KTM and Tricolor Motorsports forge exclusive partnership ahead of ISRL Season 2

In a landmark development for Indian motorsport, the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) has confirmed a prestigious partnership between globally revered motorcycle manufacturer KTM Racing and the dynamic Indian franchise, Tricolor Motorsports. The collaboration ushers KTM in as both the exclusive Naming Rights Partner and the Official Bike Partner for the team in the upcoming ISRL Season 2.

This strategic alliance will see the team compete under the new moniker KTM Tricolor Motorsports, representing a seminal moment in Indian motorsports history—the first instance of a global motorcycle brand securing naming rights with a domestic franchise. It underscores KTM’s ambitious long-term vision to foster motorsport culture in India while bringing unparalleled global pedigree to the ISRL paddock.

The announcement further enhances ISRL’s reputation as a breeding ground for international partnerships and elite racing, bolstered by the continued backing of Bollywood icon Salman Khan, who serves as both Brand Ambassador and Investor.

With a storied legacy that includes numerous world championship titles in motocross and supercross disciplines, KTM Racing brings a wealth of competitive expertise and a winning ethos to ISRL Season 2. The brand’s entry promises to raise the bar for technical excellence, team performance, and fan engagement.

Mr Selvaraj Narayana, Executive Director, KTM North America Inc and KTM Racing India, expressed the significance of this move, “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.”

Echoing this sentiment, Mr Pradeep Lala, Co-Owner & CEO of Tricolor Motorsports, remarked, “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.”

From the league’s perspective, the collaboration aligns seamlessly with its founding vision. Mr Veer Patel, Promoter of ISRL, commented, “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.”

Following a successful debut season that garnered over 20 million viewers across television and OTT platforms, ISRL now sets its sights on an even more ambitious second chapter. Season 2 is scheduled to begin on 25–26 October 2025, with subsequent rounds taking place on 6–7 December and 20–21 December, each hosted at distinct venues to showcase the diversity and dynamism of Indian motorsport.

As KTM Tricolor Motorsports prepares to take to the grid, expectations are sky-high—not only for their on-track performance but for the inspiration they will provide to India’s rapidly growing motorsport community.