The inaugural FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup is officially here, and it’s kicking off in a big way at the MotoGP Grand Prix of the Americas this weekend at Circuit of the Americas. What started as an ambitious global expansion of V-twin racing has quickly turned into one of the most anticipated new race series in years—bringing full-spec bagger race bikes to the world stage alongside MotoGP.

Backed by Harley-Davidson and sanctioned by the FIM, the series blends American bagger racing DNA with international competition, and based on the first official test, it’s already delivering.

The opening round features a tight but stacked nine-rider grid representing four continents, underscoring just how quickly this series has gained global traction. Teams include:

• Saddlemen Racing (USA) – 3 bikes
• Joe Rascal Racing (Australia) – 3 bikes
• Niti Racing (Indonesia) – 2 bikes
• ParkinGO Team (Italy) – 1 bike

The addition of Italy’s ParkinGO Team—known for world championship success in Supersport—signals just how serious this championship is becoming from a technical and competitive standpoint.

2026 TEAMS/RIDER LINEUP

SADDLEMEN RACE DEVELOPMENT 

On the rider side, familiar names from the U.S. V-twin scene like Travis Wyman, Cory West, and Jake Lewis line up against international talent, creating a unique crossover grid of bagger specialists and world-level road racers.

#10 TRAVIS WYMAN (USA) – SADDLEMEN RACING

Travis Wyman has built a strong reputation in American V-twin road racing, known for his consistency, race-winning pace, and technical feedback. Competing at the highest level of heavyweight bagger competition in the United States, Wyman has secured multiple victories and podium finishes aboard Harley-Davidson machinery. His experience with large-displacement V-twin platforms makes him a valuable asset for Saddlemen Racing.

#13 CORY WEST (USA) – SADDLEMEN RACING

Cory West is a highly experienced American road racer with more than two decades of professional competition, including the MotoAmerica Super Hooligan championship title in 2024. Known for his versatility and technical insight, he has built a strong reputation racing large-displacement V-twin machinery at the highest level of American bagger competition. His race-winning experience and development feedback make him a key contributor to the Saddlemen Racing program.

#85 JAKE LEWIS (USA) – SADDLEMEN RACING

Jake Lewis is a proven American road racer with extensive experience across multiple national racing categories. Known for his natural speed and disciplined riding style, Lewis has been a consistent contender in top-level V-twin bagger competition in the United States. In 2012, he won the AMA Pro SuperSport East Championship, earning Rookie of the Year honors. In 2021, he won the MotoAmerica Stock 1000 title. His aggressive approach and race craft add depth and competitiveness to the Saddlemen Racing lineup.

JOE RASCAL RACING

#34 CODY WYMAN (USA) – JOE RASCAL RACING

Cody Wyman has established himself as a leading competitor in American racing, earning multiple victories and podium finishes in MotoAmerica Super Hooligan. His familiarity with Harley-Davidson race machinery and assertive riding style position him as a strong contender on the world stage.

#51 ERIC GRANADO (BRA) – JOE RASCAL RACING

Eric Granado is one of Brazil’s most accomplished international riders, with a distinguished record in MotoE World Cup competition and experience in Moto2 and World Superbike. Known for precision and adaptability, Granado brings world championship experience and technical depth to the Bagger World Cup.

#69 ARCHIE MCDONALD (AUS) – JOE RASCAL RACING

Archie McDonald represents Australia’s emerging generation of road racers. With experience in national superbike competition, he combines determination with disciplined race management and adds fresh energy to the Joe Rascal Racing lineup.

NITI RACING

#20 DIMAS EKKY PRATAMA (INA) – NITI RACING

Dimas Ekky Pratama is one of Indonesia’s most internationally experienced riders, having competed in Moto2 World Championship events and the FIM CEV Moto2 European Championship. A leading presence in Asia Road Racing, Pratama combines adaptability, resilience, and race intelligence, reflecting Indonesia’s growing presence in global circuit competition.

#99 OSCAR GUTIÉRREZ (ESP) – NITI RACING

Oscar Gutiérrez is a former World Supersport 300 Champion with experience across Supersport and Superbike categories. His balanced riding style and championship background bring maturity and consistency to Niti Racing.

PARKINGO TEAM

#27 FILIPPO ROVELLI (ITA) – PARKINGO TEAM

Filippo Rovelli enters the championship backed by the experienced ParkinGO Team structure. With European racing experience and a strong development focus, Rovelli represents the next generation of Italian talent within the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup.

To ensure parity and performance, the championship is built around a controlled technical package featuring top-tier partners:

• Dunlop tires
• Brembo braking systems
• Öhlins suspension
• Akrapovič exhaust systems
• Panta racing fuels
• STM clutches and Regina drivetrains

This combination brings true factory-level performance to a spec-style platform, ensuring close racing while keeping development costs in check.

Race weekend follows a traditional MotoGP-style format:

• Friday (March 27): Practice & Qualifying
• Saturday: Race 1
• Sunday: Race 2

One unique twist? The paddock and garages are integrated into the fan zone, giving spectators an up-close look at these heavyweight race machines and the teams behind them.

The Bagger World Cup represents a major shift for V-twin performance culture. What started as a niche American racing category has now gone global—landing on the biggest stage in motorcycle racing.

With international talent, factory-backed tech, and unmistakable Harley-Davidson character, this weekend at COTA isn’t just another race—it’s the beginning of a new chapter in motorcycle racing.

And if the first test is any indication, this thing is about to get loud—in every sense of the word.