Joe Rascal Racing Confirmed as FIRST Australian Team in MotoGP's Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup.
The new era of Australian performance has officially arrived. From securing four premium dealerships in Victoria to launching on the global stage, Joe Rascal is leading the charge in motorcycle culture and motorsport.
We're incredibly proud to announce a monumental leap for Joe Rascal, our customers, and every Australian Harley-Davidson enthusiast: We have been officially selected as one of the inaugural teams for the all-new, global Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup series, running alongside the MotoGP™ World Championship in 2026!
This isn't just a race entry; it's a statement. Joe Rascal Racing is the first and only Australian team to be confirmed in this groundbreaking international championship, cementing our vision for the future of riding culture here in Victoria and across the Asia-Pacific region.
The Joe Rascal Journey: From Dealership to MotoGP Grid
Just a few months ago, Joe Rascal made headlines by acquiring three premium Harley-Davidson dealerships and one Ducati dealership right here in Victoria, Australia. Our promise was to usher in a new era of performance, community, and passion. We meant it.
Now, we are taking that promise to the world's biggest stage. This historic move into the MotoGP Bagger Series is a direct reflection of our commitment to extreme performance and innovation, transforming the excitement from the showroom floor into a global competitive force.
"Our rapid expansion in the retail space, bringing premium Harley-Davidson and Ducati experiences to more Australian riders was only the first gear. Now, we’re shifting into top. We are putting Australia on the global motorsport map in a category that is loud, exciting, and unlike anything the world has seen. We are the future, and the new era is officially here." – James Tonna, CEO and Chief Rascal, Joe Rascal.
What is the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup?
The Bagger World Cup is the world's first-ever global racing series dedicated exclusively to high-performance Harley-Davidson bagger motorcycles.
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The Machines: Teams will compete on identical, race-prepped Harley-Davidson Road Glide machines, radically transformed to deliver over 200 horsepower and reach speeds exceeding 300 km/h. This is American V-Twin muscle meeting European racing precision.
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The Grid: Joe Rascal Racing will be battling against a global field, including the formidable Saddlemen Racing (USA) and Cecchini Racing (Italy).
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The Format: The series features 12 exhilarating races across six MotoGP weekends in the US and Europe, ensuring prime exposure on the world stage.
2026 Race Calendar: Where to Cheer for Joe Rascal Racing
We are bringing the Australian V-Twin thunder to some of the most iconic circuits on the planet. Get ready to follow our journey!
Grand Prix of The Americas (USA) | Circuit of the Americas | March 27–29
Grand Prix of Italy | Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello | May 29–31
Grand Prix of the Netherlands | TT Circuit Assen | June 26–28
Grand Prix of the United Kingdom | Silverstone Circuit | August 7–9
Grand Prix of Aragon (Spain) | MotorLand Aragón | August 28–30
Grand Prix of Austria (Championship Round) | Red Bull Ring | September 18–20
Building a Community You Can Race With
Central to the Joe Rascal ethos is building a welcoming and inclusive community. For too long, Australian Harley lovers have had no local team to rally behind on the biggest international stage. That ends now.
We are carrying the flag for Australia, for the thrill of the V-Twin, and for everyone who believes in the power of two wheels. Our racing program will connect directly with our local dealerships, providing exclusive content, events, and an insider's look into the world of MotoGP Bagger Racing.
Follow Joe Rascal Racing as we push the limits of performance and cement Australia's place in the history books of global motorsport. The noise, the speed, the excitement - it all starts here!