Volunteer Observers -
giving advanced riding guidance
for ALL local bikers

Becoming a National Observer

The process of becoming a national observer(NO) for is as follows:

  • Prospective NO candidates must:
    • have their riding assessed by their team leader
    • have their interpersonal and observation skills assessed by their team leader

In order to commence the process:

  • the group or local observer should express an interest to their team leader, who will check they meet the criteria.
  • TL will assess riding and interpersonal/observation skills.
  • the member then needs to complete the NO application form which should be e-mailed to secretary@iam-sheffield.bike. The secretary will then take it to the committee for approval prior to the observer commencing the NO process. This form will then be forwarded to IMIqualifications@iam.org.uk indicating the committee’s approval of the application.

Interested in becoming an IAM RoadSmart Observer?
Fill in the form below

Free Assessed Ride

Want to try before you buy? Fill in the form below and arrange the FREE ride assessment when it’s convenient for you.  Or just ride down to Meadowhall Retail Park, Sheffield S9 1EP, 9am any Saturday morning.

Be safe - ALWAYS carry your Biker I.C.E card!

Riding a motorcycle comes with risks. In an accident, motorcyclists’ injuries are likely to be more serious than those of other road users. To reduce these risks, the Biker I.C.E. (In Case of Emergency) Card is a simple but essential tool for riders. It’s easy to use and convenient to carry. It can be folded to fit in your wallet and handed to anyone who needs it, not just accident responders.

The Biker I.C.E. Card contains all necessary information. It has contact information, important health, medical and doctor’s details, a list of medications and your doctor’s contact. If you’re in an accident, emergency services can use the card to quickly understand your health and medical needs t0 provide you with the best care possible.

Just fill in your email address below. We will keep you updated of any design changes. The card is given as FREE public service that you can use and share as many times as you like. You simply add details like your NHS or travel insurance numbers, as these can help emergency responders access your healthcare records or handle costs when travelling abroad.

Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists, well known for our quality assured advanced rider training, support the use of this card. It can be a critical safety tool. While training improves road safety, the card ensures you get the right help should things go wrong.

Download your Biker I.C.E. Card NOW, for safer rides and peace of mind!