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WIND IN THE P44 Factory Editions Revealed K TM and Husqvarna revealed their 2025 Factory Edition models. Each will offer 250cc and 450cc Factory Edition models fitted with a long list of up- grades from their respective PowerParts catalogs. The KTM 250 SX-F and 450 SX-F and Husqvarna FC 250 and FC 450 Factory Edition models will be available in early 2025. CN KTM will again offer its 250 SX-F and 450 SX-F (pictured) in Factory Edition form for 2025. Aleix Espargaro Joins Lidl-Trek Pro Cycling Team A leix Espargaro has officially joined the Lidl-Trek profes- sional cycling team, marking the conclusion of his full-time MotoGP career. Espargaro will step into his new role as an am- bassador for Lidl-Trek beginning January 1, 2025. In addition to his ambassado- rial duties, Espargaro will repre- sent Lidl-Trek at several of the sport's most prestigious events. "I'm thrilled to be part of the Lidl- Trek family, a team that includes some of the best cyclists in the world," Espargaro said. "I look forward to learning from top rid - ers and staff, pushing my limits, and sharing this journey with fans." A lifelong cycling enthusiast, Esparga- ro explained that he made the decision to retire from full-time MotoGP racing earlier than anticipated to pursue this new opportunity. "Cycling has always been a pas - sion of mine, and stepping away from MotoGP to join a team that aligns with my interests felt like the right choice," he shared. "I'm incredibly grateful to Lidl-Trek for welcoming me into their fam - ily and supporting me. I'll give it everything I've got." Espargaro had earlier an- nounced his retirement from full- time MotoGP at his home Grand Prix in Catalunya. Alongside his Lidl-Trek commitments, he has also taken on a new testing role for HRC's MotoGP project— a position he began at last month's official test in Barcelona following the Solidarity Grand Prix, which closed the MotoGP season. CN Husqvarna also revealed its Factory Edition bikes for 2025, the FC250 (pictured) and FC450. Aleix Espargaro has swapped horsepower for pedal power by joining the Lidl-Trek pro cycling team.