Leisk to retire from KTM

Brad Hagi, currently President KTM Southeast Asia, will take over Leisk’s role from April.

Leisk first made his name as a rider, winning multiple Australian motocross championships in the 1980s and a No.2 ranking by the FIM, before moving into the corporate world with KTM in the early 1990s. Working as a brand ambassador initially, Leisk took on a full-time role in the business in July, 2000.

“It has been an incredibly enjoyable and rewarding experience for me and I am grateful for the support that I have received and the friendships that have been built with our customers, dealers and of course the media,” Leisk said in announcing the transition this past October.

“Together with the team in Australia and New Zealand, we have established a strong network and an enviable reputation across all segments to become leading brands in the market. I am confident that the KTM, Husqvarna Motorcycles and WP Suspension brands will continue to grow in this Oceania market under Brad’s leadership.

“With the recent sale of the business to the KTM Group, it is an appropriate time for me to take a break from the sport and the industry that I have loved and been a part of for the last 45 years.  I am very much looking forward to continuing with my passion for motorcycling on a personal level,” Leisk ended.

Hagi started his tenure with KTM in the role of Vice President of Sales at KTM North America, whilst his most recent roles include President KTM Japan and President KTM Southeast Asia. Currently based in Singapore, Hagi will relocate to Sydney early next year.