Initial membership is as an Associate Member (the only prerequisite to joining is a full motorcycle licence and a road-legal motorcycle capable of attaining and maintaining the national speed limit). Full Member status is attained when you pass the IAM RoadSmart Advanced Rider test, i.e. you achieve the main aim of the Club's foundation.
By joining the Club you are also signing up for a course of preparation under IAM RoadSmart's Advanced Rider Course package, which starts with the "Introduction To Advanced Motorcycling", or ITAM. You are undertaking a commitment which is ultimately for your own benefit. You will be expected to make every effort to become a Full Member, and every assistance and encouragement is offered to enable you to achieve this.
It doesn't matter what you ride or how old you are, EKAM welcomes all biking enthusiasts. It's easy to join - just follow one of the following options:-
- Come along to a club night and ask for the Membership Secretary.
- Contact the Membership Secretary direct by
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . - Enrol on the Advanced Rider Course on-line at the IAM RoadSmart website but please quote "Group Number 2206" when asked for your preferred club details.
- Visit any IAM RoadSmart stand at many motoring events.
For further information on gaining your Advanced Motorcyclist qualification follow the "Advanced" link from the main menu.
How Much Does It Cost?
The full IAMRoadSmart Advanced Rider Course provides everything that the potential Advanced Motorcyclist will need to achieve his or her goal. The package provides:-
- EKAM associate membership (six months minimum)
- IAM RoadSmart membership (12 months)
- The IAM RoadSmart test fee
- The Advanced Rider Course handbook
- "RoadSmart" the IAM RoadSmart tri-annual magazine
- The half-day "Introduction to Advanced Motorcycling" classroom session
- A half-day "Slow Riding Control Skills Course"
All for just £175.00
(£215.00 from 2nd April 2024)
The only extra cost is a contribution (currently £15.00 per Observed Ride) to cover the Observers’ use of their own motorcycles for Observed Rides, payable to the Observer on the day. The Observers give their time and experience freely.
Renewing your EKAM Membership
EKAM membership should be renewed annually by 1st March. Please see the separate menu item under THE CLUB menu. IAM RoadSmart membership must also be renewed annually on its due date, but that is up to the member to arrange with IAM RoadSmart. Membership of IAM RoadSmart is a prerequisite of membership of EKAM while under training.