cross-posted from: https://fedia.io/m/[email protected]/t/1435997

KTM’s parent company, Pierer AG, is in deep financial trouble as it blames economic conditions for its failings. But things are so bad, its latest financial release hints its possibly looking to sell a majority stake in the company.

  • dual_sport_dork 🐧🗡️
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    81 month ago

    Well, they could maybe try making a motorcycle that will remain operational for more than a distance of nine consecutive feet. Did anyone in the boardroom think of that?

    • @[email protected]OP
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      31 month ago

      I’m with you but it wasn’t always this way. It seems like this started happening after KTM got bought…

  • Ⓜ3️⃣3️⃣ 🌌
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    61 month ago

    Expensive bikes, many riders pushing them very hard and poor maintenance is a perfect receipe for failure as a brand.

    • @LowtierComputer
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      31 month ago

      My coworker maintains his like KTM is blackmailing him. And he still has had issues with the almost brand new bike.

  • Valheru Rides
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    31 month ago

    @blindbunny Tbf the bikes that sell the best are the absolute indomitable 390’s (Indian made). One of the few models that won’t have a leak…

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      1 month ago

      Their newer bikes all seem to be the ones with issues. I’ll keep that in mind when I’m looking for a new one 👍

      They’re just wheelie monsters I’ll always think of that when I see a 390 🏍️