INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING TAKES 1-2 AT CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS RACE 2
Troy Herfoss Overcomes Injury to Claim Second Win of 2025;
Teammate Loris Baz Takes 2nd & Earns Sixth Podium of the Season
MINNEAPOLIS, MN. (Sept. 15, 2025) – At one of MotoAmerica’s most demanding tracks, Circuit of The Americas, Indian Motorcycle Racing reclaimed the top step of the podium as 2024 Mission King of the Baggers Champion Troy Herfoss muscled his S&S Indian Challenger to victory in Race 2. Battling through injury, Herfoss delivered a gritty performance, showcasing resilience and determination to close out the 2025 season on a high note and carry momentum into 2026.
From the drop of the green flag, Herfoss was locked in a battle with the front runners, pushing through searing Texas heat and the physical toll of riding a 600-pound bagger race machine. As rivals Hayden Gillim and Kyle Wyman fell in pursuit, Herfoss remained steady and unrelenting, ultimately taking the checkered flag with authority.
“This one means a lot,” said Herfoss. “To push through injury and doubts, and to deliver my second win of the year for Indian Motorcycle, it’s special. The S&S Indian Challenger felt incredible today, and this gives me and the team a huge boost of confidence heading into New Jersey and as we prepare for 2026.”
Behind Herfoss, Indian Wrecking Crew teammate Loris Baz capitalized on the late-race chaos and powered his own S&S Indian Challenger to a second-place finish, giving Indian Motorcycle its first 1-2 finish of the 2025 season. The results highlighted the pace and reliability of the S&S Indian Challenger, while showcasing the determination and teamwork that continue to drive the Indian Wrecking Crew forward.
Baz echoed Herfoss’ sentiment, adding, “It’s a big moment for the team to take first and second. The season has thrown us challenges, but days like this show the progress we’ve made. I’m proud to be part of this result for Indian Motorcycle.”
The victory marks a crucial late-season statement for Indian Motorcycle and S&S as the team turns its attention to the finale at New Jersey Motorsports Park. With multiple wins this season and back-to-back podium contenders, the Indian Wrecking Crew is positioned to finish the 2025 season strong and carry momentum into the next chapter of King of the Baggers competition.
The S&S Indian Challenger race team is sponsored by S&S, Progressive, Mission Foods, Drag Specialties, Parts Unlimited, Performance Finance and Min Hsiang.
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