Universally recognized as the finest exponents of the sport, these two have given KTM five of their nine titles so far. Despres, the 2010 winner has won three and Coma, the 2010 World Rally Champion has two victories to his credit. They have shared to top podium spot every year since 2005. In previous years, both have had the experience of being in range of victory only to have some last minute incident that has cost them the glory. This is indelible proof that when it comes to the Dakar, it’s never over until it’s over. Both of the key KTM riders are top fit, fiercely competitive, mentally strong and given their history in this key event, very strong rivals. Each has been given the option of choosing their co-rider in their two individual teams this year. Despres has picked Portugal’s Ruben Faria and Coma rides with Spaniard Juan Pedrero. 16 days ofhard riding New challenges in 2011 edition Intensive work on new KTM 450 Rally bike Despres and Coma warm up on a little fech-fech Some 200 m away in the paddock will be the Red Bull KTM pit box for Despres and Faria. Signaling that the ever present rivalry between the two top riders is never far from the surface, Despres quipped: “They have their secrets and we have ours. I know Marc will come out strong as usual this year, but to me every Dakar will always mean another opportunity for victory.” Despres is onboard the bike with the start number 2 and Faria sports number 11 on his KTM 450 Rally. While the Dakar is the most important competition for the top KTM riders it is also a huge occasion for the many other Orange aficionados, some who are fulfilling a lifetime ambition to compete with the world’s best. KTM, the company that bears the pure-bred “Ready to Race” DNA, comes to the Dakar Rally with a full service for its many competing customers and wishes all of the riders a thrilling, competitive and above all, injury free Dakar Rally 2011. Pics: Marcelo Maragni |
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