Beginner Off-Road Training — with Simon Marčič

Everyone starts somewhere. Simon Marčič — Dakar Legend, 11-time finisher, professional racer — started on a BMX. What he carried from those early days into a career in motorsport was a deep understanding of how to build skill from first principles.

Beginner off-road training is for riders who have never ridden off-road, riders who are new to motorcycles entirely, and those with limited off-road experience who want to build a proper foundation. The program is structured around real technique, not just "have a go." You'll understand what you're doing and why it works — which means the skills stay with you.

Program

• Off-road riding attire and safety essentials
• Motorcycle setup and understanding traction control and ABS
• Correct body position for off-road terrain
• Weight management, mounting, and dismounting on both sides
• Lifting a fallen motorcycle safely and efficiently
• Static drills on the bike
• Walking with a running motorcycle and starting position
• Starting and stopping seated and standing
• Slow-speed balance exercises
• Clutch and throttle control
• Turning, U-turns, safe ascents and descents
• Riding ruts, puddles, and small obstacles
• Braking, engine braking, and emergency stopping
• Stopping and continuing on a hill

Upcoming dates

• Near Postojna, Slovenia — 13–14 September 2025
• Rab Island, Croatia — October 2025
• Further dates available — contact us

Email: booking@ridewithlegend.com | Phone: +38670827672