Mika Kallio has confirmed that the new KTM MotoGP team will make a one-off appearance in the final race of the season at Valencia ahead of the Austrian manufacturer's full-time debut in 2017. Following a test programme that began at the Red Bull Ring last year, KTM ran alongside other teams for the first time on Tuesday at its home track with test riders Mika Kallio and Thomas Luthi. The Finn set the 16th fastest time of the day, 2.2 seconds slower than pacesetter Andrea Dovizioso, before letting slip his employers' plans to race in the season finale. It's a move that mirrors Suzuki's decision to enter then-test rider Randy de Puniet into the Valencia race in 2014 ahead of its MotoGP...
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