KTM planning a GP return
Will make a welcome re-entry to the road racing world championship in 2012 to contest Moto3, which is set to replace the 125 GP two-stroke classAfter a two-year self-imposed exile, KTM will return to world championship level road racing in 2012 to compete in the new Moto3 category.
Intensive preparations are already underway on the machine at KTM’s Motorsports Department in Mattighofen, Austria. All Moto3 bikes will be single-cylinder 250cc four-strokes.
KTM has also announced an exclusive partnership with Kalex Engineering, and the companies will develop two different, but parallel concepts, both focusing on a successful entry into the new category.
KTM will supply engines to Kalex, which for years has been synonymous with high-quality vehicle development and special parts for motorsport. Kalex rider Stefan Bradl is currently the clear leader in the 2011 Moto2 world championship.
“We approach our entry into the Moto3 class with confidence,” said Pit Beirer, Head of KTM Motorsports and a former motocross world champion.
“Our own plans are right on schedule for a racing bike completely developed in Mattighofen, while at the same time we have also found the best possible partner, which will present our engine at a very high and professional level.
“Kalex Engineering is well positioned for this in every way and just like KTM is highly motivated to develop a bike capable of winning in the new Moto3 category.”
Only last Friday (June 3), Honda unveiled its Moto3 contender, the NSF250R.
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