How Off-road Skills Make You a Better Street Rider - Yamaha New Riders Dirt Edition | Episode 4

Off-road riding isn’t just about dirt, mud, and trails — it’s the ultimate training ground for becoming a smoother, quicker, and safer rider on the street. 🏍️

In this video, we show how skills learned in the dirt — from body position and throttle control to braking finesse and line selection — translate directly to safer, more confident street riding. By pushing past the limits of traction off-road, you’ll return to pavement calmer, more in control, and ready to handle whatever the road throws at you.

👉 What you’ll learn:
Riding with little to no grip (and staying calm when the bike slides)
Mastering balance, body position, and weight transfer
Throttle, clutch, and brake control under pressure
Reading terrain and picking better lines — on and off the road
Why dirt riding makes you a more confident street rider

Think of off-road as finishing school for motorcyclists: it humbles you, teaches you faster, and ultimately makes you a better rider everywhere.

Thanks to Yamaha Motor Corporation USA for sponsoring this video. Learn more at www.yamahamotorsports.com

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