KTM Brings Its New 850 Cc MotoGP Engine to Life, but Its Future on the Grid Remains Uncertain

KTM brings its new 850 cc MotoGP engine to life, but its future on the grid remains uncertain

KTM has officially fired up its brand-new 850 cc MotoGP engine, built to meet the upcoming 2027 regulations. The first dyno run took place at the brand’s headquarters in Mattighofen, Austria, filling the workshop with the unmistakable roar of what could mark the next chapter in KTM’s racing story. Yet, doubts still linger over whether the manufacturer will actually compete when the time comes. After a chaotic start to the year — including bankru…

KTM's New 850cc MotoGP Engine Roars to Life, But Will It Ever Actually Race?

KTM recently fired up its new 850cc MotoGP engine and tested it on a dyno. But plenty of uncertainty surrounds the brand's future in the sport.