I did a day at the Mick Extance Experience 3 years ago. They were using 250 KTMs at the time. Id never ridden off road at all and was very nervous. Mick and his team were brilliant and built up my confidence as the day went on. I binned it a few times and all they did was help me get upright and encourage me to have another go. As you said, i could not believe what i was riding, up, over, down and through by the end of the day. That wasnt the most impressive thing i saw though. There were a couple of people whod never even ridden a motorcycle. They went off with an instructor at the beginning of the day and we didnt see them again until the end when they joined the rest of us riding a trail. Absolutely incredible.
Cool, he still runs an enduro school on the same site as the Harley Adventure Centre. That looks like a lot of fun, and Mick is such an excellent teacher!
I think this is what a CRF300L is for, with knobblies. If it gets dropped, it’s no problem to pick up. I’d be worried with the Harley which I see mainly as a road bike like the GS.
This day is to not only give an offroad experience, but also demonstrate where you can take these big bikes with just a little training. I didn't need to pick mine up, but if you do it with the right technique its very easy.......unless its in a ditch lol
beautiful location and for sure proper way to learn the machine and mostly how to handle variety of terrain, excellent progression up forward in you content, Tony another impressive episode, cheers V!
I did that day just after you dropped this video. Had a ball. I was amazed by what the Pan America could do in a relative novice's hands. Mick is such a great teacher and ambassador for the bike. The scenery and roads in the area are stunning.
Excellent video 📹 Tony..it's probably reassuring for people to know these days are not too pressured, they are to be enjoyed. Mick is a bit of a hero of mine, as a Dakar fan. Last time I met him we chatted about the XR650R, I have one and he has good memories of riding one in the Dakar! It's great that after all he went through he is riding and passing on his incredible knowledge 👏. Cheers, Steve
@@mancavemoto other than tweaking my back putting it on the center stand...I love it! I've now learned to "pump up" the suspension before trying to lever it up.
Nicely documented video bro! I was supposed to be joining you on the day but couldn’t make it due to a bad infection. I’ve now experienced it through you 👍🏼👍🏼
Great video again Tony, there's something about the pan America I really like. What a great location to test the bike too, I wish we had something like that here!
Actually if you put the Adventure Sports up against the pan America special they are a similar price and spec. I do have a soft spot for the Honda though
Really enjoyed this, entertaining and informative. This course looks great and anything that can improve your skill and confidence is worth every penny. Still won't ever buy a HD though! :D
Mine is bigger and thicker than Terry's was! Ha i've had it for a couple of years and its the first time i've used it. I need to get it closer to the face, and I certainly need some interview training!
I have a 2019 Africa Twin, with all the protection it must weigh 475 lbs. My next bike will be an 800 cc, much lighter weight. This bike is too heavy for me.
Sure, apologies I forgot to add the link in the description, but here you go www.hdadventurecentre.com/ If you book, mention that you saw they video. I don't get paid, but it would be helpful. Cheers
Excellent
I think H-D should reintroduce little 2 stroke trail bikes like they had in the late 70's as well
Cheers, well you never know
I did a day at the Mick Extance Experience 3 years ago. They were using 250 KTMs at the time. Id never ridden off road at all and was very nervous. Mick and his team were brilliant and built up my confidence as the day went on. I binned it a few times and all they did was help me get upright and encourage me to have another go. As you said, i could not believe what i was riding, up, over, down and through by the end of the day.
That wasnt the most impressive thing i saw though. There were a couple of people whod never even ridden a motorcycle. They went off with an instructor at the beginning of the day and we didnt see them again until the end when they joined the rest of us riding a trail. Absolutely incredible.
Cool, he still runs an enduro school on the same site as the Harley Adventure Centre. That looks like a lot of fun, and Mick is such an excellent teacher!
Big adventure bikes are so heavy. Off-road? Not for me on one of these or others. My old DR250SH would be great.
surprisingly agile, I really enjoyed riding it off-road
I think this is what a CRF300L is for, with knobblies. If it gets dropped, it’s no problem to pick up. I’d be worried with the Harley which I see mainly as a road bike like the GS.
This day is to not only give an offroad experience, but also demonstrate where you can take these big bikes with just a little training. I didn't need to pick mine up, but if you do it with the right technique its very easy.......unless its in a ditch lol
beautiful location and for sure proper way to learn the machine and mostly how to handle variety of terrain, excellent progression up forward in you content, Tony another impressive episode, cheers V!
Thank you very much!
I did that day just after you dropped this video. Had a ball. I was amazed by what the Pan America could do in a relative novice's hands. Mick is such a great teacher and ambassador for the bike. The scenery and roads in the area are stunning.
Spot on
Thanks, quite helpful and entertaining.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent video 📹 Tony..it's probably reassuring for people to know these days are not too pressured, they are to be enjoyed. Mick is a bit of a hero of mine, as a Dakar fan. Last time I met him we chatted about the XR650R, I have one and he has good memories of riding one in the Dakar! It's great that after all he went through he is riding and passing on his incredible knowledge 👏. Cheers, Steve
Absolutely, you go at your own pace whilst being gently encouraged. Mick is such a nice bloke, a proper legend
Perfect timing! I'm 2 days into my love affair with one of these. I'm also very freaking jealous that HD is making that training in your country.
Great, how are you enjoying it?
@@mancavemoto other than tweaking my back putting it on the center stand...I love it! I've now learned to "pump up" the suspension before trying to lever it up.
Great review and video Tony, well done 👍👍
Thanks 👍
Nicely documented video bro! I was supposed to be joining you on the day but couldn’t make it due to a bad infection. I’ve now experienced it through you 👍🏼👍🏼
That’s a shame, hope all is well now? I didn’t know who was going to be there and they said on the day that both you and Kate couldn’t make it.
@@mancavemoto I was looking to see if Kate was in the background in your video. Looked like a top notch day. 👍🏼👍🏼
No sadly her Labyrinthitis was giving her problems 😞
It's a very impressive bike isn't it. Looks a great day out up there.
Yes on both counts
Great video again Tony, there's something about the pan America I really like. What a great location to test the bike too, I wish we had something like that here!
Thanks 👍 me too, I like it more each time I ride it.....maybe i'm a convert?!
@@mancavemoto Twice the price of the Africa Twin yeah?
Actually if you put the Adventure Sports up against the pan America special they are a similar price and spec. I do have a soft spot for the Honda though
@@mancavemoto Same here mate, I love my ATAS but very keen to try the Pan America. I think it has potential!
Well done .
Cheers
Dang. Bought mine 6/23..
Really enjoyed this, entertaining and informative. This course looks great and anything that can improve your skill and confidence is worth every penny. Still won't ever buy a HD though! :D
Glad you enjoyed it! you never know!
Like the mike at the end T, you auditioning for Blankety Blank ?
Mine is bigger and thicker than Terry's was! Ha i've had it for a couple of years and its the first time i've used it. I need to get it closer to the face, and I certainly need some interview training!
All day clutch control and leg work must knacker you. Great video though.
yep, but thankfully the clutch is really light! Cheers
I have a 2019 Africa Twin, with all the protection it must weigh 475 lbs. My next bike will be an 800 cc, much lighter weight. This bike is too heavy for me.
Could you please provide contact details / information on how to book this training course ?
Sure, apologies I forgot to add the link in the description, but here you go www.hdadventurecentre.com/ If you book, mention that you saw they video. I don't get paid, but it would be helpful. Cheers
Were you in Off-road mode or Off-road Plus mode during the course?
Off-Road mode
what tires where u running?
from memory they were Michelin Anakee Wilds
I just bought one in Ireland can I go?
Sure, you just need to book via www.hdadventurecentre.com/
@@mancavemoto great thank you
I appreciate it. Billy
8:48 🦆
A quick little fella!