Editor’s Note: ARCH Motorcycle debuted its first-ever ARCH 2s-R at the 2025 MotoAmerica SuperHooligan double-header at Daytona International Speedway. Well, ARCH is back for more in 2026 with a new look for its air-cooled V-twin racing motorcycle, and returning pilot Corey Alexander is ready for battle. The following article is a recap of ARCH’s first-ever debut last year. We’re excited for yet another no-holds-barred MotoAmerica Super Hooligan racing season in 2026!
When ARCH Motorcycle rolled into MotoAmerica Mission Foods SuperHooligan National Championship competition at Daytona International Speedway, it wasn’t with a press release or teaser campaign—it was with a purpose-built race bike cloaked in secrecy. The result? The surprise debut of the ARCH 2s-R, a machine that signals the boutique American manufacturer’s bold entrance into one of the most hard-fought classes in U.S. road racing.
Designed in collaboration with renowned Swiss engineering firm Suter Racing, the 2s-R is more than a race bike—it’s a rolling R&D lab for ARCH’s next-generation production engine platform.
At the heart of the machine sits an all-new air-cooled V-twin engine, staying true to ARCH’s American muscle DNA. In an era dominated by liquid cooling and oversized radiators, the 2s-R bucks the trend entirely—no radiator in sight. Instead, traditional cooling fins paired with a dedicated oil cooler manage engine temps, delivering both visual purity and mechanical simplicity.
Supporting the bespoke powerplant is a no-compromise component list:
- Öhlins suspension for race-proven control
- Brembo brakes for elite-level stopping power
- Akrapovič exhaust delivering a snarling, unmistakable soundtrack
Every element was engineered with racing intent—no fluff, no styling exercise. The 2s-R was built to compete.
Gard Hollinger, ARCH co-founder, summed it up best:
“We’re very excited at the opportunity to compete in the MotoAmerica Mission Foods RSD SuperHooligan Series. This experience and the input from Corey will help accelerate the development of our next-generation product. Despite the massive amount of work it’s been so far… I’m constantly being reminded… Racing is FUN!”
To pilot its groundbreaking platform, ARCH tapped veteran road racer Corey Alexander. With a résumé that includes a 2013 AMA Pro SuperSport East Championship and a 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 title, Alexander brings credibility, championship experience, and the technical feedback necessary to shape a brand-new race program.
“It’s not often that you get to be part of a racing program at its inception,” Alexander said. “To be the first to race a motorcycle like the ARCH 2s-R—something entirely different from the rest of the grid—is a unique and exciting opportunity.”
Beyond serving as the team’s rider, Alexander also steps into the role of Team Coordinator—helping guide ARCH through its maiden SuperHooligan campaign.
Inside the SuperHooligan Battlefield
The MotoAmerica SuperHooligan class, officially known as the Mission Foods Super Hooligan National Championship powered by Harley-Davidson, has quickly become one of the most unpredictable and entertaining race series in America.
For 2025, the grid features 54 riders across nine manufacturers, including:
- Indian Motorcycle
- Harley-Davidson
- Ducati
- KTM
- BMW Motorrad
- Triumph Motorcycles
- Yamaha Motor Company
- Energica Motor Company
- And now, ARCH Motorcycle
From electric platforms to high-revving triples and thunderous V-twins, the class delivers bar-to-bar racing at iconic U.S. tracks over five doubleheader race weekends.
For ARCH, entering this arena isn’t just about visibility—it’s about validation.
ARCH Motorcycle’s move into SuperHooligans signals something bigger than a marketing play. The data, rider feedback, and real-world punishment the 2s-R endures will directly influence the brand’s 2026 production lineup. It’s a statement that even a bespoke, ultra-premium American manufacturer believes in performance proven on track—not just polished in the showroom.
As the season unfolds, all eyes will be on Corey Alexander and the ARCH 2s-R. The brand may be new to the grid, but with cutting-edge engineering, elite rider talent, and a rebellious air-cooled V-twin at its core, ARCH has positioned itself as a legitimate disruptor in the SuperHooligan ranks.
For fans of American V-twin performance, custom motorcycle engineering, and modern road racing, ARCH’s SuperHooligans campaign is one to watch. HB
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