The Australian has recently been a representative of the Red Bull Factory KTM Rally Team, archiving memorable moments such as:
Now, despite the impressive line-up, KTM has to share tactics with Toby Price.
KTM’s decision to renew Price’s contract comes after the Austrians gave way to Honda in the 2024 Dakar, finishing 5th without any podium finishes in their effort. It’s also recent, given that KTM’s press release showed Price’s features just 3 months ago.
It remains to be determined whether the reason for KTM’s choice lies in the specifications or in the “implementation through the parent company Pierer of cost reduction measures in the order of several million dollars in the financial year 2024” (Pierer Mobility); Anyway, Tothrough’s setting is a bit underwhelming, whether it’s for Price and Mullet Man fans.
According to ADVPulse’s coverage, Price denies that he has much fuel left in the proverbial tank and makes the following statement:
The team is not happy to see Price leave, as expected, but it is the words of the KTM rally team principal that demonstrate this in a press release issued today via KTM:
I can safely say that I share the sentiment of the entire team: we regret Toby’s departure, but we would like to thank him for the key role he has played in the team for so many years. From his two Dakar victories to his world championship title, Toby has given 110%.
We wish Toby all the best for the future.
We may not have confirmation on what Price will do in the new racing season, but we do have some estimates from ADV Rider detailing the Australian’s potential:
Would Price drive for one of the second-tier factories, such as Sherco or Fantic?Or maybe, just maybe, Price could move on to the Africa Eco Race; It’s true that it’s less prestigious than the Dakar, but this time there are more and more opportunities if you need to ride a twin-cylinder bike instead of a 450. “
What does Toby Price have in mind for next season?
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