Gillim Breaks Wyman's Daytona Streak
Hayden Gillim, riding for J&P Cycles/Motul/Vance & Hines Factory Indian, ended Kyle Wyman's dominant run at Daytona by securing a victory in the Mission King Of The Baggers Challenge. This win marks a strong start to the 2026 MotoAmerica season for Gillim and his team, highlighting their growing momentum in the bagger racing series.
The 2026 MotoAmerica season kicked off with exciting action in the Mission King Of The Baggers Challenge at Daytona. Hayden Gillim, aboard his J&P Cycles/Motul/Vance & Hines Factory Indian, clinched a significant victory, breaking Kyle Wyman's impressive streak at the iconic track.
Qualifying saw Troy Herfoss, Gillim's teammate, set the fastest lap with a 1:50.034. Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory teammates Bradley Smith and Kyle Wyman followed in second and third, respectively. Gillim himself qualified fourth, with teammate Rocco Landers in fifth, and James Rispoli in sixth, setting a competitive field for the Challenge.
The two-lap Mission King Of The Baggers Challenge race saw a slight change in the lineup, as Kyle Wyman opted to sit out to allow his crew time to repair his motorcycle after a crash during Q2. This decision opened the door for Gillim to capitalize, showcasing strong performance and securing the win. This early season triumph for Gillim and the Indian team signals a formidable challenge to the established order in the bagger racing category, promising an exciting season ahead for fans of large displacement V-twin racing.