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Welcome to
KAMG eNews
News & events from Kent Advanced Motorcyclists Group
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KAMG Group Night
Thursday 30th June, 19:00 at the Kentagon, Brands Hatch
Catch up with old friends and make new ones
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There will be a talk by Mark Jaffe from Footscray-based Phoenix Rider Training. If you would like to eat at the Kentagon on the evening, this month’s meal is scampi, chips and salad for £10.50 - please contact Tina Underwood or Simon Adamson as meals need to be pre-booked. Bar and refreshments are available. Non-member guests are of course welcome as always. Starts from 7.00pm.
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The KAMG Welcome Table
Do you sometimes feel a bit of an ‘outsider’ at Group nights, especially if there’s no-one you recognise when you get there? Whether you're a newcomer or you’ve been a member for years, join Matt Pounds and Paul Chambers at the Welcome Table - at the back of the room with a red table cloth. Come and say hi and stay for a chat.
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Preparing a motorcycle for a track day
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Filtering in Europe
Last month we looked at the art of filtering, or lane-splitting, through traffic. But if you're riding in Europe, laws can be different. Click here to learn more.
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Coming soon... motorcycle safety parachutes?
Riders have had leather, body armour and airbags to protect themselves in the event of an 'off'. We could soon see safety parachutes for motorcyclists. Click here for more.
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Electric bike grants
Despite the Government axing the Plug-In grant for electric cars, it is still available for electric scooters and motorcycles. Buyers can get a contribution of up to £500 towards the cost of an electric motorcycle. Click here for more details.
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Group training run
Newlands Corner: Sunday 30th June
Meet at Leybourne 08:45. For Full Members and Associates. In groups of four riders with an Observer either leading or tail-ending. Ride led by Nev Smith. Book on KAMG Tracker.
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Bespoke leathers
BKS Made To Measure Ltd (not BKS by J&S) have been making high-end bespoke leathers for decades. BikeSocial filmed an engrossing half-hour video about what drives them, their attention to detail and processes - grab a cup of tea and a Hob-Knob and watch here.
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Machine Control Day
Saturday 30th July at Ebbsfleet International. Practice slow riding skills and machine control in a safe environment. Non-members, associates and full members are all welcome. Free to KAMG members, and we ask for a donation of £10 from non-members towards costs. Members can register on Tracker. Non-members, please email Paul Aspinall, on paul.ridekamg@gmail.com
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KAMG IAM success
Congratulations to Terry Merry on successfully completing his IAM Roadsmart Advanced Rider training program, culminating in passing the Advanced (Green Badge) Test. Congratulations also to Terry's Observe, Andrew Barnes. Terry will be presented his Pass Certificate at the Group Night on Thursday 30th June.
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BBQ tickets now available
BBQ tickets for our Group Night on Thursday 28th July are now available at £14.00 per head. Please contact Tina Underwood or Simon Adamson to book. Non-member guests are welcome.
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Bikes and bits for sale!
Advertise your motorcycle, clothing and accessories on the KAMG web site. We're looking to build a ‘For Sale & Wanted’ page for KAMG members to advertise motorcycles, clothing and accessories for a voluntary donation to KAMG. As a guide, we would suggest around 10% of the selling price (less for high value items), but members may choose how much they can afford to donate. Email details of your stuff to niels@powdermillstudio.co.uk and we'll do the rest!
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Mental health
Covid and lockdown has affected the nation's mental health greatly over the last year. Mental Health Motorbike exists to provide support and to grow the greater wellbeing of the motorbike community. MHM hope to be a full UK registered charity later this year. Read more here. |
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Keep in touch
KAMG WEB SITE
HOME PAGE: www.kamg.org.uk
LATEST NEWS AND EVENTS: www.kamg.org.uk/kamg-news-and-events
An increasing amount of club information is circulated via the KAMG social media accounts - particularly Facebook, but also Twitter and WhatsApp.
FACEBOOK
KAMG members-only group (you'll need to your membership number to register) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheKAMG
KAMG public group (anyone can join) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/519645795146557
TWITTER
https://twitter.com/KamgKent
WHATSAPP
To join KAMG on WhatsApp, please post your request on the KAMG Facebook page or contact one of the following KAMG WhatsApp Admins to get access to the group:
Chris Bennett - 07971 720736
Martin Cargill - 07766 206602
Paul Aspinall - 07912 659431
INSTAGRAM
https://www.instagram.com/kamg_kent/
If there are any users in the Group wanting to add posts on behalf of KAMG who use Instagram or Twitter, please contact Tony Young and help build up our presence on these social platforms. Click here to email Tony.
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KAMG needs YOU
We are always looking for fresh input. Currently we are particularly looking for help with Green Badge Holders and Observers to help plan and run KAMG social and training runs when they resume.
Please contact Tina Underwood or Joe Mair if you can help.
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Contribute
The editors of Riders magazine and e-News are always looking for 'stuff' to fill our pages. We want to hear about your days out, reviews, tips and motorcycle related activities so we can let others know. And if you are organising an activity and want it publicised, please email the KAMG web site and e-News editor: niels@powdermillstudio.co.uk
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PLEASE STAY SUBSCRIBED
Of course everyone has the right to unsubscribe from emailed newsletters. However, KAMG will be using eNews to stay in touch in order to keep members informed of KAMG news, rides, events and offers. If you unsubscribe you may miss out on an important line of communication. KAMG will only send out occasional emails and will never pass on your details.
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Please note that the views expressed in this newsletter or in any linked articles or web pages may not be the official views of the KAMG or of the IAM.
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