The good news is that KTM will indeed be on the track in 2025 as the competition department has started assembling the bikes for the new season. The pilots were summoned to gather around the RC16s with their flamboyant orange liveries. A photo session as banal as it is essential for the online presentation on January 30. But be careful, because it is said that, at the same time, Pit Beirer and Aki Ajo will also have to announce that someone will inevitably be left on the sidelines…
The 2025 MotoGP season promises to be tumultuous for
KTMwhich, despite a deep financial crisis, maintains its presence on the track. After starting to build the bikes for the new season, the riders of the Austrian brand were summoned by Pit
Beirer et Aki Ajo to participate in essential ritual activities. However, behind this apparent normality lies a worrying reality: Pit
Beirer et Aki Ajo will inevitably have to announce that some pilots will be left behind.
The accounting books of the three main companies in the group
Pierer were brought before the courts, precipitating KTM in self-administration to avoid bankruptcy. A restructuring plan, which must be approved by February 25imposes a drastic reduction in costs, including those allocated to the race. “
The 100 million euros annually devoted to competition and the 46 million for MotoGP are too high “, explain Peter Littlethe bankruptcy trustee's man.
Despite a glimmer of hope regarding the ability to
KTM to find new investments, a withdrawal from MotoGP is envisaged for 2026. In the meantime, the brand must navigate a period of great uncertainty. “
The development of the RC16 is blocked for the moment. If we can take it back, it will be with one eye on costs », Declares a person close to the team to MOW. This situation means that only the most efficient pilots, among Pedro Acosta, Enea Bastianini, Binder et Vinaleswill have a chance to continue racing, depending on their results in the first races of the season.
« Someone will inevitably be left behind », source KTM
Pit Beirerin charge of racing activities, and
-Aki Ajonew team manager, must now manage this difficult reality. “ KTM will have to make a choice and focus on just one bike, or two at most », specifies Beirer. This forced decision could upset the dynamic of the team and impact the careers of several drivers.
KTM will continue to be regularly present on the circuits in 2025, despite the financial challenges but certain riders will have to be left aside to allow the team to control its costs and concentrate on the development of its motorcycles. “ That's exactly what they'll tell pilots: someone will inevitably be left behind », Adds an internal source from Mattighofen to MOW.
As MotoGP prepares to conclude a new cycle of contracts with its manufacturers from 2027, the future of
KTM in the championship remains uncertain. The current situation highlights the need for more rigorous cost management and appropriate regulation to ensure the sustainability of teams in such a demanding sport.
KTM enters the 2025 season with determination but also with serious challenges to overcome. The financial restructuring and difficult choices regarding riders will be decisive for the brand's future in MotoGP, making this season a crucial period for the Styrian trigram and its enthusiasts.
