Chain Link BAM Newsletter Registered Charity no: 1118230 Affiliated to: The Institute of Advanced Motorists IAM Group Number 1258 Issue 40 Jul to Sep 2013 The Dorset Gang & Hosts Dorset Diary, Devil Worshippers & Events coming up Chain Link – Jul – Sep 13 Page 1 The Newsletter of BAM Registered Charity no: 1118230 Affiliated to: The Institute of Advanced Motorists IAM Group Number 1258 Issue 40 Jul to Sep 2013 www.bamo.org.uk The Riding Season is in full swing ! Dorset Daytrippers ☺ Page 2 Chain Link – Jul – Sep 13 Contents Jul – Sep 2013 Regular Features: Title page 1 Contents 3 Kipper’s Komments (Editor) 4 Club Nights 5 Super Sunday 6 - 9 Associate & Observer Passes 10 Treasure Trove 11 Shop Goodies 43 - 44 Ride Out Calendar 45 Special Items Coalpit Heath Reviews (Riches of your why) 11 Regional news 12 - 16 BAM Buddies – Lost & Founbd 17 Ride Reviews and Roadcraft, Amestry and Back 18 - 21 Ducati Day 22 - 23 Fathers Day ride out 24 - 26 Good and Bad of riding 27 - 31 Devil Wordshippers 32 - 38 Honey Cafe 39 - 42 World of Motorcycling 46 Kessi’s Kapers 48 - 49 BAM Roles & Contact points 47 B&B and Sponsors 50 - Chain Link – Jul – Sep 13 Page 3 Kipper’s Komments Martyn Rowbottom Phew, wish this weather would make its mind up, I’m running out of riding gear either too hot or too cold or too wet….it is summer isn’t it ? I have seen a few of you out and about on ride outs or the Dorset weekend away or helping out at events and what an array of bikes we have amongst us all which is great for anyone who is not sure what they fancy – just take a peak around a Super Sunday car park ! My poor Tallulah (bandit 650) has been in and out the garage as every time I go out something else goes wrong – nearly lost another tax disk as screw vibrated loose, then exhaust decided to split and the fix was so good it split again behind the fix, doh, and now in my wisdom a few years ago to put a radiator protector on the front of my bike – it was weakened the top of the radiator and now I get rather a lot of oil pouring out at me ….but at least I’m smoking !!! Coalpit Heath – we have had some great guest speakers lately so see the write ups further in this mag, keep the ideas coming please. Any chain link articles you would like published please email Martyn via [email protected] the deadline for submissions to be included in the next edition is: 20th September 2013 Ps: I know it’s not long since you’ve seen this one but with only one pair of hands and lots of other things going on as well I’m afraid you had to wait for this one ☺ Articles will be accepted in any format, preferably via an email with any photos of course. Ride Smart and Be Safe , S.M.A.K. I’ll be back for breakfast. Articles may also be published on the group’s website and in other IAM groups’ newsletters. The opinions expressed in this newsletter are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily form the views of myself, BAM or the IAM. Page 4 Chain Link – Jul – Sep 13 New Member/ Associate or heard about Super Sundays and want to know more about BAM? Are you a New Member or Associate and reading this for the first time? Have you picked this up in a local dealership, been handed a business card, and want to find out more about Bristol Advanced Motorcyclists ? We have a series of social evenings to welcome you to the group. Our aims are: • To give you the opportunity to ask questions on advanced riding techniques. • To take part in discussions with other people doing skill for life training, test your knowledge on fun quizzes, listen to guest speakers. • To meet and make friends in our group If you would just like to find out more about the group generally before joining as an associate, then feel free to come along and chat to any of the BAM members. We meet on 2nd Wednesday evening every month, starting @ 7:30pm Coalpit Heath Village Hall 214 Badminton road Bristol BS36 2QB Our next meeting dates are as follows: th Wednesday 14 Aug 13 Bloodhound SSC th Wednesday 11 Sept 13 Survival Skills th Wednesday 9 Oct 13 Riders for Health th Wednesday 13 Nov 13 th Wednesday 11 Dec 13 Quiz Night + Buffet Guest speakers – if you have any ideas for next year please contact Pete Michael who is helping co-ordinate these evenings. Look forward to seeing you there ! Chain Link – Jul – Sep 13 Page 5 These monthly turn up and get a free ride assessment have been working very well and the green team have everything well organised, even when Martyn’s car failed to start after loading with the BBQ tent and food – a rescue mission by Sue meant we still got there on time and able to feed everyone and no-one was any the wiser. Last month saw 7 new members take up skill for life so come along and see what it’s all about and have some fun along the way ☺ We always have a supply of goodies to buy and BAM kit to order Alternatively go to page 15 and see the rider days being offered by South Glos a day’s taster session before popping along to us. Page 6 Chain Link – Jul – Sep 13 Whether you want an assessed ride, a refresher ride for current members, or just to meet up with friends, then • Arrive and park up between 9-9:15am and register your name first • Grab a bacon butty and/or a cup of tea • Get allocated an Observer for your assessed ride and off you go…… • If not observing, then meet the examiner talks and other presentations are taking place at various events, so don’t miss out ! Super Sunday dates for the 2013 year ahead are: August 4 th November 3rd September 3 rd December 1 st October 6 th Go on – book it into your diary now ! We have a nice car park full of different bikes – marques, models, colours, engine size – so why not pop along and have a look for yourself. A BAM warm welcome to everyone who has been along to Super Sunday and signed up for their Skill for Life Course. Steve Buckley Janis Pasparne Wayland Coles Andy Robinson Tony Cox Tom Siwek Tom Davies Steve Smith Paul Evans Kelly Thomas Nigel Lewin Peter Vill Rachel Mahy Andy Williams David Mohan Steve Williams Chain Link – Jul – Sep 13 Page 7 Where is it ? King’s Oak Academy. Brook Road, (off Tennis Court Road), Warmley, Bristol BS15 4JT see: www.kingsoakacademy.org.uk When is it ? EVERY 1st Sunday of the month (excl Jan) Newbies to arrive between 9-9:15 am How much does it cost ? It’s FREE on your 1 st visit to a Super Sunday event. Just need a few hours of your time to come along and find out more and have a free review of your skills before committing to anything further. Under 30 ? - We have spaces available sponsored by South Glos Road Safety Partnership so you get a refund of the Skill for life with a successful pass ☺ Want to split the payments? No problem, we can spread payments via direct debit if that suits your situation. Benefits of investing in a Skill for Life ? Fun, arrive with a smile, no head butting your pillion, cornering becomes a breeze rather than a struggle to get round, ever hit every red traffic light on your way to work ? SFL can help you plan to try and arrive when they are green ☺ The IAM Skill for Life package contains everything you need to get your riding skills up to speed. • An initial assessment with an IAM Observer from Bristol IAM group • As many rides as required to get you to 'test ready' standard (typically 6 to 8 rides) • The definitive guide to advanced riding techniques 'How to be a better rider' • Membership of our local IAM bike group, with invitations to group events • Full preparation for your Advanced Riding Test • Your Advanced Riding Test undertaken with a qualified examiner • An IAM Advanced Riding Certificate on passing the test • 12-month membership of the national IAM, which includes: Our award winning membership magazine 'Advanced Driving' Access to a host of membership benefits, privileges and discounts Special insurance discounts and policy cover once you have passed Access to the members-only area of the IAM website (for special events, services and member offers) PLUS every Skill for Life course now comes with 12 months FREE RAC roadside and recovery cover (£106 RRP) so there has never been a better time to become a better rider! Page 8 Chain Link – Jul – Sep 13 Skill for Life isn’t restricted to 2 wheels, so if you would like to advance your skills when driving a car please contact our colleagues in the Bristol Advanced Car Group http://www.iam-bristol.org.uk/ Price same as for two wheels @ £139 The Skill for Life courses each consist of 3 seminar sessions that are held at the well equipped and easily accessible BAWA Leisure club Centre in Filton. THE 3 SEMINAR SESSIONS These are held at the well-equipped and easily accessible BAWA Centre in Filton.