DAKAR RUNS ORANGE: KTM AND LUCIANO BENAVIDES WIN THE 2026 DAKAR RALLY

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has etched his name into history by winning the 2026 Dakar Rally, delivering KTM another legendary Dakar victory. Across more than 8,000 unforgiving kilometers, Benavides pushed to the absolute limit, proving unstoppable resilience, precision, and speed aboard the KTM 450 RALLY. It was a fight decided to the final moments, a triumph earned through grit, belief, and the relentless READY TO RACE spirit that defines KTM at Dakar.

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Dakar is the ultimate proving ground, and every lesson learned there shapes our KTM ADVENTURE bikes. Built with Dakar-winning DNA, they deliver durability, performance, and control for riders who demand more. Ready to ride your own rally? Explore your options: