Interesting news from within the ex-Pierer group: the WP Suspension brand has announced a new line of brake products. WP, the long-running fork and shock maker and a wholly owned part of the KTM family, is now part of the Bajaj Mobility group, after the Indian firm stepped in to take over the Pierer organisation. In an early season move, it’s launching a new line of brake products, including calipers, master cylinders, hydraulic hoses and pads, all made in-house.
WP Braking will initially be aimed at smaller, lightweight machines, in a similar fashion to Brembo’s ByBre brand. But its initial product launch includes a high-performance radial four-piston caliper, weighing in at just 740g. The brand’s first application will be on the 2026 KTM 390 Duke, which comes with the new WP FCR4 caliper fitment.
WP Suspension has been the in-house supplier for all KTM Group bikes, as well as for its MotoGP and other race efforts. It remains to be seen if WP Braking will continue in such a wide role – but it seems like an obvious step for the firm. For more information, visit: www.wp-suspension.com/wp-braking-systems.