John Penton (born August 19, 1925)[1] is an American professional motorcycle racer and entrepreneur who developed an enduro motorcycle brand that bore his name.[1][2] A national champion enduro rider, he was an influential figure in the development of off-road motorcycle racing in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s.[1] He also founded a successful off-road motorcycle boot and apparel company.[1] Penton was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1998.[1]