This course is for licensed riders who have an ADV motorcycle. With up to 8 riders,  the class runs about six-hours with riding activities and range-side discussions. The overall aim is to provide an enjoyable learning experience while providing the fundamental knowledge and skill for riding ADVs on unpaved surfaces. Range-side lessons take the form of brief group discussions on various ADV topics. Early discussions address important considerations for riding off-pavement for the first time. Later discussions address risk management that is unique to off-pavement riding, and how to plan and prepare for an ADV adventure ride.

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This course includes on-bike exercises that introduce riders to new skills including basic control, use or controlled loss of traction under braking and acceleration, standing and  pivoting postures, counterweighting, rear wheel steering and surmounting obstacles. Range side demonstrations and discussions also cover risks, traction, surface conditions, ADV specific riding gear, and adventure preparation. Graduates will have learned and practiced the basics of handling an ADV touring type motorcycle in off-road conditions and can feel confident in operating their adv motorcycle off road on trails, fire or forestry roads and other basic reduced traction situations. This course is also a great primer for those interested in a full off-road training experience, setting the rider up for success in those advance training opportunities.

CLASS GEAR LIST

• Long-sleeve shirt or jacket
• Long pants (heavy denim or riding pants recommended)
• Over-the-ankle boots (sturdy, not canvas, low heel)
• Eye protection (helmet visor, eye glasses, sun glasses, goggles acceptable)
• Full-finger gloves (motorcycle specific recommended)
• DOT-certified helmet style based on the requirements of your state 
• Other: pads, kidney belts, etc. ADV Touring specific gear is not required for this course, but if you have it wear it.

SHOPPING FOR A HELMET

A helmet is the most important piece of motorcycle gear you will invest in. A helmet is a very personal piece of gear. 

Consider buying a helmet vs. borrowing one, that way it is yours and it fits you perfectly and allows you to focus on learning to ride.

The staff at your dealer are trained to fit a helmet and will ensure you get the right one. Helmet fit is so important that they will most likely suggest you wear the one you settle on around the dealer for about 15 minutes. 

It takes that long for the helmet to really let you know if it will be comfortable in the long run. Remember, helmets are not typically returnable once they leave the dealership, so take the time to find the right one.

Coach Tip: The more helmet the better, full face is the best, followed by a modular. An open face helmet or ¾ open still provides good protection if you feel too cooped up in a full face. Half helmets, while very popular, offer the least amount of protection.

Basic off-pavement skills include standing postures for straight-line riding, turning and tighter turns. 

More complex off-pavement skills include rear-wheel steering, crossing over obstacles, irregular terrain and riding on hills.