SDI Signs 2X MotoAmerica Bagger Champion Tyler O’Hara

SDI Signs 2X MotoAmerica Bagger Champion Tyler O’Hara

© 2026, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. From a press release issued By SDI Racing

SDI RACING ENTERS THE 2026 KING OF THE BAGGERS SEASON WITH TYLER O’HARA

Two-time MotoAmerica King of the Baggers Champion Tyler O’Hara joins SDI Racing for the 2026 championship season.

SDI Racing, LLC proudly announces the signing of two-time MotoAmerica King of the Baggers Champion Tyler O’Hara, who will race the Indian Motorcycle factory-supported SDI Racing Indian Challenger in the 2026 MotoAmerica King of the Baggers season.

Former factory Indian Motorcycle team rider, MotoAmerica champion and one of the most respected competitors in American road racing, O’Hara’s return to full-time competition with SDI Racing marks an exciting new chapter for the team. He brings a championship-winning background that includes multiple MotoAmerica titles and a Bonneville Land Speed record. Known for his technical feedback, consistency, and ability to perform under pressure, O’Hara is a natural fit for SDI Racing’s performance-driven program.

Indian Motorcycle's Tyler O'Hara at Bonneville Salt Flats. Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle Racing.
Tyler O’Hara at Bonneville Salt Flats, where he set a class record in 2025.
Tyler O'Hara is the 2022 MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers Champion. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Tyler O’Hara won the 2020 and 2022 MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers Championships. He’s shown here in 2022. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Tyler O’Hara, No. 29:

“I’m excited to join the SDI Racing Team for the 2026 MotoAmerica King of the Baggers season. SDI has proven they can win races, and the work the team has put in gives me full confidence that we have the tools to be competitive. I trained hard all winter and am ready to go racing. The goal is clear: podiums, wins and a shot at the National Championship. Big thanks to SDI Racing and to all our partners and sponsors for their trust and support.”

For the 2026 season, SDI Racing returns with a refined and unified program, bringing back the same core crew now operating with greater cohesion and momentum. Finishing the 2025 season on the top step of the podium, the team is energized to build on its foundation with O’Hara as it sets its sights on strong results throughout the championship series.

Joe Tardiff, Chief Operating Officer, SDI Racing:

“Tyler brings an incredible amount of experience and professionalism to the team. His understanding of the motorcycle, his craft and his approach to development align perfectly with what we’re building at SDI Racing. We’re excited to get to work, continue strengthening our program and compete at the level we know this team is capable of.”

SDI Racing continues its strong partnership with support from Cameron Ashley, Law Tigers, Drag Specialties and SDI Insulation, with additional support from S&S, Dunlop, K-Tech Suspension, Indian Motorcycle, FreedomRoad Financial, Motion Pro, RMR Construction and LWG Construction for the 2026 race season. More exciting partnerships will be announced soon.

The 2026 MotoAmerica King of the Baggers season kicks off March 5 on the high banks of the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. For more information regarding the King of the Baggers series, visit MotoAmerica.com.

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