RAWHYDE Moto Adventures
Official BMW ADV Motorcycle Training Academy
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RawHyde Moto Adventures
Rawhyde Moto Adventures is the official BMW off-road motorcycle training academy in the United States, offering multi-level ADV riding programs, guided tours, and private coaching at facilities in Castaic, California and Guffey, Colorado. Founded in 2003, Rawhyde trains riders of all experience levels on purpose-built and natural terrain using USMCA-certified coaches, with all training weekends fully immersive and all-inclusive - accommodations, meals, and open bar on site. What sets Rawhyde apart is the combination of the most credentialed instruction in the ADV industry, real off-road terrain that builds skills no pavement-based course can replicate, and a community-driven experience that riders return to year after year.
Training in
California
TRAINING IN CALIFORNIA
Since 2003 Rawhyde has been providing rider training classes at its 2500 acre California facility.
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Colorado
TRAINING IN COLORADO
High altitude adventure riding programs with professional instructors.
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Events
RAWHYDE EVENTS
Join exclusive Rawhyde events including camps, rides and workshops.
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Tours
RAWHYDE TOURS
Epic motorcycle tours guided by experts across breathtaking terrains.
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At RAWHYDE, our motorcycle training courses are built around one defining principle: off-road riding creates better motorcycle riders. While many programs focus on parking-lot drills and basic rider course formats, we immerse riders in real-world terrain where balance, traction control, line selection, and situational awareness are constantly challenged. The result is a more confident, capable rider both on and off the pavement.
Riders often arrive after completing a motorcycle safety foundation program or earning their motorcycle endorsement. They understand the basics. They can operate the motorcycle. But real riding skills are developed when conditions are unpredictable. Our training emphasizes off-road, elevation, camber, and terrain that demand focus and control.
Adventure begins
where the pavement ends
Adventure riding begins where the pavement ends. Beyond the paved roads lies the vast majority of the planet - more than 95% of the world's roads are unpaved. If you never leave the asphalt, you are experiencing only a small fraction of what motorcycle riding has to offer.
RAWHYDE Moto Adventures exists to unlock the rest. Whether you are new to adventure riding or a seasoned veteran, our training programs, training tours, and special events are designed to build skill, confidence, and capability while delivering an authentic, unforgettable adventure.
Why Rawhyde?
Shop our new merch
From t-shirts and hoodies to stickers, patches, coffee mugs, and more, the shop offers a fun way to bring a piece of the Rawhyde experience home. Whether you’re looking to rep the brand on the trail or grab a keepsake from your adventure, the merch store has something for every rider.
Reviews from our riders
Jeff Camacho
"I was lucky enough to work with this amazing team." It was a great event. So many talented riders from all over the US came to RawHyde Adventures fo...
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Daniel Schneider
"I'll be back!" Thank you all for the awesome Intro Course last weekend. Great bunch of instructors and staff. I'll be back! I also want to thank you...
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David Haydock | Cambria, CA
"BMW motorcycles and Rawhyde go hand in hand!" Anyone that asks about my bike or talks about getting an adventure bike, I say two things... Get a BMW...
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Mats Ceder | Chicago, IL
"Show up Friday, put away my car keys and my wallet, and enjoy the weekend!" I have attended several training classes and events at RawHyde. It remin...
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Bill Bergman
"Simply the best experience thus far on my bike." RAWHYDE Off Road... Simply the best experience thus far on my bike. Why? Here are a few reasons. ...
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Kimiko Krekel | Austin, TX
"I truly enjoyed being off road and felt the confidence I had been missing. What an amazing experience!" I came into the Rawhyde training with a bi...
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Tony Goble | Tracy, CA
"The time with Rawhyde exceeded our expectations! " Rawhyde is a wonderful place to begin, or advance your adventure riding skills! The instructors a...
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Gideon Weinberger
"I had an absolute blast!" I had an absolute blast! I wish I had known how much fun this would be years ago. The scenery was breathtaking, the bikes ...
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Gary Isaac
"Great places to ride and train" Jim, It was a wonderful class, It was fun, helpful and challenging at the same time. I had an absolute blast. I tol...
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Nigel Thompson | Aspen, CO
"Best Day Ever on a Motorcycle!" We had an amazing Next-Step (level 2 training group) thi, nobody was the best, nobody was the worst. Everybody rocke...
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