The MotoAmerica Superbike Championship kicked off April 17-19, 2026, at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta as part of the Speedfest weekend. The event featured a highly anticipated duel between top riders Fong and Scholtz on one of the season?s most demanding circuits, officials said.
The MotoAmerica Superbike Championship began its 2026 season with a highly competitive event at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta from April 17-19, officials said. The Speedfest weekend featured qualifying on Friday and full-day racing on Saturday and Sunday, drawing more than 120 riders across six classes, including the premier Quad Lock Superbike division, Supersport, Mission King Of The Baggers, Twins Cup, Talent Cup, and Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race., according to MotoAmerica organizers.
Troy Herfoss, riding for J&P Cycles/Motul/Vance & Hines Factory Indian, leads the King Of The Baggers standings with 45 points after four races, sources noted.
The centerpiece of the event was the duel between top Superbike riders Fong and Scholtz on one of the season?s most demanding circuits, sources confirmed. Road Atlanta?s 2.54-mile track is known for its technical complexity and high-speed sections, with Superbikes reaching speeds up to 190 mph, officials said. The intense competition between Fong and Scholtz set the tone for the championship, continuing rivalries that have defined the premier class in recent seasons.
Support classes also featured prominently throughout the weekend. The Supersport Championship continued its season at Road Atlanta after earlier rounds, while the Mission King Of The Baggers series held its second round following Daytona. The championship has been marked by fierce competition between Indian Motorcycle and Harley-Davidson teams, with Herfoss aboard the Indian Challenger maintaining an early advantage.
In the Twins Cup, Australian rider Sam Drane of Yamaha BLU CRU Estenson Racing maintained his lead after a Race Two victory at Daytona, officials said. Drane demonstrated strong performance in drafting battles at the season opener, with Road Atlanta presenting new challenges that emphasize precision riding over drafting tactics, sources explained. The Twins Cup championship has been characterized by razor-thin margins through its opening rounds.
The Talent Cup and Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. classes also joined the lineup at Road Atlanta, with the Royal Enfield series launching its 2026 season at this event, MotoAmerica representatives confirmed. These support classes provide a platform for emerging talent and diverse motorcycle brands within the broader championship framework.
The event offered fan-friendly features, including free admission for children under 12 with a paying adult, according to promotional materials. The Kids Zone featured carnival games, balance bikes, an electric bicycle area, a stunt show, and a bike show. Fans had access to free motorcycle demo rides with paid admission, while VIP and camping packages were available, with RV check-in starting Thursday at 1 p.m., organizers said. The open paddock allowed spectators to meet and interact with riders, enhancing the family-oriented atmosphere of Speedfest.
Historical context for the event points to Road Atlanta?s significance on the MotoAmerica calendar. The 2024 opener saw Jake Gagne secure pole position with a lap time of 1:23.453, records show. The 2026 event continues the tradition of high-level competition on this circuit, which challenges riders with its combination of technical corners and high-speed straights.
The MotoAmerica series continues to provide a comprehensive racing schedule, with full calendars and current standings available on the official MotoAmerica website, sources confirmed. The championship will proceed with further rounds across the six classes, maintaining momentum established at the Road Atlanta opener.
The MotoAmerica Superbike Championship kicked off April 17-19, 2026, at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta as part of the Speedfest weekend. The event featured a highly anticipated duel between top riders Fong and Scholtz on one of the season?s most demanding circuits, officials said.
The MotoAmerica Superbike Championship began its 2026 season with a highly competitive event at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta from April 17-19, officials said. The Speedfest weekend featured qualifying on Friday and full-day racing on Saturday and Sunday, drawing more than 120 riders across six classes, including the premier Quad Lock Superbike division, Supersport, Mission King Of The Baggers, Twins Cup, Talent Cup, and Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race., according to MotoAmerica organizers.
Troy Herfoss, riding for J&P Cycles/Motul/Vance & Hines Factory Indian, leads the King Of The Baggers standings with 45 points after four races, sources noted.
The centerpiece of the event was the duel between top Superbike riders Fong and Scholtz on one of the season?s most demanding circuits, sources confirmed. Road Atlanta?s 2.54-mile track is known for its technical complexity and high-speed sections, with Superbikes reaching speeds up to 190 mph, officials said. The intense competition between Fong and Scholtz set the tone for the championship, continuing rivalries that have defined the premier class in recent seasons.
Support classes also featured prominently throughout the weekend. The Supersport Championship continued its season at Road Atlanta after earlier rounds, while the Mission King Of The Baggers series held its second round following Daytona. The championship has been marked by fierce competition between Indian Motorcycle and Harley-Davidson teams, with Herfoss aboard the Indian Challenger maintaining an early advantage.
In the Twins Cup, Australian rider Sam Drane of Yamaha BLU CRU Estenson Racing maintained his lead after a Race Two victory at Daytona, officials said. Drane demonstrated strong performance in drafting battles at the season opener, with Road Atlanta presenting new challenges that emphasize precision riding over drafting tactics, sources explained. The Twins Cup championship has been characterized by razor-thin margins through its opening rounds.
The Talent Cup and Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. classes also joined the lineup at Road Atlanta, with the Royal Enfield series launching its 2026 season at this event, MotoAmerica representatives confirmed. These support classes provide a platform for emerging talent and diverse motorcycle brands within the broader championship framework.
The event offered fan-friendly features, including free admission for children under 12 with a paying adult, according to promotional materials. The Kids Zone featured carnival games, balance bikes, an electric bicycle area, a stunt show, and a bike show. Fans had access to free motorcycle demo rides with paid admission, while VIP and camping packages were available, with RV check-in starting Thursday at 1 p.m., organizers said. The open paddock allowed spectators to meet and interact with riders, enhancing the family-oriented atmosphere of Speedfest.
Historical context for the event points to Road Atlanta?s significance on the MotoAmerica calendar. The 2024 opener saw Jake Gagne secure pole position with a lap time of 1:23.453, records show. The 2026 event continues the tradition of high-level competition on this circuit, which challenges riders with its combination of technical corners and high-speed straights.
The MotoAmerica series continues to provide a comprehensive racing schedule, with full calendars and current standings available on the official MotoAmerica website, sources confirmed. The championship will proceed with further rounds across the six classes, maintaining momentum established at the Road Atlanta opener.
Hank Vossberg highsided his Aprilia RS 660 in Turn 4 during the early stages of Twins Cup Race 2 Sunday at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. The crash, followed shortly by a second incident involving Logan Cunnison, triggered a red flag that halted the race and led to a shortened five-lap restart, officials said.
The red flag stopped the original eight-lap race after Vossberg?s highside left his Aprilia RS 660 on the asphalt at Turn 4 during the early stages of the event Sunday at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, officials said. Shortly after, Logan Cunnison of Speed Demon Racing crashed his own Aprilia RS 660, leaving his bike in a hazardous position on the track and prompting race control to halt the competition for safety reasons, according to Road Racing World.
Vossberg finished second in the resumed race, securing 20 points toward the Twins Cup championship standings.
Despite the dramatic start, Vossberg, who rides for the Robem Engineering team, was able to remount his machine during the red flag period and rejoin the shortened five-lap restart, sources confirmed. His performance followed a victory in Race 1 on Saturday, where he edged out the competition by 0.279 seconds and set the fastest lap at 1:33.424, according to MotoAmerica records.
Cunnison, who started Race 2 from fourth position, had also achieved a podium finish with third place in Race 1, contributing to Aprilia?s strong showing at Road Atlanta. Aprilia?s official statement dated April 22, 2026, highlighted the brand?s competitive presence, noting that at least three Aprilia RS 660 motorcycles consistently appeared in the top 10 throughout the weekend?s sessions. The statement also confirmed Vossberg?s leadership in the Twins Cup overall standings with 86 points, maintaining a 23-point advantage over his nearest rival.
The incidents at Turn 4 unfolded during the second round of the 2025 Twins Cup season, an intermediate class championship under the MotoAmerica umbrella. The race stoppage underscored the challenges riders faced on the technical circuit at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, where safety protocols require immediate action when debris or disabled machinery endangers participants.
While no other riders were directly involved in the Turn 4 crashes, the red flag affected the race dynamics and final results, according to officials. MotoAmerica coverage noted that despite the bruising from his highside, Vossberg?s ability to return to the podium demonstrated resilience, contributing valuable points toward his championship campaign.
The Aprilia RS 660?s continued success at Road Atlanta reinforced the manufacturer?s competitive edge in the Twins Cup class, with both Robem Engineering and Speed Demon Racing fielding strong entries. The season?s next rounds will determine whether Vossberg can extend his points lead and maintain his position atop the standings as the championship progresses.
Hank Vossberg highsided his Aprilia RS 660 in Turn 4 during the early stages of Twins Cup Race 2 Sunday at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. The crash, followed shortly by a second incident involving Logan Cunnison, triggered a red flag that halted the race and led to a shortened five-lap restart, officials said.
The red flag stopped the original eight-lap race after Vossberg?s highside left his Aprilia RS 660 on the asphalt at Turn 4 during the early stages of the event Sunday at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, officials said. Shortly after, Logan Cunnison of Speed Demon Racing crashed his own Aprilia RS 660, leaving his bike in a hazardous position on the track and prompting race control to halt the competition for safety reasons, according to Road Racing World.
Vossberg finished second in the resumed race, securing 20 points toward the Twins Cup championship standings.
Despite the dramatic start, Vossberg, who rides for the Robem Engineering team, was able to remount his machine during the red flag period and rejoin the shortened five-lap restart, sources confirmed. His performance followed a victory in Race 1 on Saturday, where he edged out the competition by 0.279 seconds and set the fastest lap at 1:33.424, according to MotoAmerica records.
Cunnison, who started Race 2 from fourth position, had also achieved a podium finish with third place in Race 1, contributing to Aprilia?s strong showing at Road Atlanta. Aprilia?s official statement dated April 22, 2026, highlighted the brand?s competitive presence, noting that at least three Aprilia RS 660 motorcycles consistently appeared in the top 10 throughout the weekend?s sessions. The statement also confirmed Vossberg?s leadership in the Twins Cup overall standings with 86 points, maintaining a 23-point advantage over his nearest rival.
The incidents at Turn 4 unfolded during the second round of the 2025 Twins Cup season, an intermediate class championship under the MotoAmerica umbrella. The race stoppage underscored the challenges riders faced on the technical circuit at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, where safety protocols require immediate action when debris or disabled machinery endangers participants.
While no other riders were directly involved in the Turn 4 crashes, the red flag affected the race dynamics and final results, according to officials. MotoAmerica coverage noted that despite the bruising from his highside, Vossberg?s ability to return to the podium demonstrated resilience, contributing valuable points toward his championship campaign.
The Aprilia RS 660?s continued success at Road Atlanta reinforced the manufacturer?s competitive edge in the Twins Cup class, with both Robem Engineering and Speed Demon Racing fielding strong entries. The season?s next rounds will determine whether Vossberg can extend his points lead and maintain his position atop the standings as the championship progresses.