The 1954 Motocross European Championship was the 3rd edition of the

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organized by the

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and reserved for

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motorcycles. Since 1957 this championship has then become the current

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. It should not be confused with the

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, now organized by the

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, whose first edition was held in 1988.

Final standings

From April to August 7 grand prix were held which awarded points to the first six classified, respectively: 8, 6, 4, 3, 2, 1. The score in the final classification of each rider was calculated on the best four results. ;500cc Smith finished third even if on equal points with Leolup by virtue of the best result obtained in the grand prix: a victory against a second place.

References

{{Motocross World Championship Motocross World Championship seasons