We’ve had some gloomy news recently, what with KTM’s well publicised restructuring, CCM going into administration and the end of the MCN London Motorcycle Show. However, there are some hopeful glimmers as well.

One side effect of the financial collapse of KTM is independent ownership for MV Agusta, which is being bought by Art of Mobility, owned by the Russian Sardarov family. An official statement read: “The official transfer of full ownership from Pierer Mobility AG to Art of Mobility is approaching its final stages. This makes a pivotal step in the company’s strategy to reaffirm its independence.” MV Executive Director Luca Martin also told British Dealer News that MV will be coming back to the UK with a wholly-owned subsidiary, adding, “The UK is one of the markets with the highest potential.”

Meanwhile, Italian electric bike maker Energica, which closed its doors in October 2024, has attracted a potential suitor from Asia, according to EV news platform The Pack. Energica undoubtedly had techknowhow and supplied race bikes for the Moto E series.

At the BMF, Jim Freeman said: “Some phoenix activity from the embers? MV, like Ducati or Moto Guzzi is an iconic brand, let’s hope that the Sardarov’s have the will to do something with it. Energica could also do well if any tie in has the support of Chinese investment, China has the practical EV knowledge and capacity to take advantage of a niche brand like Energica, but maybe that’s premature?”

Written by Peter Henshaw

Top image courtesy of MV Agusta