As the inaugural season of the FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup approaches its opening event in Austin, Texas, Harley-Davidson and MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group have announced a further update to the championship entry list. The addition of a new team and two riders continues to shape an increasingly international and competitive grid ahead of the series’ on-track debut, with the first official pre-season test scheduled for March 21–22 at Circuit of the Americas.
The latest entry in the list of participating teams is ParkinGO Team, one of Italy’s most established international racing organizations, which will compete with a one-bike entry. Founded by Giuliano Rovelli and managed by his son Edoardo, ParkinGO Team is a former FIM Supersport World Championship–winning team with extensive experience in Moto2, World Supersport, and international endurance racing. The team will field Filippo Rovelli (#27), marking a new chapter for the Rovelli family within the global Harley-Davidson racing project.
In addition, Saddlemen Racing has expanded its program to a three-bike effort, further strengthening the competitiveness and depth of the championship.
CURRENT 2026 TEAM ENTRY LIST:
• Joe Rascal Racing (Australia) – 3 bikes
• Niti Racing (Indonesia) – 2 bikes
• ParkinGO Team (Italy) – 1 bike
• Saddlemen Racing (USA) – 3 bikes
As preparations continue for the inaugural season, discussions remain ongoing with current and prospective teams regarding possible future developments. Cecchini Racing’s provisional entry is currently on standby after the team was unable to finalize the required guarantees for Round 1.
The current lineup highlights the truly international character of the championship, with riders and teams representing four different continents. This global diversity reflects the broad appeal of the series and reinforces the ambition of the FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup to establish a new competitive platform capable of uniting racing cultures and audiences from around the world.
2026 RIDER LINEUP:
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
The grid will be in action this weekend March 21 & 22 at COTA for the official pre-season test before racing gets underway alongside MotoGP at the Red Bull Grand Prix of the United States! Make sure to tune in.
