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German sport bike builder Kramer Motorcycles( Burghausen, southern Germany) has seen its USA operation achieve an all-time sales record in 2024, more than doubling its 2023 unit sales volume there, doubling its gross revenue over the same period and quadrupling its business size there in just three years. Kramer USA is headed up by Joe Karvonen and former ' Asphalt & Rubber ' race and industry blogger Jensen Beeler. As a go-to brand for racers and track day enthusiasts seeking turnkey, dedicated track and racing motorcycles, the sales growth was led by the limited special edition GP2-890 RR with their EVO2-690 single additionally notching wins against top-level Twins Cup competitors. In addition to the Hooligan style GP2-890 XX naked announced at EICMA last year, Kramer ' s new APX-350 MA is set to be the ' Spec-Bike ' for the new MotoAmerica Talent Cup- the new race entry level series for ambitious and talented 14 – 21-yearolds. The series is a stepping stone into the Red Bull Rookies Cup, as an official part of the " Road to MotoGP " program in USA.
Bike & Business reports that Ducati has named Ducati Rhein-Sieg as its Europe and Africa region ' Dealer of The Year ' for 2024. Ledus Motorrad GmbH was founded in 2001 by Armin Dusella and Thomas Lempertz in Waldbröl, North Rhine- Westphalia, and as Ducati Rhein-Seig since 2002. Lempertz left the management team in 2005 with Markus Freyberg becoming co-owner alongside Dusella in 2011.
Galfer renews MXGP Partnerships for 2025
Barcelona based brakes specialist Galfer has confirmed renewal of its partnership as an official sponsor of the FIM Motocross World Championship( MXGP) for the 2025 season. " Now in its fifth consecutive year, this alliance reaffirms Galfer ' s unwavering commitment to supporting motocross at the highest level, providing riders with braking solutions designed to master every turn, jump, and extreme challenge." For the 2025 season, Galfer will be on track alongside " exceptional talents, including Mattia Guadagnini and Jeremy Seewer from the prestigious Aruba. it Ducati Factory MX Team. This partnership proudly marks Ducati ' s debut in the MXGP World Championship, an ambitious project that perfectly embodies Galfer ' s competitive spirit, driven by passion, determination, and the pursuit of perfection." In 2025, the brand will also support the Fantic Factory Team, featuring experienced Glenn Coldenhoff, young talent Andrea Bonacorsi, and the fierce competitor Brian Bogers. Other standout names include Ben Watson and Tom Koch from the MRT Racing Team Beta. In women ' s motocross, Galfer continues to support MX Fontaracing and its star rider, multiple-time world champion Kiara Fontanesi. " The
Yamaha JK Racing Team will count on the skill of Isak Gifting and the determination of Nellie Fransson, both ready to make their mark on the championship." Galfer riders will have access to race grade Galfer braking technology, including Wave discs and Shark brake discs, and advanced formula Racing G1396R sintered brake pads. Developed in cooperation with Galfer supported riders and teams in 2024, they are now available to all riders starting in 2025. www. galfermoto. com
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