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For us, it's completely normal for our XTs to amaze the rally entourage.
Even the journey to Greece was in keeping with our status: The trusty VW T3 Syncro trailer ran like clockwork
Some of the slopes were quite challenging
Once you've driven a rally, you can't get away from it. Demanding endurance sport for pilot and machine. The restriction to classic XT material provides the kick. Just go for it. And don't forget to drink.
Orientation is via classic road books. Concentration is the order of the day here. Otherwise you risk losing time. Exciting stuff and the core of the whole thing.
In contrast to an African rally, it can sometimes rain heavily in Greece. This brings additional challenges for the drivers and the electrics. Tom and Marco overcame all the challenges.
The pleasant cooling during the rainy moments was not unwelcome. The tires cope well with the surface.
Marco almost flew over the cliff on this steep climb with coarse scree. He comes to a halt just before the edge. Marco is okay.
This is what a refueling stop looks like. The canisters are labeled with a start number. The refueling assistants know their job, everything goes quickly. There is no smoking. There's no time for that.
Greece is really very beautiful. Even if the landscape flies past you because you're in a hurry as a rally participant. That's what makes a rally. The focus is never just on the sporting aspect.
Who would have thought back in 1979 that 45 years later, XT500s would still be taking part in current rallies. A success story for Yamaha.
The other riders are often delighted at the sight of the classic XTs. Sometimes even with applause. What is completely normal for us is often met with appreciative amazement by other motorsport fans. Motorsport is often about the performance of the latest developments. We fly the flag for the pioneering spirit and the role of the XT in rally history.
We reported on the exciting days of the rally and even the journey there almost live and daily on Facebook.
Take a look at the impressive photo diary: KEDO Facebook
If you want to find out more about the "Hellas Rally Raid" adventure, you can register here on the organizer's website inform: www.hellasrally.org
Incredibly lovingly organized race circus in a great landscape - made by professionals - with a lot of heart and soul. We say THANK YOU.
