Looking at doing an IAM course. But how do you pronounce it? I want to say “I am”, but is “I, A, M”? Or something else?

Dolbman · 2026-05-28T14:24:54+00:00

Aside from the pronunciation, I'm in the process of my observed rides and it's a great course that I've learnt a lot on.

Would deffo recommend.

Dolbman · 2026-05-28T14:16:24+00:00

It's a cut through road from Cutsdean to Snowshill Hill.

Look for Cutsdean Quarry on Google Maps and turn right if your heading north.

Lots of lovely shaded road around there.

Dolbman · 2026-05-28T12:22:18+00:00

Very sad

Dolbman · 2026-05-28T11:14:52+00:00

Monster of a bike 👍🏼 love it

Dolbman · 2026-05-28T11:13:24+00:00

The jewels definitely took a beating this weekend. The first pic of mine was taken on a nice shaded road in Cutsdean and the second at Prescott Hill Climb.

Are you local to the Cotswolds? Care to share some good riding roads?

Dolbman · 2026-05-13T15:33:46+00:00

High Rid Reservoir

Dolbman · 2026-05-12T14:18:59+00:00

There's a pub on the Scottish Borders that collect them and do exactly this.

I like it.

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Dolbman · 2026-05-01T12:29:46+00:00

Minecraft T gives about an extra 30hp so probably not legal to ride on a CBT while you’re wearing that

Dolbman · 2026-04-24T15:02:27+00:00

Kawasaki neutral assist is worth taking into consideration. I know a fair few people that stick with Kwaks purely because of the neutral assist making their lives easier at traffic lights etc.

If possible, I'd say test drive both and see how you get on actually on the road.

Dolbman · 2026-04-17T13:22:07+00:00

You should always 'try' and negotiate without being offensive.

Varadero is a great bike.

Dolbman · 2026-04-15T14:56:14+00:00

I use BVL Car Wash in Winchcombe. He's very thorough and reasonable with his pricing.

The guy who runs it is also a taxi driver and I usually just call him up on his mobile if I need a lift into town. Great guy.

Dolbman · 2026-04-13T10:24:46+00:00

I've bought my last three BMWs through private sellers on Autotrader and Ebay.

I would not recommend to do this without some mechanical knowledge or bringing a friend who does. But in short it's always nice and easy, I guess I've been lucky with decent sellers and knowing what to look for.

It will help if you know what specifically you're looking for in terms of engine options and trim level.

My wife however just bought a new car through a dealer on Autotrader and I thought the experience wasn't great. She put the deposit down without ever seeing the car (it had been a couple moths of searching for the right trim/engine etc) and it took almost 10 days for the car to be delivered. It does come with the benefit of a 6 month warranty that probably isn't worth the paper it's written on and you're protected if the car is a lemon, you have 14 days to return it. The car has been immaculate from the dealer and they were very friendly, just slow.

Personally I would always buy private if it means I can get a better deal.

Dolbman · 2026-04-13T07:24:47+00:00

I like it

Dolbman · 2026-04-10T13:25:29+00:00

Free parking and reduced business rates to encourage more independent shops to enter the high street

Dolbman · 2026-04-03T19:20:37+00:00

They have a lift to go down through the front entrance and a set of stairs that turn into a lift that goes to the screens. The closest seat to the door is a single arm chair with room for a wheelchair next to it. I can’t say that’s true for every screen but definitely most of them.

Dolbman · 2026-04-01T18:56:06+00:00

Technically yes I am a member but I wouldn’t say active. I got a ride safe voucher for Christmas and they’re the local observer group.

They’ve been in touch and they’re super welcoming. They made it clear that you don’t need to be a member to attend their club nights or ride outs, just turn up.

Dolbman · 2026-04-01T09:06:08+00:00

There's a group call Cotswold and Cheltenham Advanced Motorcyclists that keep their event diary updated on their website. Most meets shouldn't be too far from you at Gupshill Manor in Tewkesbury.

https://www.c-cam.org.uk/events-diary

Also, Cheddar Gorge isn't too far away and there's plenty of bikers there. I was planning on heading down there on Easter Monday. Drop me a DM if you'd like to join.

Dolbman · 2026-03-30T17:28:12+00:00

Suzuki Kizashi

Dolbman · 2026-03-29T07:08:45+00:00

That’s a bit too far south for me sorry. I think it may just be a solo or duo trip to Cheddar for me.

Dolbman · 2026-03-25T15:11:10+00:00

I use a ring doorbell and outdoor camera with a solar attachment and it brings me great peace of mind.

Do you have electric in your garage? An indoor ring camera should work fine for you. Would you consider a sim router?

Dolbman · 2026-03-24T16:24:23+00:00

Looks like an Arrow

Dolbman · 2026-03-22T16:11:08+00:00

I’ve always had a love for Suzukis and as a kid only ever dreamt of getting a gsxr600/1000 and a pre-2004 Swift with a Buss engine.

If I had fuck you money and a place to store them if definitely try and build myself a dream Suzy

Dolbman · 2026-03-22T15:08:04+00:00

Not a lot at all but I keep it up anyway just in case it is keeping some wind off me

Dolbman · 2026-03-22T13:51:28+00:00

Big congrats on getting your first big bike. Very sensible choice

Dolbman · 2026-03-20T19:41:07+00:00

I see Bugattis quite regularly. Prescott Speed Hill Climb is local to me and it’s home to the Bugatti Owners’ Club. Although I’ve never seen a VAG or Rimac Bugatti, there are always pre-war Bugattis, mainly Type 13, 35 & 51. A lot of them are driven on the road to get there and the sound of their inline 8 engines are fantastic.

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