Out of all the videos on TH-cam I cannot believe I found this in your other ones. This is the best videos I’ve ever seen lotta education a lot of real time practice being shown and I can’t find it anywhere else. This is really great thank you.
100% goes to show that you can't rely on the 'tube algorithms to give you the content you need. I found this by searching withing Yt, " chris birch ktm 890 adventure r" and this was several lines down but the most informative of many many videos that i've watched.
Thanks for sharing these videos. Your commentary helped a lot in learning just a bit of what you learned. I’m in KY and there just aren’t courses around here like these (that I’ve found anyway). Everything seems to be west of the Mississippi, unfortunately. I used to live in CO, so it’s a little unfortunate I didn’t get the adventure/dual sport bug until I moved eastward. Thanks again …
I wish I would have recorded a few more things, but the class was so helpful. if you keep an eye on Chris's schedule, I know he went to north Georgia last year. I think he went to Georgia again this year but not sure where. he will be here in Utah again in the fall
@@FeathersOffroad I will have a look for his schedule. In the meantime I bought the adventure bike content from his site. Will probably do the same with the dirtbike content.
Great effort and really felt for you. It’s tough to stay focused when you’re tired and alway want one more go. The old adage, quit while you’re ahead is a good one. Bet you slept well!
I was on the other intermediate and advanced training in Richfied. Looks a little different but everything you said is true, thanks for sharing the video.
Daniel and I were on our 5th day when we hit the last trail you were on. I was beat from 4 days on my 1290SAR and rode my 500 on this trail. Great video!
@@johnhoward9198 We didnt have any 1290's in our class, kudos to you! There were two 1090's and I felt like they were doing pretty well considering the size.
Hi nice one. I can see you have tractionator failur messege on the screen. Did you do it on purpose? Did you remove rear ABS sensor? Or there is some better way to switch it off?
nice catch, it was actually a failure for the heated grips controller (HCU). The dealership had installed the grips themselves, but forgot to order the HCU so I had this lovely message for about two months until the HCU came in. Unrelated to TC/ABS however.
amazing video thanks so much for sharing - I have the same bike and I have watched Chris's wheelie videos but didn't have the confidence to try it alone but after seeing your video first person learnt heaps and could fully visualise your ride - I am fully revved up now to give it a good go and start practicing it. Were you in off-road mode with no abs and mic off for the wheelies?
@@sckennedy54 thanks for watching! I usually practice in rally mode, street throttle response, abs Offroad and traction control set to 1 (off). Be sure and cover the rear brake, but practicing the clutch move separate than the jump move really helps. these days I can keep the front wheel off the ground for 20 feet or so. I can jump good size logs. I don't think I will ever be as good as Chris but I got so much better after his clinic
Great video. Good job. I purchased Chris’s adventure class series. Learnt a lot from it. Hope to attend hood class one day in usa. What mount were you using for your phone on the gps mount? I have mine in the bar with ram mount but rather do it like you have yours. Thx
he is doing another USA series (just announced a couple weeks ago) This mount is actually my chest mount. I didnt like the chin mount or the handlebar mount because you cant really see the arms working the handlebars. Having said that, in one of the sections, the camera had tipped lower than i wanted, but didnt realize until way later.
I would love to one day participate in on of Chris's clinics. I am a newer rider and I have repeatedly been watching his videos to try and drive the concepts into me, ofcourse getting the in person feedback would be a massive help. Good riding on your part, not sure I could push myself through some of that stuff right now XD
The in person feedback was really a game changer. Ive been riding for a while and have watched both of his video series several times. The videos are great, but i think having him watch me live made such a difference.
Camera is a GoPro hero 9. at the class I was using a chest mount, since then I alternate between a chin mount and chest mount. for audio, the 890 engine is really loud, too loud for the chest mount. I end up doing a lot of voice over on my desktop. The audio on the chin mount is actually okay. this is the mount I use amzn.to/3s7XpLf
is there a website to purchase the videos from Chris? I have a 790R , it is in Colombia where I spend several months each year,, great riding in South America
What a great video series! Felt like I was learning part of the instruction along with you explaining it. Congrats on getting thru it. Are you riding a standard 890 or the R version?
This was a great video and preview of the class - I'd like to make the next one if he comes back. Can I ask how much offroad experience you have? Some of the trails look legitimately difficult.
Ive heard he has plans to come back next year. I dont feel like im that experienced, but maybe I am. Ive been riding street for maybe 10 years and dirt biking for 5 years. These days I ride more dirt than street, but I dont go crazy, dont go insanely fast. I found some of the class basic, and some challenging. Im sure its very challenging to build a class to cater to all skill levels, but it was really good.
@@FeathersOffroad nice. Thank you for the info! You have a bit more experience than me, but maybe I'll give it a go if he's back next year. Would be great to see Moab too.
damn id love to participate in something like that !!! my hats off !! those hills looked easy at first from that distance but up close narrow sandy and loose rocks = game changer on an adv bike
I think it would depend on the terrain. The forks are different on the Adventure R and the front fender on the normal adventure is pretty low, would be bad for mud terrain. But I have not ridden the normal adventure so im just guessing based on specs. Im sure for gravel roads they would perform the same
I took the advanced course. I talked to them about how they structure the courses and most of the content is the same but they move quicker in the advanced course. There was an optional group ride at the end that was not for beginners.
So if this is the "Advanced" class what does intermediate teach, keeping your feet on the pegs? Or does everyone just sign up for advanced and keep the whole group back? I'm all for education and self improvement but please learn the intermediate techniques in intermediate.
I asked Chris Birch and team about this down there. The said the hardest thing about doing these courses is that everyone thinks they are more skilled than they really are. I was thinking I'd take the intermediate class, but after talking some others I'm glad I didn't. Chris had one or two fellow instructors and it seemed like they would peel off with people that maybe weren't the same skill as the group. I felt that our class was pretty evenly matched. There were several people who opted not to join for the final advanced ride on the last day
People come from street bikes then buy an adventure bike and attempt to take it where dirt bikes are meant. There’s nothing wrong taking the big bikes there if you’ve already mastered a dirt bike in similar and much harder terrain. Techniques, muscle memory, balance, feathering the clutch, when to stand and so so many other things are needed to be proficient which is learned in technical dirt bike riding which takes years to master. My big regret is not learning on a trials bike first. That’s how Graham Jarvis, the Ninja master began.
i totally agree with you. I know a few guys who ride trials and i think the balance and control in that style of riding is so much of the core of what Chris taught. Watching him stand still on an 890 and then accelerate at a snails pace.. its not something you pick up in a weekend.
unfortunately it was just me recording. I would recommend checking out the videos Chris sells. He has multiple angles along with explanations. My few videos were more from a participant point of view.
Every clutch dump, every over heated engine, every crash, KTM reaps the parts profit. I thank the lord of dogs I have no desire to do this on my 890R. Just ride it for fun.
We talked about that and actually had a few 1090's in our class. His do-it-all bike is the 890 but if it's a long trip he'll take the 1290. I was having a challenge on the 890, I felt for those guys on the 1090's
Out of all the videos on TH-cam I cannot believe I found this in your other ones. This is the best videos I’ve ever seen lotta education a lot of real time practice being shown and I can’t find it anywhere else. This is really great thank you.
Thank you! Do check out Chris's videos if you havent. They are great.
100% goes to show that you can't rely on the 'tube algorithms to give you the content you need. I found this by searching withing Yt, " chris birch ktm 890 adventure r" and this was several lines down but the most informative of many many videos that i've watched.
Great video, thanks for comments during it, made some aspects clearer and I picked a thing or two on the techniques that I have missed before.
Glad it helped! thanks for watching
Thanks for sharing these videos. Your commentary helped a lot in learning just a bit of what you learned. I’m in KY and there just aren’t courses around here like these (that I’ve found anyway). Everything seems to be west of the Mississippi, unfortunately. I used to live in CO, so it’s a little unfortunate I didn’t get the adventure/dual sport bug until I moved eastward.
Thanks again …
I wish I would have recorded a few more things, but the class was so helpful. if you keep an eye on Chris's schedule, I know he went to north Georgia last year. I think he went to Georgia again this year but not sure where. he will be here in Utah again in the fall
@@FeathersOffroad I will have a look for his schedule. In the meantime I bought the adventure bike content from his site. Will probably do the same with the dirtbike content.
Thanks mate! Great video and comments. I really enjoyed it. All the best!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for sharing. I really liked the way you gave us your perspective on not just the training, but your learning. Good riding on your part.
Thanks! and thanks for watching
Great effort and really felt for you. It’s tough to stay focused when you’re tired and alway want one more go. The old adage, quit while you’re ahead is a good one. Bet you slept well!
100% passed out at the end of those two days
What a great experience, thank you for sharing
Thanks for watching, it was a blast.
Very interesting video. Thanks for making and sharing it with us
Glad you enjoyed it
I was on the other intermediate and advanced training in Richfied. Looks a little different but everything you said is true, thanks for sharing the video.
Thanks for watching, it was a fun few days.
@@FeathersOffroad I mean to say I “was” on the other training. Looks like you had as much fun as I did. Still haven’t put up my video. lol
Daniel and I were on our 5th day when we hit the last trail you were on. I was beat from 4 days on my 1290SAR and rode my 500 on this trail. Great video!
@@johnhoward9198 We didnt have any 1290's in our class, kudos to you! There were two 1090's and I felt like they were doing pretty well considering the size.
Thanks for sharing, such a great experience !!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hi nice one. I can see you have tractionator failur messege on the screen. Did you do it on purpose? Did you remove rear ABS sensor? Or there is some better way to switch it off?
nice catch, it was actually a failure for the heated grips controller (HCU). The dealership had installed the grips themselves, but forgot to order the HCU so I had this lovely message for about two months until the HCU came in. Unrelated to TC/ABS however.
amazing video thanks so much for sharing - I have the same bike and I have watched Chris's wheelie videos but didn't have the confidence to try it alone but after seeing your video first person learnt heaps and could fully visualise your ride - I am fully revved up now to give it a good go and start practicing it. Were you in off-road mode with no abs and mic off for the wheelies?
@@sckennedy54 thanks for watching! I usually practice in rally mode, street throttle response, abs Offroad and traction control set to 1 (off). Be sure and cover the rear brake, but practicing the clutch move separate than the jump move really helps.
these days I can keep the front wheel off the ground for 20 feet or so. I can jump good size logs. I don't think I will ever be as good as Chris but I got so much better after his clinic
Thanks again for posting this, such a cool experience and awesome to see your progress. Hope I can participate in something like this some day
Im sure it will be once in a lifetime for me. Zero regrets
at 8:39 two Eyes are looking .. Because of the name : Criss...I 'll not come , because some Zeelanders (not new...) built on Oak Tree Mt ....
Good riding and good to see the skill progression.
Thanks! Ive been working on my wheelies some more. Editing that video now
Great video. Good job. I purchased Chris’s adventure class series. Learnt a lot from it. Hope to attend hood class one day in usa.
What mount were you using for your phone on the gps mount? I have mine in the bar with ram mount but rather do it like you have yours. Thx
he is doing another USA series (just announced a couple weeks ago)
This mount is actually my chest mount. I didnt like the chin mount or the handlebar mount because you cant really see the arms working the handlebars. Having said that, in one of the sections, the camera had tipped lower than i wanted, but didnt realize until way later.
I would love to one day participate in on of Chris's clinics. I am a newer rider and I have repeatedly been watching his videos to try and drive the concepts into me, ofcourse getting the in person feedback would be a massive help. Good riding on your part, not sure I could push myself through some of that stuff right now XD
The in person feedback was really a game changer. Ive been riding for a while and have watched both of his video series several times. The videos are great, but i think having him watch me live made such a difference.
Great video. The 890 adventure ride mode and slip can make a huge difference from what I've noticed. Was there a recommended setting that day?
we were in rally mode, street throttle, and traction control set between 1-3. depending on the terrain
That looked like so much fun. That ah ha moment gets addicting.
If this snow would go away, I could get out for some more practice!
Amazing Video! What camera, mount and sound sistem are you using to capture all this?
Camera is a GoPro hero 9. at the class I was using a chest mount, since then I alternate between a chin mount and chest mount. for audio, the 890 engine is really loud, too loud for the chest mount. I end up doing a lot of voice over on my desktop. The audio on the chin mount is actually okay. this is the mount I use amzn.to/3s7XpLf
Loved being with you and your thoughts about that day!
*waves from KTMs home ;-)
You too!
is there a website to purchase the videos from Chris? I have a 790R , it is in Colombia where I spend several months each year,, great riding in South America
I should have included that in the description. He has two series, one for dirt bikes, one for adventure bikes
saynotoslow.nz/
@@FeathersOffroad if you ever want to ride in Colombia, I have a home near Cali, Colombia
Very well filmed and commented based on the various exercises and problems you were exposed to.
thank you!
What’s the difference between a great experience and a “super great experience”?
cool ride I on a crf
What a great video series! Felt like I was learning part of the instruction along with you explaining it. Congrats on getting thru it.
Are you riding a standard 890 or the R version?
thank you, nice! This is the 890 R version. I love it more every time i take it out.
This was a great video and preview of the class - I'd like to make the next one if he comes back. Can I ask how much offroad experience you have? Some of the trails look legitimately difficult.
Ive heard he has plans to come back next year. I dont feel like im that experienced, but maybe I am. Ive been riding street for maybe 10 years and dirt biking for 5 years. These days I ride more dirt than street, but I dont go crazy, dont go insanely fast. I found some of the class basic, and some challenging. Im sure its very challenging to build a class to cater to all skill levels, but it was really good.
@@FeathersOffroad nice. Thank you for the info! You have a bit more experience than me, but maybe I'll give it a go if he's back next year. Would be great to see Moab too.
he also had a beginner class. this was the advanced
damn id love to participate in something like that !!! my hats off !! those hills looked easy at first from that distance but up close narrow sandy and loose rocks = game changer on an adv bike
I heard he's going to be coming back because it was so successful. maybe you'll get your chance! thanks for watching!
@@FeathersOffroad wow ill watch thank you
That looks so fun!!
it was a blast!
Thanks a lot, Grate video!
Do you think that an 890 Adventure standard (not R) can perform the same way?
I think it would depend on the terrain. The forks are different on the Adventure R and the front fender on the normal adventure is pretty low, would be bad for mud terrain. But I have not ridden the normal adventure so im just guessing based on specs. Im sure for gravel roads they would perform the same
@@FeathersOffroad Thanks a lot for the reply! I’m in a big dilema! R or not R,… that’s the point!
Que suerte que oportunidad que maravilla 👏👏👏
thanks mate. watched the two parts and subed
thank you!
Looks like a great course with nice terrain. I don’t understand the difference between “super-nice terrain” and just ‘nice terrain’, but looks great.
Was this for the intermediate or advanced course?
I took the advanced course. I talked to them about how they structure the courses and most of the content is the same but they move quicker in the advanced course. There was an optional group ride at the end that was not for beginners.
What’s the cost to attend this course?
$1250 USD
Thanks for sharing!
You bet!
looks amazing, i wonder if one day he will visit England.👍👍
He was all over Europe before coming here. Im sure he will come there sometime.
So if this is the "Advanced" class what does intermediate teach, keeping your feet on the pegs? Or does everyone just sign up for advanced and keep the whole group back? I'm all for education and self improvement but please learn the intermediate techniques in intermediate.
I asked Chris Birch and team about this down there. The said the hardest thing about doing these courses is that everyone thinks they are more skilled than they really are.
I was thinking I'd take the intermediate class, but after talking some others I'm glad I didn't. Chris had one or two fellow instructors and it seemed like they would peel off with people that maybe weren't the same skill as the group. I felt that our class was pretty evenly matched. There were several people who opted not to join for the final advanced ride on the last day
Do you get shit for the Honda key ring on a KTM? 😂. I have the same one but I’m on an Africa Twin.
Happy to see y’all learning. Great training.
yes! I changed it right after this video
Love from India ❤️❤️
Realy tuff training, not easy 💪
It sure is
People come from street bikes then buy an adventure bike and attempt to take it where dirt bikes are meant.
There’s nothing wrong taking the big bikes there if you’ve already mastered a dirt bike in similar and much harder terrain. Techniques, muscle memory, balance, feathering the clutch, when to stand and so so many other things are needed to be proficient which is learned in technical dirt bike riding which takes years to master.
My big regret is not learning on a trials bike first. That’s how Graham Jarvis, the Ninja master began.
i totally agree with you. I know a few guys who ride trials and i think the balance and control in that style of riding is so much of the core of what Chris taught. Watching him stand still on an 890 and then accelerate at a snails pace.. its not something you pick up in a weekend.
This would have been so helpful if it wasn't 20 minutes of looking at your dash! Any chance you had a second more strategically placed camera?
unfortunately it was just me recording. I would recommend checking out the videos Chris sells. He has multiple angles along with explanations. My few videos were more from a participant point of view.
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Every clutch dump, every over heated engine, every crash, KTM reaps the parts profit.
I thank the lord of dogs I have no desire to do this on my 890R. Just ride it for fun.
isn't it great that we can each decide how to ride? I love riding my adventure bike offroad
I haven't seen Chris in a clinic before but I'd 150% pay for this tutelage but he totally should have been riding a 1290SAR. Just sayin.
We talked about that and actually had a few 1090's in our class. His do-it-all bike is the 890 but if it's a long trip he'll take the 1290. I was having a challenge on the 890, I felt for those guys on the 1090's
A lot to take in definitely