Ktm Motorcycles: Made In Austria?

KTM is an Austrian motorcycle, bicycle, and motorsports brand. The company was founded in 1934 by Austrian engineer Johann (Hans) Trunkenpolz, who set up a car repair shop in Mattighofen, Austria. Today, KTM is Europe's largest motorcycle manufacturer and has its sights set on becoming the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world. The company has production lines in Asia and South America, but its roots remain firmly planted in Austria. So, are all KTM models made in Austria? The answer is no. While KTM has expanded its production globally, not all of their models are produced in the same location. The specific production site depends on the model and type of motorcycle.

KTM models made in India

KTM is an Austrian motorcycle, bicycle, and motorsports brand with a substantial Indian connection. The company is co-owned by Indian manufacturer Bajaj Auto and Austrian manufacturer Pierer Mobility AG. Bajaj Auto has a 49% shareholding in the company.

Bajaj Auto manufactures the 200, 250, and 390 Duke Models at their Pune plant. These bikes are only available in Asia, except for the Duke 390, which is exported to European countries and North America. The Duke 200 2020 model is now available in the United States. The 2024 KTM RC 125 is also likely made in India.

KTM India has established itself as the leader in the premium sports motorcycle segment in India. KTM is the only European premium motorcycle brand in India, with purpose-built products for the Indian domestic market. The majority of KTM motorcycles produced in India are distributed to emerging markets. The following models are produced in India:

• KTM 390 Adventure
• KTM 390 Adventure (Spoke Wheel)
• KTM 250 Adventure

KTM's association with India began in 2007 when Bajaj Auto bought a 14.5% stake in KTM Power Sports AG.

KTM models made in China

KTM is Europe's largest motorcycle manufacturer and has its headquarters in Mattighofen, Austria. The company has set its sights on becoming the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world, with production lines in Asia and South America. In 2023, KTM produced over 290,000 motorcycle models, with around 140,000 of those being made in its main plant in Mattighofen.

KTM has been in a joint venture with Chinese manufacturer CFMoto since 2011. The deal initially allowed CFMoto to import and supply KTM motorcycles throughout China. However, in 2020, CFMoto began manufacturing KTM-branded motorcycles in a new facility with a production capacity of 50,000 to 100,000 motorcycles per year. As a result of this partnership, KTM shifted the production of some of its middleweight models from Austria to China, including the KTM 790 DUKE and KTM 790 ADVENTURE. These models are then exported to Europe, Asia, and the United States.

In addition to its partnership with CFMoto, KTM also has a presence in other countries, such as India, where it has established itself as the leader in the premium sports motorcycle segment. The majority of KTM motorcycles produced in India are distributed to emerging markets.

While KTM has moved some of its production to China, it is important to note that not all KTM models are made there. The company still produces a significant number of motorcycles in Austria, particularly its off-road and high-end street bike models.

KTM's decision to move some of its production to China is likely driven by financial considerations, as the average annual pay for manufacturing jobs in countries like India and China is significantly lower than in Europe. However, this move has sparked debates among consumers and enthusiasts about the brand's identity and the potential impact on quality.

KTM models made in Spain

KTM is an Austrian motorcycle, bicycle and motorsports brand, with its roots firmly planted in Mattighofen, Austria. However, not all KTM models are made in Austria. The company has expanded its production facilities to Asia and South America to meet the growing demand for its products.

In recent years, KTM has moved some of its production and R&D to India and China, with the smaller displacement street-legal models (390 and below) being made in India by Bajaj Auto, and the bigger displacement models (790 and above) being produced in Austria. The company's partnership with CFMOTO has also led to the global production of the KTM 790 DUKE and KTM 790 ADVENTURE models in China.

While the majority of KTM motorcycles are still produced in Austria or India, there are reports that some dirt bikes are made in Spain. However, this information is not officially confirmed by KTM.

KTM's expansion into different countries is part of its strategy to become the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world while maintaining its strong brand identity and reputation for quality.

KTM models made in Austria

KTM is an Austrian motorcycle, bicycle and motorsports brand. The company was founded in 1934 by Austrian engineer Johann (Hans) Trunkenpolz, who set up a car repair shop in Mattighofen, Austria. The company's roots are firmly planted in Mattighofen, and its headquarters remain there to this day.

KTM is Europe's largest motorcycle manufacturer and has its sights set on becoming the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world. While it has expanded its production lines to Asia and South America, its main production site is still in Mattighofen, Austria.

The following KTM models are produced in Mattighofen, Austria:

2024 KTM 450 SX-F FACTORY EDITION

2024 KTM 250 SX-F FACTORY EDITION

2025 KTM 250 SX-F ADAMO EDITION

2024 KTM 85 SX (BIG WHEEL AND SMALL WHEEL)

2025 KTM 50 SX FACTORY EDITION

2025 KTM 50 SX

2025 KTM 300 EXC HARDENDURO

2025 KTM 300 XC-W HARDENDURO

2025 KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS

2025 KTM 450 EXC-F SIX DAYS

2025 KTM 350 EXC-F SIX DAYS

2025 KTM 250 EXC-F SIX DAYS

2025 KTM 300 EXC SIX DAYS

2025 KTM 250 EXC SIX DAYS

2025 KTM 125 XC-W

2024 KTM 350 XC-F FACTORY EDITION

2025 KTM 125 XC

2024 KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R

2024 KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S

2024 KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY

2024 KTM 890 ADVENTURE R

2024 KTM 890 ADVENTURE

2024 KTM 690 ENDURO R

2025 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA

2023 KTM FREERIDE E-XC

2024 KTM SX-E 2

2024 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE R

2024 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE R EVO

2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR

2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R

2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO

2023 KTM 890 DUKE GP

In addition to the models produced in Mattighofen, KTM also manufactures some of its smaller displacement models (390 and below) in India through a partnership with Bajaj Auto. The larger displacement models (790 and above) are made in Austria, except for the 2024 onwards 790 Duke, which is made by CF-MOTO in China.

KTM has recently announced plans to move more of its production and R&D to India and China, which has sparked discussions about whether it will still be considered an Austrian or European brand. However, as of now, KTM remains an Austrian company with a strong presence in its home country.

KTM models made in other countries

KTM is Europe's largest motorcycle manufacturer and has its sights set on becoming the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world. While the company's roots are in Mattighofen, Austria, it has expanded its production lines to Asia and South America. In 2023, KTM produced over 290,000 models, with about 140,000 of those units made in Austria.

KTM has established itself as the leader in the premium sports motorcycle segment in India, with purpose-built products for the Indian domestic market. The majority of KTM motorcycles produced in India are distributed to emerging markets. The following models are produced in India:

2024 KTM 390 ADVENTURE

2024 KTM 390 ADVENTURE (SPOKE WHEEL)

2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE

The smaller displacement street-legal models (390 and below) are made in India by Bajaj Auto in their Chakan Plant. Additionally, KTM has a partnership with CFMOTO for the global production of the KTM 790 DUKE and the KTM 790 ADVENTURE. These models are made in China.

While KTM continues to expand its global presence, it remains a European brand with its headquarters in Austria.

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