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Ive been thinking of doing some sort of advanced rider training for a while. My parents were wanting to know what to get me for xmas so thought it would be a perfect gift (keeps 'em happy too!).

So Ive been looking around on the net but would appreciate opinions on which course / company to go for...
I am happy to travel (anywhere within scotland) and would rather do it on my own bike. I am looking to improve my riding skill as I am not as confident as I would like, despite having been riding for 10 years. My current bike is my first sport bike and I would really like to corner better on it....

Opinions, good or bad appreciated
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Re: Advanced riding

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Keith Henderson at Ecosse Advanced Training seems to get some good reports.
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JTC wrote:Keith Henderson at Ecosse Advanced Training seems to get some good reports.
:stupid

Ecosse Advanced Training - 01224 716100 :2up
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:stupid

Keith Henderson is a cracking guy and manages to explain things so its crystal clear. :2up

Top bloke, but his jokes are p15h. ;)
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What they say, Keith is your man. :2up
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Thanks. :cheers

Will go with him then
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Keith is nicknamed 'sticky' - says it all really. I did about 9 hrs with him last year and about 6 this year. Really knows his stuff. he's no slouch out on the road with you either!

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RK6 wrote:
JTC wrote:Keith Henderson at Ecosse Advanced Training seems to get some good reports.
:stupid

Ecosse Advanced Training - 01224 716100 :2up
I'm back to blighty in two weeks, and (hopefully) the weather will allow a bimble or three.
I'm seriously seriously out of practise.

Monday 29th or Tuesday 30th I'd like to get out with Keith (I have not checked with him to find out if he's available yet)
anyone else fancy coming out?
Keith seems happy for a few guys to be out at the same time,
I need him to point out the ever expanding list of things I'm doing wrong but we could work it as a rideout west (ish) and indulge in butties / coffee / piss taking

post up if you are up for it.

If Keith is not available on those dates, I'll slide it to whenever he is.
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For Information to anyone interested:
Dates for BikeSafe Scotland (all Nelson Street based except the one marked Elgin)
April 11th & 18th, May 16th, June 6th, July 25th, August 8th (ELGIN), August 15th, September 5th
Any queries or further information, please contact pissy Neil Robertson at Road Safety Grampian (PM me for e-mail address)
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Yeah I've been looking into that bikesafe as well.
looks good, but can't confirm to a date at the moment.
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Bikesafe is a good starting point but is not a training course - only offers assessed rides with advice. No radios are used and limited learning time on the road. No time is spent on reading corners, positioning etc. because of limited time and lack of trained instructors (police) leading the ride outs.

However, mechanical and first aid in put is good.
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neo wrote: my jokes are NOT pi5h!
erm, oh yes they are . . . (or is panto season over? :confused )

possibly mid April if there is a slot in dates ?
anyone else for anymore?
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airwave wrote:
neo wrote: my jokes are NOT pi5h!
possibly mid April if there is a slot in dates ?
anyone else for anymore?
Yes, I'm up for this pretty much anytime after 16th April. :2up Does the guy charge per h,r per day whats the set up.
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I am still looking at doing this and would be up for a group session. However I am stuck in Tunisia for god knows how long so no idea of what dates would suit. If there is one going when I get back with spaces left I will see about coming along.
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I'd be up for some group lessons if theres anyone else going for it?
Been meaning to do it ever since passing 6 years ago
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ER5 wrote:I'd be up for some group lessons if theres anyone else going for it?
Been meaning to do it ever since passing 6 years ago
The most you would want are two pupils to one instructor.

Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian).
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I would be interested in this. As Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian) says, probably better only a couple at a time as he an only observe so many on a run. Has anyone enquired about prices and availability?
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tcat78 wrote:I would be interested in this. As Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian)(master of the emergency stop) says, probably better only a couple at a time as he an only observe so many on a run. Has anyone enquired about prices and availability?
I believe that Ratz is carrying out critiques of peoples riding for free at the moment! :log
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zx6r wrote:
tcat78 wrote:I would be interested in this. As Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian)(master of the emergency stop)(master of the emergency stop) says, probably better only a couple at a time as he an only observe so many on a run. Has anyone enquired about prices and availability?
I believe that Ratz is carrying out critiques of peoples riding for free at the moment! :log


:log :log :log
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tcat78 wrote:I would be interested in this. As Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian)(master of the emergency stop) says, probably better only a couple at a time as he an only observe so many on a run. Has anyone enquired about prices and availability?
It's been a few years since I did it, but Keith Henderson works in a two per session method and is very good :2up
Gonna give him a call about current prices and availability as I need a refresher :cool
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Zathos wrote:
tcat78 wrote:I would be interested in this. As Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian)(master of the emergency stop)(master of the emergency stop) says, probably better only a couple at a time as he an only observe so many on a run. Has anyone enquired about prices and availability?
It's been a few years since I did it, but Keith Henderson works in a two per session method and is very good :2up
Gonna give him a call about current prices and availability as I need a refresher :cool
Here you go ...

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Zathos wrote: I need a refresher :cool

what , finished all the pies :confused :biggrin2
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tcat78 wrote:I would be interested in this. As Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian)(master of the emergency stop) says, probably better only a couple at a time as he an only observe so many on a run. Has anyone enquired about prices and availability?
Keith works at around 25 pounds an hour. you will have to ask him to get exact prices
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Anyone up for a few hours training then? Im open for a few options with regards to timings, either evenings or weekends. Hopefully get someone with the same riding experiace as me(not much) so Im not holding anyone back!!
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I'd be up for a few hours training. I'm from Turriff, so not too far away. I've been riding for about 2 years (5k miles), but still consider myself a complete nubile. :log

Weekends or evenings would work for me, but would probably prefer a longer session at the weekend. (Couple of half days maybe?)
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