Before riding thousands of kilometers across Italy — including mountain passes, remote coastal roads, gravel sections, and potential unplanned terrain — I wanted structured training beyond road touring.
s preparation for the Basel → Palermo → Basel solo expedition, I completed an official BMW Motorrad Offroad Training in Germany.
Before riding thousands of kilometers across Italy — including mountain passes, remote coastal roads, gravel sections, and potential unplanned terrain — I wanted structured training beyond road touring.
This session focused on:
• Body positioning in standing posture • Throttle and clutch control on loose surfaces • Controlled braking on gravel • Slow-speed balance and obstacle work • Hill starts and descents off asphalt • Recovering an adventure bike
The goal was not speed. It was control.
On a fully equipped adventure motorcycle, mistakes off-road are amplified by weight and momentum. Training removes hesitation and builds muscle memory before real terrain forces the issue.
This video documents key exercises, corrections, and takeaways as I prepare for the long circle south.
Bike platform: BMW adventure class Training provider: BMW Motorrad Offroad Training Location: Germany
This expedition is built on preparation, not improvisation.