• Smooth and consistent acceleration
• Better highway efficiency
• Conserving battery during higher-speed riding
• Maximum top speed of up to 74 MPH

If your normal ride includes hopping on the highway or spending significant time above city speeds, the High Speed gearing will likely be the better fit.

For riders familiar with previous District models, the 40T setup is most comparable in purpose to the old 19T High Speed gearing.

Why choose 46T High Torque gearing?

Choose the 46T setup if you prioritize:

• Quicker 0 to 30 MPH acceleration
• Stronger pull from a stop
• More low-speed torque
• Dirt hills
• Trail riding
• Lower-speed technical riding
• Stronger response around town

The biggest change compared with the old High Torque setup is top speed.

The previous 15T High Torque gearing was limited to approximately 59 MPH.

The new 46T High Torque gearing can reach 70 MPH.

That means riders can still get the stronger low-speed acceleration they want without giving up nearly as much top-end speed.

40T vs 46T: Which District Gearing Should You Choose?

The easiest way to choose between the two is to think about where you ride most often.

If you spend more time on highways, faster roads or longer commutes, choose the 40T High Speed gearing.

If you care more about quicker acceleration, dirt riding, hills or stronger low-speed torque, choose the 46T High Torque gearing.

40T High Speed

Best for:

• Highway riding
• Longer-distance commuting
• Sustained higher speeds
• Highway efficiency
• Smooth acceleration

Top speed: Up to 74 MPH

46T High Torque

Best for:

• Quicker 0 to 30 MPH acceleration
• City riding
• Dirt hills
• Trails
• Strong low-speed response

Top speed: 70 MPH

Neither option is simply better than the other.

They are designed around different types of riding.

Old District Gearing vs New District Gearing

For riders familiar with previous District models, here is the simplest way to understand the change.

Previous District

• 15T front sprocket
• High Torque configuration
• Approximately 59 MPH top speed
• Stronger low-speed acceleration
• 19T front sprocket
• High Speed configuration
• Gates Carbon Belt Drive option available
• Jackshaft used as part of the drivetrain
• Gearing changes made at the front sprocket

2027 District

• 46T rear sprocket
• High Torque configuration
• 70 MPH top speed
• Quicker 0 to 30 MPH acceleration
• 40T rear sprocket
• High Speed configuration
• Up to 74 MPH
• Improved highway efficiency
• No jackshaft
• Gearing changes made at the rear sprocket

The choice between High Torque and High Speed is still there.

The compromise between them is much smaller.

What Happened to the Gates Belt Drive?

Previous District motorcycles could be configured with a Gates Carbon Belt Drive.

That setup provided performance characteristics similar to the old 19T High Speed gearing.

With the introduction of the ENDURO EVO IPM motor and the removal of the jackshaft, the drivetrain architecture has changed significantly.

At the moment, a Gates belt drive is not offered with the new District drivetrain.

For riders looking for the performance characteristics previously associated with the 19T gearing or Gates belt configuration, the new 40T High Speed gearing fills a similar role.

More 2027 LAND Moto District Updates

The drivetrain is only one part of what is changing on the 2027 District.

The ENDURO EVO motor is now standard across the District lineup, bringing a new IPM motor architecture, strong acceleration and improved efficiency.

The 2027 District also introduces updated display options, including a 6-inch TFT display and an available 8-inch TFT display.

Both bring a more modern interface to the bike and give riders more choice when configuring their District.

And gearing and displays are not the only updates coming.

There is more on the way.

LAND Moto District Gearing FAQ

What is the top speed of the 2027 LAND Moto District?

The 2027 District can reach up to 74 MPH with 40T High Speed gearing and 70 MPH with 46T High Torque gearing.

Which District gearing is better for highway riding?

The 40T High Speed gearing is better suited to highway riding. It provides smoother acceleration at higher speeds and improved efficiency during sustained highway riding.

Which District gearing is better for dirt riding?

The 46T High Torque gearing is better suited to dirt hills, trails and lower-speed riding where stronger initial acceleration and low-speed torque are more important.

Which gearing has quicker acceleration?

The 46T High Torque gearing is the better choice if quicker 0 to 30 MPH acceleration is a priority.

What happened to the old 15T and 19T District gearing?

The 15T and 19T configurations were part of the previous drivetrain architecture and changed gearing at the front sprocket.

The new ENDURO EVO IPM motor removes the previous jackshaft, so gearing is now changed using either a 40T or 46T rear sprocket.

Can the new District use a Gates belt drive?

A Gates Carbon Belt Drive is not currently offered with the new ENDURO EVO drivetrain. The conversion kit for past models is still offered on LAND's Site