Level One

Our original Off Road Skills course, designed to get you enjoying yourself in the dirt as quickly as possible.  The course that took Charley and Ewan around the world is still beguiling people with all the fun and challenges of exploring the world by bike.

The two day Level One course takes you through all the essential skills needed to make you competent and safe off road, regardless of prior experience. This course works for all riders and will also improve your road skills, your general confidence and bike handling.

Designed for:

Never ridden off road before.
Ridden off road before, but not for some time.
Ridden off road before, up to clubman competition level.

Key Lessons:

Learning to lift, balance and manoeuvre a motorcycle in awkward situations.
Manoeuvring the motorcycle at slow speeds, and clutch control exercises.
Improved braking ability.
Ascending and descending hills safely and confidently.
Trail riding on gravel fire roads and dirt tracks.
Changeover ride (a short opportunity to test-ride the various bikes).
Momentum exercises.

2011 Remaining Dates

October
1st/2nd October 2011	Saturday/Sunday
14th/15th October 2011	Friday/Saturday
16th/17th October 2011	Sunday/Monday

2012 Dates

March
23rd / 24th	Friday / Saturday
25th / 26th	Sunday / Monday
April
8th / 9th	Sunday / Monday
20th / 21st	Friday / Saturday
22nd / 23rd	Sunday / Monday
May
4th / 5th	Friday / Saturday
6th / 7th	Sunday / Monday
June
2nd / 3rd	Saturday / Sunday
24th / 25th	Sunday / Monday
July
6th / 7th	Friday / Saturday
8th / 9th	Sunday / Monday
20th / 21st	Friday / Saturday
22nd / 23rd	Sunday / Monday
September
2nd / 3rd	Sunday / Monday
21st / 22nd	Friday / Saturday
23rd / 24th	Sunday / Monday
October
5th / 6th	Friday / Saturday
7th / 8th	Sunday / Monday
19th / 20th	Friday / Saturday
21st / 22nd	Sunday / Monday

Additional Information

Customers are able to choose from a G 650 GS, G 650 GS Sertaõ, F 800 GS or R 1200 GS motorcycle for the Level One courses, subject to availability.

Participants must be 21 years of age or over and have a full and valid motorcycle licence for riding in the United Kingdom.

All course participants are grouped according to their riding ability and must have a good level of fitness.

How much?

The two-day Level One Off Road Skills courses each cost £479. The price includes two days of group instruction, motorcycle hire, third party insurance, fuel, two lunches and one evening meal, refreshments and a certificate of completion.

Please note: It does not include personal motorcycle or accident insurance, your accommodation and evening drinks, or any additional meals or drinks for your guests. 

What do I wear?

Helmets must be EC2205 or equivalent and in good condition. Gloves should be lightweight and offer dexterity in the fingers, so that you can use the motorcycle controls. Most textile type road jackets and trousers are fine, providing the quilted layer can be removed, as you will get very hot. Boots MUST be motocross boots.

Lace up boots and any boot without rigidity in the ankle area are NOT ACCEPTABLE. Please note that the organisers will check and inspect all clothing and equipment and assess suitability. Any riders considered to be inadequately clothed or protected will be excluded from the course.

If you are in any doubt about the suitability of your boots then we have hire clothing available. However, it is essential that reservations are made in advance of attending the course as supplies are limited.

If you wish to hire boots or any other clothing please e-mail your requirements, including sizes to clothing@offroadskills.com at least two weeks prior to your course date. We will normally confirm your hire clothing has been reserved with an email in the next few days. Prices are listed in your confirmation letter. Boots should be requested in European sizes i.e. 47. For trousers please advise the waist size you require, i.e. 34″. Gloves and jackets should be requested in sizes S – XXL.

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And to book now click here or call World of BMW on 08000 131 282