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What Does It Take to Notch a Perfect Enduro Season? Mani Lettenbichler Spills the Beans

Mani Lettenbichler was undefeated at the FIM Hard Enduro series this year. KTM caught up with him to ask how he put it all together.

Written by Andrew Marshall Dec 19, 2023 3:46 p.m. ET

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There’s just something magical about an undefeated season regardless of which sport you follow.

You can see that magic all over enduro rider Mani Lettenbichler’s face as he sits down with sponsor KTM to talk about his stunning 2023 FIM Hard Enduro season. The German racked up six wins and no losses for the title of World Champion.

But don’t worry, this isn’t a boring talking-head video. The interview is cut with plenty of dirt-slinging, engine-revving, pulse-pounding action culled from Lettenbichler’s six incredible races.

Mani Lettenbichler 2023 Hard Enduro Champion — (Photo/Screenshot)

“This memory always sticks in my head, for sure,” the champ said of his final win at his home race, the 24MX GetzenRodeo in Drebech, Germany. Chances are you’ll feel the same way after watching this vid.

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