AMA Pro Racing and Cory Texter Race Promotions

AFT and Cory Texter Race Promotions - Grand National Championship 

AMA Pro Racing and Cory Texter Race Promotions have released the details of their ambitious collaboration ahead of the 2026 Progressive American Flat Track season - a collaboration which will "pave the road to the Grand National Championship for the future stars of the sport." 

As part of this initiative, each of the first seven stops on the 2026 AFT calendar will be preceded by an AMA-sanctioned Mission Foods CTR Showcase Event to be held at the same venue on the day before the subsequent American Flat Track National. 

As well as introducing aspiring young amateur racers to the Progressive AFT paddock it will provide them with an opportunity to showcase their skills in front of the key stakeholders of the sport. 

Each Mission Foods CTR Showcase Event will feature the 450 Road to AFT class, which will utilize the same technical rules as the all-new AFT 450 ProSport class. The top 12 finishers in the Road to AFT Main Events will automatically qualify for an AFT 450 ProSport license and will be granted entry for the following day's National event. 

Additionally, points from the Road to AFT class can be applied toward earning an AMA Pro Expert license for the 2027 season. 

2025 Horizon Award Winner Bodie Paige (65) races at the 'O to the H' Nationals in Harpster, OH in 2025. (pic credit - Cory Texter Promotions)

"This direct pipeline connects the amateur and pro ranks of motorcycle dirt track racing like never before, helping ensure that the most promising talents are identified and provided with the maximum opportunity to both build their individual careers and strengthen the sport as a whole. 

"By its very design, AFT 450 ProSport plays a critical role in that masterplan. This stepping-stone class is built around stock 450 cc single-cylinder motorcycles featuring minimal modifications. As such, AFT 450 ProSport reduces financial barriers while creating a level playing field that showcases rider talent more so than equipment to encourage broad participation from grassroots racers.  

"With lowered operating and bike preparation costs, amateurs, privateers, small teams, and regional aces alike will be provided a shared arena in which they can demonstrate their ability before a national audience. 

Cory Texter, two-time AFT Production Twins Champion and founder of Cory Texter Race Promotions is the man behind the plan and he said: "It's been a long time coming, and we've been working tirelessly to make this happen. It's a great opportunity for amateur riders to compete at the same venues as the professional series, racing in front of professional teams and partners. 

"We will be at different venues all around the country, which was important so that we could provide this opportunity to riders from as wide a geographic area as possible. For as long as I can remember, my passion has been growing the sport, and I am excited to take this important step toward that goal." 

In addition to the 450 Road to AFT class, the AMA-sanctioned Mission Foods CTR Showcase events will feature amateur classes for all ages and motorcycle sizes, providing riders the opportunity to compete at professional-level facilities in front of the Progressive American Flat Track fans attending the weekend's races. 

www.americanflattrack.com

Mission Foods CTR Showcase Event Schedule 

• March 4, 2026 - Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I, Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, FL
  (Progressive AFT Nationals on March 5-6)
  
  
• March 20, 2026 - Atlanta Short Track, Senoia Raceway, Senoia, GA (Progressive AFT National on March 21) 
  
  
• April 24, 2026 - Ventura Short Track, Ventura Raceway, Ventura, CA (Progressive AFT National on April 25) 
  
  
• May 1, 2026 - Silver Dollar Short Track, Silver Dollar Speedway, Chico, CA (Progressive AFT National on May 2) 
  
  
• May 15, 2026 - ThrottleFest, Budds Creek Motocross Park, Mechanicsville, MD (Progressive AFT National on May 16) 
  
  
• May 22, 2026 - Williams Grove Half-Mile, Williams Grove, Mechanicsburg, PA (Progressive AFT National on May 23) 
  
  
• June 5, 2026 - Nashville Short Track, Tennessee National Raceway, Hohenwald, TN (Progressive AFT National on June 6) 

S&S Cycle

S&S Cycle - $50,000 in BRL and NHRA Race Contingency

S&S Cycle, the Viola, Wisconsin based home of 'Proven Performance' has a legacy that is "carved in racing. From our start in 1958 until today, we have always been involved in racing. In recognition of that heritage we have revitalized our Race Department to put real focus on racing, especially those of our dealers who race and all our customers who share our never-ending pursuit of going faster.

"The Race Department will be all about high-performance motorcycle racing parts. From NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle and King of the Baggers to Bagger Racing League (BRL), Bonneville, and grassroots drag racing, we will be focused on the components built for riders who demand proven performance. Expect new product launches, race-tested parts, track updates, and standout components worth revisiting."

In a first big announcement that sets the stage for their reinvigorated focus, S&S has announced a contingency program of nearly $50,000 for NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle and Bagger Racing League competitors in 2026. 

"Whether you race NHRA or BRL, S&S Cycle is backing competitors who are pushing for the win."

www.sscycle.com

Feuling Parts

Maximum Output AR Exhausts for M8 Baggers

These AR (Anti-Reversion) exhaust systems from Feuling Parts in California feature triple-stepped head pipes and straight can muffler design. They are available in brushed stainless or show polish finish, with short or long tapered end caps.

The triple stepping in these handcrafted, tuned length 2 into 1 high performance exhaust systems for M8 Touring Models are 1 3/4" to 1 7/8" to 2" with large 2 3/4" collector exit and stepped 2 3/4" to 2 7/8" 'Dogball' muffler core. The two different end cap lengths options allows the exhaust to sit flush with the standard or extended H-D saddlebags. Matching Pseudo pipes are available as well (Part #5903, #5903SP, #5904, or #5904SP).

"Our patented Anti-Reversion chamber technology (Patent # US 4206600 A & 6336471 B1) has been transferred from Feuling performance automotive developed designs dating back to the 1970s. 

"Designed to increase power, throttle response and fuel economy they also reduce carbon deposits and cylinder temperatures. This is achieved by the overlapping bulb chamber inside that trap negative exhaust waves carrying heat and spent gases.

"By blocking these waves, we also reduce exhaust gas from re-entering the combustion chamber, allowing for a more positive intake charge and crisper throttle response. This will also allow for a leaner tune increasing fuel economy.

"The Stepped 'Dogball' Muffler inserts (Patent #5,173,576) are another patented technology - this one dating back to the early 1990s. Designed to minimize the drone/hollow noise common in straight through mufflers and absorb high pitch frequencies, they produce a unique deep tone while maintaining inertia. 

"Providing excellent low to mid-range torque and a signature high RPM note, the baffles are wrapped with stainless mat then fiberglass packing to extend packing life. The high-flow billet end cap that is finished is tapered on the inside for optimal flow and sound."

The 1 3/4" stepped head pipe into the Feuling Anti-Reversion chamber steppes to 1 7/8" then to 2". The head pipes enter a true performance merge collector with a 2 3/4" exit into the straight can muffler - the baffle is stepped 2 3/4" to 2 7/8".

This system comes standard with 18 mm 02 bungs; adapters are included to run the factory style 12 mm 02 sensors. FEULING Exhaust Systems are hand tig welded, and hand brushed or hand polished for a high-grade show finish.

FEULING PARTS

www.feulingparts.com

Drag Specialties and Gilles Tooling

Drag Specialties - Gilles Adjustable Heel Toe Kits

Shift into gear with these adjustable heel/toe shifter kits from Drag Specialties and Gilles Tooling. They are constructed of CNC-milled 6082 T6 aluminum and allow shorter motion for shifting. Available in either black or black/gold finishes for 99-25 FLHT/FLHX/ FLTRX/FLTRU/FLTRK, 09-25 H-D FL Trike and 00-17 FLST models. 

DRAG SPECIALTIES

www.dragspecialties.com

www.gillestooling.com

Hawg Halters

Hawg Halters - Dominator Billet Fork Brace

The Hawg Halters (HHI) skunk works in the hills of Georgia has hit the ground running for 2026 with a choice of two innovative new Fork Braces for 49 mm 2014 and up HD Touring Bikes.

Bolt-On

First up is the all-new Bolt-On Billet Fork Brace for popular Touring Bike applications. The robust grade eight bolt attaching hardware, adjustable clamping design, and precision fit "deliver a tunable installation that is easy to setup and flows well with your custom or stock build."

Additionally, the new Integral Billet Fork Brace Kit is designed to seamlessly mount on a brand-new set of Dominator Billet Legs created specifically for the fork brace kit installation. 

Integral

Significantly stepping performance bagger handling by several notches, they are built in HHI's traditional 6061 CNC billet, "these braces not only look great but are inherently strong as well. The braces are available in Machine, Black & Chrome finishes." They are shipped complete with hardware and mounting instructions.

HAWG HALTERS INC.

www.hawghalters.com

Lyndall Brakes

Lyndall Starts Monolithic V-Twin Wheel Production

San Marcos, Texas based Lyndall Brakes has confirmed the start of production on an awaited monolithic wheel - what it describes as "the world's first truly monolithic wheel designed specifically for V-Twin motorcycles."

"This groundbreaking wheel sets a new benchmark in motorcycle design and engineering," according to CEO Paul Kittrell. "This isn't just a new product - it's a new category."

Weighing as little as 9 lbs 5 oz, "it is lighter and more rigid than anything previously available on the market" says Paul. "It features a boltless front-wheel design, made possible by our patented Lug-Drive attachment system - eliminating the need for traditional hardware and reducing potential points of failure.

The first set made its debut at the Circuit of the Americas in September, on Max Flinders #88 Road Glide in the KOTB round there - and he ran with them again at the season finale at the New Jersey Motorsports Park. Max is quoted as saying that "I was stunned by how light they were when I picked them up the first time. 

"We got so many people taking pictures of them at the track because they look amazing. But my favourite thing is how they feel on the bike. The first time I hit the track I noticed just how the 'flickability' was easier allowing me to throw the bike around with ease."

Designed with plug-and-play fitment for Harley-Davidson models, Paul says this wheel combines "effortless installation with serious performance gains. Precision forged, turned, and milled in the USA, this innovation reflects Lyndall Brakes' ongoing commitment to American craftsmanship and cutting-edge design.

"Our monolithic wheel delivers unmatched weight savings and structural integrity, all while maintaining a sleek, hardware-free aesthetic that V-Twin riders will appreciate."

The wheel itself is forged in southern California - "in the same forging house as globally recognized brands". This project has been in the making for three years now - the idea being conceived during the 2022 King of the Baggers season, when Lyndall was the preferred wheel choice for the factory Indian / S&S Cycles team.

"One of the key things we love about MotoAmerica is that it is a very unforgiving environment that extracts the most from any team, rider, or manufacturer. This has driven our relentless pursuit of perfection - never settling for good enough. "

Initially focussed on Harley-Davidson models, Paul has plans to expand compatibility into other markets in the future.

The launch of the monolithic wheel comes on the heels of several recent product expansions from Lyndall Brakes, including new USA-made brake lines for improved durability and performance and expanded brake pad compounds engineered for a wider range of riding styles and conditions, including new fitments to accommodate the evolving demands in the V-Twin and performance motorcycle segments.

LYNDALL RACING BRAKES

www.lyndallbrakes.com

Kellermann

Kellermann 'Blisk'

The new Kellerman 'Blisk' "sets new visual standards with angular dynamics and clear optics for an unmistakable presence".

Kellermann describes its polished profile and prismatic edges as "reflecting the DNA of sports bikes. Every line is a dynamic statement, every angle a tribute to pure riding pleasure.

"The 'Blisk' impresses with state-of-the-art lighting technology and pushes the limits with impressive lighting power - typical of the Kellermann heritage. Everything is legal and ECE-approved with the new SPECTRANS lens system shining extremely brightly from every angle - safety remains the primary and consistent characteristic of a Kellermann light.

"Combined with its compact design, it delivers outstanding lighting performance. An indicator with an absolute statement - maximum brightness that warns and keeps traffic at bay.

"The aluminium housing is crafted for uncompromising quality, with the highest precision - using CNC technology and a black anodised finish. The 'Blisk' is high-quality, durable, and sustainable".

KELLERMANN GMBH

www.kellermann-online.com

Custom Nationals

Custom Nationals

Geiselwind, Germany - August 1-2 

­­Starting any event, especially an all-brands Custom motorcycle bike show, in a theoretically crowded market, at a busy time of year for custom shows, and pulling with 200+ entries straight away is quite an achievement, at any time. 

But that is what the new Custom Nationals event at Geiselwind, between Wurzburg and Nuremberg in south central Germany, achieved. 

That said, the fact that this was a new iteration for, a new version of an event - the 'Bike and Music Weekend' - that had been running at that venue on the first weekend of August for more than 25 years did not hurt!

That prior iteration of the show regularly attracted some 80-100 entries, itself not a bad turnout but this year, with new branding and organisation team the event really took off. If this momentum can be maintained, then the 'Custom Nationals' will quickly establish itself as one of Europe's summer 'majors'.

The bike show is very much the focal point, but the legacy of the venue and location, and the beauty of the region as a rural summer riding paradise provide all the elements for a long-term success story.

The competition was fierce in all the classes, with the 'Best of Show' and 'Radical' class trophy being won by Harald Bauer of Harley-Davidson Würzburg Village, with the much admired 'Red Rooster', a radical handcrafted 1918 Model J that was first assembled by the HDWV Team in 2020.

There aren't many Model Js around these days, and even the traditional events like Verona, Bad Salzuflen, Lyon and Houten are faced with shrinking numbers of bikes competing from every Harley era, but especially pre-WWII.

The renewed partnership between the Autohof Strohofer and Knight Riders MC did fill the hall though, with 190+ motorcycles, ranging from a 1974 50 cc Cesare Rizzato Kids Trike to a 1.5 ton scratch built monster trike with 800 cc single cylinder stationary diesel engine - and an incredible number of high-class custom Harley-Davidson's by builders from all over Germany and even as far away as Kuwait! 

Best of Show Custom Nationals 2025

Red Rooster, 1918 "J" based fully handcrafted, Harley-Davidson Würzburg Village, Germany

To give customizers a wide field of classes, the show featured 16 (!) different categories, which did put the jury members - selected from members of the famous 'Customizers East' club in northern Franconia - under severe time pressure. The fast-paced show allowed the bikes to enter right up until Friday morning, so staging the judging (all bikes!) and the trophy the ceremony on the Saturday was tight, but the organisers 'got it done'. 

Presented here are a selection of class the winners but a more complete list of wins and seconds, including a couple of special awards and an extensive picture gallery, can be found online at the event website. 

Save The Date - Custom Nationals, Geiselwind/Germany - July 31 - August 08, 2025

www.custom-nationals.de

Custom Touring (all Touring bikes featuring bags in stock version)

#1 - 2002 Road Glide Bagger, Marc Recknagel, Germany

#2 - 2022 Lowrider ST Performance, Stefan Geisler, Germany

Custom Classic / Vintage (all modified bikes, antique/classic/young timers, up to 1990)

#1 - 1969 Harley-Davidson "Ironhead" Chopper, Sebastian Gartner, Germany

#2 - 1950 FL with Shovel-Motor; Piero Rathenow, Germany

Clubstyle (all Clubstyle bikes)

#1 - Comic Art ST, 2024 Lowrider ST, Esther Heipek, Germany

#2 - 2013 Dyna Street Bob Clubstyle, HH-Damm, Germany

Classic / Vintage (all stock bikes, antique/classic/young timers, up to 1990)

#1 - 1916 Triumph Model H "The Trusty", Thomas Niemann, Germany

#2 - 1980 Suzuki GS 1000, Frank Röhlich, Germany

Café Racer (all brands, Café Racer style)

#1 - VT-Café, Honda VT 600 Café Racer, Alexander Meier, AM-Bikes, Germany

#2 - K100RS Café Racer, Kai Hamacher, Germany

Custom (all bikes with frame modifications or engines of different manufacturers (S&S, Ultima, RevTech, Japanese & European engines in Custom-frames)

#1 - Triumph Dragbike140, Matthias Seidl, Germany

#2 - Evo Hardtail Chopper, Mean Machines, Hagen Pallmann, Germany

US Bikes 1250-up cc (all customized US bikes, Harley, Indian, Victory and others, Big Twin or V8 powered, displacement OVER 1250 cc)

#1 - Gietl Lowrider on 2002 Softail TC base, Christian Gietl, Germany

#2 - Street Bob 113 Custom, One Way Machines, Julian von Oheimb, Germany