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Riders and Machines

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Riders

These riders are all raring to go, with their own stats and a Special that makes them stand out from the rest.

  • Kirby

    A light and floaty friend to all! This well-balanced hero has no clear weaknesses.

  • King Dedede

    A heavyweight rider who rules the raceway! Hits hard with his powerful hammer.

  • Meta Knight

    A shadowy defender who slashes rivals with his sword and slices through the air on dark wings.

  • Bandana Waddle Dee

    A bit heartier than most other Waddle Dees. His trusty spear stings rivals like a hornet!

  • Waddle Doo

    Keeps an eye on nearby rivals, then hits ‘em with a peeper-powered arc of optic blasts!

  • Chef Kawasaki

    A culinary genius who always has a ladle handy! Recovers an extra amount from food items.

  • Knuckle Joe

    A fierce fighter who jabs at riders that come too close. Charge up fully for a flurry of punches!

  • Gooey

    An odd creature of mysterious origin. Makes skillful use of his long, wiggly tongue.

  • Cappy

    The mushroom cap doubles as a protective cushion. Race ahead of rivals before it falls apart!

  • Starman

    Excels at airborne maneavers. Jump for a burst of speed and soar right over your rivals!

  • Magolor

    A sly spell caster who accelerates a lot after Star Slides. Attack rivals ahead of you with perfect landings!

  • Susie

    A smug, shiny entrepreneur. Deploys a propeller to take off and float gently through the air.

  • Waddle Dee

    A friendly lightweight with a tiny frame. Enjoys easy acceleration and smooth maneuvering.

  • Rick

    A heavy, hamster-y animal friend who handles corners nimbly and can sprint on foot like a pro.

  • Rocky

    Small in size but super sturdy. This heavyweight won't slip or shake easily!

  • Scarfy

    A perfectly polite rider... Up until it loses its cool. When it gets mad, it gets fast!

  • Lololo & Lalala

    A duo of troublemakers riding together as one! Swap positions with a simple Quick Spin.

  • Marx

    A friendly face hiding dark and twisted schemes. Has impressive stats but can't take a hit.

  • Daroach

    A sneaky, squeaky thief. Scratch to snatch up rival Copy Abilities, then vanish in a flash.

  • Taranza

    A clever arachnid with tight controls. Web and sling around corners for extra bursts of speed!

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Machines

In addition to a unique look, each machine has different stats and handling. Some even have extra effects that change up how you ride.

  • Warp Star

    Both drives and glides perfectly well. An easy ride with no clear weaknesses.

  • Winged Star

    Slow when ground-bound, but soars gracefully whenever it takes flight.

  • Shadow Star

    Attacks cause major damage, even on a single hit! Soars on sleek and shadowy wings while airborne.

  • Wagon Star

    Can't Boost Charge, but makes up for it with higher performance in other categories.

  • Slick Star

    Slippery and tricky to control, but offers a wholly unique approach to riding.

  • Bulk Star

    Plow forward on Boost Charges! Has an extra-tough frame that's hard to damage.

  • Wheelie Bike

    Races ahead on a single wheel. An interesting design compared to star-type machines.

  • Rex Wheelie

    An intimidating, sturdy cycle. If it can maintain its top speed, it'll roll its way to victory.

  • Paper Star

    Light as paper with impressive flight capabilities. Fragile, but offers excellent acceleration.

  • Chariot

    A safe, stable ride thanks to its two-wheeled design. Turns sharp corners with reliable agility.

  • Battle Chariot

    A heavyweight hunk of a machine that tears up the road and can send enemies flying.

  • Tank Star

    Rushes forward on Boost Dashes. Boost Charges help it tackle turns at a rapid pace.

  • Turbo Star

    Boasts impressive speed, but proves stubborn and slow when it comes to steering.

  • Swerve Star

    Ride it forward, then stop it suddenly! Ride, then stop! Ride! Stop! Ride! Stop!

  • Formula Star

    If it can maintain momentum and avoid slowing down, its top speed is second to none!

  • Jet Star

    Accelerates greatly when lifting off the ground. Launch skyward and take off like a bullet!

  • Hop Star

    Jumps each time it Quick Spins. Useful for hopping right over enemies and terrain.

  • Wheelie Scooter

    A stylish minibike that offers high maneuverability. Boost Charges make sharp turns a breeze.

  • Transform Star

    Quick Spins make it shift between its two modes star form and bike form. Use them wisely!

  • Bull Tank

    A bulky tank with thick plates of armor. Charges forward without worrying about damage!

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