KTM Racing has entered into a landmark partnership with Tricolor Motorsports, becoming the team’s exclusive naming rights holder and official bike partner for Season 2 of the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL).
The agreement represents KTM’s first major step into India’s franchise-based supercross format, underscoring the brand’s long-term commitment to developing professional motocross and supercross racing in one of the sport’s fastest-growing markets. As part of the deal, Tricolor Motorsports will compete with KTM machinery across all categories while carrying the KTM brand identity throughout its operations.
Speaking about the partnership, Mr. Selvaraj Narayana, Executive Director, KTM North America Inc, KTM Racing India said, “KTM has always stood for core values purity, performance, adventure, and extreme in motorsports. Our partnership with Tricolor Motorsports for ISRL Season 2 allows us to bring these values directly to the growing supercross fan base in India. With KTM Tricolor Motorsports, we look forward to not only competing at the highest level but also inspiring the next generation of riders and fans.”
Mr. Pradeep Lala, Co-Owner & CEO, Tricolor Motorsports, added, “We are thrilled to have KTM India as our Naming Rights Partner. This partnership is a natural fit as both KTM and Tricolor Motorsports share a vision of elevating motorsports in India. With this collaboration, our team enters Season 2 with renewed energy and a strong brand identity that resonates with performance and excellence.”
Mr. Veer Patel, Promoter, Indian Supercross Racing League, continued, “This partnership reflects ISRL’s vision of uniting global brands with Indian teams to build a world-class sporting ecosystem. With KTM Tricolor Motorsports, Season 2 will set new benchmarks for excitement and competitiveness in Indian motorsports.”
Tricolor Motorsports, one of the newest franchises in ISRL, is backed by a US-based conglomerate and led by Indian motorsport entrepreneur Pradeep Lala. The team has assembled a formidable international and domestic rider line-up, including Adrien Malaval, Paul Haberland, Hugo Manzato, Jack Nunn, Rugved Barguje, and Diva Ismayana.
ISRL Season 2 kicks off on October 25–26, 2025, with subsequent rounds scheduled for December 6–7 and December 20–21. Backed by KTM’s global racing expertise, the newest entrant is expected to emerge as one of the standout teams in what promises to be the league’s most competitive season yet.
