KTM® Motorcycles For Sale near Columbus, OH

Is a KTM® Motorcycle Right For You?

For almost a decade, KTM has been a leader in European motorcycle manufacturing and sales. Considering the power, reliability, and versatility of their machines, it’s easy to see why. We here at Motorcycle Maxx want to show you just what you’re getting when you buy a KTM motorcycle, so we’ve put together some of our favorite facts about the company and the bikes. 

If you want to know more about these bikes, or you’re just ready to browse, contact our store in Lewis Center, Ohio! Our friendly and experienced staff will help you find the bike that’s right for you at the best price.

Company History

KTM has its roots in Austria, first established back in the 1930s. When the company started, the initials stood for “Kraftfahrzeug Trunkenpolz Mattighofen.” Kraftfahrzeug is a word that translates to “motor vehicle” in German. Trunkenpolz refers to the company’s founder, Hans Trunkenpolz. Finally, Mattighofen is the name of the town that served as the company’s headquarters. The name itself gives you a solid idea about the brand’s start.

Initially, the company was just a vehicle repair shop. At the end of World War II, however, there was a dip in demand for repair operations. In response, the company began focusing on developing their own brand of motorcycles instead. The first prototype was built in 1951 and was called the R100. Soon after, an investor named Ernst Kronreif became a valuable shareholder, and the “K” in the company title came to refer to his last name instead.

When both Kronreif and Trunkenpolz died in the early 1960s, Hans’ son Erich rose to the top of the company’s leadership. He was instrumental in expanding business across Europe and, in 1978, into the United States. 

At Erich’s death in 1989, the company was reorganized into four separate organizations, a process that was finalized in 1992. By 2015, however, three of the four entities were reunited. 

KTM® Dirt Bikes

KTM is perhaps best known for their off-road motorcycles, also called dirt bikes. Some of the most popular lines of these bikes are their Motocross, Cross-Country, Enduro, and Freeride models. In more competitions than not, the first bike you see cross the finish line is a KTM model. The agility and speed they offer simply can’t be matched!

AMA Supercross Championship

The company’s first entrance into the world of the Motocross World Championship was one to remember. With the slender and lightweight build promoting tight turns and incredible speeds, a KTM bike won the first championship the company had a stake in! Over the next 40 years, these bikes helped win over 260 world championship titles, their striking black, orange, and silver company colors making for a recognizable finish every time. 

Ready to become a part of this incredible legacy? Contact Motorcycle Maxx today to see the KTM motorcycles we have for sale. We proudly serve the people of Columbus and Cincinnati, Ohio—let us serve you today!