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Monday was fast, hot, and successful for the team athletes at the Fenix rally
On Monday, the rally participants in Tunisia completed the fourth racing day of the event – a total of 563 kilometers, nearly 300 of which were timed special stages. Both CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team riders finished the stage successfully and arrived at the bivouac in great spirits. However, halfway through the rally, competitors are still experiencing issues with the roadbook – this year, for the first time, only digital versions are being used in the Fenix rally, and various
Nov 3, 20251 min read


Sunday in Tunisia: Exhausting Level-3 Dunes, Hot and Fast Tracks
The third day of the Fenix rally didn’t spare participants from massive, level-3 dunes and demanded tremendous physical effort. Both CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team riders successfully completed the long special stage, but once again had to reach the bivouac with a non-functioning engine. “A day that took a lot out of me. After the first loop of about 170 kilometers, I was really exhausted and honestly didn’t want to start the second one. If there had been an option to stop ther
Nov 2, 20252 min read


Second Day and a Dead Engine: CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team Saved by Mechanics
On Saturday, the second day of the Fenix rally, both CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team riders started in high spirits, expecting a fast and smooth racing day ahead. Unfortunately, halfway through the stage, things took a completely different turn, and one of the quads had to be towed back to the bivouac by a car. “Everything started quite well. I really enjoyed the first kilometers of the stage, caught up with Antanas, and we continued riding together. In the second half of the st
Nov 1, 20252 min read


The Rally in Tunisia Kicked Off with Mild Chaos: Delays, Downpours, and a Faulty Roadbook
The seven-day Fenix Rally began on Friday in Tunisia, featuring two athletes from the CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team. Nearly 90 competitors lined up at the start, set to cover a total of 2,756 kilometers. However, problems began even before the first engines were fired up. Just days before the rally, organizers announced that heavy rains had swept across the desert, flooding parts of the route and making them impassable. As a result, the race plan had to be adjusted. Delays als
Nov 1, 20251 min read


Another Start in the Dunes – CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team Heads to the Sahara Desert
While autumn rains have already reached Europe, the athletes will soon face the dry sands of the Sahara Desert – the week-long Fenix Rally kicks off on October 29. Among the competitors will be the CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team. Although this rally was not part of their original season plan, the cancellation of the quad category in the Morocco Rally forced a change of schedule – which is how the Dinaric Rally and this desert start in Tunisia appeared on their calendar. “These
Oct 29, 20252 min read


CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team Crowned World Champions
On Sunday, the five-day BP Ultimate Rally Raid came to an end, marking the conclusion of the World Rally-Raid Championship in the quad...
Sep 29, 20252 min read


Penultimate Day in Portugal: More Crashes and Technical Challenges
The BP Ultimate Rally Raid World Championship round is nearing its end – today the riders returned from Spain back into Portugal,...
Sep 27, 20252 min read


Rally in Portugal Reaches Halfway Point: The Only Problem Today – Flat Tires
The BP Ultimate Rally Raid in Portugal and Spain has now crossed its halfway mark. On Friday, competitors had to cover more than 500...
Sep 26, 20252 min read


The Longest Day in Portugal Completed: Dust, Local Fans, and a Cliffhanger
On Thursday, at the World Rally-Raid Championship round in Portugal, riders faced the second – and longest – day of the event, covering...
Sep 25, 20252 min read


First Day of Racing in Portugal: Dry Tracks and Plenty of Dust
In Grândola, near the Portuguese capital, another round of the World Rally-Raid Championship kicked off today. For the quad category,...
Sep 24, 20252 min read


CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team Announces Changes Ahead of Upcoming Rally
The CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team, competing in the World Rally-Raid Championship, is preparing for the final round of the season, which...
Sep 16, 20252 min read


Dinaric Rally Completed: Finish Reached Without Brakes, Podium Places Secured
The five-day Dinaric Rally, stretching across Croatia’s rocky plains and stunning mountain landscapes, has come to an end. Both CFMOTO...
Aug 29, 20252 min read


Marathon Stage in Croatia Completed: Two Days Full of Challenges
The Dinaric Rally in Croatia is approaching its end – only one racing day remains. On Thursday, riders had to take on the longest...
Aug 28, 20252 min read


Rally in Croatia: Competitors Reach the Halfway Point, Daily Challenges Continue
On Wednesday, participants of the Dinaric Rally reached the halfway mark – both of the rally itself and of the marathon stage, which will...
Aug 27, 20252 min read


Day Two in Croatia: Fast and Dangerous Tracks with Technical Issues
Today, competitors in the Dinaric Rally in Croatia had to cover 288 kilometers. The CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team riders noted that,...
Aug 26, 20252 min read


First Racing Day in Croatia: Quad Rolled Down the Mountain
On Monday, the competition week of the Dinaric Rally in Croatia officially began, with participants facing a demanding 400 kilometers...
Aug 25, 20252 min read


Prologue in Croatia Completed: CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team Riders Satisfied with Results
On Sunday, more than 130 crews crossed the starting line in Croatia, kicking off the week-long Dinaric Rally, where participants will...
Aug 24, 20252 min read


CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team switches from Morocco to Croatia, facing fresh challenges before the start
Racing may seem like a life of constant excitement and adrenaline, but behind the scenes, the real challenges often look quite different....
Aug 21, 20251 min read


New World Record: A. Kanopkinas Kept High Pace for 24 Hours
Antanas Kanopkinas – who has conquered the Dakar Rally on a quad bike, climbed podiums in numerous international competitions, and...
Jul 28, 20253 min read


Antanas Kanopkinas Aims for a World Record Amid Challenging Conditions
This weekend, during the CFMOTO Day Baltic 2025 event held at Kadrina Manor in Estonia — a gathering for motorcycle and ATV enthusiasts...
Jul 28, 20252 min read
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