It started at Maggiora in Italy on 16 April, and ended at Villars-sous-Écot in France on 17 September.
A 9-round calendar for the 2017 season was announced on 20 October 2016.
An 8-round calendar for the 2017 season was announced on 20 October 2016.
During race 1, Moldovan rider Igor Cuharciuc succumbed to his injuries following a crash.
In response the race was red flagged and the rest of the EMX85 championship cancelled.