MotoAmerica Expands King Of The Baggers For 2027 With Bigger Indian Motorcycle Presence, New Manufacturers And New Rules
MotoAmerica is happy to announce changes for the Mission King Of The Baggers class for 2027, with Indian Motorcycle committing to an increased paddock presence, new technical regulations, and the class opening to additional manufacturers.
“We are excited about where Mission King Of The Baggers is headed for 2027,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey, three-time MotoGP World Champion. “We created this class for the American V-twin Bagger. Our fans were surprised that Harley-Davidson had decided to run in a spec exhibition series abroad and not compete against the other manufacturers in America for a national championship. Their departure has opened the door for other manufacturers. Indian Motorcycle has stepped up in a big way that puts more bikes on the grid, and now new manufacturers are interested in competing in King Of The Baggers for 2027 as well. MotoAmerica racing is always about competition, the more, the better.”
The revised technical rules target longer engine life and fewer rebuilds while preserving the close racing seen in previous seasons. MotoAmerica is also working with multiple engine suppliers to improve access to competitive equipment.
Rev limits will be set at 7000 rpm for Harley-Davidson and 7500 rpm for Indian. The existing balancing framework remains in place to maintain competitive parity between manufacturers.
Full-season competitors will be required to use the MotoAmerica Maxx ECU Race unit with controlled firmware. The standardized engine-control system prohibits traction control and lift control while supporting consistent data collection. Exceptions are in place for single-event entries and teams competing in three rounds or fewer.
“Our approach is to make targeted changes that address the demands teams face over a full season,” said MotoAmerica Technical Director Tige Daane. “Reducing the frequency of major engine work should help teams better manage their budgets and spend more time on track.”
Additional manufacturers may request approval to enter production-based touring and bagger motorcycles, subject to technical and competitive evaluation.
The final rules package and any supporting technical bulletins will be published prior to the start of the 2027 season.
