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From Ducati to Harley-Davidson and BMW to KTM: the ownership structure behind the motorcycle brands is diverse.(Bild: Krone KREATIV/Align Media, Harley-Davidson Motor/Aaron Brimhall, EPA/Fazry Ismail, EPA/Joel Carrett)

Who will buy into KTM, secure a significant stake in the motorcycle manufacturer from Upper Austria and finance the restart of the company after insolvency? Following the green light for the restructuring plan, there is a lot of guesswork. But who are the big players in the motorcycle world? Read here who is going full throttle on two wheels.

"This is a proud moment for all of us. Regaining full control of the company means that we are now stronger and more focused than ever on top products," said Timur Sardarov at the end of January, when Art of Mobility S.A. from Luxembourg, which he manages, bought back the 50.1 percent stake in MV Agusta from KTM.