IS KTM GOING UNDER

[@theEHWAZ]

Thanks for the perspective. Love my KTMs and your Taco Moto mods made my 500 EXC-F the perfect machine.

[@OrangeDesertTrackerODT]

Plus two! My 500 exc-f is a BEAST due to your meat and potatoes mods! Thanks Mike!

[@rc51bigdaddy]

Me too!

[@hardyeleonore]

I did exactly what you are saying, I bought a new 2024 501s in cash and saved thousands of dollars.

[@666dualsport]

untill you need repairs

[@billt-g2s]

@@666dualsport lol

[@tri7272]

Yea I have been waiting on this from you as well Mike. This is the way us KTM lovers in florida and North Georgia feel. Big car companys do this, often more than once. I love my 350exc and my little 390 adv, and will have a 500exc soon. Thanks for the opinion.. Keep up the good work out there and we will continue to support you. 🏁🏁🏁

[@lukefish7562]

Cool. Been really curious of your thoughts. Appreciate ya! 🏍️💨

[@Motoseaner]

As long as I can get parts for my 2020 501 I'm good🦄. Thanks for the insightful video

[@rasmusredd]

Thanks Mike for your insight & clarification. I Love my KTMs & Taco Moto.

[@vlodpg]

Dealers in CT/MASS area must have missed the memo as their prices are still almost full MSRP. They show the prices marked down then add shipping,setup & doc fees…MSRP

[@RMZ298]

I bought a new 350 EXC in Mass over the holidays for about $4200 off. Lots of deals, you just need to look around. The rebates on the 24's are now gone though as of the 1st of the year.

[@PowerSports]

Dealership? I think you meant Stealership. 😂 Back in the day, we always had to travel out of state to dealers to actually find a fair price on a new bike.

[@Zt3v3]

Pierer group is the GM of Austria. Think of all the suppliers too, some are within PMG but WP, Pankl, Elko, Kokusan, NGK, Brembo, Domino, FAR, Acerbis, and Gregor.

[@lancerambert]

I worked as a tech at a KTM dealer and it was always tons of warranty on customers brand new bikes which is why I've always stuck with Honda. Also the girls upstairs said it was extremely difficult to get them to actually pay for the warranty work which is why we literally wouldn't touch the bike until we had approval which really pissed customers off.

[@MichaelSmittySmithScottsdaleAz]

This is a big deal. Epecially when costs go up

[@PowerSports]

This!!! It took 3 months for them to warranty a seat on my 2024 FE501s that arrived ripped straight from the factory.

[@NoTengoIlusiones]

As engineer , Honda for me Period.

[@MiguelCatch22]

@@NoTengoIlusionesim Honda at heart as well, but im trying my luck with a 24 Beta 500, ill have it next week 🤞🏽

[@motozz8258]

Opps @lance has some reality to share , thanks man these ktm channels that make there money off the back of ktm people are getting old with there dribble all things ktm. I know a Huskaberggas dealer have done for over 10 years and two mechanics .

[@ninjazxd]

Well I don’t plan on selling mine so I don’t have to worry about it.

[@rc51bigdaddy]

Count me in as one who got a great deal on a Gas Gas ES500. Love the bike! I also spent a lot of cash with many aftermarket companies, including Taco Moto. Money well spent. Now just waiting for your coming fuel pump system for the funky gas tanks. Nice to hear your take on the whole KTM problem. Thanks!

[@n.elliott9122]

The thing is that anyone who is business-minded should be disgusted by what the leadership of KTM has done. And we should shun them, stop buying the brand in America until they reach a state of having to sell off brands and go back to focusing on quality. I will personally never own another KTM and that means KTMS Husqvarna KTM is gas gas KTM is anything else I'll support sharco, beta, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki.

[@davidleblanc1964]

Serious question; when will the 20pc Dad's root beer barrel candies be re-stocked?

[@gmarcos95]

Give this man an upvote

[@lanwickum]

This questions needs the most thumbs ups!

[@mikerasmussen7367]

Agree! 😂

[@rc51bigdaddy]

Great question. Love those things!

[@nicklewis07]

Thanks for the great information!

[@gerardabbatte331]

Just bought a 24 SXF 350 2K off. Smoking deal and best bike I’ve every had 😊

[@RyanShelton-j1q]

I FINALLY see some GasGas in the TacoShop!! Please make some build videos with them!

[@paulscountry456]

They have those here really discounted beyond belief ,I mean I just bought a KTM but I wish I had more cash to get a 125 or 250 those bikes are flat out wicked and look fantastic,I rode a 2024 125 and the motor and suspension are gold.

[@PowerSports]

My friend just bought a new GasGas Enduro and is waiting on more Taco Moto parts to be released for it.

[@scottfast03]

Great insight. I wholeheartedly agree.

[@JasonsCrypticchannel]

👍thanks for sharing Mike!☺

[@gregharris2928]

I was wondering when & if you were going to address this topic. I knew KTM wouldn’t disappear. I’m going to ride the S?hit out of my 350, 450 & 500 and enjoy them. Thanks Mike.

[@motozz8258]

sheesuz 3 bikes haha indoctrinated ktmman

[@MarkFries-o7n]

Hope they get new leadership that are motorcycle people!!!

[@toma.2814]

Wait until February to buy. There's a KTM creditor's committee meeting on January 25th. Most likely, creditors will force the liquidation of the inventory to raise cash.

[@terrarecon]

I plan to wait much longer than that. It's too soon for me to feel comfortable spending money with KTM and its other brands at this time. I will let other people give KTM whatever money they want in my stead.

[@toma.2814]

@@terrarecon also a very sensible perspective as whoever buys one is making a bet the company survives. I also think it depends what you buy. I'd be much more worried buying a street or supersport bike than a dirt bike where they're arguable the market leader

[@J.Harry.T]

Too big to fail? Where have I heard that before? The defaulted debt is probably bigger than the value of the business. It is difficult to see the case for another company being keen about taking on those liabilities. The only way for the business not to accept bankruptcy is to persuade creditors to accept a small fraction of what they are owed. However, that is not the end of it, because it is likely there are further debts which are yet to fall due. In any case, any potential customers now know that there is so much unsold stock that they are entitled to expect ‘rock-bottom’ prices. This will further depress any valuation of company assets. I think KTM may very well be ‘done for’.

[@ltonkerinstein873]

I’d love to receive the parts I need for the “Good Will” repair of my 790 Adv R Rally. And, I’d like those parts to fix the chronic problem and have my 20+ Grand bike be reliable.

[@marchofthecontraption8060]

Already bought, picking up tomorrow...Brand new '23 890 R for 40% off...Couldn't talk a tech pack in on the deal, which stinks, but they did offer me a 3 year warranty for no fee. I am going to run the demo mode out and see if any KTM offers / deals are floating around on the tech pack and a few other power parts...parts? I have seen with me own eyes Duke 390s for less then a price of a grom too, if anyone is looking to get into biking. Sadly the 390 Adventure haven't seen any screaming deals on those yet.

[@human1513]

Maybe they need someone to take over KTM as I have along with 1,000's and 1,000's of KTM owners had to deal with bikes that seized, broke and never ran properly. I had to spend a lot of my own money to get it to where it is now.

[@thumperstick]

Just snagged a GASGAS ES500 for $6999. Times are crazy

[@joshuapidek9282]

Where?? Do they have any more?

[@2Wheels-Adventures]

I don't care of the resale value of the KTMs in my corral. I own them to ride and enjoy where they take me! We #bleedorange in our Basecamp. We have faith in #ktm . Thank you for your positive impact and update on our brand!

[@garnet4846]

Get a grip.

[@PowerSports]

They did this to themselves, the quality control on the 2024 bikes is terrible. Mine had multiple issues right from the factory. Pathetic for $14k.

[@bikegiant1376]

Yeah I highly doubt that KTM’s reliability issues are what’s led to this situation. Certainly, I don’t think it’s helped things, but I think the issue is much more complex than some nagging reliability issues. Just my two cents.

[@paul.vanhout57]

Excess production rates most likely contributed to the quality issues. Quality control is definitely an area where KTM needs to improve.

[@jackdaniels7913]

I haven't had any issues with my 24 500 EXC-F yet, but I've also not had any time on it, and for $14k, yes, I will be less than ecstatic if anything comes up for sure...

[@paul.vanhout57]

@ - my EXC-F and Husky equivalents were always solid and issue free. I think the street bikes in particular are where much of the quality concerns have been reported, i.e. the 790/890 cam issue.

[@MrEtnorb]

Trumps crazy tariff policies will make things worse for US consumers, including KTM buyers. Here in Australia there are masses of dirt bikes sitting unsold. There are predictions of one or two interest rate cuts this year and this will kickstart discretionary buying, which largely includes dirt bikes. The pity is that sellers are still stuck on Covid era high prices but the market won’t cop that.

[@seamarsh3756]

Stock is up 45% in last month:)

[@longbow0728]

IMPROVED KTM part lead times would be the biggest improvement for OEM parts. The lead times 2 years ago in my experience was absurd.

[@dandersonjr]

Thank you. I had commented on several channels that KTM isn't going anywhere but now someone that knows more than the average rider has backed me up. I was in the motorcycle business in the past and have a little inkling of how these things work. Unfortunately this still won't stop all the fear mongering.

[@ryank7961]

I purchased a brand new 2024 350 xwf for $9600 2 weeks ago

[@josech]

Part of the issue of the current inventory is the entry of the Euro 5 +, so all the bikes produced Euro 5 certified cannot be registered in EU in 2025.

[@brcodgaming]

KTM used to have these issues back in the day before anyone would buy them in the US everyone thought the brand was crap

[@Project_789T]

Thanks Mike, the voice of reason.

[@R1Kyle]

What, are you drunk? Saying the aftermarket companies will not be effected by this is preposterous. I know I am not bolting on a bunch of aftermarket goodies on my new machine knowing I will not keep it for long and knowing the used market is going to take a massive dive because the dealers are blowing out new models with massive discounts. This will hurt some other players in the world down stream of KTM.

[@briansmale5457]

I can't see KTM surviving as they are now, they will probably have to cut back a fair bit on models maybe even brands, their stock is about 10% of their debt which makes me think they are in trouble ? I can't see it affecting after market companies, but i can see possible issues with what i would call niche type model parts.

[@TheKitchenTechnician]

A great time for Yamaha to take up the slack and build a proper friggin 300!

[@dirtydog1114]

I’d love to see Yamaha come out with a proper 300, but would be even more psyched if they used their CP2 engine to compete with the 690SMCR.

[@motozz8258]

Be good a 300 but dont count out the fact you may live in a Hard Enduro bubble , millions of Enduro and Motocross bikes sold every year . Hard enduro looks like a viable option financially but will only take sales off of the Enduro 4ts . Game over for 300 market if a Japenese manufacturer did a 300 2t for sure .

[@CaptainRon1913]

Your analogy GM, Chrysler didn't go out of business, therefore KTM won't, is questionable... GM has 160,000 employees, KTM had 6000 in 2022. Fewer now. KTM is $3,000,000,000 in debt. Thats massive for a relatively small company.

[@mototrailz]

Thank you Mike 🫡

[@Liberty4Ever]

I always thought it was bizarre (not in a good way) that KTM offered a huge range of bikes in each category in 50 cc increments and then sold the same bikes as KTM, Husquvarna, and Gas Gas. In trying to capture every micro-niche in the marketplace, they increased their overhead cost for each of their products and mostly competed with themselves. I also don't like orange. 😀

[@terrarecon]

Yeah I agree, I thought the same.

[@066motocross]

I bought a new 2024 150 xc w and I absolutely love this bike. Love it! I'm 60 and have owned many different brands and types of dirt bikes and this KTM is awesome! I wish I had bought KTM years ago. I've owned all of them except Kawi. Never owned a Kawasaki. Not because I didn't like them, I just never bought one.

[@ogasi1798]

No, said it from the start - they will be fine - i only wish that in the UK they were selling bikes off like over there, here the prices have not changed - so it's still 12.5k for a new 500, or 15.5k in your money - wowzas.... 😞

[@jeffcaputi9666]

You are absolutely right if you are not spending money on a new motorcycle, you're losing money.

[@Dave.S.TT600]

There's only one option...Chinese Majority ownership (by the chinese firms already related to KTM) The Austrian Government has enough problems.

[@motozz8258]

Already getting old the fanboys trying to justify china bike good just incase , at least the issues of the last 10 years will have a excuse for them to blame if chinabike. Only option is China or India who else would touch that rip off Bankruptcy. 3 Billion of debt with a flawed product realised once the media isnt contracted / payed to comment kindly only on ktmhuskagas

[@bogusfranz1503]

Very few deals out there on the popular 2025 dirt bike models - I think dealers are concerned about supply.

[@Rubes383-o4i]

I've always looked at KTM being the Boutique European bike like TM and a few others Made With quality material from there country pay for what you get and supported their country but then after 2020 quality went down prices went up still didn't stop me buying a new one but just would have been good knowing the passion was there in the company to have high quality standards

[@paulscountry456]

KTM makes bikes nobody can copy because they make them so light and powerful,compare Asian to KTM in same class of bike for dual use and the KTM is way lighter and more power,frame is better and suspension is better and possibly brakes too.

[@ThisTall]

Still the only dual sport over 25 hp that weighs less than 500lb

[@mikehaney5668]

Beta RS owners will disagree.

[@stoplogicmotorsports]

1991 They were in a LOT worse shape. The most interesting part of history is how unremarkable current events wind up being.

[@InternetzVideoz]

Almost spot on. KTM has produced so many bikes that the need for parts will be profitable. So you should have no fear of owning a KTM or buying new if you have the cash. They are desperate, and good deals are to be had. What was glossed over is the one to two years before parts availability. IF they go under, new contacts or suppliers will cause the 1-2 year wait on parts. If KTM recovers, support delivery resumes once money and contacts are resolved.

[@Cd55650]

Just bought a 3rd 300 XCW for an unreal price, I’m going to keep buying them as smoking deals come up. Store them and wait :)

[@HVACOG]

What price and year

[@BMXaster]

You sound very confident in all your statements. And while I broadly share your opinion, I would be more cautious. If you read the limites documents which are available right from the court you'll see some quite tense negotiations and plans with ever more escalating, sometimes major steps. The survival of KTM is somewhat likely, but thr survival of both GasGas and Husqvarna are not. The least bad option would be if they're able to massively seperate these 3 brands from one another. The are stealing each others customers generate unnecessary overhead without targeting any larger of a customer group than KTM alone does. It's also interesting to think about a majority shareholder Bajaj. Will the quality stay the same? Does the "Made in Austria" sticker mean anything for the majority of potential KTM customers? How far will the quality drop if maybe a good portion of enduro bikes end up being made in India also? As you, Mike, I'd not be concerned, but I'd be thinking about the "What If" scenario. Never a bad idea to have plans beforehand. It's never bad to be broadening a companies catalogue. And you're already doing thta through your own parts and programs you offer. Thanks for the content you make 🙏🏼 And still waiting for that in-depth "350 vs 450 vs 500 vs 300 2t" video :)

[@stevedickerson3437]

Where are these dealerships at. Im in western ky, most of our shops are small, not seeing these awesome prices ?

[@40rpt]

Good video, and I hope you're right about KTM not going away. But I would have to disagree with the "too big to fail" point. They are not at all like a major car company (e.g., Ford, Toyota, GM). The products they build are not widely needed for a functioning economy, but rather are essentially "toys" for a tiny subset of the population with an interest in motorcycles and disposable income to pursue that interest.

[@mototrailz]

Looking forward to my quote on the 2 x 500 exc

[@tonyjones629]

When will the snorkel be ready to purchase?

[@TACOMOTOCO]

docs.google.com/document/d/1XpoNb6zQFtKxP1lr6F1mbVHaUmxpXbqfnZMgbndMbhs/edit

[@Papparratzi]

KTM isn’t alone. A smaller, but direct Dual Sport competitor is affected by KTM s rebate pricing. In order to be competitive in the slower market, they dropped rebates on the buying public. I bought one. Lots of positives, and some negatives too. I’ve been on the EXE Performance page from the early days. Believe me, when it comes to a knowledge base. There’s nothing on the planet that compares to TACO MOTO

[@ninjazxd]

What would be a good price for a 2008 990 Adventure with 11,000 miles?

[@H3avyHaul3r]

went it to a dealer pre xmas in australia…apparently “they aren’t making many 2025s” so you have to preorder”….sure they are dude, you don’t want me to beat you down on the price of your floor stock

[@ddbb6721]

Now is time to buy KTM bikes , buy when fear in streets. Sell when Party in Street

[@lelenbates3367]

When companies fail to service their existing customers and are always chasing new customers soon they have neither. When parts aren't available and you find that you can't use the bike you already own for weeks during peak riding season you start looking else where when thinking of a new bike. And the arrogant bro show at my local KTM dealer lead me to another bike shop ran by a family who break their backs making sure they serve their customers. They are a Beta dealer and chances are...

[@spa491]

KTM saldra reforzada de este bache económico, eso seguro!! Sus motos son unas buenas maquinas eso es una realidad.

[@rossjohnson2151]

I´m curious to see what they do. I thought they made a mistake getting into Motogp and the big street bikes. They lost focus of what they really did well. I just wonder if it's possible to sell enough big bikes to ever make that profitable. They apparently are going to exit Motogp after 2026. So we'll see how they manage the lineup.

[@rideoutside]

I believe in KTMs future, but do think it might look differently with the family of brands. Even so, I just bought a GasGas EC300 for $7300 OTD after fees and all. Anyone thinking of a new KTM would be a fool not to buy right now.

[@functionalagingfitness-dou3188]

Why no focus on Beta big bores? It's a chance to take another path for many.

[@MiguelCatch22]

Will have my 24 Beta 500 RS next week 😬

[@seashackf1]

They definitely spread themselves too thin. I’ll never understand throwing Gas Gas into the mix, especially in MX and MotoGP. KTM was already competing against itself with Husky, why add GG. Husky at least made some sense, but GG was completely unnecessary to me. KTM had carved out such a great place in the market for itself. It’s such a shame they mismanaged it and became too big for their own good.

[@Rickdoinglife]

The quality control sucks at the moment - they moved to China for production 😢-

[@dartmoordave]

All very well snapping up bargains but will you have the warranty and spares backup?. Lets face it, they aren't the most reliable.

[@bigjerm9657]

They bought too many other failing bike manufacturers to try to increase/price fix the market. Self inflicted just like the auto makers...the bikes have gotten too expensive and people don't "have" to buy a new bike every year or two.

[@beaud4474]

long as i can get parts

[@MichaelSmittySmithScottsdaleAz]

They won't disappear but buyers may move to other brands. We won't know the real outcome for 3 years.

[@SBC-Dualsport]

I'm concerned about warranty issues with my Norden 901. I've been denied in regards to missing tank bushings and cross threaded bolts that broke off installing OEM accessories. Both I had to pay out of pocket weeks after buying.

[@mikeb4708]

Sage words from a moto guy! 😂

[@TheFoxyt2]

It’s the environmental govscams. Just remove the regulations and let the free market decide between ev and gas bikes.

[@saveriocartularo]

I don’t think KTM is going anywhere, however, I am glad I have an older model 990 and I just traded in my 500 2019 for a beta, my thinking on the dirt bikes things are gonna get cheaper as far as metalS being used, etc., they have to cut costs. They just bit off more than they could chew and of course the BS with Covid hurt them.

[@wesmattimore2895]

Imo, they need to drop gas gas, and husky and concentrate on the ktm brand.. dont need 3 ktms... i think they will send the brand to china, unfortunately

[@mfranquemont1884]

Already there with 2024+ 790

[@jakeviolet2195]

European prices with Chinese workmanship.

[@garyhoward2490]

Well. I have two KTMs. One is a 2002 520exc...the other is an 06 450exc dual sport. Both bought new. I have flogged them both, and both have been the definition of reliable. I rode Hondas for years before going orange. No regrets at all. Maybe I have been lucky??? I have several riding buddies that have KTMs of a similar vintage, with the same results. I wonder if KTM has either focused too much on building too many different vehicles, for too many different people. Meaning cars, e bikes, street bikes etc and lost sight of what they did best, and earned them their good reputation. Greed and blind ambition has been the downfall of many. Maybe KTM will be forced to take several steps back, lick thier wounds, and realize that they had it right, years ago, and just go back to building high quality, reliable dirt bikes. We shall see if cooler heads prevail. Usually does.

[@matthewbergsma7455]

E bikes are TAKING OVER. FREE RIDE is still one to beat. I’m getting another

[@666dualsport]

greed and customer service sank them

[@caiuspreda]

Watching this video with transcript I learned that KTM can be pronounced KittyM and no one will know the difference

[@fen2453]

Dodge and Jeep did the same thing 5 times and they still exist 🤷

[@frankneikes]

Nice one mike !

[@noahrobin1941]

I’m just wondering if Red Bull will buy them.

[@auntjanet2346]

They already said no.

[@peteandalie]

Will every statement you are making be preceded with a question which you then answer? Yes, they will.

[@Daniel-r6q3q]

Thank you for this !

[@ogoshikimura5621]

KTM is the Aprilia of the 90s.

[@UltralightMotorcycleCamping]

I'd like to create a 2 wheel urban assault vehicle. Buy a Race Ready (TM) KTM dual sport for pennies on the dollar, remove the cheese cam engine, install inexpensive LiFePO4 batteries from Amazon, an electric motor and motor controller, belt drive, a universal electronic dash intended for modernizing older dual sport bikes, and (this is the important part) replace all of the orange with black. Black is the new orange.

[@TWPeeps]

Their reliability went bankrupt years ago!

[@lancecornell9978]

Appreciate your thoughts but you are missing a bit. KTM suppliers are being asked to take a 70% haircut on what is owed to them. Theres at least 1600 suppliers owed, many with 6 digit amounts outstanding. Would you as suppliers work with them again? The 160000 units outstanding are an asset. Therefore encumbered by the insolvency. KTM is competing to get capital on a worldwide scale. Would you buy t bills or ktm debt? Expect surprises.

[@kurtheidelbach]

KTM is definitely going to be fine

[@maximusmiles8435]

Gasgas, and Husqvarna are going away. Sold or otherwise. They are essentially 3 identical bikes. They will wind up making their bikes under one brand. Less risk of overstock. They don't have that luxury anymore. Gasgas makes an excellent trials bike, and hopefully they will get bought and continue down that path. Husqvarna? Only time will tell. Pierre Mobility has run that company into the ground, and they deserve to lose it.

[@Craiglife777]

If KTM goes chinese, I'm going back to Japanese or another european brand not affiliated with the chinese. I know you can't help but purchase things from china, but I try not to.

[@bearcanuck2916]

+ Braaaaap!

[@Jeff-h9d]

Heck no KTM will be fine! They will pay the $ and get back on track to win more races! Stepan Pierer may have to go back to college and learn how to run a business like KTM properly!!! 😡

[@williamcrotts7054]

Too big to fail? Where have I heard that from before? Exactly what is your financial education and background?

[@TACOMOTOCO]

I’m a mechanic from Vegas who likes dirtbikes and tacos. My financial credentials are obvious 🤪🤪

[@skline1]

I think he is a pretty smart mechanic from Vegas! Nice explanation of supply/demand!

[@williamcrotts7054]

@@TACOMOTOCO Yes, you have a good business and "seem" to be doing well. That's a long ways from a multi billion dollar company with thousands of employees. So at this point I'll consider your opinion as just that, another opinion.

[@TACOMOTOCO]

Anyone editorializing about any topic is giving an opinion. But you know doubt already know that

[@williamcrotts7054]

@@TACOMOTOCO "NO" doubt.

[@NoTengoIlusiones]

KTM it's going to be a chinese sticker... or indian. That's all. Kaput. Go Japanese ❤

[@diyjeff1838]

Maybe this will wake people up. Paying a premium for a bike that is horribly built. No thanks. Japanese bikes all day everyday.

[@jakeviolet2195]

I just wish Japan would take the hint and start pushing performance and innovation again. They got the reliability thing down pat. But their bikes are getting so stale and boring. After 20 years Suzuki finally announced the new DRZ400 and it's basically the same bike with fuel injection. Yawn...

[@ridemfast7625]

Bought a 24 500excf for $1,200 more than a crf300l. And, not concerned about ktm, they will remain in some fashion...

[@wyeska1440]

Ya Enron was to big fail lol

[@mixalis6168]

KTM group is going nowhere ! People can thank KTM for 2T still being alive !!