Ashish Raorane’s journey is one of sheer determination. From working in marine engine rooms to competing in the toughest rally class, Malle Moto at Dakar, he’s taken the hard road by choice. Racing without a factory team or support crew, Ashish proved that commitment and preparation can take you far, even in the harshest conditions.
Dakar
The Dakar Rally is the world’s toughest motorsport challenge—an epic test of endurance, speed, and resilience across unforgiving terrains. Born in 1978 as the legendary Paris–Dakar race, it has evolved into a global spectacle, uniting adventurers, professionals, and leading manufacturers. From Africa to South America and now Saudi Arabia, Dakar continues to push the limits of man and machine, standing as the ultimate symbol of adventure and determination.
Career achievements
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2025
Dakar Rally 2025: 80th - In Rally 299th - Overall
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2021
Dakar Rally: 20th is class until stage 5
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2020
Africa-Eco-Race: 17th - In Category
(upto stage 6)
57th - Overall (due to technical issue) -
2019
Baja Aragón: 21st - In Category
28th - Overall
Hungarian Baja: 7th - In Category10th - Overall
Portugal Baja: 8th - In Category
27th - Overall
Dubai Baja: 18th - In Category
22nd - Overall -
2018
Panafrica Rally: 8th - Enduro Class
Indian Baja: "5th - Grp A
6th - Overall" -
2017
Desert Storm: 5th - Overall (Until Mechanical Breakdown)
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2016
Desert Storm: 6th - Grp A
5th - Overall -
2015
Raid-de-Himalaya: 6th - Grp A
12th - Overall
Indian National Rally Championship: 3rd - Grp A
