MotoAmerica - "Disappointed"
Following Harley-Davidson's announcement that it will conclude its factory racing participation and official team support in the Mission King Of The Baggers Championship (after the 2026 season) MotoAmerica voiced its disappointment at Harley's decision.
"MotoAmerica would like to thank the millions of fans across the United States and around the world who support the Mission King of the Baggers series.
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| One for the ages - Brit Bradley Smith with what will likely prove to be a final team photo for Harley's official KOTB support team. |
"King Of The Baggers has developed into a true performance competition between two unique American manufacturers [Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycle].
"It pushes the boundaries of what these motorcycles can do and showcases a level of performance few could have imagined when the series began. That competition has been a major part of what has made the series so exciting for our fans."
Clearly aiming their remarks at their race fans, MotoAmerica went on to state: "We share in your disappointment with Harley-Davidson's decision. Receiving this news at such a late stage presents challenges, but we are actively exploring all available options to continue supporting the class."
"We appreciate the passion and support of our fans and participants, and we will share additional news as it becomes available." So, no white flag of surrender being waved by MotoAmerica quite yet.
However, with the Bagger Racing League "owning" the grassroots of Bagger racing, many are pointing to Indian Motorcycle's recent KOTB dominance being a replay of their previous 'control' over the AMA AFT Championship.
There are also those who wonder if Moto America will be able to carry the burden of the series on its own shoulders in the face of competition for fan's focus from the FIM Harley-Davidson World Cup and a reinvigorated Bagger Racing League.
