“An incredible sense of freedom in the Saudi desert”
RIDER FACTS
- At just 21 years of age, Fang Xiangliang is already gearing up for his second Dakar after 2024.
- The talented youngster comes from Nanning, the capital of the Guangxi region. He discovered bikes early and began competing as a five-year-old.
- Encouraged by his father, he joined the Kove team and rode for them at Dakar 2024, finishing just inside the top 50.
- His contract with Kove has since ended, so at Dakar 2025 he will be representing Hoto Factory Racing, alongside Xavier Flick and double Original by Motul winner Arunas Gelazninkas.
- Fang didn't do too many rallies in 2024, but he did take wins in motocross and enduro races.
2025 AMBITIONS
F.X.: “My first Dakar last year was the most exciting motorcycle adventure! The best moment was feeling an incredible sense of freedom in the Saudi desert, and the worst was when the spokes on my front wheel broke during Stage 9. I gained a lot of skills in reading roadbooks, making bike repairs, and much more. My ambition for Dakar 2025 is to make it into the top 40."
