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GOT CASH TO SPLASH ? KTM ’ S ACADEMY OF SPEED IS WHAT YOU NEED !
Let ’ s face it , most modern sports bikes and superbikes can only really be experienced to their full potential at a track , and most of us mere mortals will still struggle to unlock that potential anyway . Only a small minority get to feel the full power of a sportbike ’ s potential around highly modern motorsport circuits . But there is nothing to stop the rest of us from dreaming , right ? Well , KTM now wants to pull riders firmly into reality , and the KTM Academy of Speed is a brandnew initiative launching in 2024 that will bring orange passion , service , and pulse-quickening emotions to the customer track experience . Across three events at three world-class circuits in June , July , and September 2024 the KTM Academy of Speed will invite riders old and new to the brand ( and to the racetrack ) to sample high-pace , high-quality guidance and high adrenaline with a premium edge . With 72 places per day , each day , at the Salzburgring and Red Bull Ring ( both in Austria ) and the Automotodróm Slovakia Ring will be separated between three groups : Rookie , ambitious Amateur and Pro . There will be instructors and KTM ambassadors catering to every level . Making the KTM Academy of Speed even more special and to help with coaching will be
the likes of MotoGP stars and former GP racer and MotoGP Team Manager Mike Leitner both on and off the track . ‘ Pro ’ riders ( those with extensive track day mileage and seeking to trim lap-times further ) can bask in the full two-day schedule with enhanced technical support , and a pitbox setup with a seating and gear area . An evening dinner and entertainment programme for all will foster a community spirit : the KTM Academy of Speed wants to provide first-rate tuition and create unforgettable moments both when the visor is clicked shut and when the leathers are packed away , and the stories are flowing . The KTM Academy of Speed is the brainchild of ex-Grand Prix riders and a result of KTM ’ s passion for the asphalt . The scheme is exclusive for what it offers , but welcoming for riders of all skills . The KTM Academy of Speed has been created to appeal to motorcycle racing enthusiasts , KTM owners and fans of the brand , and then riders curious about their ability and who want to explore the next steps or limits . If it sounds a bit like you and a European holiday is on the cards with your KTM , you can reserve a slot on one of the 2024 KTM Academy of Speed dates through KTM ’ s online booking platform . https :// events . ktm . com / ktmacademy-of-speed
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