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Riding Tutors

In an effort to make the whole process of training as easy as possible we aim to give you as much information as possible. This is your chance to see who our observers and also a little bit about them. We are a friendly bunch and look forward to training you.

Lilian Hobbs (Chief Tutor) Lilian is a relative newcomer to the world of motorcycling passing her test in 2007. Shortly afterwards she passed the IAM test and was then introduced to motorcycle touring. Lilian holds the RoSPA Diploma, is an IAM National Observer and also tutors on the IAM Skills Days at Thruxton. She rides either a BMW 650GS, a 1200GS or a K1300R and when not tutoring enjoys touring on her BMW. Past trips include 18,500 miles around North America, riding over the Indian Himalayas, Ushuaia in South America, New Zealand and the North Cape in Norway.

Andy Anderson Andy is a Fareham local, has been riding since 1976, holds a Gold Grade Pass with taking a keen involvement with road safety since 1978, was a volunteer for the RAC / ACU training scheme (at RNAD Fleetlands) from 1978 to 1983 being an Instructor and then Chief Instructor. Passed his IAM motorcycle test in 1979 and is an approved IMI IAM National Senior Observer for the IAM attached to Solent Advanced Motorcyclists. In October 2014 he attained the RoSPA National Diploma in Advanced Riding Instruction, November 2014 achieved an IAM Masters. Bikes GT 750 (Kettle), Harley Davidson Super Glide (Big Boy) and current day bike a R1200 GS Adventure (aka thehappybiker).

Carl Calvert Carl passed his 'bike licence in 1963 having attended the 3 months RAC/ACU rider's scheme. A BSA 250cc C15 gave way to a couple of BSA bikes and then an MZ 250cc which he had for many years. The 'bike just worked. A first BMW r60/6 was bought in 1999 and since then he has ridden BMWs (they too, just work). He started Advanced training in 2002 and gained Gold and then The Advanced Diploma. If he has a mantra: it's 'knowing why you are in that part of the road, doing that speed?'.

Kevin Coleman Kev started riding in 1992, at 16, and has been on two wheels since. Most of his riding is for social reasons, running up over 20,000 last year, with the odd commute. His current bike is a BMW K1300R. In 2012, Kev joined the IAM and in the following year joined RoSPA, where he gained a Gold Grade Pass. As a motorcyclist, he feels that there is always something more to learn.

Stuart Dorey Stuart holds a ROSPA Gold Grade Pass in motorcycling. He has been riding motorcycles for about 12 years and this has become his favoured mode of transport both socially and for work Stuart has also been Observer for the IAM for the last 2 years. He rides a BMW R12200GS Adventure.

Bill Gibbs Bill holds a gold pass for car and bike. He also has test passes for both vehicles with the IAM and is currently one of their bike observers. His present bike is a BMW R1200RT on which he tours in the UK and abroad.

Vince Hall I've been riding motorcycles since I was 15 and passed my test on a 250 two stroke which gives you an idea of my age. Rospa Gold pass in 2009 and continuing the theme with 3 yearly re-tests. Also an IAM green badge holder since 1994, Solent Adavanced Motorcylists Advanced Plus (1st) and an IAM Masters certificate holder. A National Observer for the IAM and Tutor for ROSPA keep me on my toes and on the bike. If it's dry and warm you meet me on my S1000R, cold and wet I'll be on the old workhorse Pan ST1300. Either way it'll be an enjoyable ride.

Martin Thomas Martin came back to biking after a 40 year break 8 years ago.  He is an IAM National Observer and holds a RoSPA Gold grade pass in motorcycling.  His current bike is a BMW RT which he uses for 'observing', touring and for business trips..

Keiron Parsons Keiron holds a Gold Grade Pass in both motorcycling and car driving. He is an Advanced Tutor and a RoSPA Diploma holder. He has been riding on two wheels since the 1970s and whilst in the police served as a Traffic Patrol Officer attaining a Police Class 1 Advanced in both motorcycle and car. Keiron is also a National Senior Observer for the IAM where he again holds Advanced Grades in both motorcycle and car and achieved an IAM Masters, with Distinction, in 2012. He is skilled in VIP escort and defensive driving techniques. He currently rides a Honda Pan European ST1300