Bruce Sheppard

Role on committee (if applicable)? I'm no longer on the committee, but I was Chairman in 2024

When did you start biking? Started 1983, and I've had a bike ever since.

How did you start biking? I was 16 years old & living in a fairly rural area, I had a Honda MB50, as a good one had been available at a bargain price. Training consisted of "there's a private road, learn". Later I got a Kawasaki KC100 to take my bike test followed by the usual motley collection of bikes typical of a youngster in the late 80s/ early 90s.‍

When did you join BAM? On the advice of a friend I joined in early 2000 & after passing my test, became a full member in late 2000

Best things about BAM?  I love the friendly & helpful attitude of a wide variety of members. The base of knowledge on so many subjects has been invaluable.

What Difference did joining BAM have on your riding/life? I had a lot of bad habits & BAM has removed a few of them. The tours have been a great experience & I look forward to more of them. I very much see BAM as like a second family.

Current bike(s): For the last 25 years I've had Honda CBR1100 Blackbirds- from the moment I test rode one I've never wanted anything else. The build quality, the smoothness, the power.‍

Most interesting story, or best experience, from your biking history: I have so many stories that start "No shit, there I was ..." -If anyone actually cares to listen, then I'll tell them in person.

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