After a promising debut, Sherco TVS Rally Team is all set to reignite its challenge in the upcoming Dakar Rally 2016. One of the toughest racing events in the world, Dakar 2016 will kick-start on January 2, 2016 at Buenos Aires, Argentina. The Sherco TVS Rally Team will be represented by three international riders, Alain Duclos from France, Joan Pedrero from Spain and FlorentVayssade from France at the Dakar 2016.
The 9,319 kilometer Dakar route, which will traverse through Argentina and Bolivia, is marked by an increasing level of difficulty as the race progresses. The 38th edition of Dakar has 14 stages out of which 4,701 kilometers are special stages, where the route will be the most demanding. The 14-day rally will culminate at Villa Carlos Paz – Rosario on January 16, 2016.
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Sherco TVS Rally Team Riders:
- Joan Pedrero (Rider No.17)
Best results at Dakar:
– 5th in 2011 & 2013
– Winner Stage 1 in 2014
– 7 times in the Top 10 in individual stages
Aged 36, Joan Pedrero has already participated in seven editions of the Dakar. By finishing in the top 10 in every season which includes two 5th positions, he truly believes that he is capable of winning Dakar 2016.
- Alain Duclos (Rider No. 20)
Best results at Dakar:
– 6th in 2010
– 7th in 2006
– Frequently in the Top 10 in the stages
2016 will mark Alain Duclos’14th appearance at the Dakar Rally. Alain has been racing for the Sherco since 2013 and has been a top performer for the team.
- FlorentVayssade (Rider No. 60)
FlorentVayssade
