EKAM events
EKAM is an incredibly busy, inclusive advanced motorcycling club – run by our members, for our members. As such, we put on many training and social rides, tours and other group activities, which can be seen here on our ‘Events’ page.
While this page provides a general overview of our events for the year, EKAM members can get more specific details and timings on our Tracker system here.
Sunday social
This is a regular, monthly ride-out open for all Members (including associates who have been “passed off” by their Observers). We usually meet on the 3rd Sunday of the month, at 09:15 for 9:30 departure. Meeting points are usually Sainsburys Ashford or Morrisons Canterbury. Winter rides start later to avoid low sun and frost.
Normally we ride for 1:30 hrs (approx 50 miles) to one of the many great Kentish cafés, for coffee, cake and a chat and then a return leg to somewhere in central East Kent. Full details are found in the Tracker calendar nearer the date. Often the route can be viewed and downloaded by following the link to our group MyRouteApp folder.
Please use the ‘Attend’ button in the event to let us know if you are intending to join so that we can make appropriate arrangements in good time. Routes are graded green/amber/red, depending on technical requirement and/or length, but most are green and suitable for all Advanced Riders. The Drop-Off system is used so that you can ride at your own pace and be confident of arriving at the destinations. If you are not familiar with the Drop-Off system, please click here for an explanation as to how it works.
Associate rides
On the 4th Sunday of the month, we arrange a social training ride exclusive to Associates of around 90 minutes. A limited number of Observers are present to assist in the ride and to answer any questions that Associates may have. A great opportunity for Associates to learn the Drop- Off System, get to know others in the same situation and meet some different Observers.
The Drop-off system is used to allow you to ride at your own pace. These rides tend to be a bit more relaxed than the Club Rides and you will learn how to operate the system in the process. Meeting points and times vary, so look up the events on Tracker. Sign up is compulsory so we can source sufficient Observers.
Evening social rides
These are on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, between April and September. We’ll usually meet at 18:00 at Chartham for a pleasant easy evening ride to a beach, pub, chip shop or similar. Graded green, these rides are open to all including Associates with some experience. Sign in on Tracker for the details.
Annual rides
Fish & Chip ride
Meeting 18:00, the Fish & Chip ride is three rides in one. It starts at three different places, but all finishing at Marino’s Fish Bar in Ashford for food and a shortened club night. Plenty of opportunity to chat and make new friends.
Festive Season Ride
A morning ride over the Christmas/New Year period of around 90 minutes and finishing for lunch at a place that will have us! Details will be found on Tracker when finalised. Sign up is required for catering requirements.
