The profound internal reorganization of KTM will bring the interruption of the distribution of cfto models in Europe, but not in Italy. In reality, the decision concerns only five markets: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Spain and the United Kingdom. The Italian commercial network is in fact managed by Padana Development, which in the spring of 2023 signed a five -year distribution agreement, renewable for another five
In recent days, the news has gone around the news according to which KTM would have decided to stop the distribution of cfmato motorcycles in Europe, following the profound internal reorganization dictated by the crisis that hit the Austrian group. True news, but to be contextualized carefully. Because on the one hand it is true that Pierer Mobility – the group that controls KTM, Husqvarna and Gasgas – will cease the distribution of the Chinese cfmato brand in some key markets of the continent, on the other hand Italy is completely excluded from this maneuver.
Everything as before
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Starting from May 31, 2025, KTM will interrupt the distribution of cfto in five European countries: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Spain and United Kingdom. The goal is to rationalize resources and focus on the brands of ownership, abandoning the roles as a distributor for third brands. But in Italy nothing will change. The national distribution of CFMAMA is in fact entrusted to Padana Developmentwhich in the spring of 2023 signed a ten -year agreement with the parent company: five years guaranteed, plus an option for another five. A strategic choice that has already fruitful.
constant growth
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In 2024 CFMato confirmed his leading role in the panorama of two Italian wheels. According to official data, The Chinese brand ranked 15th for enrollment volumeswith 4,175 units sold from January to December, marking an increase of 734 motorcycles compared to 2023. Numbers that testify to a solid growth, mainly driven by the success of the average displacement models. The spearhead was the 450mt, a crossover devoted to the adventure that conquered the attention of the public and dealers. In the first quarter of 2025, the 450mt placed 20th In the absolute ranking of the best -selling bikes, with 752 enrolled specimens. But the even more interesting figure is that, excluding the scooters from the ranking, the 450mt is the sixth best -selling motion in Italy in the period considered.
active collaboration
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Despite the exit from the distribution roles in some markets, The industrial collaboration between KTM and CFMAMA remains active. The Chinese house will continue to produce some models on behalf of KTM, such as the 790 Duke and the 790 Adventure, and will still be able to count on the support of the Kiska style center, for years responsible for the design of the Austrian and Chinese motorcycles. Furthermore, CFMAMA holds an shareholding in the Pierer Mobility group, Confirming a wider and more structural partnership.
clear objectives
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KTM’s exit from the scene as a distributor in some European areas It could even open new opportunities for CFMatowho can now independently reorganize his commercial network or rely on new local partners. In Italy, however, the alliance with Padana Development continues to strengthen itself. The goal is clear: to consolidate the position conquered in 2024 and aim at the top of the motorcycle ranking also in 2025, leveraging on An increasingly competitive offer in terms of technology, design and price.
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