Adventure Motorcycle Training | Master Off-Road Riding with RIDE Adventures

Imagine your next motorcycle trip: traversing loose gravel trails, navigating sandy washes, winding through rocky paths, and reaching those incredible backcountry views—all without hesitation.

Transitioning a heavy adventure bike from the pavement to the dirt requires a completely different skill set. Whether you join us at our Summer Training Range in Bend, Oregon, or our Winter Training Range in Pahrump, Nevada, our professional instructors will teach you how to master the terrain.

Please note: Group training requires a minimum of 1,000 miles of basic street riding experience. If you are brand new to motorcycles, check out our Private Training options below.

Take Your Riding Skills Off the Pavement—And Into the Wild

Riding a 500+ lb adventure motorcycle off-road can be intimidating. Many riders stick to the pavement simply because they don't want to drop their expensive bikes or find themselves stuck in deep sand.

Our curriculum is designed to break those mental and physical barriers. We teach you the precise mechanics of balance, body position, and throttle control so you control the motorcycle, rather than the motorcycle controlling you.

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What You Will Learn

Proper off-road body positioning and weight transfer
Clutch and throttle control for low-speed maneuvers
Braking techniques on loose surfaces (without washing out)
Navigating gravel, dirt, and deep sand safely
Techniques for picking up a dropped adventure bike
Tackling trail obstacles and bouncing the bike

2-Day Course Itinerary

Day 1: Skills on the Range.
We spend the first day in a controlled environment. Both our Bend and Pahrump ranges feature dedicated gravel, dirt, and sand sections, plus custom obstacles to play on and build your technique step-by-step.

Day 2: The ADV Group Ride.
We take the skills you learned on the range and apply them in the wild. We'll head out onto local backcountry discovery routes and trails, with instructors coaching you through real-world terrain.

ADV Training: Course Features & Benefits

Small Group Sizes:
We cap our classes to ensure high-quality, personalized feedback for every rider.
Rent or Bring Your Own: Ride your own motorcycle, or rent from our fleet of fully prepped ADV bikes (Honda Africa Twin, Yamaha T7, BMW GS, etc.).

Year-Round Riding:
Train in the Pacific Northwest dirt during the summer (Bend, OR) or escape the cold and ride the desert in the winter (Pahrump, NV).

What makes RIDE Adventures different?

You aren't just learning from enthusiasts; you are learning from the pros. Our instructor team brings decades of high-level experience, including backgrounds in professional off-road racing, law enforcement motor units, and military service. We teach proven, repeatable techniques that keep you safe in the most remote corners of the globe.

ADV Training Overview

Training Start & Finish: Bend, Oregon (use RDM Airport) or Pahrump (near Las Vegas) Nevada (LAS)
Type/Format of Package: 2 Days of working on the 4 Fundamentals and Factors of motorcycle riding in real world ADV scenarios.
Riding Skills/Competency Level: Designed for Riders with at least l000+ miles of previous motorcycle riding experience, and either no experience off-pavement, or a modest amount of simple off-pavement riding prior to participating.
Duration: 2 Training Days, with the option to expand your riding plans by renting the same bike you've been training on for extra days to explore.
Training & Terrain: Everything from hard packed gravel to some of the looser stuff, sandy conditions and everything in between. Let's make sure you can find every bite of traction available on these terrains.
Weather Statistics: Click here for Bend, Oregon or click here for Las Vegas, Nevada
Group size: Typically 5-10 bikes
Motorcycles available for rent on this trip: BYOB (Bring Your Own Bike,) or see what rental options are available for your dates.

Inclusions

1 or 2 Days of professional instruction and coaching by our experienced Guides on your own motorcycle, and a RIDE Adventures shirt & Swag

Add ADV Bike Rental - Same as above plus motorcycle rental of your choice, Tank Bag, Required 3rd Party Liability Insurance, and Basic crash bar protection

Not Included:

Flights
Accomodations
Meals
Fuel
Personal, Medical, Trip or Travel Insurance
Fully Refundable Security Deposit for rentals (*Please inquire on specific costs associated with your requested rental or tour package)

Adventure Ready Course:
Take Your Off-Road Skills Even Further

Already mastered the basics? Our Adventure Ready Course is the perfect next step. Learn how to patch tires, navigate tricky terrain, and pack your bike for long-haul trips. This course will prepare you for every challenge the road—or trail—throws at you.

Want to be fully prepared for your next adventure? Sign up for the Adventure Ready Course and ride with confidence. Each ADV Ready Course is the day before a 2-day training.

More Info: Adventure Ready Course

Minimum Essential Gear for RIDE Training

Safety is our top priority. To participate in our training, all riders must wear:

DOT-approved full-face or modular helmet
Motorcycle-specific jacket and pants with CE-rated armor OR Strap on Armor and Protection from Slides
Over-the-ankle motorcycle boots (Off-road or stiff ADV boots highly recommended)
Motorcycle gloves
Eye protection

Adventures by definition make for unknown outcomes, so for your safety and the enjoyment of others around you, we've created a Minimum Essential Gear Guide that is required for any booking made with RIDE Adventures.

Rider Resources & Free Training Videos

Many of the techniques in our ADV Training may already be familiar to you from our Adventure Motorcycle Training Series on YouTube:

When and Why You Should Stand while riding an ADV Motorcycle - Learn when it’s best to sit or stand while riding, with pros and cons for each approach in real-world scenarios.
6 Essential Riding Techniques - Master fundamentals like foot peg pressure, floating the front wheel, and "steering with the rear."
4 Ways to Turn Your Adventure Motorcycle Around - Whether you have time or need to act fast, our training ensures you can quickly reverse direction.
How to "Bounce" Your Adventure Bike - Learn to navigate obstacles using timing, traction, and body movements for smoother rides.
Mastering Hill climbs - We’ll show you how to conquer hills by relying on "your 2 best friends" for safe, fun climbs.

RIDE ADV Training Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy for Training

Rescheduling: We prefer rescheduling over cancellations and offer this option at no additional cost. If you need to reschedule your training session, please contact us as soon as possible.

Cancellations:

60+ days before training: No charge, full refund.
30-60 days before training: $75 cancellation fee.
30 days or less before training: $100 cancellation fee.

Our Cancellations: If we have to cancel a class, we will first attempt to reschedule. If rescheduling is not possible, we will issue a full refund. If we are trying to reschedule you, we will need you to reschedule within 1 year from the cancellation date. We understand this can be a huge inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

If I rent a bike for training, can I extend the rental for a few days after the training is over?

Yes, we have several riders do this. It's a great way to save $150 on the price of renting a bike just for your own ride.

Just be sure to indicate which extra dates you'd like the bike rental to be for. Our training locations are surrounded by great dual sport routes, and you have the option to take advantage of those opportunities to work on your skillset and enjoy the surroundings.

How good is transportation from the airports to the training location?

In Bend, Oregon the closest larger airport is located in Redmond, Oregon (RDM). It's about a 15 to 20 minute car ride to get into Bend. However, Uber, Lyft, and taxis aren't always available or reliable. It's a good idea to pre-book if you can and give yourself plenty of time.

For Pahrump/Las Vegas training, there are several more options, and it will be best to confirm with our staff at the time of your booking.

When can I get the general location so I can book my own hotel?

Most of our training locations have pre-set meeting spots. You'll receive this information in an email after you purchase the training.

But sometimes we have to switch up locations. We try to pick spots that are located close to or at a chill business. For instance, Spoken Moto in Bend is a bike specific shop, that also has food carts and beer. So it's a great space for a meet and greet or hanging out after.

So if we're looking for another spot we'll update you on a meeting location. You can always contact us go get this info if you might have missed another notification.

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