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.

RACING

  • 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 bikes, 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.

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    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.

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    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).