7 Days on a Dirt Bike Changed How I Ride ADV Bikes

7 days on a dirt bike completely changed how I ride my ADV bike.
This is my 7-day progress update from the ADV Rider Dirt Bike Challenge: 30 Days of Dirt, where I’m riding a dirt bike every day for a month to see if it makes me a better adventure rider.

✅ Here’s what I cover in this update:

My biggest struggles during Week 1 (spoiler: clutch control!)

The top 3 things I’ve learned so far

How single-track practice improves confidence on a big ADV bike

Unexpected takeaways about fitness, body position, and mental game

Why dirt bikes are the ultimate training tool for ADV riders

If you’ve ever wondered whether riding a dirt bike could make you a better adventure rider, this video will give you the real-world answer.

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