MotoGP remains a cornerstone of KTM's sporting identity, even during a period of financial and industrial reorganization. The Austrian brand, which had weathered a major crisis with significant debt and extensive restructuring, has seen its racing activities secure a central place in its recovery strategy.
The management of KTM has confirmed that it is in discussions with external investors to bolster the financing of its MotoGP team. The idea is not to abandon the sport, but rather to ensure its survival and growth in an increasingly expensive environment: technical involvement, increased competition, and new regulations on the horizon.
In the plans mentioned, KTM would be ready to concede a minority stake (around 30%) to a financial partner, while retaining operational control of its MotoGP project.
According to the CEO's statements Gottfried Neumeister, KTM hopes to finalize an agreement before the end of the yearThis would allow us to approach 2026 with a more solid financial base and external support to achieve our sporting objectives.
In recent days, several rumors have circulated regarding a possible takeover by CFMotoThe Chinese manufacturer had shown interest in the MotoGP sector in the past. These speculations have been formally denied by KTM: CFMoto is not an option to join or acquire the MotoGP project. KTM wants to maintain control over its program, even if it welcomes an external investor.
KTM wants to retain operational control even with an external partner
The CEO of KTM has been very clear: despite various discussions or sources, the MotoGP project will not be sold to CFMotonor sold to other brands that might seek to make it their sports platform, according to information gathered by Motorsport-Magazine.com.
Seeking an investor is not a sign of weakness, but rather a response to three realities: the cost ever-increasing MotoGP programs, especially with the arrival of the 850cc bikes in 2027. The scars left by the financial crisis and the insolvency of 2024/2025, which forced KTM to reorganize its finances. And the need for long-term support to remain competitive against giants like Ducati, Honda and Yamaha, who have enormous industrial resources.
KTM Therefore, he is not trying to flee MotoGP, but to... stabilize for the future while retaining its identity and sporting independence rather than ceding it to a third party, Japanese or Chinese.
KTM is actively pursuing a strategic investor for the MotoGP project. The brand wishes to retain operational control even with an external partner.
CFMoto is not considered an option for resuming or integrating the program MotoGP KTMAn agreement could be finalized with one or more investors before the end of 2025, giving KTM a more secure financial base to tackle the pivotal years ahead.
