FOUR RIDERS, TWO RACES, ONE TITLE: BAGGER WORLD CUP HEADS TO AUSTRIA FOR CHAMPIONSHIP FINALE

McDonald, Granado, Gutiérrez and Iannone remain in contention for the inaugural title as Max Flinders joins the grid for the decisive final round at the Red Bull Ring.

MILWAUKEE (September 15, 2026) – The inaugural FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup reaches its decisive conclusion at the Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring from September 18–20, with four riders still in contention for the championship and 50 points available across the final two races of the season.

After five rounds and ten races, Joe Rascal Racing teammates Archie McDonald and Eric Granado, and Niti Racing teammates Oscar Gutiérrez and Andrea Iannone will arrive in Austria with a mathematical chance of becoming the first FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup Champion.

Adding to the excitement of the Championship Finale, Max Flinders will make his FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup debut with ParkinGO Team, supported for the Austrian round by Mad Monkey Motorsports / Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson, replacing Filippo Rovelli, who is unable to compete due to a scheduling conflict with the Italian National Championship.

A longtime MotoAmerica competitor with experience in both Superbike and bagger racing, Flinders currently competes in Mission King of the Baggers with Mad Monkey Motorsports / Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson aboard the #88 Harley-Davidson Road Glide. Their one-off partnership with ParkinGO Team adds another accomplished American bagger racer to the Austrian grid alongside two-time and reigning Mission King of the Baggers champion Kyle Wyman, racing as an independent wildcard with Wegner Automotive x KWR (Kyle Wyman Racing), and defending Mission Super Hooligan National Champion James Rispoli, who joins Joe Rascal Racing.

Jeffrey Schuessler – Director of Global Racing Programs, Harley-Davidson
“This is exactly the kind of Championship Finale we hoped to create when we launched the FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup. After five rounds and 10 races, we arrive at the Red Bull Ring with four riders still capable of becoming our first World Champion. Everything will be decided across two final races, and that says a lot about how competitive this inaugural season has been.

We’re also very happy to welcome Max Flinders to the Bagger World Cup. Max brings significant experience from both Superbike and bagger racing in the United States, and his entry creates a great connection between ParkinGO Team and Mad Monkey Motorsports / Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson.

Together with Kyle Wyman and James Rispoli, Max will add even more experience and talent to an already competitive grid. With four riders fighting for the title, 50 points available and three accomplished American bagger racers joining us for the finale, we have all the ingredients for a very special weekend at the Red Bull Ring.”

Edoardo Rovelli – Team Manager, ParkinGO Team
“Unfortunately, Filippo is unable to join us in Austria, so we looked for a rider and a partner with proven bagger racing experience. Max and Mad Monkey Motorsports were a natural fit, combining ParkinGO’s experience in the Bagger World Cup with their expertise in Harley-Davidson performance and Max’s extensive experience racing baggers. We’re excited to see what we can achieve together at the Red Bull Ring.”

Max Flinders – Rider, ParkinGO Team
“I still can’t quite believe this opportunity. I’ve dreamed of racing as part of the MotoGP paddock since I was three years old. I’ve raced alongside MotoGP before at COTA, but actually being part of the show and competing in the FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup is something completely different.

I know the Road Glide well from racing in King of the Baggers, but Austria will be a new challenge: a new team, a new championship and a circuit I’ve never raced before. The level of competition is incredibly high, so I’m excited to see where we stand and give it everything from the first session.

I’m incredibly grateful to ParkinGO Team for this opportunity and to Mad Monkey Motorsports, Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson and Art Moto for helping make it possible. I can’t wait. Red Bull Ring, here I come!”

Branon White – Team Owner, Mad Monkey Motorsports
“We’re incredibly excited to join forces with ParkinGO Team for the final round of the FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup in Austria. For a small, family-run business like Mad Monkey Motorsports, built around developing and racing Harley-Davidson motorcycles in the United States, the opportunity to work alongside a team of this caliber and compete on such a prestigious international stage is truly a dream come true. We’re extremely proud to be part of it and to see Max representing our program at the Red Bull Ring.”

CHAMPIONSHIP FINALE ENTRY LIST
#2 Max Toth (USA) – Saddlemen Race Development
#10 Travis Wyman (USA) – Saddlemen Race Development
#20 Dimas Ekky Pratama (INA) – Niti Racing
#29 Andrea Iannone (ITA) – Niti Racing
#33 Kyle Wyman (USA) – Wegner Automotive x KWR (Kyle Wyman Racing) – Wildcard
#43 James Rispoli (USA) – Joe Rascal Racing
#51 Eric Granado (BRA) – Joe Rascal Racing
#69 Archie McDonald (AUS) – Joe Rascal Racing
#85 Jake Lewis (USA) – Saddlemen Race Development
#88 Max Flinders (USA) – ParkinGO Team
#99 Oscar Gutiérrez (SPA) – Niti Racing

CHAMPIONSHIP BATTLE
Just 27 points separate championship leader Archie McDonald from fourth-placed Andrea Iannone heading into Austria. McDonald leads with 174 points, seven ahead of Eric Granado on 167, with Oscar Gutiérrez third on 148 and Andrea Iannone fourth on 147. With 50 points available across the two races, all four remain in contention for the inaugural title.

Championship Standings after Round 5

1. Archie McDonald (AUS) – 174
2. Eric Granado (BRA) – 167
3. Oscar Gutiérrez (SPA) – 148
4. Andrea Iannone (ITA) – 147
5. Filippo Rovelli (ITA) – 99
6. Jake Lewis (USA) – 97
7. Jordi Torres (SPA) – 77
8. Travis Wyman (USA) – 71
9. Cory West (USA) – 56
10. Dimas Ekky Pratama (INA) – 44
11. Max Toth (USA) – 41
12. Bradley Smith (GBR) – 36
13. Cody Wyman (USA) – 26

AUSTRIAN GP WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Friday, September 18
12:40–1:00 PM – Free Practice 1
5:05–5:25 PM – Free Practice 2

Saturday, September 19
12:10–12:30 PM – Qualifying
4:10 PM – Race 1 (9 laps)

Sunday, September 20
8:55 AM – Race 2 (9 laps)

EXPERIENCE THE ACTION AT THE RED BULL RING
Tickets for the FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup Championship Finale are selling fast. Dedicated Bagger World Cup ticket packages include dedicated motorcycle parking, reserved grandstand seating and access to the Bagger World Cup paddock, with team garages open and visible to fans for an up-close look at the motorcycles, riders and teams.

With limited availability remaining, fans are encouraged to secure their tickets now and be there when the first FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup Champion is crowned.

WATCH THE TITLE DECIDER WITH HARLEY-DAVIDSON
From September 18–20, Harley-Davidson dealerships across Europe will host Bagger World Cup Watch Parties, bringing fans and riders together to follow the action from Austria.

Part of Harley-Davidson’s Open House weekend, the Watch Parties will combine Bagger World Cup and MotoGP racing with the atmosphere of the Harley-Davidson community.

Fans can check with their local authorized Harley-Davidson dealership for Watch Party details, timings and activities.