MotoAmerica is entering 2026 with unprecedented momentum—and a clear vision for the future of American motorcycle racing.In this in-depth Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE conversation, Chuck Aksland, COO of MotoAmerica, breaks down how the series has evolved into a true national championship with record crowds, massive digital growth, expanding manufacturer support, and a direct development ladder to MotoGP.🏍️ In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why MotoAmerica just delivered its strongest season ever• How Road America hosted the largest motorcycle race crowd in modern history• Cameron Beaubier’s sixth Superbike title—and why parity is stronger than ever• Why 2026 could be the most competitive Superbike season yet• The return of the Daytona 200 as a points-paying championship round• How MotoAmerica is positioning the Daytona 200 as the “Daytona 500 of motorcycle racing”• The global interest from World Endurance and international teams• Why King of the Baggers has become one of the most successful new classes in motorsport• Harley-Davidson vs Indian—and the rise of V-Twin factory racing• Super Hooligans, Arch Motorcycle, and the Keanu Reeves connection• How MotoAmerica’s Talent Cup is rebuilding America’s Road to MotoGP• The partnership with Dorna and Red Bull Rookies Cup tryouts• Young riders poised to become the next U.S. world-stage stars• The explosion of manufacturer involvement across Superbikes, Baggers, Hooligans and electric programs• Why MotoAmerica events are now full-scale motorcycle festivals• The “good problem” of outgrowing paddocks due to fan demandFrom Daytona to Laguna Seca, from baggers to prototypes, and from Junior Cup to MotoGP dreams, this conversation reveals why MotoAmerica is now one of the fastest-growing two-wheel racing properties in the world.Whether you’re a race fan, rider, OEM, sponsor, or industry insider, this episode provides a clear look at how MotoAmerica is rebuilding the future of American road racing—one class, one rider, and one packed grandstand at a time.RACE INDUSTRY WEEK was brought to you by:ETS Racing Fuels, Penske Racing Shocks, ARP, Inc., Scott Lewis Associates, Fifth Third Bank Motorsports, PEAK, Crower, & CTech Manufacturing.#MotoAmerica #MotorcycleRacing#Daytona200 #Superbike#KingOfTheBaggers #RoadToMotoGP#ChuckAksland #RaceIndustryWeek#EPARTRADE #MotoGP