KTM and Tech3 unveil their liveries for the 2026 season

After Ducati, Yamaha and Aprilia, KTM has become the fourth factory team to unveil the livery of its motorcycles for the 2026 season, while awaiting Honda, whose presentation is scheduled for February 3.

The Austrian manufacturer remained true to its traditional colors: the orange and blue of the main sponsor. Red Bull"Orange, blue, speed and we're off" begins the press release published by the team led by Aki Ajo. "Last year was unusual for us after a difficult start to the season," analyzes the Finn.  “We have made steady progress. I truly feel we have taken a big step forward, particularly in terms of communication and simplifying many aspects. Things have fallen into place and the results have followed thanks to a better understanding and daily improvement. We need to focus on small, daily improvements because it is difficult to make big progress quickly. We know the potential of the bike, the riders, the teams, and the group. This allows us to be excited about the potential for 2026, but we will remain patient and focused on our work.”

For the second consecutive year, KTM will field Brad Binder and Pedro Acosta, fourth in the last world championship but still seeking his first victory in MotoGP. "During the second half of 2025, we started stringing together good races and good results, even on our most difficult days.", rewinds “the Shark of Mazarrón. » “We managed to consistently stay in the top 5. In the end, it was really satisfying to be able to fight for 3rd place in the Championship. Thanks to the team and KTM for that. We are aiming even higher this year and we want to get off to a good start in Sepang next week (for pre-season testing).”

Alongside its presentation, KTM also unveiled the colors of its satellite team, Tech3, which are… the same as those of the factory team. The French team is embarking on a pivotal season in its history following the departure of its founder Hervé Poncharal and the arrival of new owners, including Günther Steiner, former team principal of Haas. F1 team.

“2025 was an emotionally charged year. We experienced some highs and, unfortunately, some difficult moments during the season, but that’s part of this sport.” explains team manager Nicolas Goyon. We began this collaboration with KTM in 2019, and I must say that since then, the factory has been helping us more and more, and 2025 was the season where we received more than ever before. Both teams have progressed to the same level. Today, we are really looking forward to working with our new management; I sincerely believe we are ready for this new season, this new era. Overall, I am therefore excited to take on this new challenge.

The 2026 MotoGP season tests will begin with the Sepang Shakedown, from January 29 to 31, before the official sessions, from February 3 to 5.

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