LAS VEGAS, NV | October 18, 2026 – The 2026 Drag Specialties Bagger Racing League "Battle of the Baggers", presented by Memphis Shades, officially concluded its championship season at Las Vegas Motor Speedway during the highly anticipated Battle of Champions, held October 17–18 in conjunction with Apex Assassins.
The two-day season finale brought together competitors from across the country and beyond, with Rounds 6 and 7 determining the final championship standings across ten racing divisions.
From commanding victories to closely contested championship battles, the Las Vegas finale provided a fitting conclusion to a season of competitive motorcycle road racing.
Bagger GP: Seth Dahmer Secures His First BRL Championship
Seth Dahmer of Tucker Speed closed out the 2026 Bagger GP championship in winning fashion, capturing the Round 7 victory and securing his first Bagger Racing League championship.
Dahmer's consistent performances throughout the season earned him 147 championship points, establishing a commanding advantage in the final standings and marking a major milestone in his racing career.
Drew Jankord of Alloy Art finished second in the championship with 102 points, while Cody Gilmore, representing Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson / All Balls, secured third with 85 points.
In Sunday's final race, Dahmer took the victory ahead of Gilmore in second and Jankord in third, completing his championship-winning campaign with another trip to the top of the podium. A final race victory and his first BRL championship made Las Vegas a memorable finish for Dahmer and the Tucker Speed team.
Pro Stock Bagger: Brendan Foley Sweeps Las Vegas to Claim Championship
Brendan Foley of Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson delivered one of the weekend's strongest performances, sweeping both Round 6 and Round 7 in the Pro Stock Bagger division.
Foley's back-to-back victories secured the 2026 championship with 150 points, concluding an impressive season of racing.
Tony Tucker of Tucker Speed remained a championship contender throughout the season, finishing second overall with 143 points. Matthew Maldonado of Jaybirds Custom Cycle completed the championship podium with 125 points.
The final race saw Foley take the victory ahead of Tucker, while Chase French secured third place.
Foley's Las Vegas sweep provided a decisive finish to one of the season's most competitive championship battles.
Super Street Bagger: Shawn Hoffman Makes Big Pass to Win Finale and Claim Championship
The Super Street Bagger championship came down to a closely contested battle between Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson teammates Shawn Hoffman and Joey Robinson.
Robinson opened the Las Vegas weekend with a victory in Round 6, keeping the championship fight alive heading into Sunday's season finale.
Hoffman responded with a decisive pass to take the lead and capture the Round 7 victory. With the championship on the line, the big move delivered one of the weekend's most exciting moments, securing the final race win and the 2026 Super Street Bagger championship with 163 points.
Robinson finished second in the championship with 157 points, just six points behind Hoffman, while Jake McGuire completed the championship podium with 142 points.
The championship battle highlighted the competitive depth of the Super Street Bagger division, with Hoffman's race-winning pass providing a dramatic conclusion to the season.
Air-Cooled Twins: Carl Wilhelm Captures Championship Despite French's Las Vegas Sweep
The Air-Cooled Twins championship produced one of the closest points battles of the 2026 season.
Chase French of French Racing delivered an outstanding weekend, winning both Round 6 and Round 7 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Despite French's dominant finale, Carl Wilhelm of Reckless Racing secured the 2026 Air-Cooled Twins championship with 125 points.
French finished second in the championship standings with 120 points, just five points behind Wilhelm. Bill Kane completed the championship top three with 50 points.
Joe Gayle and Lenny Howard of Quaid Racing also delivered competitive performances throughout the Las Vegas weekend.
Wilhelm's championship victory demonstrated the importance of consistency throughout the season, while French's double victory underscored the level of competition in the class.
Liquid Cooled Twins: Drew Jankord Completes Dominant Championship Season
Drew Jankord of Alloy Art concluded an exceptional 2026 campaign with another victory in the Liquid Cooled Twins division.
Jankord claimed the Round 7 win ahead of Teddy Honan in second and Charles Condit of One Lap Racing in third. Chris Keyes of Geezer Engineering finished fourth, followed by David Lancaster of Heathen Nation in fifth.
Jankord finished the championship with 150 points, securing the class title following a dominant season.
Lancaster finished second overall with 125 points, while Vincent Wilson completed the championship podium with 80 points.
Jankord's success across multiple racing divisions further highlighted his versatility and performance throughout the 2026 season.
Ten Champions Crowned Across the 2026 AMA Bagger Racing League Championship
The Las Vegas Battle of Champions officially determined the 2026 champions across all ten racing divisions.
2026 Bagger Racing League Champions
- Bagger GP: Seth Dahmer | Tucker Speed
- Pro Stock Bagger: Brendan Foley | Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson
- Super Street Bagger: Shawn Hoffman | Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson
- American Twins Unlimited: Levi Badie | Speed Farm
- Unlimited Superbike: Drew Jankord
- Liquid Cooled Twins: Drew Jankord | Alloy Art
- Air-Cooled Twins: Carl Wilhelm | Reckless Racing
- Middleweight Superbike: Seth Dahmer
- Next Gen Superbike: Jim Milroy Jr.
- Lightweight Superbike: Bryan Shields
The championship results reflect the efforts of riders, race teams, builders, and supporting partners throughout the 2026 season.
Bagger Racing League Looks Ahead to 2027
With the 2026 championship officially concluded, the Bagger Racing League now turns its attention toward the next chapter of American motorcycle road racing.
The 2027 season is scheduled to open at NCM Motorsports Park in Kentucky, marking the beginning of another year of championship competition.
The series continues to build on its commitment to competitive racing, rider development, manufacturer involvement, and expanding opportunities for teams and competitors across its racing divisions.
The Bagger Racing League extends its appreciation to the competitors, teams, officials, event organizers, sponsors, and fans who contributed to the success of the 2026 championship.
Special recognition goes to title sponsor Drag Specialties, presenting sponsor Memphis Shades, and the league's supporting industry partners for their continued commitment to the sport.
As the series prepares for 2027, the conclusion of the Las Vegas Battle of Champions marks another milestone in the continued growth of the Bagger Racing League.
For complete race results, championship standings, the 2027 schedule, and additional series announcements, visit BaggerRacingLeague.com.
About Bagger Racing League
The AMA Drag Specialties Bagger Racing League Battle of the Baggers, presented by Memphis Shades, is a national motorcycle road racing championship featuring high-performance American V-twin baggers, American Twins, and multiple superbike racing divisions. The series brings together professional racers, independent teams, motorcycle manufacturers, aftermarket performance companies, and enthusiasts through competitive events at road racing circuits across the United States.
Website: www.BaggerRacingLeague.com
