Factbites
 Where results make sense
About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   PR   |   Contact us  

Topic: KTM (motorcycle manufacturer)


  
  Motorcycle Daily
It is contemplated that Stefan Pierer, managing director of the KTM POWER SPORTS AG, shall be nominated for a seat on the Board of Directors at POLARIS and that Tom Tiller, the chairman of the board (CEO) of POLARIS, be simultaneously nominated for a seat on the KTM supervisory board.
KTM Power Sports AG (formerly known as Cross Holding AG, which is publicly traded on the Vienna Stock Exchange under the symbol CRO), owns and controls KTM Sportmotorcycle AG, a leading European manufacturer of motorcycles with fiscal year 2004 revenue of over 400 million Euros.
KTM CEO Stefan Pierer is expected to be named to the Polaris Board of Directors after the closing date of the transaction.
www.motorcycledaily.com /19july05_ktm_polaris.htm   (1487 words)

  
 Motorcycle Online: 2001 KTM Roll-Out
KTM leads the class' manufacturers championship as well, all because of the success of the new Racing Four-Strokes.
KTM claims that the valving is the same for all SXs (and is stiffer than incorporated into E/XC suspension), though the125 naturally has lighter-rate springs.
KTM and motocross may well be on its way to becoming synonymous.
www.motorcycle.com /mo/mcdirt/01ktm.html   (2184 words)

  
 KTM News
Austrian motorcycle manufacturer, KTM, are getting their long rumored RC8 ready for the public.
KTM has issued the first official sketches of a purist two-seater, the X-bow, that it intends to display at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show.
KTM announces Orange Level Service Centers December 15, 2006 KTM North America is proud to introduce the Orange Level Service Centers.
www.topix.net /motorcycles/ktm   (642 words)

  
 KTM Australia - KTM Street Fleet   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
KTM Sportmotorcycles are renowned as the leader in offroad motorcycle technology.
KTM Australia has teamed up with its national v-twin dealerships to host a series of KTM Street Fleet demo days for the public to test ride its on-road motorcycle range throughout October, November and December.
The KTM 990 SuperDuke's engine is derived from the extremely successful KTM 950 V-twin which has proven itself in the harshest testing ground at the Dakar Rally, where it won in its first outing.
www.ktm.com.au /?id=62   (803 words)

  
 Mika Kallio - WOI Encyclopedia Italia
Mika Kallio (born November 8, 1982 in Valkeakoski) is a Finnish motorcycle racer.
In addition to traditional road racing, Kallio has won the Finnish motorcycle ice racing championship in 2000, 2004 and 2005 in the 125cc class and in 2004 also in the 500cc class.
Talmácsi still drove for KTM in the last three races, but was fired immediately after the season finale at Valencia.
www.wheelsofitaly.com /wiki/index.php/Mika_Kallio   (354 words)

  
 2005 KTM Super Duke - MotorcycleUSA.com
KTM claims you can lighten the 395 lb (dry) load by making use of the carbon fiber parts already on the shelves at the factory.
KTM, the Austrian bike manufacturer best known for its fabulous off-road title winning machines, has sets its sights on becoming Europe's largest motorcycle manufacturer.
KTM says a further 15kg (33 lbs) can be dropped by making use of the carbon fibre performance parts already on the parts shelves at the factory.
www.motorcycle-usa.com /Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=2143   (428 words)

  
 KTM Motorcycles: Pennsylvania Accident Attorneys / PA Biker Injury Lawyers. Collisions, Driver Negligence, ...
For the 2007 model-year, all of KTM's four-stroke SX motors were re-designed similarly to the 250 SX-F, in a dual-overhead cam 4-valve line dubbed the "RC4".
KTM was the first manufacturer to offer a competition-ready Supermoto bike to the public, and their sponsored racers currently sit atop the US Supermoto racing circuit.
Because of the complexities involved in motorcycle accident cases, it is important that you act quickly and contact an attorney with any questions or issues.
www.munley.com /ktm-motorcycles.html   (1028 words)

  
 MAN Nutzfahrzeuge - KTM   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
KTM’s race trucks are laden with spare parts for the motorbikes and also contain the necessary basic workshop equipment so that a motorbike can be repaired in the middle of nowhere.
Since the KTM works motorbikes are always right up among the leaders these trucks have to be every bit as good.
For its service KTM depends on three high-mobility, three-axle trucks from the SX range, which is also in great demand among military customers and airport fire brigades.
www.man-mn.co.uk /en/MAN_Fans/Sport/Offroad/KTM.jsp   (132 words)

  
 Polaris Industries Inc. Purchases Additional KTM Shares from Institutional Investor; Maintains Interest in KTM at 24.9%
KTM recently increased its outstanding capital stock as part of a transaction that resulted in it acquiring the interests of a minority shareholder in one of its subsidiaries.
KTM Sportmotorcycle AG designs, engineers, manufactures and markets off-road and on-road motorcycles and related parts, garments and accessories with annual sales of Euros 402 million in 2004.
KTM Power Sports AG, formerly known as Cross Holding AG, is traded on the Vienna stock exchange under the symbol KTM (formerly traded under the symbol CRO).
www.theautochannel.com /news/2005/09/07/142300.html   (794 words)

  
 Dirt Bike News - KTM Prepares for the Ultimate Rally - Dirt Rider Magazine
For KTM that means no less than a crew of 60 support staff with seven Jeeps and seven MAN Trucks to follow the race.
Under the KTM motto "Ready to Race", the company therefore applies as much dedication to the precise logistical planning for the Dakar Rally as it does to the design and manufacture of its machines.
KTM is the only motorcycle manufacturer that produces the successful rally bikes in small numbers for the private rider "ready to race".
www.dirtrider.com /news/141_0512_ktm_prepares_for_2006_dakar_rally   (1323 words)

  
 Polaris, Victory and Austria's KTM Motorcycles Announce Alliance - News & Updates - Motorcycle Cruiser
KTM is likely to get an accelerated entry into the ATV market, and it would benefit from Polaris's larger (1700 compared to KTM's 400) dealer network in the U.S. The companies share some suppliers, so there could be benefits in that area.
When KTM reopened, it began producing motorcycles and bicycles, and by 1968, produced more than 10,000 vehicles, was racing again and began exporting motorcycles and scooters to the United States.
Motorcycles in this segment are developed with a rigid chassis and specialty suspensions engineered to support the demands of racing, jumps and other aggressive maneuvers.
www.motorcyclecruiser.com /newsandupdates/polaris_victory_ktm_alliance   (2890 words)

  
 POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC. AND KTM ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP - ATV at Off-Road.com
Victory motorcycles, established in 1998 and representing the first all-new American-made motorcycle from a major company in nearly 60 years, are rapidly making impressive in-roads into the motorcycle cruiser marketplace.
About KTM KTM Sportmotorcycle AG, formerly known as Cross Holding AG, designs, engineers, manufacturers and markets off-road and on-road motorcycles and related parts, garments and accessories with annual sales of 402 million Euros in 2004.
KTM sells it motorcycles through a network of over 1400 independent dealers and approximately 50 distributors worldwide with Europe being its strongest market.
www.off-road.com /atv/press/2005_08/polaris_ktm.html   (1204 words)

  
 KTM to produce Lotus rivalling car in 2007, Article (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.netlab.uky.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
EXCITING Austrian motorcycle manufacturer, KTM, is planning to take on the Lotus Elise with its own lightweight roadster.
As yet, there's no name for the KTM sports car, but it is expected to follow the principles of the Lotus Seven, a car which ultimately inspired the project.
KTM believes there is a market for 1,000 of its roadsters every year in Europe.
www.visordown.com.cob-web.org:8888 /motorcyclenews/view/ktm_to_produce_lotus_rivalling_car_in_2007/342.html   (389 words)

  
 ATV News - POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC. AND KTM ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
Information about the complete line of KTM products, apparel and vehicle accessories is available from authorized KTM dealers or from the KTM homepage at www.ktm.com.
KTM Power Sports AG, formerly known as Cross Holding AG, is traded on the Vienna stock exchange under the symbol CRO, which is in the process of being changed to the symbol KTM.
Additional information on KTM Power Sports AG can be found at www.cross-ag.com., which is in the process of being changed to www.ktm.com/investor relations.
www.atvriders.com /atvnews/polaris_ktm.html   (1203 words)

  
 Motorcycle News » KTM presents the 2007 highlights at INTERMOT in Cologne (via CobWeb/3.1 ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
KTM, Europe’s second largest motorcycle manufacturer presents the largest selection of models in the history of the company as well as a range of exciting new innovations at “INTERMOT” the largest trade fair of its kind.
And yes, KTM has also long shown its competence on the asphalt and is also exhibiting powerful street bikes at INTERMOT that are completely in tune with the company’s “Ready to Race” philosophy.
KTM also launches another highlight in the Supermoto segment with a further innovation for the year 2007.
www.moto-newsblog.com.cob-web.org:8888 /news/ktm-presents-the-2007-highlights-at-intermot-in-cologne/1029   (501 words)

  
 Motorcycle Safety Foundation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation is a US national, not-for-profit organization sponsored by the U.S. manufacturers and distributors of BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Piaggio/Vespa, Suzuki, Triumph, Victory and Yamaha motorcycles.
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) is internationally recognized as a leading developer of comprehensive, research-based, rider education and training system curricula that promotes lifelong-learning for motorcyclists and continuous professional development for certified RiderCoaches and other trainers.
This is also important for automobile drivers, but it is critical for more exposed motorcycle riders, as well as the similarly exposed bicycle riders.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Motorcycle_Safety_Foundation   (351 words)

  
 KTM Wins 2005 125cc Constructors Title - webBikeWorld
Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM today clinched the 125cc Road Race Constructors’ World Championship with Mika Kallio’s brilliant, last corner victory in the Valencia Grand Prix.
The road race constructors’ world championship for KTM adds to the company’s already established reputation as world champions in off-road competition.
Winning the constructors’ championship for KTM is satisfying but for the riders’ championship I was always worried that Mika would lose by five points -- which are the points he lost when with the result at Qatar when Gabor won the race.”
www.webbikeworld.com /ktm/ktm-world-championship.htm   (567 words)

  
 Policies
All claims must be made to the carrier within 3 days from receipt of goods, supported by a bill of lading and invoice.
Liability: The purchaser of any part releases the manufacturer, Cycle Hutt and its affiliates and employees of those parts, from all liabilities pertaining to the use of those parts.
The purchaser recognizes that any alteration or modifications to any motorcycle may increase the risk of injury or accident, and may also render the motorcycle illegal for use on public roads.
www.ktmcyclehutt.com /policies.htm   (1258 words)

  
 Polaris Introduces an Outlaw Powered by KTM: Outlaw 525 is result of collaborative project between Polaris and KTM   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Best known for its racing heritage, Austrian-based KTM is a premiere motorcycle manufacturer that designs, engineers, manufacturers and markets high-performance off-road and on-road motorcycles.
The company has won 96 world championship titles and is known for building motorcycles that are “ready to race.” KTM’s “Ready to Race” engine technology combined with Polaris’ leadership in ATV suspension made it evident enhancing the Outlaw would be first collaborative ATV project for the companies.
In addition to the KTM engine, the Outlaw 525 has a new 5-speed transmission with reverse and a hydraulic clutch for a smoother ride.
www.atvriders.com /atvnews/polarisktm2007outlaw525atvintro.html   (510 words)

  
 KTMTalk Home Page -> Letter To Ktm   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Add the fact that KTM supports the 125gp class and is soon to enter the 250gp class (although not as popular in America), I remain puzzled.
Even if they were, I and the other numerous KTM riders that I met there could not find their booth which means they deserved to be missed by potential buyers and fans (but trust me they were not there).
Motorcycle show came to Denver year before last, there was a sign outside saying KTM was not going to be represented.
www.ktmtalk.com /index.php?showtopic=120747   (2184 words)

  
 KTM develops car - R1-Forum.Com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM is planning to built their first real car after they made very good experiences with entering the market for Quads a couple of years back.
KTM hopes to be able to sell around 1000 of its ultra lightweight, topless two-seaters per year.
KTM will attempt to bridge the gap between the sensations of riding a motorcycle with the experience of driving a car by building a roofless vehicle with a front windscreen that's only 2.75 inches high.
www.r1-forum.com /forums/showthread.php?t=181065   (987 words)

  
 Inside Line: Purist Paradise: X-bow Thinks Outside the Box -   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Motorcycle maker KTM will unveil this roadster, the X-bow, at Geneva in the spring.
KTM's X-bow two-seater is lightweight and minimally designed, but has two huge roll bars to help with safety.
KTM, which is renowned for its rally bikes, now aims to go one step further with a much more exclusive and high-quality package.
www.edmunds.com /insideline/do/News/articleId=118841?imw=Y   (249 words)

  
 Polaris to Purchase Part of KTM - MotorcycleUSA.com
KTM has been the subject of take-over discussion in the past few years, with companies as diverse as Harley-Davidson and Ducati as potential suitors for the increasingly desirable Austrian brand.
But it is Polaris (which owns Victory Motorcycles) that is the first to step up to the plate to the tune of about $80 million.
This new enterprise combines the largest manufacturers of powersports segment outside of Japan, with a combined revenue of $2.4 billion.
www.motorcycle-usa.com /Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=2305&Page=1   (782 words)

  
 KTM.com - Ready to Race - KTM Sportmotorcycle AG (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.netlab.uky.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
KTM starts the Dakar 2007 on January 6 with three factory teams:...
Amherst, OH - KTM North America is proud to introduce the Orange...
In the Supercross Lites class Red Bull KTM’s Zach Osborne...
www.ktmusa.com.cob-web.org:8888   (72 words)

  
 Polaris
Polaris Industries Inc. announced July 19 that it will purchase a 24-percent interest in Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM Power Sports AG, formerly known as Cross Holding AG, and partner with KTM on several important strategic projects.
In addition to the cooperative projects, Polaris will purchase a 24-percent stake in KTM Power Sports AG from an institutional investor for 66.6 million Euros or approximately $80 million funded from Polaris' existing bank line of credit arrangement.
KTM Power Sports AG (formerly known as Cross Holding AG, which is publicly traded on the Vienna Stock Exchange under the symbol CRO), owns and controls KTM Sportmotorcycle AG, a European manufacturer of motorcycles with fiscal year 2004 revenue of more than 400 million Euros.
www.snowgoer.com /output.cfm?id=994357   (787 words)

  
 Oregon, KTM, motorcycle, dealer, Husqvarna KTM of Gresham
Steve Doane purchased the Husqvarna franchise from a local dealer in 1984 and carried the brand exclusively until the manufacturer in Sweden was sold.
He then migrated to KTM in 1988, where as it turned out, many of his Husqvarna friends had also gone.
KTM at one time was affiliated with Husaberg and today in addition to all things KTM, the store provides parts, accessories and service for Husaberg.
www.ktmnorthwest.com /aboutus.asp   (186 words)

  
 Rubber Magazine - KTM Motorcycles Unveils 2005 Supermoto Models
KTM promises 30 percent stiffer rear ends on both bikes, thanks in part to a new cast swing arm.
KTM's commitment to the sport of supermoto does not stop with these two motorcycle models.
An impressive variety of accessories is available from the manufacturer to either enhance the 450 and 525, or convert other KTM dirt bikes into fully competitive supermoto machines.
www.rubbermag.com /news/041115_5n.html   (343 words)

  
 gizmag Article: Incredible debut for 250 KTM
July 26, 2005 Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM had one of the most remarkable debuts of any racing machine in history when it gave its new KTM Grand Prix 250 its first outing in the hands of Australian rider Anthony West at the British MotoGP round.
So despite KTM’s illustrious off-road racing pedigree, and a fine showing from its recently created 125 roadracer, it was not expected to be competitive for some time yet, given that it had only been ridden ONCE prior to arriving at the Grand Prix.
KTM’s Technical and Managing Director Harald Bartol said of the crash, “We are still in a development phase with the new KTM 250 so it is normal to have some initial problems.”
www.gizmag.com.au /go/4321   (807 words)

  
 Cross Holding
KTM CEOs Stefan Pierer and Rudolf Knuenz have a majority interest in Cross Holding, which was founded 1990.
Stefan Pierer, Cross chairman, said KTM has plans to expand into the street motorcycle and ATV markets, and said synergies exist between KTM’s plans and Rosenbauer’s operations.
KTM posted sales of 402.4 euro million (approximately $524.3 million) for its fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2004.
www.powersportsbusiness.com /output.cfm?id=934525   (279 words)

Try your search on: Qwika (all wikis)

Factbites
  About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   Press   |   Contact us  
Copyright © 2005-2007 www.factbites.com Usage implies agreement with terms.