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KTM’s insisted it’s ‘business as usual’ for its 2025 MotoGP programme amid the company’s financial mess. It’s successfully convinced its riders of that too
Much of MotoGP’s winter break has been overshadowed by news of KTM’s significant financial troubles, raising questions about the future of the team in MotoGP and their 2025 development plans. Despite this, KTM factory riders Brad Binder and Pedro Acosta are optimistic about the team’s prospects for 2025. KTM’s management has reassured them that the financial situation will not impact the MotoGP program in the short term, which was evident during their visit to KTM headquarters in Austria in January.
Binder was impressed by the preparations made by KTM for the upcoming season and expressed confidence in the team’s plans. He emphasized his trust in the team’s management over online speculations. Acosta, although initially concerned, also visited the factory and found the reality to be far better than what was portrayed in the media. Both riders believe that KTM’s focus should be on refining their existing strengths rather than introducing excessive new parts.
