MotoGP
KTM presents line-up for 2021
Brad Binder and Miguel Oliveira will start for the KTM factory team in MotoGP in 2021. Danilo Petrucci moves from Ducati to the KTM Tech3 satellite team. […weiter lesen]
KTM
New Motorcycles
KTM SX models 2021 presented
KTM is very successful with the SX models in motorsport, which on the other hand also ensures that the experience gained there can flow back into the motocross motorcycles. […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
KTM 490 models come earlier than planned
Already in December 2019 it was announced that KTM would like to serve the 500cc segment and plans to introduce a 490 series. […weiter lesen]
NEWS
KTM is now also building the 790 Duke in the Philippines
Nachdem 2017 eine Produktionsanlage für alle 200cc und 390cc Duke oder RC Modelle auf den Philippinen erstellt wurde, sollen jetzt dort auch die 790er Modelle für den philippinischen Markt produziert werden. […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
KTM tests new 1290 Super Adventure
According to rumors, the new 1290 Super Adventure should already in 2019 come on the market. Now it has been spotted on test drives. […weiter lesen]
Meetings / Events
KTM also does without the major trade fairs in 2020
After BMW announced a few days ago not to be present at Intermot or EICMA in 2020, KTM has now announced the same steps. […weiter lesen]
NEWS
KTM – short-time work and dividend in millions?
As reported, the KTM factory in Mattighofen was temporarily closed and short-time work was registered. Now it has been announced that KTM will distribute almost seven million to the shareholders. […weiter lesen]
NEWS
KTM factory in Mattighofen is closed for two weeks
From March 30 to April 10 motorcycle manufacturer KTM wants to close the factory in Mattighofen. KTM want to contribute to slowing the spread of the coronavirus. […weiter lesen]
Motorsport
Manuel Lettenbichler drives for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing
German hard enduro driver Manuel Lettenbichler had his most successful season so far in 2019. With a win at the GetzenRodeo, he was also able to win the WESS world title. Lettenbichler has been riding extreme enduro since 2014. In 2016 he won the FIM […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
KTM 1290 Super Duke R
The 1290 Super Duke R gets the most thorough overhaul since it exists. An update gets beside the design, the chassis and the electronics. The LC8 engine has been redesigned. The power is 132 kW (179.5 PS – 177 hp) at 9,500 rpm and 140 […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
KTM 890 Duke R
New in the KTM middle class is the 890 Duke R. As the R says, it is designed for racing and therefore omits some everyday elements that owns the 790 Duke. The seating position is more aggressive, it is equpped with better brakes (Brembo) and […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
KTM 390 Adventure
The 390 Adventure has the DNA of the 790 Adventure, which has dominated the Dakar Rally for almost two decades. It is a fast, manoeuvrable motorcycle that is ideal for beginners who want to make their first steps in the adventure area. Basis is the […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
KTM 3 x 390 at Eicma?
In addition to the 1290 Super Duke R KTM also worked on other motorcycles for 2020. Among other things, a new small Duke should be presented at the Eicma. For a long time there have been rumors that KTM is working on a 490 series. […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
KTM 1290 Super Duke R – Prototyp
KTM announced with a few videos a new Duke. One have not seen much yet. That changes in the latest video. One can see the new 1290 Duke R driving on the racetrack and get to see it completely without anything being obscured or hidden. […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
KTM teasers a new duke
KTM has released a teaser video showing work on a motorcycle. #GETDUKED KTM teasers a new duke One can see the orange tubular space frame, and short also a subframe made of aluminum. This points to the 799 Duke, because the big Duke uses steel. […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
Are KTM 490 models coming?
Rumors about a KTM engine with 490cc have been around for a long time and KTM boss Pierer has already confirmed the work in 2018. Now rumors have surfaced that the new engine will power five different models next year. Are KTM 490 models coming? […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
New KTM RC 390 for 2020
The upcoming KTM RC 390 has now been caught testing. Officially, it is expected to be unveiled at the EICMA in November. New KTM RC 390 for 2020 In the photos one can see that it has the same main frame as the 390 Duke. […weiter lesen]
NEWS
KTM wants to take over 60% of GasGas
According to media reports, KTM wants to buy 60% of the Spanish Dirtbike brand GasGas. They want to develop motorcycles and electric vehicles together KTM wants to take over 60% of GasGas For Black Toro Capital (investment company / owner of GasGas) and KTM, this […weiter lesen]
MotoGP
Immediately: KTM replaces Johann Zarco
As reported, the contract between the KTM factory team of MotoGP and Johann Zarco was dissolved / shortened. Zarco was originally supposed to compete as a KTM factory driver until the end of 2020, after the joint contract resolution, he should then drive for KTM […weiter lesen]
MotoGP
KTM gets off Moto2, Husqvarna in Moto3
KTM is redirecting its involvement in MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3. They will focus more on Moto3 and MotoGP in the future. From the Moto2 they retire as chassis manufacturer. However, the close ties with Aki Ajo’s team will be maintained to provide a springboard for […weiter lesen]