1. Toby Price
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (#1)
History has proved that it’s harder to defend the number one plate than it is to earn it, but it’s tough to bet against defending champ Toby Price in the 2017 Dakar Rally. The Red Bull KTM factory rider reached the top in only his second year in the Dakar after finishing third in 2015 in his first-ever attempt.
The Aussie rally sensation has literally never finished off the podium at Dakar, and is better equipped and more experienced than ever heading into the ’17 event. Is there any wonder he’s our number-one pick for the victory?