ABOUT LUCIANO
From the raw terrain of Argentina to the toughest rally stages on the planet, Luciano Benavides is the definition of relentless. Grit, speed, and an unbreakable race mentality have shaped him into one of the most dangerous competitors in rally-raid, and a true weapon on KTM machinery.
In 2026, Benavides made history by winning the Dakar Rally for the very first time, and he did it in unforgettable fashion. After thousands of kilometers of flat-out racing, brutal terrain, and razor-sharp navigation, Luciano claimed victory by an astonishing 2 seconds, the closest finish in Dakar Rally history. At the toughest race on Earth, there was no margin left to give, and Benavides delivered when it mattered most.
That iconic win was no fluke. In 2023, he captured the FIM World Rally-Raid Championship, proving his ability to dominate an entire season with speed, consistency, and championship-level composure. Smart when patience is required. Savage when the throttle needs to stay pinned.