I learned to ride off road when I was 8 years old, and I'm SO glad I did. It teaches you proper bike control, how to maximise your grip and it forces you to stay loose. If you tighten yourself up, you'll only fall off. I have no doubt that if everyone learned to ride or drive off road and at a younger age there would be far, far fewer accidents on the road. I need to go and do one of these off road days!
Best off road training you can get! Beautiful trail, top of notch instructors, and with one of those best bikes in the world, you can't find anything better than this
As a rider who has never gone off road, that course looks great, and I would like to attend something like that. I think you did a superb job completing all of the tasks - good job!
I love seeing women get involved in this sport. I am 6'6 & 235 lbs. and can attest to just how hard it can be to handle a big bike (KTM 1290 Super Adventure R)... you did great! Select a bike that you can handle when things go sideways (and they will) and requires you to muscle the bike through a situation. Then, ride within comfort zone and practice a lot at going slow (3-5 MPH) w/ clutch modulating your speed and do so on progressively tougher terrain. You'll learn how to balance the bike and it'll improve your ability at higher speeds. Off roading gets in your blood and street riding becomes somewhat mundane. :-) Enjoy!!
Great video! And Maria was absolutely brilliant👌. I’m also a newbie and a short guy. And I ride a 700 GS so I could feel and understand her. Great piece of online video and content. Thank you so much.
Assuming the presenter was the "MCN Online Editor" I think she did a fantastic job at presenting in both parts. This was a great video and I hope MCN has more video content with her in the future. The videographer also did a great job in both parts (if it was the same person). People curious about any off road course got a great example of what it may be like. Simon has been in the game for a long time so I'm sure this course is top notch.
Great review from a newbie point of view, and small framed person. Testament to the BMW school and the determination of the reporter that day 1 ended with a ‘I want more’ attitude.
Completely agree, this course should be mandatory for every road rider. I've done level 1 and 2 and will certainly do level 3. The skills are really transferrable and makes every rider better. This course should be done by any new rider.
Well presented, and I am glad to have reviewed. I have not been on a bike forever, and the mrs got me this course as a gift. I dont have muchh riding experience, so this was a great video - looks like a good enviroment to be in... thanks for the video, has got me even more excited..
Very good video, I am planning on buying a GS in 2019 and wanted to try the driving school to learn more about handling it. I do think that it will be a good experience. The one doing the story was really nice to watch as well. Might just watch it again
I did a riding course with Simon as head instructor in Australia many years ago, not long after he did the Race To Dakar video. It made me sick the way he was able to romp up a steep hill on an R1200GS while most of us on 650 Dakar's had no end of trouble.
Julian St Clair don't let your tunnel vision Liberia get in the way of people having an honest opinion. I happen to think Maria's cuteness is a welcome addition too.
You believe this is a compliment, but it's not. What you're suggesting is that she's there for "cuteness", which is not only patronizing but creepy as well. Her perspective here is as someone who didn't start riding dirt bikes at 2 years old or bought a midlife crisis Harley at 55. To show that this sport is for everyone. Calling her "cute" as the first thing on your mind accomplishes the exact opposite. It shows that she doesn't belong here unless she takes on the role as some form of eye candy. It's completely fine to find her attractive. Just keep it to yourself.
Well done Maria, looks like you had a blast!....off road skills are never wasted even if you just ride on the road...and that lunch!!!..looked damn good!!
Kudos to you for being able to complete that. It's good to see your confidence go up. I too hope to do this someday. Although I have been riding street bikes for a while, I have no experience riding such tall and heavy bikes. Specially off-road.
Well folks negative comments no help! I personally off roaded before on road. ..any company who supports all biking is to be comended ..but great to see more women getting into it...gs310 is going to be ideal bike to start... ps.. personally I am no BMW fan at all!!!! they are way to expensive for me...from dave..
Great show! It is surprising to see that corona was already on the table back in early 2018 (00:09:28). I thought it all started in China in early 2020.
Good to se girls riding...we need more...my wife taking her license in august so we having a big red L hanging on ouer yellow wests this summer...keep on riding..great job for a starter..cool as....
Hey, great vid, inspiring confidence for my wife, who is now interested in doing the off roads skills course, but PLEASE can you lose all the rising inflections in your commentary and narrative it is SO frustrating to listen to.
I don't get why the women had to be segregated......there are small short guys too so what the hell is the problem with putting like sized people together. Oh and MCN there are more bike off road centers than always BMW, please a little more variety.
Face it, regardless of size, there is always a douche in the group when you get a bunch of guys together. Maybe women groups are the same way, I don't know. Having all women in the group, I imagine, gives less distractions and more concentration on the training and learning experience.
Hi there, agreed. In this instance Level 1 Targeted for Women can only be taken once by any lady, after that they are in mixed groups. The course is simply a step in. In terms of small/short people, there are several low-seat bikes which can be used on the course to gain experience. Thanks for commenting and if you have any further questions or queries please email Maria.Vallahis@Motorcyclenews.com - Cheers, MCN :)
I learned to ride off road when I was 8 years old, and I'm SO glad I did. It teaches you proper bike control, how to maximise your grip and it forces you to stay loose. If you tighten yourself up, you'll only fall off. I have no doubt that if everyone learned to ride or drive off road and at a younger age there would be far, far fewer accidents on the road. I need to go and do one of these off road days!
Best off road training you can get! Beautiful trail, top of notch instructors, and with one of those best bikes in the world, you can't find anything better than this
As a rider who has never gone off road, that course looks great, and I would like to attend something like that. I think you did a superb job completing all of the tasks - good job!
I love seeing women get involved in this sport. I am 6'6 & 235 lbs. and can attest to just how hard it can be to handle a big bike (KTM 1290 Super Adventure R)... you did great! Select a bike that you can handle when things go sideways (and they will) and requires you to muscle the bike through a situation. Then, ride within comfort zone and practice a lot at going slow (3-5 MPH) w/ clutch modulating your speed and do so on progressively tougher terrain. You'll learn how to balance the bike and it'll improve your ability at higher speeds. Off roading gets in your blood and street riding becomes somewhat mundane. :-) Enjoy!!
Cheers to you! What a great video! She talks about how you get emotional because you get so up in your head! So true about anything you do new!
Great video! And Maria was absolutely brilliant👌. I’m also a newbie and a short guy. And I ride a 700 GS so I could feel and understand her. Great piece of online video and content. Thank you so much.
Assuming the presenter was the "MCN Online Editor" I think she did a fantastic job at presenting in both parts. This was a great video and I hope MCN has more video content with her in the future. The videographer also did a great job in both parts (if it was the same person). People curious about any off road course got a great example of what it may be like. Simon has been in the game for a long time so I'm sure this course is top notch.
Excellent! It's refreshing to see someone so enthusiastic and with a different perspective than the typical moto journalist.
Well done! Some great riding tips in this video, thanks!!
Great review from a newbie point of view, and small framed person. Testament to the BMW school and the determination of the reporter that day 1 ended with a ‘I want more’ attitude.
Thank you so much for this, very informative and helpful.
Completely agree, this course should be mandatory for every road rider. I've done level 1 and 2 and will certainly do level 3. The skills are really transferrable and makes every rider better. This course should be done by any new rider.
Well presented, and I am glad to have reviewed. I have not been on a bike forever, and the mrs got me this course as a gift. I dont have muchh riding experience, so this was a great video - looks like a good enviroment to be in... thanks for the video, has got me even more excited..
Excellent video, been meaning to book myself on the course so this has helped to give a great insight.
Very good video, I am planning on buying a GS in 2019 and wanted to try the driving school to learn more about handling it. I do think that it will be a good experience. The one doing the story was really nice to watch as well. Might just watch it again
I did a riding course with Simon as head instructor in Australia many years ago, not long after he did the Race To Dakar video. It made me sick the way he was able to romp up a steep hill on an R1200GS while most of us on 650 Dakar's had no end of trouble.
Motivating video.....keep riding
What a fantastic video. I want to do this course.
Hats off to these tiny women riding GS’.
There were actually a diverse bunche. Good on you.
Enjoyed that - good to see MCN getting some cute reporters in too, Nevesy is going to have to up his game to remain the TMF MCN favourite....
Julian St Clair don't let your tunnel vision Liberia get in the way of people having an honest opinion. I happen to think Maria's cuteness is a welcome addition too.
You believe this is a compliment, but it's not. What you're suggesting is that she's there for "cuteness", which is not only patronizing but creepy as well.
Her perspective here is as someone who didn't start riding dirt bikes at 2 years old or bought a midlife crisis Harley at 55. To show that this sport is for everyone. Calling her "cute" as the first thing on your mind accomplishes the exact opposite. It shows that she doesn't belong here unless she takes on the role as some form of eye candy.
It's completely fine to find her attractive. Just keep it to yourself.
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That's here say as lawyers call it. Stop adding stuff and filling up the blanks. That's prejudicial
Well done Maria, looks like you had a blast!....off road skills are never wasted even if you just ride on the road...and that lunch!!!..looked damn good!!
Maria you were amazing!!! You did excellent for such a heavy bike!
Great effort, everyone did really well.
Well Done. Keep Practising.
Kudos to you for being able to complete that. It's good to see your confidence go up. I too hope to do this someday. Although I have been riding street bikes for a while, I have no experience riding such tall and heavy bikes. Specially off-road.
Well folks negative comments no help! I personally off roaded before on road. ..any company who supports all biking is to be comended ..but great to see more women getting into it...gs310 is going to be ideal bike to start... ps.. personally I am no BMW fan at all!!!! they are way to expensive for me...from dave..
Very cool
Great show! It is surprising to see that corona was already on the table back in early 2018 (00:09:28). I thought it all started in China in early 2020.
I need this kinda training..
Excellent Info!
I really want to do this
Well done you done so well
watching this now during the pandemic and your Corona beer ;-)
I want ask to you something can you tell me please
This kind of riding becomes very interesting for me!
Is the f800gs "the" perfect travel enduro?
*Reliability
*Price
*Performance
I love my GS, but the Africa Twin is a great, inexpensive (relatively) machine to learn on.
it's taller though! You have to be a giant in order to handle it ,especially in Off road
Good on ya!
It’s a mind game for sure!
0:00 hi, welcome to chillis
Great video ... keep fighting! Girl Power!
Great to see a females opinion of the training. It provides a balanced view of the experience.
Well done :)
Very nice informative video
Anyone know what tyres they're using on those f700s?
S1000xr are not in the gs corse why
Круто 👍👏👏
Жаль у нас нет такой школы 😥 так сам и учусь по видео, а это долго ...
well done girl, keep her lit
Interesting video, cheers.
How tall are you? My wife is 162cm (5'4) and she claims she is to short for the adventure bikes...
she is 5'3!
Love Simon!!
S1000xr also adv and touring bike but why
ride and smile
I love watching people stretch their skills... I love stretching my skills...
@ 09:25. Love that trainer. Might do this just to see him.
Simon Pavey. His son also trains and does brilliant RUclips videos.
9:35 Cat Elbows 😁
whats your height gal?
Good to se girls riding...we need more...my wife taking her license in august so we having a big red L hanging on ouer yellow wests this summer...keep on riding..great job for a starter..cool as....
Hey, great vid, inspiring confidence for my wife, who is now interested in doing the off roads skills course, but PLEASE can you lose all the rising inflections in your commentary and narrative it is SO frustrating to listen to.
Big bikes like this scare me. :D
I don't get why the women had to be segregated......there are small short guys too so what the hell is the problem with putting like sized people together. Oh and MCN there are more bike off road centers than always BMW, please a little more variety.
Face it, regardless of size, there is always a douche in the group when you get a bunch of guys together. Maybe women groups are the same way, I don't know. Having all women in the group, I imagine, gives less distractions and more concentration on the training and learning experience.
Hi there, agreed. In this instance Level 1 Targeted for Women can only be taken once by any lady, after that they are in mixed groups. The course is simply a step in. In terms of small/short people, there are several low-seat bikes which can be used on the course to gain experience. Thanks for commenting and if you have any further questions or queries please email Maria.Vallahis@Motorcyclenews.com - Cheers, MCN :)
Wait until you commute to work next, you’ll be using your body weight to make the bike get through gaps and turn on a sixpence 👍
Wow she's beautiful 👀
Maria you are so cute
Cute girl.
Why are they not teaching women to lift the bike with their legs not using their back 🤦🏻♀️
She's cute!
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