MotoGP officially unveiled the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup, along with its full 2026 race calendar, marking the launch of the first global racing series dedicated to high-performance Harley-Davidson bagger motorcycles. Announced at a press conference at Austria’s iconic Red Bull Ring, the six-round series will debut next year, bringing American V-Twin power to legendary circuits across the U.S. and Europe.
“The launch of the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup signals a bold new era for Harley-Davidson and for the sport of motorcycle racing,” claimed outgoing CEO Jochen Zeitz. “This series is about pushing the limits of our machines, our riders, and our brand, on a global stage. We’re proud to partner with MotoGP to bring this vision to life.”
Based on Harley-Davidson’s Grand American Touring platform, Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup race bikes will be radically transformed for speed, agility, and spectacle, offering fans a visceral new kind of racing experience unlike anything currently on the MotoGP schedule. The series kicks off in the United States before making its way across Europe and onto the global stage. From the hills of Mugello to the historic straights of Silverstone, the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup will bring distinctive American performance and international competition together in a six-round championship.
“We’re always looking for ways to innovate and expand, both at the track for our record crowds as we continue our evolution, and to grow the reach of the sport even further – staying faithful to what fans love about MotoGP but finding ways to connect with new audiences,” added Carlos Ezpeleta, Chief Sporting Officer of MotoGP rights holder Dorna Sports: “The Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup fulfills the brief. It will be a fantastic addition to race weekends for fans onsite at the same time as connecting our sport to one of the most iconic lifestyle and cultural brands in North America – and the world.”
2026 Race Calendar
Grand Prix of The Americas – Circuit of the Americas (USA): March 27–29
Grand Prix of Italy – Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello (Italy): May 29–31
Grand Prix of the Netherlands – TT Circuit Assen (Netherlands): June 26–28
Grand Prix of the United Kingdom – Silverstone Circuit (UK): August 7–9
Grand Prix of Aragon – MotorLand Aragón (Spain): August 28–30
Grand Prix of Austria – Red Bull Ring (Austria): September 18–20 – Championship Round
Austria’s Red Bull Ring will host the final and title-awarding round, honoring the country’s deep motorsport heritage and growing prominence on the global racing stage.
The Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup was first teased earlier this year during the Grand Prix of France at the legendary Le Mans circuit, where Harley-Davidson and MotoGP shared their joint vision for a global bagger racing championship. The response from fans, media, and the industry was immediate and enthusiastic, setting the stage for the full reveal August 15, 2025.
