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The KTM DM31 Racing Team of Daniel Milner will expand for the 2025 Australian Enduro Championship (AEC), with the defending Pro champion adding Jonte Reynders and Korey McMahon to what has become a high-profile three-rider roster.

Milner achieved a remarkable homecoming during this past season as both team owner/rider in KTM Australia’s official off-road program, dominating the series – formerly the Australian Off-Road Championship (AORC) – outright and in the E2 category.

Defending his titles is the primary goal for 2025 onboard the KTM 450 XC-F, alongside team ownership/management duties in fielding new rider signings Reynders and McMahon.

“I’m excited for the 2025 season!” Milner exclaimed. “I’m sure you’re used to hearing that from us riders, but honestly, next year I truly am. I’m excited for Korey and Jonte to be joining my KTM DM31 Racing Team and I hope to share my knowledge and the race skills that I have learnt over the years while I am still at the top of my game.

“I have observed Jonte and Korey all year and really admire their drive and determination to improve and – most of all – win, which I believe was a standout amongst the field. I’m absolutely stoked to have them on my team and am looking forward to pushing them to reach their potential.

“For me, it’s business as usual making sure I get myself and my sponsors on that top step again. Being back on the KTM this year was amazing and has brought the fun back into racing, with the added motivation of starting my own team and beginning the next chapter of my career. Without KTM and all of our generous sponsors, I would not be able to run this team and keep my dreams alive.”

After claiming second behind Milner in E2 this year with multiple round victories, former Sherco team leader Reynders is a new addition to the KTM DM31 Racing Team for 2025. Winner of the 2023 Australian Four-Day Enduro (A4DE) on debut, the Tasmanian has his sights set on making an impact within the E1 ranks of AEC next year, to be equipped with the KTM 250 XC-F.

“I’m excited that in 2025 I will be joining KTM Australia and the KTM DM31 Racing Team,” Reynders said. “It’s been a dream to be part of such a high-profile brand, and I’m beyond grateful for the opportunity. I can’t wait to see what we can achieve together!”

McMahon, meanwhile, has proven to be one of the most versatile racers in the country and is stepping up to the E3 class for 2025 riding a KTM 500 EXC-F with the KTM DM31 Racing Team. He placed second in the E1 standings this year, in addition to finishing third on the Finke Desert Race podium and then P3 in the Over 450 Four-Stroke class at the Hattah Desert Race.

“Joining KTM alongside Daniel as team manager is incredibly exciting for me, as the experience he brings to the team is second to none,” McMahon commented. “It has always been my goal to ride for KTM in the senior ranks, since it is the bike that I have ridden my entire life before switching to GasGas in recent seasons.

“Many changes are happening for me in 2025, because not only am I on a new brand, but stepping up to the E3 class is something that I have aspired to do for a long time. I now have the best people around me to help with this transition, so overall, I am thrilled to be part of this program in 2025 and cannot wait to see what we can achieve for both the brand and the team moving forward.”