Harley-Davidson Factory Racing Test at Barcelona-Catalunya after MotoGP

Kyle Wyman, James Rispoli, and Special Guest Riders Demonstrate the Performance of Race-Prepared Road Glide Motorcycles

MILWAUKEE, WI – November 21, 2024 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – Harley-Davidson Factory Racing put the thundering performance of its race-prepared 2024 Road Glide® motorcycle on display in a test conducted in conjunction with DORNA and MotoGP at Circuit of Barcelona-Catalunya in Montmeló, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Grand Prix motorcycle racing is the premier class of motorcycle road racing events held on road circuits sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM). MotoGP is one of the most exciting motorsport championships in the world. The race was moved to Barcelona after the disastrous flooding in the Valencia region. Harley-Davidson donated a Road Glide motorcycle to be auctioned off for MotoGP’s relief efforts.

The test was the first European track appearance of the Harley-Davidson Factory Racing Road Glide motorcycle that is raced in the U.S. Harley-Davidson Factory Racing riders Kyle Wyman and James Rispoli piloted their bikes on Monday following the MotoGP race on the 4.657 km (2.894 mi) 16-turn circuit. Additional guest riders included former MotoGP and World Superbike pilots, Simon Crafar, John Hopkins, Randy Mamola, and Marco Melandri.

“Racing is a core pillar of the Harley-Davidson brand, showcasing our commitment to performance and innovation,” said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO, of Harley-Davidson. “Partnering with DORNA/MotoGP, we aim to expand our racing footprint globally, fueling the passions of our customers and fans. This MotoGP Test is a pivotal step in realizing these ambitions and demonstrating our dedication to racing excellence.”

“We were riding alongside our heroes, and were able to share our body of work with people we respect so much,” said Wyman. “These are special moments, and memories I’ll not soon forget. I want to thank DORNA, Harley-Davidson and all of the staff who worked tirelessly to put on this event in the most challenging circumstances of recent events.”

Rispoli added, “What an amazing day for Harley-Davidson. To be on track at the same weekend as MotoGP was incredible. And to share this project with some legends of the sport was unreal. Their reactions after riding our bikes were priceless.”

While overcast and cool conditions prevented outright lap time attacks, Wyman and Rispoli reached measured top speeds of over 171 MPH…