Gillim Leads Opening Baggers Practice at New Jersey
Hayden Gillim topped Friday's MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers practice session at New Jersey Motorsports Park. Kyle Wyman finished second, followed by James Rispoli, Bradley Smith, and Tyler O'Hara in the top five. The session set early order ahead of the weekend's races.
Hayden Gillim, riding for J&P Cycles/Motul/Vance & Hines Factory Indian, recorded the quickest lap in Friday’s Mission King of the Baggers practice at New Jersey Motorsports Park. The session took place on September 25, 2026, and established an early running order before the weekend’s races.
Kyle Wyman, on the Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing entry, was second. James Rispoli (Big Diehl x Harley-Davidson Factory Racing) followed in third, with Bradley Smith (Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing) fourth and Tyler O’Hara (SDI Racing) fifth. The practice results were reported by Roadracing World.
The results may shape fan interest and team momentum heading into the New Jersey race weekend, affecting riders, crews, sponsors, and spectators who follow MotoAmerica’s bagger class. A strong opening practice could influence strategy and confidence, while media coverage may draw more attention to the series and its manufacturers. Broader societal impact is likely limited, though it may support local event activity and motorcycle-industry engagement.