KTM confirms grand prix return in Moto3

KTM will be fielding a 250cc Race bike in next years Moto3 category, I wonder if we will see a KTM 250cc road bike soon ??

Chris


see http://www.crash.net/motogp/news/169850/1/ktm_confirms_grand_prix_return_in_moto3.html


One day after Honda officially unveiled its Moto3 machine, KTM has confirmed it is return to motorcycle grand prix racing in the new class.Moto3, which will feature 250cc four-strokes, is replacing the 125cc two-stroke World Championship from 2012. KTM was a previous title contender in 125, and also won races in 250cc, before a factory withdraw from both classes.

And while a '100% pure, in-house Moto3 racing machine is being developed by KTM engineer Wolfgang Felber and his team. KTM has also secured an exclusive partnership with Kalex Engineering'. KTM will supply engines to Kalex, whose chassis currently leads the Moto2 World Championship in the hands of Stefan Bradl. The Kalex headquarters is just two hours away from KTM in Upper Austria.

'Together the two companies will combine both skills and passion to develop two different, but parallel concepts, both focusing on a successful entry into the new race category,' the KTM statement added.

"We approach our entry into the Moto3 class with confidence," said KTM head of Motorsports Pit Beirer. "Our own plans are right on schedule for a racing bike completely developed in Mattighofen, while at the same time we have also found the best possible partner, who will present our engine at a very high and professional level. Kalex Engineering is well positioned for this in every way and just like KTM is highly motivated to develop a bike capable of winning in the new Moto3 category.