motowayz Off-Road Adventure / Dual Sport Rider Training

NEW EXPANDED FORMAT!

Dates: Thursday Evening, August 1st – 4th, 2024

 Based on rider interest, motowayz has expanded its Foundational & Intermediate ADV / Dual-Sport Adventure Training Camp.  This event will be held at Kennedy Creek Resort https://www.kennedycreekresort.net/ nestled the beautiful north Georgia Appalachian Mountains.  Join us to have fun and experience expert off-road motorcycle training to hone your skills to help you ride more effectively, efficiently, and safely.

Availability: Registration on first come, first serve.

Introduction & The Curriculum

This course is for experienced motorcyclists who have on-road experience on an ADV (adventure) dual-sport motorcycle.  For the purposes of this course, an experienced rider is one who has basic skills, is a current rider, and possess a current motorcycle license or endorsement with insurance.  Riders will need to use their own street-legal ADV bike in the course.  Low traction off-pavement riding requires a uniquely different approach to riding over high traction, paved environments.  The overall aim is to provide an enjoyable learning experience while transferring the fundamental knowledge and skills for riding ADVs on unpaved surfaces. 

Motorcycles

This course is for two-wheel, single-track adventure type motorcycles, which are referred to as adventure/ADV & dual-sport motorcycles which riders will bring to the event.  ADVs are street-legal motorcycle designed for long-distance highway riding that include features for off-pavement riding.  Motorcycles must have sufficient off-pavement capabilities for the course.  Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) street-legal dual-sort motorcycles are allowed in the course.  At a minimum the ADV must have tires appropriate for off-pavement surfaces and adequate suspension to cross over a 6”X6” obstacle.  Most standard ADV / dual-sport / scrambler motorcycles are appropriate.  Conversion or modified motorcycles are not suitable.  Motorcycles with tires designed solely for on-pavement operation are not suitable.

 Pre-requisites:

• Must be 16 years old with current motorcycle permit/license and proof of insurance.

• Need to bring an your ADV/Dual-Sport motorcycle that meets the requirements above under “Motorcycles”.  A personal motorcycle is preferred, but a borrowed ADV is permissible with written proof of permission by the owner and insurance coverage.

• ADV motorcycle needs to have ADV centric tires (preferably at least 50/50) and not tires 100% for street.

• The course is for licensed riders who own an adventure bike (ADV) and have experience with it on the street. No experience riding off-pavement is required.

• Riders should be familiar with the owner's manual and bring it with them.

• Riders are encouraged to bring extra brake and clutch levers in case of breakage.  Heavy duty, hand grip brush guards are highly encouraged.

• Riders are to ensure familiarity with their ADV's controls and adjustments that are possible.

• Rider’s should know how to turn on & off ABS, traction control and know how select different ride modes where applicable.

• Bring your Off-highway Motorcycle (OHM) and owner’s manual for your OHM.

• The desire to learn and have a blast!

 Itinerary:              

• Free Welcome Dinner Thursday, August 4th, 2024 @ 7 PM.

• Closed Course Training - Friday, August 2nd, 2024 starting 9 AM

• Closed Course Training - Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 starting 9 AM

• Optional Off-Pavement Ride to apply your new skills – Sunday, August 4th, 2024

  Examples to what is taught at motowayz’ Introductory / Intermediate ADV Course:

The school begins with the basics:

• ADV familiarization, set-up & “bulletproofing”

• How to inspect the motorcycle before riding

• Proper position of motorcycle controls for your body

• Proper sitting and standing body positions

• Beside learning new skills students also discuss responsible riding practices including risk management.

• Accelerating & braking

• Turning & counterweighting

• Rear wheel steering

• Riding narrow ruts

• Attacking obstacles

• Front wheel skid recovery

• Ascending / descending hills

• U-turns & traversing hills

• Swerving and emergency stops

• Adventure preparation

 Gear Requirements

• Must bring DOT approved helmet.

• Must bring motorcycle googles or face shield.

• Must bring long sleeve shirt.

• Must bring long pants.

• Must bring over the ankle boots.

• Must bring over the finger gloves that offer dexterity.

• Other examples of gear highly suggested but not required:  Motocross style boots, hard elbow pads, hard knee/shin pads, hydration pack, chest protector, kidney belt.

• It is highly suggested rider dress in layers as we get very active on the bike.

 Testing:

There is no written test associated with this course.  The elements of the course are “building block” in nature where earlier skills learned and demonstrated will be required for more advanced skills later in the course.  We will spend plenty of time and instruction to assist riders to accomplish and demonstrate the needed skills before progressing.  However, there may be a case where riders are unable to demonstrate required skills.  In those cases, we’ll counsel those students if it’s appropriate for them to proceed.

 How much time do you get to ride:

Your entire class time is spent on the range with plenty of hand-on instruction and real

world riding situations. 

What’s included:

·       Free Welcome Dinner Thursday evening.

·       Expert instruction by experienced, certified off-road instructors.

·       Free primitive camping.

·       Toilets & bath house.

·       Backcountry Discovery Route (BDR) Documentary hosted by BDR

Ambassadors.  www.ridebdr.com

·       Access to Kennedy Creek Resort throughout the days of training.

·       Thoughtful, proven curriculum to help riders develop new skills and

confidence. 

·       Ice water & snacks.

·       Firepit every night with motowayz team

·       Digital graduation picture & Certificate.

·       Discount coupons from sponsors

·       Sponsor sticker packs

·       Free Pre-Event Phone Consultation 

 Not Included:

·       Motorcycles

·       Personal gear

·       Soap, wash cloth/towel for showers

·       Meals (Kennedy Creek has an onsite restaurant service breakfast,

lunch & dinners)

·       Alcohol (Kennedy Creek offers a fully stocked bar)

·       Fuel

·       Optional Lodging (Kennedy Creek offers a host of lodging options

from dormitory style bunkroom which sleeps 16 twin beds,

bunkhouses, yurts and log cabins.  Please book optional lodging as

early as possible as lodging can sell out quickly.)

https://www.kennedycreekresort.net/accommodations

·       Gratuities

 Price:  $995.00 / rider

 How do I sign-up?

Contact me, Tom Nagle at  motowayzinfo@gmail.com or www.motowayz.com for more details and to participate in this exciting training weekend.