The Dutch rider is one of the team’s big bets for next season and will team up with Deniz Öncü in the intermediate category.

Red Bull KTM Ajo and Collin Veijer will join forces for the 2025 season and will make his debut in the intermediate category. The Dutch rider is one of the most promising young riders in motorcycling, and he makes the move up to Moto2 as a strong contender for the continuation of the structure’s project.

The 19-year-old rider is an established contender in the Moto3 World Championship. In just two years, Veijer has built on a strong debut in 2023, where he achieved his first victory at the Malaysian Grand Prix. It was also the first win for a Dutchman in the World Championship since 1990. With 3 pole positions, 7 podiums and 2 victories under his belt, Veijer has established himself as one of the most decisive and promising riders.

Previously, the emerging talent participated in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup for three years and fought for the title in 2022 alongside current Red Bull KTM Ajo rider Jose Antonio Rueda. In addition, Veijer had an outstanding career in the JuniorGP and Italian Championships.

Red Bull KTM Ajo are very proud to have a rider of his characteristics and to continue supporting the training and development of young riders from the KTM Academy. In addition, Aki Ajo’s team is betting heavily on a young and talented duo, as Veijer will share the garage with Deniz Öncü, who will be completing his second year in Moto2.

Aki Ajo – Team Manager
“I’m very happy to have Collin on board, as we have followed him for many years. He has shown great progress and professionalism and has already made his first steps in the program by taking part in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup. During his two seasons in Moto3 he has shown that he is a riders with a bright future ahead of him on the world stage. What I also respect is his focus and his sacrifice, as his life is dedicated to reaching his targets at the highest level. It is a pleasure to continue with the KTM Academy’s work and to keep pushing to get the maximum potential out of the riders.”

Collin Veijer: 
“I am super-happy to have signed with Aki and the Red Bull KTM Ajo team in Moto2. KTM is present in all GP classes and this is a great move for my career. It is such a renowned team and past results speak for themselves. For sure it won’t be easy coming from Moto3 but I will prepare myself well. 2025 is the right moment to make the step, also physically the Moto2 bike will suit me better. At the same time, I realise that we are still only half way through the current season and I will continue to keep my maximum focus to reach the best possible Moto3 championship result this year.”