I would just like to share something a year since I've completed this test as an update. I want to hand back my first, shred the certificate and retract my title as an 'advanced rider'. I simply don't want it. I embarked on this IAM journey to try and encourage younger riders to take up training that might hopefully save their life. Whilst I enjoyed the training and the test itself, whether or not you think I deserved the first/pass - it's irrelevant to me. The outcome could have been a fail, and that's fine. I would have shared it anyway because my channel is about reality, not curated perfection. I am not driven by the ego side of being an 'advanced rider' with a holier than thou attitude. I just wanted to maybe learn something useful... pass or fail. The abuse... from... OTHER advanced riders... mainly National Observers has been frequent and condescending since I posted my test online. I honestly wish I'd never bothered. For all the effort that went into the filming and editing and subtitling all the episodes, it was not worth it for it all to be undone by this unpleasant and very vocal boys brigade. I say that because if I was considering doing IAM as a random person and came across the nasty comments that I've faced since doing the test... It would put me right off wanting to get involved. I often wonder if they give the wheeliers, the reckless riders and the speeders of RUclips the same energy? Hmmm, who knows. Thanks for listening to my TED TALK 🤣
I can't help but think you are being subjected to a big helping of mysoginy. I doubt this abuse would be happening if you were a middle aged, middle class man. (Feel free to correct me if female IAM observers have been weighing in, I've not seen you share any) I find it disgusting in all honesty. Please keep making the content, it's great 👍
@@djkitchen982 I think you’ve hit the nail on the head. I personally think a lot of it is caused by misogyny (some of them might not realise they’re doing it) but it is misogyny all the same. I’m fortunate that the National Observers in the group I passed my test with were brilliant. They might pass a few friendly pointers on a ride out, but that’s where it stops. None of this patronising misogynistic nonsense that seems to grace social media these days. I opened my copy of the monthly IAM magazine yesterday.. and the fact that there’s an ad/article called something like ‘why have a stair lift when you can have a real lift?’ says it all really. Maybe some of the old guard feel threatened by younger riders, especially female ones. The IAM really need to clean up their image if they want to attract and retain a younger membership. Otherwise the IAM will be no more in a couple of decades time.
That fact you've been made to feel this way for essentially trying to make yourself a better rider and spread awareness for safer riding, is utter horsesh*t. The other advanced riders who should be advocates for these qualifications have treated it as a level of elitism and in turn, put many people off doing the qualification themselves. Myself included. Bit of an own goal... Keep it up Kate, I'll continue doing wheelies on GS's to keep some of those 🔔 ends busy! ❤❤
Hi Kate. I'm an IAM rider. I'm sorry you have faced criticism from other IAM members. They should be ashamed of themselves. We are trying to move away from an elitist attitude and put the bed the stereotype of it's full of old blokes in high Vis. I hope you got something out of doing your test, and from what I can see you fully deserve your f1rst. We should be encouraging people to become safer, better riders. Not slating them. Well done!
Kate that First is yours form your hard work and great riding, some people on the net really have no sense of the pain they inflict. Keep making the vids they are great :)
Well done Kate, i hope the guy who said you are too small and weak to ride a big bike is eating his own head, that was a great report and it shows that you are the real deal when riding👍👍👍😎
@UsernameKate Alvaro Bautista is a tiny wee man, he's leading the WSBikes , l think it's fare to say he rides a very fast Ducati. Well done Kate, great riding.
Well done kate, I am an IAM observer and it wasnt long ago that i went through the training and did masters test last year as well. Its so hard, and we all make errors and i think people forget that. There is no such thing as a perfect ride, but your ride looked great, and this has been a great series to watch. What really annoys me about the negative comments, is not only the way people have been towards you but also forgetting that they too do not ride perfectly and in addition to this, you were honest with your ride and editing, which i think is fantastic. You could have made it look perfect, but you were honest. Really love the video and the channel and well done agian. Best wishes Dave
Just watched this, congratulations on the pass. In a previous life I achieved Police Class 1 advanced, I was also an IAM observer for a while, semi retired now and have been a DAS instructor for 10 years. We often find competent riders succumb to the 'test pressure' and make daft mistakes by overthinking, we encourage a commentary ride when starting off as it really focuses concentration on the task. The other thing is riders dwell on what they perceive is a mistake, don't, put it behind you and move on., just the other week a lady rider was told she had passed and like you went', "Have I?" The examiner said, " Yes, but we can go out again if you want!" LOL! Onwards and upwards now, you never stop learning on bikes, you could be an IAM observer some day and I've been riding since Queen originally released Bohemian Rhapsody, work that one out. Stay Safe!!
Well done Kate 👍 It’s great that a high profile motorcycle vlogger has taken us all through the process of advanced rider training and how we all benefit and become better safer riders. I believe you’ll encourage more riders to take advanced training. You have definitely saved lives by your actions. Well done again. 😊👍
8:57 great sequence, super editing to show it all. The look ahead. The look through the corner. Road positioning, the right distance to be ready to overtake. The overtake. The left lifesaver, then the move back in to your lane. So nice. Well done on the pass. It's got me interested in doing it now!
What a fantastic video series on the IAM training, Kate. Thank you so much for sharing that. I was pleased to see you share your test as well and was papping it for you when you thought you'd failed, bless you. I started my IAM training in August 2022 and will be heading for test this Spring (fingers crossed), so it was great to be able to see your progression, learn some things and genuinely feel some of the emotions, having experienced similar things myself. Massive congratulations on your pass and your first - very well deserved. What I like is that you're not arrogant, always willing to learn and are a bloody good rider. Don't be too hard on yourself, though. I appreciated the collaboration with Reg Local - what a privilege to be able to see both sides of the coin! Keep the content coming. :) Tom (Moray, Scotland).
I'm an ex instructor (cars) and there's loads of occasions where pupils thought they must have failed mid test to go on and drive really well after a minor incident. Well done Kate. :)
Happened to me on my second attempt at getting an HGV licence, nearly sent my Examiner through the windscreen (no seat belts in trucks back then) when I misjudged where a Learner car was going on a roundabout. I was convinced I'd failed again and stopped being nervous, just drove how I'd been doing at the end of my training. I was amazed when the Examiner said I'd passed and he thought the learner car was going the other way as well.
@@medler2110 Very true that, I did the same, passed my second test after making what I thought was a fairly bad blunder and then must have relaxed as I thought the test was effectively over so I there was no point worrying about it any more. That was over 40 years ago. To this day I'm convinced that I drove a lot better on my first test and should not have failed it.
@@deanhaycoxhere-here, I don't know what the hell was going on there. The test should have been stopped due to the crazy overtake. The rest of the ride was mediocre at best. The award of a F1rst pass is an absolute joke.
Congrats Kate :) what I found most impressive . Even after you thought you'd failed , you kept your head and continued to ride like you'd practiced. Very Well Done.
All through the observed rides, if I cocked up.. I'd hyper focus on it and make more mistakes. I decided to try not to sabotage myself like I usually do! 🤣 glad it paid off!
Top result Kate and a great series. I booked my IAM course at the NEC Bike show and hoping to start it in around March time. The weather looked amazing when you did your lessons fingers crossed I get the same. Once again well done.
Absolutely fantastic ride Kate. Love your blogs and this journey to gain the IAM was very welcoming. Keep doing what you do. You are brill at it. Happy 2023
Really enjoyed this series! Well done for the First, awesome achievement. I've been thinking about doing this (after 38 years of riding, didn't want to rush into it) and this just gave me the push to make it a goal in 2023.
oh Jesus Kate , you're so great and so natural in showing what you're going through at that test. It was a big support for my test on my KTM1290 ( in the rain and cold): I kept saying " Kate could do it, Kate could do it!" So I passed with your invisilble help! Thanks!!! Carry on, success!!!
Love a KTM im gonna do same on mine soon, i also appreciate this ladys honest vlog. Its not about being clever its about applying what you have learnt, well done to both of you
Fantastic Kate and well done getting a richly deserved first. I did mine five years ago and it totally modified the way I ride, giving such confidence as you read the road ahead so differently. The test is a extremely nerve wracking experience but gives us the chance to demonstrate all we have learned. When I have fewer time constraints I will be looking into doing my observer training, it’s not only amazing to develop but to also pass on those skills. Congrats Kate.
Congratulations, and welcome to the F1rst club! I took my test last summer at the age of 62 after over 40 years on two wheels, during which the IAM course was the first training I'd ever received (no CBT when I started!). It is so worth it and I would recommend it to anyone. Masters next!
It was good to see the nerves of the situation and the heightened sense of failure when something doesn't quite go to plan, it makes you acutely aware of every little thing, but to the observer the perspective is different, as shown in the result. I thought you did well to keep it together when you thought you had failed and it was great to see the process being shown following first hand experience rather than hearsay as well.
Congratulations on your F1rst. I must confess, this is the first I have ever watched on your channel. As am IAM Roadsmart Associate driver, I watch the Reg Local channel and so watched his assessment of your ride, before seeing it from your point of view. It is interesting that at no point in his commentary did he think that your overtake was a fail. I am now going to watch more of your output to see the journey to getting to your test.
Felt like I was doing my driving test all over again, thumping heart and my head swivelling all over the place doing life saver checks.😩 great biog. Well done Kate.
Congratulations Kate! 👏 Took me back to 2019 when I passed my IAM with a F1rst too having only started riding aged 52 in 2016. I must say I wasn't sure why you thought you failed at first, but glad you kept on with the test with a level head til the end. Your test had way more Nationals and lovely open roads than mine did in Surrey. I think everyone should do the Advanced test you learn so much more making us better and safer riders and these skills can be used when driving a car as well. Well done.👍👏 Julie x
Well done Kate on achieving a First. I was back to bikes in 2021 after a 36 year break ( I am 68 yrs old) and took and passed my I.A.M test in June 2022. I am currently looking at doing a Motorcycle Roadcraft course online Cost £25 + vat and you can do it over a year. ( I can send you the link if you want) I am also considering doing an observer course in 2023. I have seen your channel a few times but now subscribed. Take care and ride safe.
Well done Kate and as you said at the end I would highly recommend every motorcyclist does some extra training . I did the same course as yourself and thoroughly recommend it . The whole process was great fun and I learned so much . Well done again and take care .
It was good to watch Reg Local and then yours, great seeing both perspectives. Great to hear you doing a running commentary, I did exactly the same when I did mine and it just keeps you more alert and not go into star gazing mode….. Think the best part was when you thought you had failed on that overtake, as after that (with nothing to loose) you seemed to relax and just ride. Congratulations 👍🏼
Well done Kate. It’s a great feeling knowing you’ve passed, even better with a F1rst. I didn’t know I’d got a F1rst until my certificate came through. Ride safe.
Well done Kate totally deserved you are a very good rider and your confidence and ability to read the road is just excellent, no doubt some of this comes from your dad, just loved seeing you and him ride together. Stay safe Kate.
Hey Kate, I'm a 59yr old teenager who used to ride like a loon, got a couple of lucky breaks and here I am an IAM National Observer, still alive somehow ! Your test video is excellent. You were graded on what you did on the day, by a top bloke who knows his stuff. End of. Enjoy your "new normal" level of riding and who cares if its called advanced or not. You're safer than you were and I saw that big smile when you knew you'd passed. Keep smiling, keep riding and most of all, keep inspiring those youngsters riding their pocket rockets....you might just be helping to save lives.... ;-) Andy McKay IAM Nat Obs.
Hi Kate, we met at the London bike show. Your IAM series was really helpful thank you. I took and passed my IAM test this week. Inspired by you. Keep doing what you do Kate! Jennifer x
Nice one, Kate, well done. My heart sank when I saw your overtake on the hatch marks and you thought you'd failed, but so pleased for you for the pass!
Hi Kate, I watched the examiners vlog last night and yours just now. well done you. Great to see someone young and confident. Best of all with a I want to learn attitude. The first one of yours that I watched was the on board GS 1250 round the other side of Pately Bridge. I recognised the roads. But was struck by how you did not hang about and made progress all the time. I was impressed without knowing that you had done all these other vlogs. Im in the middle of deciding whether to buy a GS. Im only 5ft 7. My last BM was R1150RT. It was awkward and heavy. Ok once moving. What ive learnt from your excellent on boards vids. Is the sound of the engine and I can easily see how much more responsive the BMs are now compared to my old 1150. You have converted me. Cannot wait to get hold of one.Ill be watching more. Well done again.
IAM core principles seem the same between the various examiners and observers but inconsistent when it comes to what they want to see. Lifesaver checks for example at every every change of speed and position is a very old fashioned method and is considered unnecessary, use them when they are required (turning right into a junction, pulling into another lane for overtake on dual carriageway/motorway etc). Generally good rear observation (using mirrors) is sufficient keeping your eyes and head where they need to be, pointing in the direction the motorbike is going. Disclaimer: I am not an IAM examiner or observer but I am an IAM member so been through the process.
Well done Kate, you passed remember even if you had failed you would have learned more skills anyway just by doing the course, but you passed with what looks like a very good standard, stay safe and once again very well done.
Go for it Martin. The only thing you jave to lose is bad habits and of course the bonus you would pass the test anyway. I'm so pleased I did mine after a 36 break from riding a bike. Way more confidence and ability after the course.
Oh, the drama! Bravo!!! I only got my full licence ten months ago but weirdly miss the adrenaline rush of training and tests, so this IAM malarkey is very tempting… I remember thinking that I had goofed my Mod 2 within 60 seconds of leaving the test centre and it’s all I could think about for the next forty minutes - so I was so rooting for you at the end there! Alas my examiner WAS a wind-up merchant, he had a reputation for it, my instructor even warned me about him beforehand - “if he’s shaking his head and tutting at the end of the test it means you’ve passed” - but I still fell for it - the git! 😂 Congrats!
Well done Kate, That's why we love you, you're so honest and relatable. It takes a lot of guts to put this sort of video out. The trouble is I think you're becoming better than most of your audience at riding now. :)
Well done Kate, I was genuinely gutted for ya when you thought you'd failed 😉 .... talk about pressure 😬 on an exam and trying to do a vlog 🫣 ... awsome 👌.... Thanks for sharing such a great insite into the IAM training course 😊👍x
Nice series of videos of your IAM test. Nice work. It was good to watch and hear your comments as well as the walk thru of things after the rides. This is something i do myself, I judge my own riding and how i perform. I have also been riding with friends to see how they are doing it. And being open to give constructive critics and receive constructive critics. For me riding a motorcycle is demanding of the driver and therefore a constant learning experience. We ride with different mental mindsets, weather conditions and different traffic conditions and that is why riding can be challenging sometimes and other times feel like a breeze. Again thanks for sharing your experiences and letting others see how it could be done and what your experience is out of this. Lastly congrats for doing a good job 👍👍
I watched John's video first and he makes a comment about how you relax into your ride halfway through, presumably because you felt you'd failed so you 'gave up' trying and just rode! Congratulations on the First. And for not giving up properly.
Just seen your update. So sorry to hear there have been negative comments. Ignore them!! I am 69 years old and think you are a brilliant role model. I found your videos inspirational. Ron
Well that kept me on the edge of my seat, well done and congrats Kate, well earned. You were certain you had failed but you didn't. Have faith in your ability. Just hope I can do the same...
Well done with your first! I watched your video and seen link to Johns after viewing... I am glad that I watched in this order (pure luck mind!). watching from Johns perspective and it showed me how your perception and commentary amplified things - when following behind, it really was an exemplary effort and not that bad! I was already a subscriber to Johns youtube and I really think his perspective is very grounded and down to earth / realistic and proof was in these two vids.. WELL DONE FOR A REALY FANTASTIC TEST RIDE!
The Grey Mare.. great pub and good food. I really enjoyed that as I know most of those roads. Beautiful day for the ride too. Having passed the IAM test myself I was a bit surprised you thought you had failed on the A6 overtake (although watching through a camera is not ideal) as the overtake appeared to be Safe, Legal, Appropriate and caused no poor Perception in eyes of beholders. Congrats and great vlog. Hopefully it will encourage others to also do the IAM. Its 100% made be a better rider and overall more flowing and progressive in traffic.
You are one tough cookie to not cry after getting told you passed when you were so convinced you failed. I cried for you 😂😂 it was so nice follow your journey and im so pleased for you. Hoping i can do it too one day. Subscribed for more 😁😁
Well done Kate! I am just an associate but I didn't think you failed where you thought you did. I would have chosen a bit different positioning a few times and we are told not to cross the line to the oncoming traffic's just to have even better visibility because it exposes the rider, but this might have been a recent change. Either way thanks for sharing this!
Fantastic. I watched the examiner's video first because I've been following the channel, having finally got the courage to book the IAM course which I start next month (it's only taken me 40 years but hey, better late than never). It was so interesting to watch the test from both the examiners and the driver's perpective (or rider in this case), and I was honestly nervous for you! So pleased to see you get the first place ranking, it has inspired me and I'm sure many others too. Brilliant.
Excellent, well done Kate. I did wonder as you went for that overtake, but it clearly didn’t worry John as much as it did you. I convinced myself that I’d failed my IAM test about mid way through, so maybe we inflate little mistakes to seem bigger than they are. Again, congratulations.
Congratulations on the pass, Kate. And we’ll done for keeping your head and continuing to do your best, even though you thought you’d just flunked it. It ain’t over till it’s over 👍
Well done Kate.I did a police rider training day back in 2000, followed for miles being assessed by a Police motorcyclist.The pressure is a bit overwhelming at times which causes you to feel negative about every move.Well done, again.
You nailed it Kate, congratz, never doubt you you are a class rider with a certificate to prove it. Big thumbs up for this one. Waiting for the next 🥂👍👍🇳🇱
Hi Kate, thanks to you and John for all the videos for your IAM training and test. I've found it inspring enough to start my IAM training (fingers crossed i can be as good as you on test). Also enjoying the channel 👍
Well done. It's not easy. At least 3 months training for most people. The way I approached my examination day was 'just think its your regular observer behind you' This quelled nerves.
Very well done Kate! There's nothing worse than that feeling of dread when you think you've thrown it away. I see 'Reg Local' was your examiner - I sometimes watch some of his vids.
Well done Kate, I did mine a few months ago, I passed but never got a 1st so very well done you, I didn't think what you done was a fail as far as I can make out in the video, you made progress safely and you worried yourself too much lol, but look how it turned out, give yourself a pat on the back, congratulations 👍
Congratulations Kate 🎉 been thinking about doing mine for a good few years but never got round to it. Thank you for the insight as it will give others the kick up the arse to just do it 👍
Well done. I did my IAM eighteen years ago and it was the best thing I ever did in terms of safety. The examiner was a police rider trainer, so keeping speed limits were essential. He said it’s the best ride he had in years, which gives credit to my Observer, who said when I told him “well you listened”. My Observer used to say that whether I passed or failed was not important as long as I am safe. Not a ride goes by that I am not mindful of the IPSGA model and best mantra IMHO is: space and time, space and time. I always recommend it. I’m not that keen on group rides, but I have a biker buddy who is also IAM trained so we keep an eye on each other’s riding. Can’t help but laugh, your video took me back to all the nerves I felt too doing that exam.
Like you I thought it was unlikely to be a pass, certainly not a First, but that's the unfortunate variability of the Tester system. Keep on practicing the System.and make friends with position 1.
Wow Kate awesome stuff! Im like you, being negative after one little mishap and thinking I've blown it now. I was keen to do the IAM some years ago but one thing led to another and 20 years later and being so hooked on track that I have invested in Cal Superbike school. Got my level 3 in May 2023. IAM is def a good call for those that ride 90-100% on road. I ride 90% on track so that's why I've opted for CSS. Your bike insurance premium will benefit from this so good on you girl👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Just wanted to add my congratulations Kate. Excellent riding throughout it seems…. You set yourself high standards and then go on to attain them. Bloody marvellous x
Hi kate firstly congratulations on passing your iam . I stumbled across your video whilst looking at adanced riding i watched johns video then yours and i am well impressed with your riding skills . Im thinking of getting a bike again after being away for 6years and watching your ride have inspired me so much and hopefully when i do get one im going to do the advanced course like you . Once again thank you so much for posting your video and i have subscribed to your channel and looking forward to watching more of your content . By the way thats a beautiful bike you have stay safe all the best for your future
Aww well done Kate I’ve watched all of these and so pleased you did it! I thought you would get a First until you did that overtake but you pulled it back and didn’t let it mess your head! It’s a great thing to do and I’m so pleased I did mine. Keep it up 👍🏻
Thanks Mike! You just have to apply to system which is IPSGA and anything is possible. I certainly wasn't expecting a first but I was happy with how I rode overall looking back at it! 😊
Congratulations. Knew you’d do it. I scraped a pass in 2021 because I slowed down a little late for roadworks on the M55. Examiner was an ex Police Officer and he gave me some words of advice but didn’t fail me 😅
Very well done Kate, take the hatchings overtake as a let off, but ask yourself, was I dissapointed I did it on test or was I dissapointed that I did it full stop? Thank you for sharing a valuable experience.
A great big well done to you Kate. Our young son got a BMW GS model of Christmas. He is just 9 but talking about getting a BMW GS when his is older. Thanks to your video. I best start saving up for him. Other son what's a car. Well done again. I ride nc750x dct honda.👍👍👍
Congratulations Kate. That has to feel really good getting a First. You’re a Excellent Rider and I had no doubts you would Pass the Test. I could see where the Mirror Awareness Part would really be good to be a Safer Rider. Also, when your Riding in Groups you really need to have that 360 Degree Awareness. Thanks for making these Videos. I was actually Nervous with you. Huge Salute from Texas.👍❤️😁
Well done for passing, however I don't understand how you got a 1st for that ride. With a similar one mistake performance I only got a pass a few years ago.
Never any doubt, once you got your nerves under control, I'd would be the same. The bit where you thought you'd failed, I liked the fact the car driver looked at you as you did your check. Well done 👏 👏👍🏍
Congratulations & well done, great achievement 👍 Very brave to film the whole of your test, and to pair it with the Examiners video too. Top content all round, nice one
I think having a spoken commentary for the benefit of her video and knowing its being recorded actually helped her riding. Going forward, this'll be a useful set of videos for others to look at if they're considering it.
Well done Kate. Never in any doubt as far as I’m concerned as just like everything else you do, you put your heart and soul into it. You only doubted yourself due to test nerves and that should never go away. Your examiner was right the perfect ride does not happen. I try to be perfect every day when riding and every day I fail but the issue is confidence and competence in equal measure. Once again, well done. See you soon 👍👍👍
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I would just like to share something a year since I've completed this test as an update.
I want to hand back my first, shred the certificate and retract my title as an 'advanced rider'. I simply don't want it.
I embarked on this IAM journey to try and encourage younger riders to take up training that might hopefully save their life.
Whilst I enjoyed the training and the test itself, whether or not you think I deserved the first/pass - it's irrelevant to me. The outcome could have been a fail, and that's fine. I would have shared it anyway because my channel is about reality, not curated perfection.
I am not driven by the ego side of being an 'advanced rider' with a holier than thou attitude. I just wanted to maybe learn something useful... pass or fail.
The abuse... from... OTHER advanced riders... mainly National Observers has been frequent and condescending since I posted my test online.
I honestly wish I'd never bothered.
For all the effort that went into the filming and editing and subtitling all the episodes, it was not worth it for it all to be undone by this unpleasant and very vocal boys brigade. I say that because if I was considering doing IAM as a random person and came across the nasty comments that I've faced since doing the test... It would put me right off wanting to get involved.
I often wonder if they give the wheeliers, the reckless riders and the speeders of RUclips the same energy?
Hmmm, who knows.
Thanks for listening to my TED TALK 🤣
I can't help but think you are being subjected to a big helping of mysoginy. I doubt this abuse would be happening if you were a middle aged, middle class man. (Feel free to correct me if female IAM observers have been weighing in, I've not seen you share any)
I find it disgusting in all honesty.
Please keep making the content, it's great 👍
@@djkitchen982 I think you’ve hit the nail on the head. I personally think a lot of it is caused by misogyny (some of them might not realise they’re doing it) but it is misogyny all the same.
I’m fortunate that the National Observers in the group I passed my test with were brilliant. They might pass a few friendly pointers on a ride out, but that’s where it stops. None of this patronising misogynistic nonsense that seems to grace social media these days.
I opened my copy of the monthly IAM magazine yesterday.. and the fact that there’s an ad/article called something like ‘why have a stair lift when you can have a real lift?’ says it all really. Maybe some of the old guard feel threatened by younger riders, especially female ones.
The IAM really need to clean up their image if they want to attract and retain a younger membership. Otherwise the IAM will be no more in a couple of decades time.
That fact you've been made to feel this way for essentially trying to make yourself a better rider and spread awareness for safer riding, is utter horsesh*t.
The other advanced riders who should be advocates for these qualifications have treated it as a level of elitism and in turn, put many people off doing the qualification themselves. Myself included. Bit of an own goal...
Keep it up Kate, I'll continue doing wheelies on GS's to keep some of those 🔔 ends busy!
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Hi Kate. I'm an IAM rider. I'm sorry you have faced criticism from other IAM members. They should be ashamed of themselves. We are trying to move away from an elitist attitude and put the bed the stereotype of it's full of old blokes in high Vis. I hope you got something out of doing your test, and from what I can see you fully deserve your f1rst. We should be encouraging people to become safer, better riders. Not slating them. Well done!
Kate that First is yours form your hard work and great riding, some people on the net really have no sense of the pain they inflict. Keep making the vids they are great :)
Well done Kate, i hope the guy who said you are too small and weak to ride a big bike is eating his own head, that was a great report and it shows that you are the real deal when riding👍👍👍😎
Thanks Andy! You're too kind! 😊
@UsernameKate Alvaro Bautista is a tiny wee man, he's leading the WSBikes , l think it's fare to say he rides a very fast Ducati.
Well done Kate, great riding.
Well done kate,
I am an IAM observer and it wasnt long ago that i went through the training and did masters test last year as well.
Its so hard, and we all make errors and i think people forget that. There is no such thing as a perfect ride, but your ride looked great, and this has been a great series to watch. What really annoys me about the negative comments, is not only the way people have been towards you but also forgetting that they too do not ride perfectly and in addition to this, you were honest with your ride and editing, which i think is fantastic. You could have made it look perfect, but you were honest. Really love the video and the channel and well done agian.
Best wishes Dave
Thank you so much Dave. I really appreciate that comment. You're one of the good ones who understands what i was trying to achieve 😊
Just watched this, congratulations on the pass. In a previous life I achieved Police Class 1 advanced, I was also an IAM observer for a while, semi retired now and have been a DAS instructor for 10 years. We often find competent riders succumb to the 'test pressure' and make daft mistakes by overthinking, we encourage a commentary ride when starting off as it really focuses concentration on the task. The other thing is riders dwell on what they perceive is a mistake, don't, put it behind you and move on., just the other week a lady rider was told she had passed and like you went', "Have I?" The examiner said, " Yes, but we can go out again if you want!" LOL! Onwards and upwards now, you never stop learning on bikes, you could be an IAM observer some day and I've been riding since Queen originally released Bohemian Rhapsody, work that one out. Stay Safe!!
Well done Kate 👍 It’s great that a high profile motorcycle vlogger has taken us all through the process of advanced rider training and how we all benefit and become better safer riders. I believe you’ll encourage more riders to take advanced training. You have definitely saved lives by your actions. Well done again. 😊👍
8:57 great sequence, super editing to show it all.
The look ahead.
The look through the corner.
Road positioning, the right distance to be ready to overtake.
The overtake.
The left lifesaver, then the move back in to your lane.
So nice.
Well done on the pass.
It's got me interested in doing it now!
Yep, me too.. you can always improve your riding and this is a great way to make yourself more aware 👍
Well done Kate. What you have learned and achieved with IAM will help to keep you safe on our roads, it’s game changer. Congratulations 😊
What a fantastic video series on the IAM training, Kate. Thank you so much for sharing that. I was pleased to see you share your test as well and was papping it for you when you thought you'd failed, bless you. I started my IAM training in August 2022 and will be heading for test this Spring (fingers crossed), so it was great to be able to see your progression, learn some things and genuinely feel some of the emotions, having experienced similar things myself. Massive congratulations on your pass and your first - very well deserved. What I like is that you're not arrogant, always willing to learn and are a bloody good rider. Don't be too hard on yourself, though. I appreciated the collaboration with Reg Local - what a privilege to be able to see both sides of the coin! Keep the content coming. :) Tom (Moray, Scotland).
Tom, thank you so much 😭😭😭 honestly that means so much!
I'm an ex instructor (cars) and there's loads of occasions where pupils thought they must have failed mid test to go on and drive really well after a minor incident. Well done Kate. :)
Happened to me on my second attempt at getting an HGV licence, nearly sent my Examiner through the windscreen (no seat belts in trucks back then) when I misjudged where a Learner car was going on a roundabout. I was convinced I'd failed again and stopped being nervous, just drove how I'd been doing at the end of my training. I was amazed when the Examiner said I'd passed and he thought the learner car was going the other way as well.
@@medler2110 Very true that, I did the same, passed my second test after making what I thought was a fairly bad blunder and then must have relaxed as I thought the test was effectively over so I there was no point worrying about it any more. That was over 40 years ago. To this day I'm convinced that I drove a lot better on my first test and should not have failed it.
How can you be an ex instructor and congratulations on the pass. Wasn’t a pass
@@deanhaycoxhere-here, I don't know what the hell was going on there. The test should have been stopped due to the crazy overtake. The rest of the ride was mediocre at best. The award of a F1rst pass is an absolute joke.
Congrats Kate :) what I found most impressive .
Even after you thought you'd failed , you kept your head and continued to ride like you'd practiced. Very Well Done.
All through the observed rides, if I cocked up.. I'd hyper focus on it and make more mistakes. I decided to try not to sabotage myself like I usually do! 🤣 glad it paid off!
Top result Kate and a great series. I booked my IAM course at the NEC Bike show and hoping to start it in around March time. The weather looked amazing when you did your lessons fingers crossed I get the same. Once again well done.
Absolutely fantastic ride Kate. Love your blogs and this journey to gain the IAM was very welcoming. Keep doing what you do. You are brill at it. Happy 2023
Really enjoyed this series! Well done for the First, awesome achievement.
I've been thinking about doing this (after 38 years of riding, didn't want to rush into it) and this just gave me the push to make it a goal in 2023.
If you want to see this test from the examiners perspective, you can check out John's vlog here: ruclips.net/video/K0SVKREugC0/видео.html
oh Jesus Kate , you're so great and so natural in showing what you're going through at that test. It was a big support for my test on my KTM1290 ( in the rain and cold): I kept saying " Kate could do it, Kate could do it!" So I passed with your invisilble help! Thanks!!! Carry on, success!!!
Love a KTM im gonna do same on mine soon, i also appreciate this ladys honest vlog. Its not about being clever its about applying what you have learnt, well done to both of you
Fantastic Kate and well done getting a richly deserved first. I did mine five years ago and it totally modified the way I ride, giving such confidence as you read the road ahead so differently. The test is a extremely nerve wracking experience but gives us the chance to demonstrate all we have learned. When I have fewer time constraints I will be looking into doing my observer training, it’s not only amazing to develop but to also pass on those skills. Congrats Kate.
I was 100% confident you would pass, but with a first, that really is icing the cake!! Well done! 👏
Congratulations, and welcome to the F1rst club! I took my test last summer at the age of 62 after over 40 years on two wheels, during which the IAM course was the first training I'd ever received (no CBT when I started!). It is so worth it and I would recommend it to anyone. Masters next!
Also passed my test around 35 years ago and also no training. Haven’t owned a bike for 30 years now, still thinking about it !!
It was good to see the nerves of the situation and the heightened sense of failure when something doesn't quite go to plan, it makes you acutely aware of every little thing, but to the observer the perspective is different, as shown in the result. I thought you did well to keep it together when you thought you had failed and it was great to see the process being shown following first hand experience rather than hearsay as well.
Congratulations on your F1rst. I must confess, this is the first I have ever watched on your channel. As am IAM Roadsmart Associate driver, I watch the Reg Local channel and so watched his assessment of your ride, before seeing it from your point of view. It is interesting that at no point in his commentary did he think that your overtake was a fail. I am now going to watch more of your output to see the journey to getting to your test.
Felt like I was doing my driving test all over again, thumping heart and my head swivelling all over the place doing life saver checks.😩 great biog. Well done Kate.
Congratulations Kate! 👏 Took me back to 2019 when I passed my IAM with a F1rst too having only started riding aged 52 in 2016. I must say I wasn't sure why you thought you failed at first, but glad you kept on with the test with a level head til the end. Your test had way more Nationals and lovely open roads than mine did in Surrey.
I think everyone should do the Advanced test you learn so much more making us better and safer riders and these skills can be used when driving a car as well.
Well done.👍👏
Julie x
Absolutely well done Kate. so glad it was blue skies on the test and no rain. This is definitely on my list of things for 2023
Well done Kate on achieving a First. I was back to bikes in 2021 after a 36 year break ( I am 68 yrs old) and took and passed my I.A.M test in June 2022. I am currently looking at doing a Motorcycle Roadcraft course online Cost £25 + vat and you can do it over a year. ( I can send you the link if you want) I am also considering doing an observer course in 2023. I have seen your channel a few times but now subscribed. Take care and ride safe.
Well done Kate and as you said at the end I would highly recommend every motorcyclist does some extra training . I did the same course as yourself and thoroughly recommend it . The whole process was great fun and I learned so much . Well done again and take care .
It was good to watch Reg Local and then yours, great seeing both perspectives.
Great to hear you doing a running commentary, I did exactly the same when I did mine and it just keeps you more alert and not go into star gazing mode…..
Think the best part was when you thought you had failed on that overtake, as after that (with nothing to loose) you seemed to relax and just ride.
Congratulations 👍🏼
Thank you Jamie! I appreciate that!
Thank you Jamie! I appreciate that!
Congratulations on the 1st.
It’s always a pleasure to see someone make a commitment to learn and implement Roadcraft with precision.
A very well done!
Congratulations Kate! I knew you would be fine in the test. The IAM trying is really good and I would recommend advanced training to all riders
Well done Kate. It’s a great feeling knowing you’ve passed, even better with a F1rst. I didn’t know I’d got a F1rst until my certificate came through. Ride safe.
So happy for you Kate! It brought a little tear to my eyes when he told you that you’d passed 😊
Aww shucks haha thanks man!!
Well done Kate totally deserved you are a very good rider and your confidence and ability to read the road is just excellent, no doubt some of this comes from your dad, just loved seeing you and him ride together. Stay safe Kate.
Hey Kate, I'm a 59yr old teenager who used to ride like a loon, got a couple of lucky breaks and here I am an IAM National Observer, still alive somehow ! Your test video is excellent. You were graded on what you did on the day, by a top bloke who knows his stuff. End of. Enjoy your "new normal" level of riding and who cares if its called advanced or not. You're safer than you were and I saw that big smile when you knew you'd passed. Keep smiling, keep riding and most of all, keep inspiring those youngsters riding their pocket rockets....you might just be helping to save lives.... ;-)
Andy McKay IAM Nat Obs.
Appreciate you!
Hi Kate, we met at the London bike show. Your IAM series was really helpful thank you. I took and passed my IAM test this week. Inspired by you. Keep doing what you do Kate! Jennifer x
Nice one, Kate, well done. My heart sank when I saw your overtake on the hatch marks and you thought you'd failed, but so pleased for you for the pass!
Felt the same here as well, haha.
Well done. Great news. Hope TMF is watching this. He’s a lot to learn 🤣🤣
Hi Kate, I watched the examiners vlog last night and yours just now. well done you. Great to see someone young and confident. Best of all with a I want to learn attitude. The first one of yours that I watched was the on board GS 1250 round the other side of Pately Bridge. I recognised the roads. But was struck by how you did not hang about and made progress all the time. I was impressed without knowing that you had done all these other vlogs.
Im in the middle of deciding whether to buy a GS. Im only 5ft 7. My last BM was R1150RT. It was awkward and heavy. Ok once moving. What ive learnt from your excellent on boards vids. Is the sound of the engine and I can easily see how much more responsive the BMs are now compared to my old 1150.
You have converted me. Cannot wait to get hold of one.Ill be watching more.
Well done again.
Thank you so much for this lovely message Richard. Messages like this that keep me going 😊
IAM core principles seem the same between the various examiners and observers but inconsistent when it comes to what they want to see.
Lifesaver checks for example at every every change of speed and position is a very old fashioned method and is considered unnecessary, use them when they are required (turning right into a junction, pulling into another lane for overtake on dual carriageway/motorway etc). Generally good rear observation (using mirrors) is sufficient keeping your eyes and head where they need to be, pointing in the direction the motorbike is going.
Disclaimer: I am not an IAM examiner or observer but I am an IAM member so been through the process.
Well done Kate, you passed remember even if you had failed you would have learned more skills anyway just by doing the course, but you passed with what looks like a very good standard, stay safe and once again very well done.
Congratulations Kate, I’ve fancied doing the test but a bit nervous to however after watching your blogs I’m inclined to take the plunge and do it.
Its definitely worth while 😊 I really enjoyed the experience!
The IAM groups are very supportive too. Worthwhile just to get the support behind you as you improve, Martin
Go for it Martin. The only thing you jave to lose is bad habits and of course the bonus you would pass the test anyway. I'm so pleased I did mine after a 36 break from riding a bike. Way more confidence and ability after the course.
Oh, the drama! Bravo!!! I only got my full licence ten months ago but weirdly miss the adrenaline rush of training and tests, so this IAM malarkey is very tempting… I remember thinking that I had goofed my Mod 2 within 60 seconds of leaving the test centre and it’s all I could think about for the next forty minutes - so I was so rooting for you at the end there! Alas my examiner WAS a wind-up merchant, he had a reputation for it, my instructor even warned me about him beforehand - “if he’s shaking his head and tutting at the end of the test it means you’ve passed” - but I still fell for it - the git! 😂 Congrats!
Well done Kate, That's why we love you, you're so honest and relatable. It takes a lot of guts to put this sort of video out. The trouble is I think you're becoming better than most of your audience at riding now. :)
Well done Kate, I was genuinely gutted for ya when you thought you'd failed 😉 .... talk about pressure 😬 on an exam and trying to do a vlog 🫣 ... awsome 👌.... Thanks for sharing such a great insite into the IAM training course 😊👍x
Nice series of videos of your IAM test. Nice work. It was good to watch and hear your comments as well as the walk thru of things after the rides. This is something i do myself, I judge my own riding and how i perform. I have also been riding with friends to see how they are doing it. And being open to give constructive critics and receive constructive critics. For me riding a motorcycle is demanding of the driver and therefore a constant learning experience. We ride with different mental mindsets, weather conditions and different traffic conditions and that is why riding can be challenging sometimes and other times feel like a breeze. Again thanks for sharing your experiences and letting others see how it could be done and what your experience is out of this. Lastly congrats for doing a good job 👍👍
Brilliant, well done girl....well deserved and over the moon for you👏
I watched John's video first and he makes a comment about how you relax into your ride halfway through, presumably because you felt you'd failed so you 'gave up' trying and just rode! Congratulations on the First. And for not giving up properly.
Just seen your update.
So sorry to hear there have been negative comments.
Ignore them!!
I am 69 years old and think you are a brilliant role model.
I found your videos inspirational. Ron
I appreciate you Ron, thank you so much!
Thanks Kate - great inspiration and a huge help. I passed my IAM Advanced test today. 😄
Congratulations!! Thats amazing to hear!! nice one Prynne!
Well that kept me on the edge of my seat, well done and congrats Kate, well earned. You were certain you had failed but you didn't. Have faith in your ability. Just hope I can do the same...
A big well done Kate, keep up the fantastic videos and thank you.
Thank you! 😀
Well done with your first! I watched your video and seen link to Johns after viewing... I am glad that I watched in this order (pure luck mind!). watching from Johns perspective and it showed me how your perception and commentary amplified things - when following behind, it really was an exemplary effort and not that bad! I was already a subscriber to Johns youtube and I really think his perspective is very grounded and down to earth / realistic and proof was in these two vids.. WELL DONE FOR A REALY FANTASTIC TEST RIDE!
So, I'm sitting at my desk here in the US, smiling about your success, and enjoying your videos. :)
Well done Kate and many congratulations to you. I hope you feel very proud of your achievement
Thanks Steve :)
The Grey Mare.. great pub and good food. I really enjoyed that as I know most of those roads. Beautiful day for the ride too. Having passed the IAM test myself I was a bit surprised you thought you had failed on the A6 overtake (although watching through a camera is not ideal) as the overtake appeared to be Safe, Legal, Appropriate and caused no poor Perception in eyes of beholders. Congrats and great vlog. Hopefully it will encourage others to also do the IAM. Its 100% made be a better rider and overall more flowing and progressive in traffic.
You are one tough cookie to not cry after getting told you passed when you were so convinced you failed. I cried for you 😂😂 it was so nice follow your journey and im so pleased for you. Hoping i can do it too one day. Subscribed for more 😁😁
That's very sweet! Thanks for subbing :)
Well done Kate! I am just an associate but I didn't think you failed where you thought you did. I would have chosen a bit different positioning a few times and we are told not to cross the line to the oncoming traffic's just to have even better visibility because it exposes the rider, but this might have been a recent change. Either way thanks for sharing this!
Aw thanks! Appreciate that 😊
Congratulations; very brave to film the test. As he said, “ No ride is 100% perfect.” We are, after all, only human.
well the ride as to be 100% otherwise you can’t be awarded a first. Its now become a paper pass and not worth anything.
Fantastic. I watched the examiner's video first because I've been following the channel, having finally got the courage to book the IAM course which I start next month (it's only taken me 40 years but hey, better late than never). It was so interesting to watch the test from both the examiners and the driver's perpective (or rider in this case), and I was honestly nervous for you! So pleased to see you get the first place ranking, it has inspired me and I'm sure many others too. Brilliant.
Congratulations 👏 welcome to the F1rst club ❤ Great to watch yours and Johns video of the test
😊🙌 thanks Jane!
Excellent, well done Kate. I did wonder as you went for that overtake, but it clearly didn’t worry John as much as it did you. I convinced myself that I’d failed my IAM test about mid way through, so maybe we inflate little mistakes to seem bigger than they are. Again, congratulations.
Well done. Especially holding concentration after you thought you’d failed. 👏
Thanks Rich 😁
Congratulations on the pass, Kate. And we’ll done for keeping your head and continuing to do your best, even though you thought you’d just flunked it. It ain’t over till it’s over 👍
Well done Kate.I did a police rider training day back in 2000, followed for miles being assessed by a Police motorcyclist.The pressure is a bit overwhelming at times which causes you to feel negative about every move.Well done, again.
You nailed it Kate, congratz, never doubt you you are a class rider with a certificate to prove it. Big thumbs up for this one. Waiting for the next 🥂👍👍🇳🇱
Hi Kate, thanks to you and John for all the videos for your IAM training and test. I've found it inspring enough to start my IAM training (fingers crossed i can be as good as you on test). Also enjoying the channel 👍
Well done. It's not easy. At least 3 months training for most people. The way I approached my examination day was 'just think its your regular observer behind you'
This quelled nerves.
Very well done Kate! There's nothing worse than that feeling of dread when you think you've thrown it away.
I see 'Reg Local' was your examiner - I sometimes watch some of his vids.
Congratulations Kate I thoroughly enjoyed watching your videos all the best for 2023
Well done Kate, I did mine a few months ago, I passed but never got a 1st so very well done you, I didn't think what you done was a fail as far as I can make out in the video, you made progress safely and you worried yourself too much lol, but look how it turned out, give yourself a pat on the back, congratulations 👍
Congratulations Kate 🎉 been thinking about doing mine for a good few years but never got round to it. Thank you for the insight as it will give others the kick up the arse to just do it 👍
Congratulations well done. As you say it is a lot of hard work both on and off the bike. You must feel like Queen of the road.
Well done. I did my IAM eighteen years ago and it was the best thing I ever did in terms of safety. The examiner was a police rider trainer, so keeping speed limits were essential. He said it’s the best ride he had in years, which gives credit to my Observer, who said when I told him “well you listened”. My Observer used to say that whether I passed or failed was not important as long as I am safe. Not a ride goes by that I am not mindful of the IPSGA model and best mantra IMHO is: space and time, space and time. I always recommend it. I’m not that keen on group rides, but I have a biker buddy who is also IAM trained so we keep an eye on each other’s riding. Can’t help but laugh, your video took me back to all the nerves I felt too doing that exam.
BTW, I did my IAM on a NT650 Honda Deauville…
Well done Kate. Sometimes you can get a perfect ride but there always something that can crop up and spoil it. Welcome to the IAM.
Like you I thought it was unlikely to be a pass, certainly not a First, but that's the unfortunate variability of the Tester system. Keep on practicing the System.and make friends with position 1.
Wow Kate awesome stuff! Im like you, being negative after one little mishap and thinking I've blown it now. I was keen to do the IAM some years ago but one thing led to another and 20 years later and being so hooked on track that I have invested in Cal Superbike school. Got my level 3 in May 2023. IAM is def a good call for those that ride 90-100% on road. I ride 90% on track so that's why I've opted for CSS. Your bike insurance premium will benefit from this so good on you girl👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@@alien1366 feck off!!!
Just wanted to add my congratulations Kate. Excellent riding throughout it seems…. You set yourself high standards and then go on to attain them. Bloody marvellous x
Congratulations for that - did mine in 2004 and still apply what I learned.
Thank you! 😊
Congratulations, I think we were all nervous for you and with you remembering what it’s like on test. Well done.
Hi Kate! Congratulations with passing the IAM advanced ride test with an excellent result! Well done!
Hi kate firstly congratulations on passing your iam . I stumbled across your video whilst looking at adanced riding i watched johns video then yours and i am well impressed with your riding skills .
Im thinking of getting a bike again after being away for 6years and watching your ride have inspired me so much and hopefully when i do get one im going to do the advanced course like you .
Once again thank you so much for posting your video and i have subscribed to your channel and looking forward to watching more of your content .
By the way thats a beautiful bike you have stay safe all the best for your future
Aww well done Kate I’ve watched all of these and so pleased you did it! I thought you would get a First until you did that overtake but you pulled it back and didn’t let it mess your head! It’s a great thing to do and I’m so pleased I did mine. Keep it up 👍🏻
Congratulations Kate on passing the IAM test, nice to see the comments have all been positive and supportive.
Concrats, Kate🤩 You were great. You are a good biker. So good luck in the future👍😊
CONGRATULATIONS KATE, very happy for you.
Thank you! 😊
Well done Kate, you not only passed but joined the ‘First’ club too. Welcome. And again well done. X
Congratulations Kate.
I being awarded a FIRST hard to achieve?
Best video so far on the first of the new year.
Thanks Mike! You just have to apply to system which is IPSGA and anything is possible. I certainly wasn't expecting a first but I was happy with how I rode overall looking back at it! 😊
Congratulations. Knew you’d do it. I scraped a pass in 2021 because I slowed down a little late for roadworks on the M55. Examiner was an ex Police Officer and he gave me some words of advice but didn’t fail me 😅
Very well done Kate, take the hatchings overtake as a let off, but ask yourself, was I dissapointed I did it on test or was I dissapointed that I did it full stop? Thank you for sharing a valuable experience.
Well done, been watching you and Reg for years. Was a quality ride and vlog from both perspectives.
Great job Kate, well done :) I watched your journey through the IAM and was inspired to sign up too. Can't wait to start my first observed ride soon.
Impressed with your shoulder checks...well done Kate.
A great big well done to you Kate. Our young son got a BMW GS model of Christmas. He is just 9 but talking about getting a BMW GS when his is older. Thanks to your video. I best start saving up for him. Other son what's a car. Well done again. I ride nc750x dct honda.👍👍👍
I really enjoyed this series. I plan on doing my test this spring. This was really informative. Thanks.
Congratulations Kate. That has to feel really good getting a First. You’re a Excellent Rider and I had no doubts you would Pass the Test. I could see where the Mirror Awareness Part would really be good to be a Safer Rider. Also, when your Riding in Groups you really need to have that 360 Degree Awareness. Thanks for making these Videos. I was actually Nervous with you. Huge Salute from Texas.👍❤️😁
Excellent Kate. This is one in the eye for any doubters and cynics. So very pleased for you.
Well done for passing, however I don't understand how you got a 1st for that ride. With a similar one mistake performance I only got a pass a few years ago.
Never any doubt, once you got your nerves under control, I'd would be the same. The bit where you thought you'd failed, I liked the fact the car driver looked at you as you did your check. Well done 👏 👏👍🏍
Congratulations & well done, great achievement 👍
Very brave to film the whole of your test, and to pair it with the Examiners video too.
Top content all round, nice one
I think having a spoken commentary for the benefit of her video and knowing its being recorded actually helped her riding. Going forward, this'll be a useful set of videos for others to look at if they're considering it.
Well done Kate. Never in any doubt as far as I’m concerned as just like everything else you do, you put your heart and soul into it. You only doubted yourself due to test nerves and that should never go away. Your examiner was right the perfect ride does not happen. I try to be perfect every day when riding and every day I fail but the issue is confidence and competence in equal measure. Once again, well done. See you soon 👍👍👍
Congratulations Kate, you must be well chuffed.........looks like a very worth while course!
Congratulations Kate , did mine years ago 💯 worth doing,👍🏻