The start of the 2025 season almost turned into a nightmare for KTM. Financial problems, disappointing results, rumors surrounding the departure of Pedro Acosta and Enea Bastianini… the mood was far from celebratory. But in the space of one summer, the Austrian manufacturer completely reversed the trend. Today, KTM is back at the top of MotoGP – and behind this recovery, one name keeps coming up: Dani Pedrosa.
The first clearing came from Brno. KTM has finally laid a solid foundation there. We laid a good foundation in Brno, which allowed us to have a pleasant summer and to progress ", explains **Pit Beirer**, director of KTM Motorsport.
The trigger was confirmed in Spielberg, where the new aerodynamic solutions were unanimous. Immediate result: Peter Acosta on the sprint podium, morale rising, and above all, proof that KTM had taken the right technical direction.
For Beirer, a key player deserves to be mentioned: Dani Pedrosa. The old pilot Honda, three-time MotoGP world vice-champion, who became a test rider and advisor KTM, played a decisive role.
« He gave me very clear advice when we were at our lowest. He was a valuable partner in getting me back on track. », admits Beirer. And his message was clear: don't give in to panic.
« Dani Pedrosa's advice was not to make the typical KTM mistake of throwing everything away when things didn't go as planned. »
« His advice was not to make the typical KTM mistake of giving up when things didn't go as planned. We often reacted too quickly and too abruptly.This time we realized we needed a clear plan, a solid base for our four drivers, and enough parts for everyone. ", explains on motorsport magazine Beirer.
Pedrosa reminded that multiplying improvised updates only sowed chaos. He imposed a new discipline: planning, consistency, patience.
The lesson paid off. I believe our team is better than everCommunication between the factory and the circuit is now much more fluid and controlled. This feeling is gradually permeating our drivers. This is the most important thing: Without confident drivers, you don't get good results "Says Beirer.
More Pedrosa remains vigilant and continues to play the role of safeguard. Dani warns us : we cannot slowly and gradually get back on track, only to derail and end on a negative note. "Says the director.
Clear : KTM owes its return to the top as much to aerodynamics as to the leg of Dani Pedrosa, this discreet strategist who, far from the spotlight, prevented the Austrian factory from falling into its old ways.
