The Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup is about to kick off and tickets are on sale.
The inaugural Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup is gearing up for its debut season in 2026, with major milestones recently announced regarding its expanding grid, official race format, and ticket availability. In partnership with MotoGP™, this global racing series will showcase high-performance “bagger” motorcycles on some of the world’s most iconic circuits across North America and Europe.
Provisional Grid and Global Participation
The competition is drawing significant international interest, with the provisional entry list now expanding to include Niti Racing from Indonesia. They join an elite group of previously confirmed teams, including Saddlemen Race Development (USA), Cecchini Racing Garage (Italy), and Joe Rascal Racing (Australia).
In a further boost to the championship’s depth, Joe Rascal Racing has received approval to field a third rider. This brings the current provisional count to four teams and nine riders, providing a solid foundation for the series’ first year. A full provisional rider line-up is expected to be unveiled in the coming weeks.
High-Performance Engineering
The motorcycles competing in the Bagger World Cup are technically sophisticated machines built on Harley-Davidson’s Grand American Touring platform. Transformed by Harley-Davidson Factory Racing, these purpose-built competition bikes feature:
- Milwaukee-Eight V-Twin 131R race-modified motors.
- Performance levels exceeding 200 horsepower.
- Top speeds of up to 300 km/h (186 mph).
- Extensive weight reduction and specialized aerodynamic development.
- Race-ready chassis, suspension, and braking packages.
2026 Weekend Schedule Format
Harley-Davidson and MotoGP™ have confirmed a structured weekend format for the six-round championship. For rounds in the United States, Netherlands, Great Britain, Spain (Aragón), and Austria, the schedule follows a three-day cycle:
- Friday: Two Free Practice sessions (FP1 and FP2).
- Saturday: Midday Qualifying followed by Race 1 in the afternoon, held immediately after the MotoGP™ Tissot Sprint.
- Sunday: Race 2, scheduled to complement the main Grand Prix events.
A unique modified format will be applied for the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello, where both qualifying and practice occur on Friday, followed by two races on Saturday.
Exclusive Fan Packages Now Available
Ticket packages for all six rounds are now on sale, offering fans a premium experience. These dedicated Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup packages include access to branded grandstands, dedicated motorcycle parking, and a Harley-Davidson Fan Pack. Fans will also enjoy exclusive access to the paddock, team garages, and the all-new Harley-Davidson Fan Zone.
2026 Season Calendar:
- March 27-29: Circuit of the Americas, USA
- May 29-31: Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello, Italy
- June 26-28: TT Circuit Assen, Netherlands
- August 7-9: Silverstone Circuit, Great Britain
- August 28-30: MotorLand Aragón, Spain
- September 18-20: Red Bull Ring, Austria (Championship Round)
As the world’s first global racing series dedicated to high-performance baggers, the Bagger World Cup represents a new frontier in motorcycle sport, blending traditional V-twin character with world-class racing excellence.
