October 23, 2015
Moto123.com tested every new 2015 model available in Canada and crunched all the notes and numbers to bring you a list of the most impressive packages money can buy. [more]
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October 18, 2015
Shopping for a new motorcycle can be daunting, particularly if you expect a lot from it. [more]
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October 13, 2015
KTM promises the perfect mix of agility and performance with the new 2016 350 XCF-W. [more]
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August 02, 2015
KTM is taking out the big guns -- namely the 1290 Super Adventure. [more]
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June 07, 2015
KTM continues to improve its products
with the latest advancements from
international enduro racing. One
example is the new 2015 KTM 450 XC-W.
After putting it to the test during an
entire weekend, it became clear that
the Austrian manufacturer's "Ready to
Race" slogan applies to this bike. [more]
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April 26, 2015
Don't let machines like the Kawasaki Ninja H2R fool you: Performance isn't just about engine power and straight-line acceleration times; it also involves sharp handling and cornering, excellent braking, and other confidence-inspiring dynamics -- as evidenced by the Honda CBR1000RR SP and others. [more]
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March 25, 2015
To help you learn the ropes of motorcycle riding, the ideal beginner bike must handle safely and predictably through a sharp and lightweight chassis, and supply just enough power to get you out of tough spots. It must also be low enough to allow you to put both feet on the ground at idle, and preferably feature ABS technology for more confidence on the road. [more]
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March 15, 2015
Sleeker, more powerful, and better equipped than ever before, the 2015 KTM 1290 Super Adventure arrives in Canada to the dismay of its direct competitors. It becomes the new flagship bike in KTM's travel lineup, slotting above the two 1190 Adventure models. [more]
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January 26, 2015
KTM introduces the all-new 2015 RC 390, the product of several years of development and racing in Moto3. The company wants to attract new customers while satisfying seasoned riders who crave lightweight, exciting machines. [more]
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December 02, 2014
Moto123.com tested every new 2014
model available in Canada and crunched
all the notes and numbers to bring you a
list of the most impressive packages
money can buy. [more]
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August 11, 2014
The Bonnier Motorcycle Group announced the 39th annual Cycle World Ten Best Bikes list, covering all motorcycle classes. [more]
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June 09, 2014
Performance isn't just about engine power and acceleration times; it also involves sharp handling and cornering, excellent braking, and other confidence-inspiring dynamics. What's more, the latest electronic aids, which are trickling down from top-level bikes to more mainstream models, now elevate performance, control, and safety to unprecedented levels. [more]
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May 12, 2014
Shopping for a new motorcycle is no easy task, particularly if you expect a lot from it. First, you must identify and rank your various needs because no single bike can meet all of them at once. [more]
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February 03, 2014
KTM did not wait until the Milan Motorcycle Show to introduce its all-new 2014 1290 Super Duke R, instead surprising naked bike enthusiasts with a global premiere online back in October. [more]
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November 10, 2013
Standing out in the motorcycle industry's most innovative segment is not easy. After blowing all our minds with its RC8 superbike, dirt bike specialist KTM struck back with a faster R model that also proved easier to exploit. [more]
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April 29, 2013
A total of 1,190 KTM and Husaberg motorcycles are being recalled in Canada due to a problem with the throttle cable. [more]
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February 26, 2013
In order to remain competitive, you have to keep progressing -- and quickly. That's why KTM has completely redesigned its big travel bike for 2013. The KTM 1190 Adventure gains 200 cc and offers two distinct models: one that's mainly suited for pavement, and another one for all types of terrain. [more]
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December 18, 2012
KTM Canada is recalling 697 motorcycles from the 2012-2013 model years because the fuel hose (between the fuel tank and the throttle body fuel rail) may have been incorrectly manufactured and could leak. In the presence of an ignition source, this could result in a fire. [more]
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December 16, 2012
Facing greater threats than ever in the superbike segment, KTM struck back with the 2012 RC8R, now the lone RC8 model in the Austrian manufacturer's lineup. The recipe has been perfected, much to the delight of track day enthusiasts. [more]
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May 23, 2012
Designed for thrill seekers and pure performance addicts, 1,000cc superbikes use world-class technology and components that come straight from their racing equivalents. These machines can propel you from 0 to 100 km/h in less than three seconds and reach F1-like top speeds. [more]
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February 21, 2012
The Montreal Motorcycle Show returns to Palais des Congrès from February 24th to 26th, 2012. As the largest and most anticipated event of its kind in Quebec, it will once again put a record number of models under one roof. [more]
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December 02, 2011
Known for its ultracompetitive motorcycles, KTM has been offering a range of sport ATVs since 2008 canadian show that does justice to its fine reputation. After providing engines to Polaris for the Outlaw for several years, KTM took the next step and created four ATVs of its very own: two SXs (cross-country racing) and two XCs (enduro), available with a choice of three engines, 449, 477 and 510 cc. [more]
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January 17, 2011
KTM on Saturday wrote another chapter in its history when the sports motorcycle market leaders celebrated taking its tenth consecutive Dakar Rally title. The race was won in heroic style by Marc Coma closely followed by Cyril Despres, who between them have taken the past six Dakar titles for the Austrian brand. The victory also heralded an aggressive new era for KTM in rally sport, according to company CEO Stefan Pierer. [more]
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December 15, 2010
KTM Canada is excited to announce that Jean-Sebastien Roy has signed on to be the ambassador for KTM Canada's new SX-F line. [more]
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November 23, 2010
The first RC8 model from KTM came out as a concept in 2005, before going in productions as a 2008, followed by the RC8R as a 2009 model here in America. [more]
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August 26, 2010
Check out the computer design, assembly, dyno testing and break-in, suspension work and all the other activities that make up the development of a new bike. [more]
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August 04, 2010
The Austrian manufacturer has just released third quarter results for the 2009-10 financial exercise, and the numbers point towards a fantastic turnaround from the bad old days for 2008-09. [more]
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August 03, 2010
KTM has just announced the 250 XC-FW SixDay for 2011, a brand-new model that completes a remarkable line-up of Enduro machines at KTM. Designed for long distance off-road races, you can also have fun around the cottage with this type of bike, as they are easier to handle than a purebred Motocross on typical trails and open dirt roads. [more]
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July 27, 2010
While it may look somewhat like the original RC8 standard model at first glance, the new 2010 KTM 1190 RC8 R is, amongst other things, a highly developed machine aimed specifically at track use. The very best in road going machine from the Austrian manufacturer is wrapped in traditional, distinctive RC8 guise to create its first-ever extreme superbike. [more]
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June 21, 2010
After switching from a relaxed touring cruiser to the 2010 KTM 990 SMT (Supermotard Touring), it didn't take long for the front wheel to leave the ground. In fact, I was still in first gear and not even out of the parking lot, with the little Satan guy over my right shoulder whispering how much he loved and admired me. I'll tell you, if there's one machine that can turn a quiet 50-year-old into a real hooligan, it's definitely this KTM... notwithstanding its Touring (T) label! [more]
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April 13, 2010
KTM Canada invited Moto123.com to take part in a round of the FMSQ-sanctioned 2009 Quebec EnduroCross ATV Championship. [more]
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March 26, 2010
The jolly men of Mattighofen have just released information about the long awaited and much heralded enduro-type electric bike, named "Freeride". [more]
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February 26, 2010
The R evolution of the RC8 is now available in Canada, one year after it first became available in Europe. The improvements made to the R turn the docile street-oriented RC8 into a distinctly more refined and track-oriented machine, benefiting from major engine and suspension upgrades. [more]
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January 05, 2010
Royal Distributing KTM Canada is extremely pleased to announce the resigning of Canadian Kyle McGlynn to their factory team for 2010. [more]
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November 11, 2009
KTM announcements from the Milan Motorcycle Show. [more]
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October 16, 2009
Even with 27 off road models already on offer, KTM keeps adding more specialised models to its portfolio. In this case, we are looking at the new 250 XCF-W (four-stroke enduro-cross wide-ratio), a machine crafted for enduro-cross races held on long, demanding tracks, which complements KTM's XC line-up nicely. [more]
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October 06, 2009
A winner in competition and successful on the two- and four-wheel ATV markets, KTM is pulling out all the stops with its first thoroughbred street- and track-bound sportbike, the 1190 RC8. With sophisticated, finely sculpted and aggressive lines, the Austrian ride bares its teeth and shows some unusual characteristics and great appeal for street and Track day users, while racers will have to go for the much quicker R version. [more]
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July 28, 2009
After only 30 seconds on the KTM 690 Duke, I realized that this particular duke is blue blood unlike anything I have ever experienced before. The KTM motto claims that their bikes are "Ready to Race" and this baby can certainly be ridden as-is on a track, for track days or even amateur racing. [more]
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July 03, 2009
I took the Friday off because I had a family reunion to attend in Quebec's Eastern Townships. The weather looked nice and that was all I needed to set up a ride with the Big Machine. [more]
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June 26, 2009
After trying out four bikes in Paris, it was time to place myself in the hands of KTM, who was hosting a few members of the press at the Erzbergrodeo XV, that crazy race in an open-air mine pit near Linz, in Austria. [more]
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June 08, 2009
The first race-ready, high-performance ATV from Austrian manufacturer KTM is finally landing on Canadian shores and we've recently put it to the test on the immense playground that's Mecaglisse in Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci, Quebec. [more]
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May 25, 2009
A mountain bike -- that's the very first impression I got as I straddled this baby. I left my German-born everyday hero (a 2006 BMW R1200GS) in the garage and took off with this Austrian dirt queen. Despite these two countries being neighbours, the contrast couldn't be more striking. [more]
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May 16, 2009
We all know that the KTM Adventure bikes come from an off-road gene pool, and have slowly moved closer to the paved side of the world, where most people enjoy riding light, responsive and generously powerful machine, especially equipped with long-travel adjustable suspensions if they ride in a bump-rich environment. [more]
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April 23, 2009
I just picked up a 2009 KTM 990 Adventure, that truly dual purpose machine made by a bunch of Austrian fanatics. We will be using the bike as a daily driver, as well as take off for various trips and report on the bike's and our behavior in the coming months. [more]
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March 24, 2009
After Ducati launched the high performance standard class with the various Monster models, virtually all the manufacturers sensed an real opportunity and joined in the fun with powerful naked bikes, dubbed Streetfighters and delivering sport bike level performance and road holding in a more comfortable standard bike package. [more]
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January 19, 2009
The Toronto Motorcycle show gave us a glimpse at several new models that will soon be in our showrooms. Come in and check out the Hyosung Aquila 650 Trike, Suzuki Gladius and Boulevard M90, KTM RC8, and BMW S1000RR. [more]
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November 26, 2008
The first sport ATVs launched by KTM last year impressed more than a few people. The KTM 450 XC and 525 XC really shook things up thanks to a slew of high-end technical specifications and a bad-boy look. [more]
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November 15, 2008
The Austrian off-road market leader just revealed it has built an all-electric Enduro machine that is currently at the development project stage, with production in the near future being the presumed objective. The elimination of heavy components such as fuel and exhaust systems, clutch and multi ratio gearbox allows the 90 kg machine to perform at a level that "...rival(s) a light Enduro with a combustion engine". [more]
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November 11, 2008
The new Adventure features 106 hp (+8 over 2008), detail improvements to the fairing and baggage, a lockable storage compartment, a new dash display, a coded ignition key and come in white in addition to KTM « Standard » orange. [more]
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June 20, 2008
With the Super Duke, the Austrian manufacturer is slowly but surely carving its own little niche in the ultra-competitive standard sportbike segment. The modern streetfighter look is instrumental to the bike's success, while the aggressive demeanor is worthy of KTM's greatest creations. At first glance, this beast looks quite impressive; the extremely elaborated frame and wheel assembly is a warning that it won't be easy to tame. [more]
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September 17, 2007
Quebec now has its own motorcycle medical emergency unit. This particular type of emergency service is already widely implemented in a number of European countries. That's exactly what motivated Daniel Massé and his team. [more]
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August 15, 2007
A supermoto rider has to show incredible balance and talent in order to excel. Most of the time, supermoto races are held on a slick asphalt (or concrete) surface interrupted by sandy sections. The bikes are constantly skidding -- in a controlled manner -- which is more than enough to excite the crowd. In Quebec, this phenomenon is fairly new but quickly growing in popularity. A couple of renowned manufacturers now sell supermoto-type machines that are ready for racing. The racetracks for supermoto events are the proving grounds most often used by KTM engineers and factory riders. The company created the SMR lineup based on the data collected during these tests. [more]
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