Off-Road Training in France: 1 Day

For riders who are already confident on the road and want to discover off-road riding, or go back over the basics: try an adventure bike, build confidence before a tour, take the next step. It is not a street-riding refresher. The group is limited to 8 participants, led by an instructor certified by the French Motorcycling Federation, who teaches in English.

This day takes place on private land: it is the simplest way to discover riding off pavement. The 2-day course and ride and the 3-day course add rides on the back roads and dirt roads of the Beaujolais to put what you have learned into practice. Level 2 is for riders who have already done a Level 1 course.

Meet at 8:30 a.m., briefing with the instructor, then off to a private 4x4 ground: slaloms, side slopes, obstacles, slow and faster riding, standing up at higher speed, with exercises adapted to your level. Lunch in a local restaurant, then more practice until the end of the day, around 6 p.m.

A recent Royal Enfield Himalayan 411, rented for the day. You need a motorcycle license and regular street riding. If your height makes you hesitate, talk to your travel advisor before booking.

Yes, with two passengers at most per course. The passenger takes an active part: first riding behind the instructor to learn the right moves, then helping the rider correct theirs. The course costs $490 per rider and $230 per passenger.

$490 per rider and $230 per passenger. The price includes the motorcycle, gas, third-party motorcycle insurance, the instructor and lunch. You pay for your riding gear, travel to the meeting point, a $708 deposit per motorcycle and, on your first booking with us, a $41 registration fee.

Riding gear is not provided and it is mandatory: an approved full-face helmet, a jacket with back protection, reinforced gloves, high boots and pants with knee protection. Also bring rain gear and a water bottle or hydration pack; nets are provided to strap a backpack to the seat. The full list is in our help center.

At 8:30 a.m. outside Sain-Bel train station (69210), west of Lyon, which you can reach by train from Lyon. The nearest airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry. Lodging is not included: if you come from far away, plan a night nearby the evening before. There is no support vehicle: if needed, the instructor calls the emergency services.

From March to November, on fixed dates: the next dates and remaining spots are shown on this page. How demanding the ground is depends on the weather in the days before, hence the rain gear in your bag.

Choose your date and book directly on this page, or call a travel advisor if you are unsure which format suits you. Spots are limited to 8 participants per course.