James "Hogspoli" Rispoli

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 31, 2026) - The Springfield Mile is excited to announce that James Rispoli, aka Hogspoli, current Harley-Davidson Factory Racing rider for the Big Diehl x Harley-Davidson Racing team in Mission King of the Baggers will lead the Harley-Davidson Route 66 Centennial Ride from Conrad's Harley-Davidson to the legendary Springfield Mile on Saturday, September 5.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for riders to hit the historic Mother Road alongside an accomplished Harley-Davidson factory rider before arriving at one of the most iconic venues in motorsports.

In addition to leading the ride, Hogspoli will also serve as the host for fans who have purchased the Harley-Davidson VIP Experience, giving guests an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Springfield Mile while sharing his insight and passion for the sport.

Rispoli brings an impressive résumé to Springfield, including the 2020 Progressive American Flat Track Production Twins Championship and the 2025 MotoAmerica Super Hooligan Championship. As a current Harley-Davidson Factory Racing rider, he'll be a fantastic ambassador for Harley-Davidson and the Springfield Mile throughout the weekend.

If you haven't already signed up for the Harley-Davidson Route 66 Centennial Ride or purchased your tickets to the Springfield Mile, now is the time! 

• Caterpillar Springfield Mile I Tickets: https://www.tixr.com/groups/meespromotions/events/day-1-springfield-2026-165642
• Register for Harley-Davidson Route 66 Centennial Ride: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKAEPA7YxwHrKRLSkiaSjXz28d1N-xBxG4beeOzKkAdVjVlg/viewform

Visit Springfield-Mile.com for registration and ticket information.

Important Information

• A Springfield Mile event ticket is required to participate in the Route 66 Ride.
• Participants in the ride will receive a free commemorative T-shirt (while supplies last).
• The Harley-Davidson VIP Experience is separate from the Route 66 Ride.
• A Harley-Davidson VIP Experience ticket includes admission to the Springfield Mile, as well as admission to the Route 66 ride, but sign up is still needed. 

Don't miss this incredible chance to ride historic Route 66 with James Rispoli and experience one of the greatest traditions in American motorcycle racing. We look forward to seeing everyone Labor Day Weekend at the Springfield Mile!

Next Up

Progressive American Flat Track closes out the 2026 season with the Caterpillar Springfield Mile doubleheader at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Illinois. Championship Weekend begins with the Caterpillar Springfield Mile I and the Mission Triple Challenge on Saturday, September 5, followed by the Caterpillar Springfield Mile II season finale on Sunday, September 6, when the 2026 Progressive AFT champions will be crowned.

Get tickets to the Caterpillar Springfield Mile doubleheader:

• Two-Day Package: https://www.tixr.com/groups/meespromotions/events/springfield-2026-2-day-package-165638
• Caterpillar Springfield Mile I: https://www.tixr.com/groups/meespromotions/events/day-1-springfield-2026-165642
• Caterpillar Springfield Mile II: https://www.tixr.com/groups/meespromotions/events/day-2-springfield-2026-16564
• Register for Harley-Davidson Route 66 Centennial Ride: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKAEPA7YxwHrKRLSkiaSjXz28d1N-xBxG4beeOzKkAdVjVlg/viewform

For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, visit AmericanFlatTrack.com.

How to Watch

FloRacing

For those that can’t catch the live action at the track, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive American Flat Track. Motorsports fans can subscribe to FloRacing to enjoy over 1,000 live motorsports events in 2026. FloSports is available by visiting https://flosports.link/AFT2026 or by downloading the FloSports app on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast.

FOX Sports

FOX Sports will provide in-depth coverage of the 2026 Progressive American Flat Track season. The full listing of television premieres are available at https://www.americanflattrack.com/events-foxsports.

About AMA Pro Racing
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing organization in North America, operating a full schedule of events and championships across multiple disciplines. The organization is headquartered in Daytona Beach, Fla. More information is available at AMAProRacing.com.

About Progressive American Flat Track
Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, is the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in motorsports history.