Welcome to Somerset Advanced Motorcyclists (SAM). We are a friendly and very active club with membership currently standing at around 90 strong. Our passion covers all things motorcycle related, with many of our people possessing a wealth of knowledge that is freely shared across the group - all in the name of increasing your motorcycling enjoyment.

Bikers wishing to join us do so through the IAM 'Skills for Life' programme. This gives them Associate status for one year, during which they are expected to train and take the Advanced Motorcycling Test. Once passed, this entitles them to full IAM membership for life, providing annual subs to IAM central and the chosen local club are maintained.

One of the IAM’s key goals is to help its Members and Associates develop the advanced skills that help make driving and riding a more enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Being an advanced rider is a journey of continuous learning, and one of its key stages is the internationally recognised Advanced Test. Pioneered by the IAM, it is this for which we are perhaps best known.

We are a sociable club holding regular rides and social events. The annual events calendar starts off with regular rides & events on the first Sunday and second Tuesday of each month, regardless of weather, plus many more rides, training and social events. Ring Nick Griffin or Matt Towill for details.

Members also get together for factory trips, bike shows and biking events.