Posted by - November 3, 2011

Just a reminder that our next club meeting (Monday 21st November) is also the date for our auction night! So have a look through your garage or the backs of your wardrobe and see what may be lerking there that you have forgotten about and maybe able to sell on to a new owner. Anything considered 

Posted by - July 21, 2011

The I.A.M. is to re-introduce slow riding manoeuvers as part of the Advanced Motorcycle test. Any tests that are conducted from now on will incorporate a slow manoeure exercise, usually consisting of a figure of "8" plus a slow roll to a stop.

both observers and associates are urged to-practice these exercises in order to reach the required standard

Posted by - July 6, 2011

Amazing. I’m blown away by the commitment that the volunteers put into this event. A very big THANK YOU to you all for making this event one of the most popular and enjoyable events that HERAM has staged.

A 24 hour period which, by being blessed by hot sunshine during the daylight hours and a calm warmish evening without rain was the most perfect conditions in which to attempt this challenge of 1,500 miles.

Yes we did it!

One memory that will stick in my mind is, riding my motorcycle and watching the sun rise to a new dawn. From dark, drab and eerie empty motorway to full colour inviting road. Having to dodge drunks walking home along the Clive Sullivan Way, a pair of opened step ladders in the nearside verge/lane, suicidal young rabbits, cars with no lights on at night, inconsiderate car drivers on the roundabout, and many more tales of woe from the volunteers on their allocated time slots, it’s amazing just what can happen in 24 hours on one stretch of Britain’s roads. The mind boggles at the thought of what goes on in the rest of the road network! Riding at high speed for 2 hours is not ‘easy’ as some would think. The very high level of concentration involved and the need to scan that much further ahead is paramount. With vibration and wind noise significantly increased, fatigue sets in much sooner and with a tired rider; all are a recipe for reduced safety.

I would like to thank Jason the Manager of the Shell service station at Beacon Service Area on the A63 for allowing us to be based in the lorry park for this event. (Ideal location for low speed manoeuvring).

Once again folks, Thankyou, it was a pleasure meeting you all and certainly helped to pass the hours away with excellent company.

Steve Saul.

Posted by HERAM Member - April 1, 2011

Hi folks, Things are moving at a pace now, with the chosen benefiting charity chosen, ie Cancer Research. This charity envelops all cancer related problems and is one of the best recognised and respected in Britain. The 'baton' high viz vests have been produced and look splendid in their pink day glo colour, with the IAM logo and 'Hull and East Riding Group' emblazoned on the back. These are XXXL size, no disrespect guys and gals, just makes it easier to put on and take off with all your motorcycle gear. Saves time at handover point, and besides you may get to like the pink colour! I have a list of 18 willing volunteers at the moment, all of which have kindly offered to take part. These include Senior Observers, Observers and Associates. I'm sure there may be more people in the club who would like to take part or perhaps just show your support by turning up on the day and being a support rider or have a chat and a coffee. It is hoped that the sponsorship forms will be available in the April HERAM magazine (hard copies) or can be downloaded from the HERAM website. At this point I would like to thank all those who have helped thus far. Your enthusiasm and help are greatly appreciated, thankyou. If you wish to take part please see me at a Club night or ring me on 01482 711914 or e-mail on saul@saul.karoo.co.uk

Posted by HERAM Member - March 9, 2011

Club Membership Renewal 2011/2012 It is that time again and I have to remind you that subs are due from the 31st March for the following year. At £15, some would say it is a bargain, when you consider what is on offer: Entertaining meetings and interesting social rides. Opportunity to discuss safe riding techniques and have your riding reassessed to ensure that you are maintaining the standard you set when you passed your test. An informative magazine and website. But, most of all, the friendship and acquaintance of other bikers. Membership renewal forms have been sent to all current full members, either by email or by post, but if you have any problems with the form please contact me. We would also be pleased to hear from any past members considering rejoining. Don't forget we can offer you a check ride to assess your current riding. Safe riding, Steve Walters Membership Secretary

Posted by HERAM Member - January 18, 2011

Posted by HERAM Member - November 21, 2010

Track Day Diary –Part 2.

Since my last ramblings in the magazine my life as a newbie track day addict has moved on further with some new developments to share. I mentioned previously that I had two more days booked with my trusty FZR400 and both were memorable for very different reasons. The first day was a lovely late summer day with glorious sunshine and warmth. The day went off an absolute treat with a dry warm track with lots of rubber on it from the British Superbike round held the day before. It made for a super sticky track and I set my best ever lap time getting down into the mid 1 minute 50's. I know, that's still not setting the world on fire but on checking lots of websites for club race meeting results it would be respectable in the 400cc classes which I think is OK for my first year.

The second day was sponsored by Noah I think! The weather was atrocious with rain coming down so hard it hit you on the way back up again, not pleasant at all but being an IAM member I reckoned it would be a good test of my bike, throttle and brake control. I started in the novice group but having lapped everyone on track during the first session including a number of instructors I was approached by the marshals and was asked to move up to the fast group. I thought they were mad but gave it a go and found that during every subsequent session I was yet again the fastest bike on track in the wet, I ask you, on a 400 as well but sure enough it was true. I had come of age!

Following on from these fantastic days I am now settling into intermediates and got myself in trouble with she who must be obeyed. I bought a full on old race prepared Honda CBR600 and now have three bikes in the garage. I thought about trying to sneak it in the garage but it's a bit too big to hide in the corner and it would have been a right palaver to sneak it in under my jacket so I admitted that wives are far better than husbands, did some serious creeping and just about got away with my sin! I have managed only one track day with the bigger bike so far and I think it will take some adjusting to, due to the massive extra amount of power, the tuning work, the gearing etc which makes a race prepared bike a completely different proposition which again will take time to learn. I simply took it very steady to get the feel of the bike and found at the end of the day I was 10 seconds a lap slower than on the 400. Yep, still a lot to learn but I'm amazed by the straight line speed difference so when next season comes around I will have plenty of learning to do again, however this time in a group higher. I intend to do a day's training at the Ron Haslam race school at Silverstone in the spring and will then push the 600 for a good laptime........boy this is addictive!

Posted by HERAM Member - November 9, 2010

The Amateur Motor Cycle Association (AMCA) have been given permission by the East Lindsey District
Council to run Skegness' first ever motocross beach race on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 December this
year. The impressive mile long stretch of sandy coastline is the perfect place for such competition with
the dates being chosen to coincide with favourable tidal conditions to give riders as long as possible
racing on this impeccable beach. The Beach race will be run over two days, set up and take down will
be required in the 4 days prior to the event and on the Monday following it. A maximum number of 440
riders will take part including classes for youth riders from 9 years old and also for sidecars and quad
bikes, making spectator viewing varied and exciting.
5 hours of exciting racing on both Saturday and Sunday. ENTRY IS FREE TO SPECTATORS
Printed race programme available to purchase on either day to include rider details, race schedule,
editorial etc. at a cost of £3. The event is sponsored by the Skegness, East Coast & Wolds Hospitality
Association or SECWHA for short.
Earth moving equipment will be brought onto the beach during the week leading up to the event and
a lengthy circuit built to include some impressive mounds, jumps, waves, whoops, chicanes and fast
natural sandy straights! The Eastern Coast line is not new to the motocross beach race scene with local
town Mablethorpe having had popular beach races on their beach for many years! It is hoped that as
well as providing a first class event for riders and spectators, it will also generate welcome business for
the seaside resort out of season. The AMCA have been working closely with East Lindsey District Council
and the East Lindsey Event Safety Advisory Group to ensure that this event can be held in a manner
that compliments the town, supports local residents and brings people to Skegness during the closed
season in a safe and responsible manner.
Saturday Timetable: 10.30am-11.30am Kids 85cc/150Fcc (9-15yrs); 12noon-1.30pm MX2 Youth (18 &
Under); 2.00pm-3.30pm Quads & Sidecars.
Sunday Timetable: 12noon-3.00pm Adult Solo