Yeah... no. Both to being a baller and ever putting any kind of money into MV... again...
KTM's Parent Company Isn't Doing Hot, Shifting More Production to China and India
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Yeah... no. Both to being a baller and ever putting any kind of money into MV... again...
Yes I have 100km on it and changed the oil twice already with Maxima break-in oil.I the spring after a few more kilometers I will switch to full synthetic.
Priller
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A quick summary of the KTM Racing situation from David Emmett, (tied for the best MotoGP journalist with Mat Oxley):
KTM, Insolvency, And MotoGP - What We Know, And What Happens Next | MotoMatters.com | Kropotkin Thinks
Well worth a read, though there's nothing definitive. KTM is adamant that operations will continue, but as he notes, that may be up to whomever administers the insolvency. One major thing to note, though, is that KTM appears to have halted development for the MotoGP bike, which could have profound consequences due to the development freeze in 2026 in preparation for the new 850cc spec in 2027. Basically, the motor they bring to Thailand in February is the motor they're stuck with for the next two seasons.
Bad news for those of us hoping for some glimmer of hope against Ducati hegemony, as Acosta on the KTM was probably the best odds to mount a serious title challenge outside of the Bologna bikes...
KTM, Insolvency, And MotoGP - What We Know, And What Happens Next | MotoMatters.com | Kropotkin Thinks
Well worth a read, though there's nothing definitive. KTM is adamant that operations will continue, but as he notes, that may be up to whomever administers the insolvency. One major thing to note, though, is that KTM appears to have halted development for the MotoGP bike, which could have profound consequences due to the development freeze in 2026 in preparation for the new 850cc spec in 2027. Basically, the motor they bring to Thailand in February is the motor they're stuck with for the next two seasons.
Bad news for those of us hoping for some glimmer of hope against Ducati hegemony, as Acosta on the KTM was probably the best odds to mount a serious title challenge outside of the Bologna bikes...
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KTM, one of just five MotoGP manufacturers, have now paused development on their bikes a week after filing for insolvency, as per motorsport.com.
The Austrian brand has a reported debt of €3bn (£2.5bn) and is trying to avoid bankruptcy.
The news comes eight months after Liberty Media, the owners of F1, announced their mega money acquisition of MotoGP.
KTM, one of just five MotoGP manufacturers, have now paused development on their bikes a week after filing for insolvency, as per motorsport.com.
The Austrian brand has a reported debt of €3bn (£2.5bn) and is trying to avoid bankruptcy.
The news comes eight months after Liberty Media, the owners of F1, announced their mega money acquisition of MotoGP.
In BC, dealers here seem to gotten a massive incentive from the factory to move 2024 stock. My buddy just picked up an 890 Adventure R, (normal MSRP $17.5K) for $12.5K. This $5K trunk money seems to be across the board as multiple local dealers have slashed their prices by this amount:
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Just perusing the ads in ON and QC, the incentive seems to be around $2k-$3K.
My buddy picked up one of those $12.5K 2024 890 Adventure R on a whim, knowing full well the warranty might not be worth the paper it's printed on next season, not to mention parts availability.
The price cuts keep coming. This time on the non-KTM Pierer Group marques.
$5K off 2024 Husqvarna Norden 901
$6K off 2024 MV Agusta Brutale
Damn. Wish I had more room in the garage!!!
Anything on the 300s I could be convinced for a decent discount
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Not seeing any orange dirt bikes being discounted.
I think the vibe is that KTM will probably axe their street and ADV segments first before abandoning their core dirtbike business.
I'm seeing the same here was hoping for a big discount on a new 300 I guess not keep riding the old one for a few more years
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Mad Mike
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My guess is they will be out RedBull might grow in a lot of cash, but no brand like to be affiliated with a losing proposition.
My guess is they will sacrifice price on the non KTM dirt bikes first.
Cutting KTM dirt bike prices could alienate core buyers as it also devalues bikes they own.
Mad Mike
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Dealers won’t cut prices unless they have no options. My guess is KTM prices in Ontario will hold till spring, then you will see some hefty discounting on road bikes, not so much on dirt.
We’ll see!
My buddy sent me a link for some 300 SX bikes discounted a few thousand at a US dealer recently. Can’t recall the dealer but seems there’s some cuts south of here.
There were some discounts at GP late in fall. As I recall the biggest were on MX bikes and declined significantly once you got to the street legal enduros.
Of course the GasGas bicycles are about 40% off in some cases.
I only looked for about 2min but here's a 24 300SX for $7999Cdn ($2600 off). Just need to look around for remaining inventory as far as you're willing to travel and then make an offer. If they bite fine, and if they don't also fine.
Edit - I forgot to post the link.
www.holeshotracing.ca
Edit - I forgot to post the link.
2024 KTM 300 SX Kt300sx24 | Holeshot Motorsports
Holeshot Motorsports is the largest motorsports dealership in BC, featuring new & used motorcycles and ATVs from brands such as Honda, KTM, Suzuki, Yamaha, Truimph, Ducati, Can-am, Polaris, and BMW. We have been offering our customers top-notch service, parts, accessories, and financing since...
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Yep, the motorcycle and larger recreation industry is finally starting to experience the post-COVID hangover.
Granted, it took much longer than I expected. Dark economic clouds on the horizon are exacerbating the hangover too.
There are some seriously smoking deals out there for those who have kept their powder dry. Not just KTM. My bike-flipping buddies are in a feeding frenzy on Facebook. Every other post is, "Check out my new ride!!!"
TK4
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Could be worse - could be Nissan.
Mad Mike
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I’m having a hard time right now, a lot of killer deals on boats and bikes while I’m under a halt-trading order.
I l turned down a desperate callback offer last week on a KLR I looked at for my son 3 weeks ago.
Also seen a pile of 2T projects show up cheap lately. 2Ts are my new favourites.
I prefer 2T smell over Napalm in the morning.
I was wondering about that. I assume that means his wife told him to slow down with acquiring bikes for a bit.
