Incredible Beginner Skills on a Harley Davidson Pan America!

"I finished the first 3 sections (including expert section of the Wyoming BDR! Your training was super valuable giving me the confidence to tackle some pretty challenging terrain (including water crossings, rocky hill climbs and deep sand!" 

Brian E. - Yamaha Tenere 700 

Scott came to class on a Harley Davidson 1250 Pan America after many years riding street bikes.  Here he is on the second day of class mastering the 550 pound beast on narrow, cambered terrain.

Great work, Scott!  

With Eric's coaching, learning good habits, mindset and skills you can also become a smooth, more confident and versatile rider!  

Chuck Townsend Photography

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 "I had a very positive experience with Eric and my two days of lessons. It was a perfect balance of drills that were both humbling and confidence building. There were moments when I was very frustrated with my struggles followed by moments of relief and confidence. He was very good at perceiving my condition and tailoring the drills and activities appropriately. YouTube instructional videos are only so helpful since they can’t give you feedback, that feedback was crucial to helping me learn how to handle my bike better. I now feel like I have a foundation of somewhat rudimentary skills that I know how to build on to become a more balanced, safe and proficient rider on just about any kind of trail.  I am looking forward to further instruction down the road!" 

 Ben H. - Aprilia Toureg 660

 "My wife and I had a great time with Eric during our level one off road training. We learned a lot! My wife is a new rider and with Eric’s help she gained more confidence and skills. Highly recommend Eric for beginner, intermediate and advanced skills training."

Shane M. - BMW 310GS

Anna M. - Enfield Himalayan 410 

 "I had a fantastic first lesson with Dual Sport Essentials.  There is nothing better than a one on one or very small group.  Eric takes the time to cater his instruction to not only your level of riding, but your learning style, too.  He checks in often with the pace and style of class so you can cater the day to your needs.  Very encouraging and supportive, and explains things very well.  He also has some great spots to teach, and no one has more passion about riding than him!  Looking forward to more classes and riding with Eric!" 

Michelle W. - Yamaha XT250 

 "Big shout out to Eric and Dual Sport Essentials for helping me become a better rider.  I’ve been off a bike for a long time and Eric helped me gain the skills I needed to be more confident and ride smoother.   I would recommend him to anyone for upping your riding ability."  Thanks Eric! 

Doug M. - KTM 300XC

 "Eric was a big part of getting me back into riding.  I had the chance to ride with him several days early on.  I learned a lot when riding with him.  I've have gained a great deal of knowledge from him over the years about selecting a bike and about riding in Colorado.  Best of all, I gained a real friend at the same time.  I hope to ride again with him again soon!" 

Glenn M. - Honda XR400

 Eric helped design and teach the first ever off road riding skills program for the 4th Infantry Division of soldiers from Fort Carson Army base.  Here is Eric with SSGT Reed accepting his award. 

Eric Melvin & Dual Sport Essentials letter of recommendation for his work with the 4th Infantry Division soldiers off road riders training program.  

Ask not "Is this ride big bike friendly"

Ask yourself "Are you ready for a big bike?" Eric coaching Jeff, a rider on a BMW 1200GS on ravine climbs and descents.    

Eric's passion is educating, inspiring, leading and training riders of all ages, on all bike sizes and brands.