Last year about this time, we told you about the re-formulated Dakar Rally, moved from Africa to South America to address concerns about terrorism and other safety issues. That rally (won by Spaniard Marc Coma in a field of 235 riders) was a big success, with the rally organizers (the same outfit that puts on the Tour de France) claiming 2.2 billion TV viewers in 189 countries. This year, it’s back bigger than ever, but it’s still missing one element: a big American presence.
Of the 161 motorcycles entered, just three are from the USA. But one of them is among the top competitors and … Details & Pictures
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