Moab Immersion Motorcycle Training Tour

This question is always asked and the answer is the same. The difficulty depends on your experience, physicality and spirit. There is NO mandatory single track on this tour. This ride combines excellent dirt roads and 2-track trails with twisty pavement sections that can’t be missed. All portions of the route are drivable by our support truck which will follow behind the group or meet at predetermined intersections on all days of the tour. This tour is best suited for smaller street-legal dual-sport motorcycles between 250-800CC equipped with proper off-road tires.

If you’ve never been on the dirt but have the desire and physical means this is a great start. More experienced off-road riders will also gain from this training tour as we focus on the fundamentals often lost over time.

Our coaches are the best. They not only demonstrate but they explain the physics of what makes for proficient riding. Safety is first. Always. Our coaches are touring people just like you and they have traveled internationally, experienced the challenges that come with international touring where the best roads and treasures are found off the pavement. Because we keep our groups to no more than 10 riders, you can count on getting their personal instruction.

We start off with a classroom session, move to an area where posture, body position, and other important basics are learned. By the end of the first day of training, slow speed skills are demonstrated and exercised. The second day we get into the real world environment of off-road touring, gradually elevating the technicality of the ride as you feel you are ready to advance. The key here is that the groups are small (maximum of 10). The training is geared to your personal progress and we don’t move ahead until you are ready.

Yes. Our support vehicle will be with us for the duration of the event to carry your personal gear, tools, water and provide riders with the confidence to ride their own pace knowing we have your back. Non-riding participants (space is limited please give us a call to confirm) may also join us in the support vehicle.

If you have one of the “mega” touring machines such as the BMW R1200GS, and you have not been off road with it, you may benefit from riding a lighter weight rental where the weight and performance will not be so overwhelming – so renting should be considered.  Fear of dropping your bike is also inhibiting. Contact us to reserve a rental today.

Rental offerings vary from season to season. Each unit is accessorized to offer optimum comfort and enhanced protection and rideability. Popular models include Suzuki DRZ400 and the venerable Yamaha WR250R, lightweight but perfectly suitable for the dual purpose role of road and off road travel demands of this event. Locations in Grand Junction, Colorado and Phoenix, Arizona – Contact MotoDiscovery Rentals for details. Rental Terms and Conditions.

Of course. You will advance more quickly. You can then concentrate on those techniques that minimize stress and physical exertion, reducing fatigue, riding more smoothly and pushing the limits of your motorcycle. But we must stress that this course is not about speed. To the contrary. Slow speed maneuvering skills are essential. Managing all levels of terrain comfortably from rocky surfaces to loose sand is where we want to take you and even experienced riders will find this “tune up” to lead to more enjoyable riding.

While each training tour is subject to itinerary modifications, we often use the 3-Step Hideaway as a training venue and to accommodate our overnight stays. Situated in the high desert, about 50 miles south of the City of Moab, here are a few things you should know:

• There is no cell service nor internet service available at 3-Step. There are points nearby where one can get a signal, but for the most part, prepare to be ‘off the grid’ for a few days.
• Regarding alcohol, Utah has strict alcohol and tax laws that regulate the sale of beer, wine, and spirits. 3-Step has a variety of domestic and micro-brew beer for sale in the Cantina. If you prefer wine or spirits, you must arrange to bring your own or contact us and we can arrange to pick you up some in Colorado on our way to the event.
• Bring a headlamp (or a flashlight) – Because the 3-Step is completely solar powered, you will need a light to get around after dark. The buildings and cabins all have electric lights, however.
• We cannot guarantee a single room for you at 3-Step Hideaway. Single occupancy is, however, available for all other accommodations following our departure from 3-Step.

Higher quality service and better individual attention to your training needs will result when groups are smaller. Group size is limited to ten (10) tour participants plus staff however historically the group size is between 6 to 8 participants..

Yes. We have a comfortable overland support vehicle that can accommodate a limited number of passengers in comfort and style. If you are planning to ride 2-up, please understand that this is not an event to learn to safely ride off-road with a passenger.

Arrangements can be made to store your vehicle and trailer in Grand Junction at the rendezvous hotel. Please contact the hotel directly with information on your vehicle and trailer to confirm.

This will be covered in our pre-trip communication emails along with other valuable preparation tips.  Keep in mind that space is limited in the support vehicle and gear can be stowed in Grand Junction at the hotel while on the tour.

There is no tent camping on this event.

Now. For a better touring experience, we keep our groups small which frequently results in tours “sold out”.

Yes. MotoDiscovery creates special private customized tours around the world each season. We are experts and regard this as our specialty. Contact us today for more information, or go to our Custom Tour Questionnaire link to begin the process