Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing at the 2021 Dakar [PHOTO]

La Dakar Rally it started for the pilots Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Paul Quintanilla e Luciano Benavides placeholder image. The two South Americans, after tests and administrative checks, embarked on their adventure in the new edition Saudi Arabia.

Commitment and training

La 43rd Dakar proves to be a demanding test. Carried out for the second time in the Middle East, the route covers 7.646 km. Twelve stages on mixed terrain, ranging from gravel tracks to soft sand dunes. The specials of the edition are based in particular on navigation. After the 11km prologue on January 2nd, you run for 12 days catching up again Gedda il 15st January after 4.676 km of timed tests.

After the 2020 Dakar with a great personal result, obtaining a second place, Pablo Quintanilla took advantage of the difficult 2020 to operate again on his injured ankle in the 2019 edition and continue his rehabilitation with caution. Despite not being able to take part in the only race in which the team participated, the Chilean covered many kilometers at home to be prepared for the 2021 edition. Also highlighted are the various refinements on the latest edition of the FR 450 Rally.
Teammate Luciano Benavides returns to the Dakar after a sixth place in his third appearance in 2020. Having joined the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team, the Argentine has accumulated time on the new bike, despite the restrictions linked to the pandemic. The first official outing with the new colors took place at the Andalucia Rally last October, unfortunately conditioned by a crash. Back in full fitness after several weeks of testing at the end of the year, he now faces the challenge in Saudi Arabia.

Photo: Husquarna Motorcycles