Level 1 Beginner: 2 Day Training
Off-road skills don’t happen overnight. We want you to feel comfortable when you transition from the pavement to the dirt, and our training will help you build the finesse required to adventure ride safely. Breaking down each movement into easy-to-understand steps is the key to our training. The Triple Threat—or clutch, brake, and throttle—is one example of our focus on the fundamentals of controlling the motorcycle at slow speeds. By re-learning how to precisely control the actions of clutching, braking, and throttling, you’ll maximize your riding capability using this core principle. The Triple Threat is the backbone of our training program and it carries over into every exercise we do. One thing is for sure…you will have a lot more confidence, the necessary tools, and refined skills to help you “Ride your Ride.” Also consider adding the 2 Day Upgrade Beyond Training Ride to further enhance the experience and practice what you’ve learned!
Training exercises and skills you will learn:
Transitioning from the street to the dirt
Some things to remember to get you started
Why we ride standing up and the benefits
Improved visibility and changing your point of influence
Balancing on the bike at slow speeds and body positioning
Without turning and counterbalancing, what does it feel like when you move around on the bike
Operating the brake and shifting gears while standing
Proper lower body positioning
The “Triple Threat” the art of learning how to finesse the clutch, brake and throttle at slow speeds
It takes a lot more skill to ride a big bike slow than it does to ride one fast
Controlled stops and skids using the front, rear and both brakes together
Taking the myth out of using the front brake and knowing when either is better
How to weight your foot pegs and steer the bike from the waist down
Avoiding obstacles by quickly weighting the foot pegs
Climbing and descending rideable hills
The ups and downs of inclines
Restarting and Recovering from stalls on hills
Know how and when to stop and restart
How to ride sand safely and comfortably
We all know it is our favorite terrain ****If sand or mud is around*****
How to use counterbalancing for turning sharp and sweeping corners
Completely opposite of how to turn on pavement
Riding tight circles in a box while transferring your weight on the motorcycle
Comfortably turning tight takes a lot of finesse and exact body position
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Standard Training
Standard Training Format- 2 Full Days of Level 1 Training
- Trail Ride
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Fully Stocked Beverage Cooler
- Camping, Hot Showers & Bathrooms
- 2 Day Real World Guided Tour
- Motorcycle- Bring your own or rent
- Fuel for your Motorcycle
- Camping Equipment
Beyond Training
Standard + 2 Day Upgrade- 2 Day Guided Ride – We go beyond the cones and ride the trails
- 2 Full Days of Level 1 Training
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Fully Stocked Beverage Cooler
- Camping, Hot Showers & Bathrooms
- Instructional Clinics Including Tool Kits, Trail Side Repairs and Basic GPS Setup & Use
- Motorcycle- Bring your own or rent
- Fuel for your Motorcycle
- Camping Equipment
*Multiple Lodging options are available in nearby towns for those that don’t want to camp
Level 2 Intermediate: 2 Day Training
Continuing from our Level I class and/or building upon the skills you have already, this 2-day training class further refines your control of the motorcycle through the mastery of “The Triple Threat” – the Clutch,Throttle and Brake at slow speeds, over terrain and during tight maneuvering. Body position is critical in Level II training and will be explained and practiced at length.
Level II Training is for life-long learners; those who realize motorcycling is a perishable skill. At the end of this two-day training event, you’ll be ready to ride more technical trails, further gain confidence and become a better rider. Practice is still key, however. Ride with others who have good riding techniques, display safe and considerate motorcycling etiquette and encourage you to “ride your own ride”. Also consider adding the 2 Day Upgrade Beyond Training Ride to further enhance the experience and practice what you’ve learned!
Training exercises and skills you will learn:
Controlled stops and skids using the front, rear and both brakes together
We’ll dive deeper into understanding the full range of the front brake and where the rear brake is most useful
Foot peg influence and pressure
Understanding what this means to learn to steer the bike from the waist down and more specifically with your foot pegs
Advancing the Triple Threat
Operating controls gaining a deeper understanding of how the clutch, brake and throttle work together as your skill advances and terrain choice changes
Understanding body positioning and counterbalancing while riding slow around corners and obstacles
We will tighten the turns, decrease the speed, and add increased use of the controls
360 degree circles and figure 8’s
We’ll use these exercises to build on momentum control and imitate technique while riding steep uphill turns
Skid Turns
Skidding with the rear wheel looks cool but is also very useful
Climbing and descending turns on hills with obstacles and switchbacks
We’ll increase the difficulty of the hills and add turns and slow descents
Restarting and Recovering from stalls on hills
Advanced terrain requires more advanced strategies in recovery and decision making
How to ride sand or mud safely and comfortably
These will depend on if we have sand or mud in the area
Cornering at speed
Getting the feel of using the throttle to “steer with the rear” wheel without breaking traction. We’ll also teach you how Power Slide (break traction) and how to control it
Want a Private Tour or Training?
Contact us today
Standard Training
Standard Training Format- 2 Full Days of Level 2 Training
- Trail Ride
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Fully Stocked Beverage Cooler
- Camping, Hot Showers & Bathrooms
- 2 Day Real World Guided Tour
- Motorcycle- Bring your own or rent
- Fuel for your Motorcycle
- Camping Equipment
Beyond Training
Standard + 2 Day Upgrade- 2 Day Guided Ride – We go beyond the cones and ride the trails
- 2 Full Days of Level 2 Training
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Fully Stocked Beverage Cooler
- Camping, Hot Showers & Bathrooms
- Instructional Clinics Including Tool Kits, Trail Side Repairs and Basic GPS Setup & Use
- Motorcycle- Bring your own or rent
- Fuel for your Motorcycle
- Camping Equipment
*Multiple Lodging options are available in nearby towns for those that don’t want to camp
Which one? One of each? Have you ridden these bikes before?
@harleydavidson Pan America
@bmwmotorrad R 1250 GS
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Making lemonade out of lemons.
The Women Only level I & II course (though it doesn’t look like it here) was getting rained out in the areas we had planned to ride. So lead instructor, Cassie Maier, did some “bike acquaintance” training. It involved the Balance Walk-around, moving the bike forward and backward, and mounting and dismounting. There was also some bike pick-up as some of the gals decided they wanted more practice there as well.
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There will be another Women Only Level I & II in the spring in California. Keep an eye out for the 2022 calendar due to drop in December.
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There’s sand and then there is beach sand, in Baja, on our Baja Tour.
Psst, it’s not all like this. Actually the closer you get to the water the more packed it becomes.
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#baja #sand #motorcycle #ktm #roostertail #ocean #beach #ridingonthebeach #motorcycletour #offroad #dualsport #west38moto
Vroom!
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Riding on the beach is one of the best things, ever!
Baja Tour - November 1-4, 2021
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Did someone say Baja?
Nov. 1 - 4, 2021
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AZ BDR to @overlandexpo Flagstaff Tour.
There’s still room so get to it!
9.20 - 9.26
Globe, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ the long and fun way around.
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Hill training. We work on the ups and the downs and give you the tools to tackle the hills that used to scare you.
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The last night of our Continental Divide to @overlandexpo Tour was had near Rocky Mountain National Park, where the moose are abundant.
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#moose #wildlife #antlers #bullmoose #camp #motocamp #motorcycle #advmoto #offroad #colorado #motorcycletouring #motolife #dirtlife #west38moto
The laughs at camp made our stomachs hurt.
Join a tour. It’s that simple.
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Lunch with a view.
Continental Divide to @overlandexpo Tour.
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#lunch #view #vista #colorado #clearskies #motorcycle #offroad #dualsport #dirtroads #advmoto #advrider #adventureriding #motorcycletour #west38moto
Good morning!
From the Continental Divide to Overland Expo Tour.
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#overlandexpo #motorcycletour #offroad #motocamping #dualsport #motorcycle #advmoto #adventuremotorcycle #wyoming #sunrise #camp #pinetree #goodmorning #west38moto
Moto Camping is our middle name. Join one of adventure rider tours and camp in some pretty rad places. Not to mention we often have a support truck to ease those creature comforts.
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Hitting up some history while taking the Continental Divide to Overland Expo Tour. The group stopped to check out a post that names the old wagon trails that crossed crossed the Wyoming plains.
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We're out of here again! This time, we're taking part of the Continental Divide to the @overlandexpo Mountain West in Loveland, CO at the @treventscomplex.
If you've missed this one, snag the next tour of the AZ BDR to Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, AZ.
We'll be hanging out at the Expo so swing by and say "hi" or better yet, sign up for an adventure rider training course with Bill Dragoo, D.A.R.T. and West38Moto.
Level III training and Beyond Training was an absolute success. We had a fantastic group of riders willing to push their personal limits and really become the master of their bike.
The San Juan Mountains in Southern CO never disappoint and the passes are just the right kind of hard to challenge riders that choose to take their big bikes where most would not. Great job Level III riders!
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#colorado #sanjuanmountains #motorcycletraining #offroad #advmoto #adventureriding #dualsport #mountainpass #student #west38moto
Approval from the peanut gallery.
Level III lofting exercise.
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Our lead coach, Cassie Maier, is ready to take her women’s class out into the wild. Sept. 11-14 in Ouray, CO.
More info is on our website and please email us with any questions.
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#muddy #offroad #dualsport #motorcycleinstructor #coach #motorcycletraining #advmoto #advmotorcycle #womenwhoride #west38moto
Water crossings can be tough. Our lead coach and owner, Dusty, walks the best path for crossing this pool. The center is much deeper which is why he’s showing the group the side. Dropping a bike in water can make for a bad day, so walking it and getting some wet boots/feet is a better option.
Also, in deep water like this, don’t go too fast. Speed will create a splash that can end up in your air intake…oops. Ask us how we know.
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Line ‘em up, line ‘em all up.
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Join us on this 5 day 6 night Best of the BDR tour of Arizona! We will be following most of the Arizona BDR route and add in fun detours and bonus scenic spots. We will be camping, which will allow us to experience the Best of the Arizona BDR!
Common Questions:
How difficult is the riding?
The route has optional hard sections and easier bypass sections. We will stay together as a group for most of the riding. However, if some of the group feels like tackling a harder section and some do not, the guides will make a decision to split the group for those specific sections so everyone can enjoy their riding.
What kind of motorcycle do I need?
There is no one answer to this question because it depends on preferences, riding ability, and of course, budget. Any motorcycle can be converted into a dual sport bike. Heck, we know people who have converted their Harleys into adventure bikes! For this tour, we will be riding terrain that is big adventure bike friendly (BMW 1200GS, KTM 1290 etc.). However, we have had many customers ride smaller and mid size dual sport bikes and enjoy the ride just as much. If you don’t have a bike right now, we can help you with a rental.
Will a support truck be following us?
Yes. Our support truck will be carrying everything we need to set up camp in the wilderness. We will also have room for your gear if you don’t want to carry it on your bike.
*Note: Support truck will follow us as long as we get at least 6 People
How do I need to pack my bike?
Pack lightly, efficiently, and in a way that encourages proper bike performance. Feel free to consult with us before the tour about how to pack your bike. We also suggest daily packing of snacks, water, and clothing for layering to adjust for the conditions.
What protection do I need for my bike?
We recommend the following at the minimum:
Note: Not having these items does not mean you can’t come on the tour. It just means your bike may get damaged and the protection we recommend is for major working components.
- Skid Plate
- Crash Bars
- Headlight guard
- Radiator Guards
What tires do I need for my bike?
We recommend at least a 50/50 tire and even better is a more dirt or off-road focused tire. We will be riding through some technical sections that are more comfortable with a more off road focused tire.
How many people are in the riding group?
We limit our groups to 10 people
How do we handle extreme weather?
We will ride in most weather conditions. However, our guides are well equipped to make the best decision for the group regarding trail and weather conditions and may re-route the riding day.
What should I pack?
For You:
Clothes: Proper riding gear is a must! If you have any questions about riding gear and clothing, feel free to contact us and we can cover this in more detail. In general, people tend to over pack clothing items. Besides riding gear (including a helmet, jacket, gloves, pants, and boots), you will need layers for frequent weather changes. Consider packing a separate set of comfortable clothes/shoes to wear at camp while we are lounging.
For your Bike:
If you have a good set of tools it is not a bad idea to bring them; some people like to be self-sufficient. If you don’t have any or want to save room we should have enough tools to fix or repair most bikes on the fly.
Arizona BDR Itinerary:
- Meetup Day Sunday May 9th after 4:00 pm in Globe Arizona. Exact meet up location will be shared upon booking.
- We will ride the AZ BDR starting in Globe AZ and end on the Utah BDR
- Monday – Globe to Morman Lake
- Tuesday – Morman Lake to Cameron (we’ll camp outside Cameron)
- Wednesday – Cameron to Page (Hotel in Page)
- Thursday – Page to Valley of the Gods
- Friday – Valley of the Gods to Monticello
Want a Private Tour or Training?
Contact us today
W38M Arizona BDR
5 Day 6 Night Camping BDR- Professional Instruction
- Professional Guide Service
- Fully Stocked Support Truck
- Hot Showers & Bathrooms
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Fully Stocked Beverage Cooler Including Alcohol
- Specific GPS Track Route
- West38Moto Gift Bag
- Motorcycle- Bring your own or rent (not included)
- Fuel for your Motorcycle (not included)
- Camping Equipment