Motorcycle racers lean into a turn on a track, riding beneath a large Texas flag waving overhead

BAGGER WORLD CUP: EXPECT THE UNEXCPECTED

The first round of the FIM Harley‑Davidson Bagger World Cup in Austin was more than a debut—it was a statement on motorsport’s biggest stage.

RACING

  • Number 38 Bradley Smith takes the bank at Daytona International Speedway at full speed during a King of the Baggers race

    BACK ON THE BANKS: KING OF THE BAGGERS AND SUPER HOOLIGANS SEASON OPENER AT DAYTONA

    Harley‑Davidson Racing electrified Daytona with fierce battles and dominant podium sweeps that set the stage for an adrenaline‑packed season.

  • The author films a motorcycle speeding across the finish line on a desert racetrack from above

    KING OF THE BAGGERS: DESERT THUNDER AT PODIUM CLUB

    A surprise day at a remote Arizona track delivered an up-close look at Harley-Davidson’s King of the Baggers race motorcycles, the tech behind them, and the riders pushing them to the edge.

  • Briar Bauman carries a checkered flag as he circles a dirt track after winning a race

    BRIAR BAUMAN – FATHER – FIGHTER – CHAMPION

    He balances the raw spirit and energy of an old school racer with the athleticism and acute intelligence of the modern competitor. It’s a sight to see, and when he’s on, it’s on.

  • Harley-Davidson Factory Racing crew works on motorcycles inside a busy paddock garage lined with tools and equipment.

    THE CREW BEHIND THE KINGS: INSIDE HARLEY-DAVIDSON FACTORY RACING

    This Q&A highlights the dedicated crew behind Harley-Davidson Factory Racing, revealing the people, work, and nonstop commitment that fuel every victory.

  • Bradley Smith races on the track on his HD Bagger

    PUSH THE LIMIT: SEASON 3

    See the action from the track to the paddock in Harley-Davidson’s series following our King of the Baggers and Super Hooligan series contenders.

  • Kyle Wyman, Bradley Smith, and James Rispoli all lean through a corner one right after another during a King of the Baggers race.

    HARLEY-DAVIDSON FACTORY RACING CLOSES OUT A MONSTER 2025 

    Wyman crowned King, Rispoli the Hooligan champ, two Manufacturer titles stacked on top. Harley’s 2025 season of dominance is complete.

  • Kyle Wyman surrounded by the Harley-Davidson Factory Racing team celebrates victory on the podium at Circuit of the Americas.

    KYLE WYMAN LOCKS DOWN 2025 KING OF THE BAGGERS TITLE

    The H-D Factory Racing performance throughout the season was dominant, resulting in securing the championship well before the end of the season.

  • James Rispoli celebrates with his Harley-Davidson team on the podium.

    RISPOLI STUNS, TAKES SUPER HOOLIGAN CROWN ON H-D PAN AMERICA ST

    Solid performances throughout the weekend translated into the points required to leapfrog both rivals in the final tally, securing his first Mission Super Hooligan National Championship.

  • HARLEY-DAVIDSON bagger racing bike by racing track

    HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER RACING GOES GLOBAL IN 2026  

    Welcome to Harley-Davidson BaggerGP.  

  • A closeup of Bradley Smith riding his bright orange bagger around a curve on the track.

    HARD RACING, HEAVY WEATHER, AND HIGH STAKES AT ROAD ATLANTA

    Relive the weekend’s top moments from the race track with H-D Staff Photographer Josh Kurpius’ photos from the track and in the paddock.

  • Bradley Smith gets low in a corner on his number thirty-eight motorcycle

    OUR TOP 10 FROM DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY

    H-D Staff Photographer Josh Kurpius shared his top 10 photos from the track where H-D riders executed a clean sweep.

  • Kyle Wyman rides sideways on a dirt flat track

    KYLE WYMAN XR750 AT ELKHORN

    Kyle Wyman takes his old XR750 out of hibernation and onto the track.

  • Bradley Smith stands before his number, 38

    INSIDE THE MIND OF A RACER: BRADLEY SMITH 

    We had the chance to sit down with Bradley to talk about life on the track. 

  • Kyle Wyman stands before his number, 33

    KYLE WYMAN’S RACE TO THE CHAMPIONSHIP 

    Kyle Wyman’s journey from local tracks to the professional circuit.

  • Cory West looks determined on his H-D Pan America in the pits

    GET TO KNOW SUPER HOOLIGAN CHAMP CORY WEST 

    The reigning champion seeks another #1 plate on his H-D Pan America ST. 

  • James Rispoli stands in his racing leathers looking up

    JAMES RISPOLI IS RUNNING THE RACES 

    Big Dreams and a Sweet Ride (or Two).