KTM dominates the Erzbergrodeo 2026 again with Mani Lettenbichler's fifth historic victory

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KTM Sets the Pace from the Start

From the moment the starting flag dropped, Lettenbichler demonstrated why he is the current leading figure in extreme enduro. The KTM rider made a flawless start and quickly moved to the front of the race alongside Mitch Brightmore and Trystan Hart.

As the 35-kilometer course unfolded, with 23 checkpoints and over 500 participants, the German began to set the pace on his race KTM, opening up a lead that proved impossible for his rivals to close.

Not even a mid-race crash disrupted the reigning champion's plans.

Managing his lead with intelligence and experience, Lettenbichler crossed the finish line with a time of 3:05:39.953 to secure another historic victory for KTM. KTM's double presence in the Top 10 The orange brand once again demonstrated its potential in one of the toughest races on the international calendar. In addition to Lettenbichler's victory, Michael Walkner secured a remarkable seventh place for GASGAS, while numerous KTM group riders shone in the more technical sections of the Eisenerz mine. The podium was completed by Trystan Hart in second place and Spaniard Mario Román in third after an intense battle for much of the race. A historic edition for Hard Enduro The 30th edition of the Erzbergrodeo will also be remembered for the presence of electric motorcycles in the Top 10. Eddie Karlsson finished ninth on a Stark Varg, while Graham Jarvis, at 51 years old, rounded out the Top 10 with an electric motorcycle he developed himself. In total, only 15 riders managed to complete the race within the four-hour time limit. by the organizers, a figure that once again demonstrates the extreme difficulty of the event. KTM remains the benchmark in Extreme Enduro. With five consecutive victories at Erzbergrodeo, Mani Lettenbichler and Red Bull KTM Factory Racing continue to extend an era of dominance that is marking the recent history of Hard Enduro. For KTM motorcycle fans, this victory once again demonstrates the READY TO RACE DNA of the Austrian brand, capable of triumphing in the most demanding conditions in the world. At KTM Siebla, we closely follow the latest news in the competition and celebrate another success for the orange family. If you're looking for a KTM Enduro, a KTM EXC, or want to discover the entire KTM off-road range, visit our facilities and discover the bikes that dominate the most extreme races on the planet.

 

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