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Expert Profile: Andrew Booth

Expertise:  Motorcycle safety in the UK and providing links to safety organisations in the UK. I can also advise on road safety issues and some areas of road safety law in the UK although I can only offer guidelines, there is no substitute for a qualified legal advisor.

Experience in the area
I was a Gold Star Riding instructor in the eighties until a serious accident nearly cost me my life. I have been active in road safety for over ten years in the UK and have had success in having road safety measures implimented in various areas, mainly around our local schools. I have ridden motorcycles of all sorts (from GT750 waterbus to CB250 dream) since the late 70's and prefer four stroke road bikes, my favourite was my old CB750F. two strokes are too noisy, off-roaders are impractical in this part of the UK

Publications
Local and regional newspapers.

Awards and Honors
Gold Star Riding certificate. (Now part of RoSPA)

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What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?  As much as I possibly can ! I would love to get rid of the "Biker" label in the UK ... motorcyclists are not all greasy long-haired foul smelling layabouts!
Something controversial or provocative about this subject  90% of motorcycle accidents are caused by "Driver error" (Usually the person tucked up nice and safe in a metal box!) UK riders are fed up with being ripped off by high fuel prices
What do you like about this subject?  Freedom of the wind in your face, touring with total freedom and the fun! There's nowt to beat a ride around the Lake District in the summer with a few good friends!
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:  I am at the moment restoring a 1975 Honda and can't wait to get it back on the road.
Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 420
Knowledge   9.80   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   9.70   Best of the best
Timeliness   10.0   Best of the best
Politeness   9.90   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
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Max Questions to be Asked
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Total Questions
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35
Recent Reviews from Users
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User Comments
Thanks for all your help!
(James on 09/26/08)
Thanks you so much for the info.
(Crystal on 06/20/08)
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(Prime on 04/16/08)
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Recent Answers from Andrew Booth
2008-09-22  Clutch It's true, motorcycle clutches are different to car clutches, not only are they generally a 'wet' clutch, (There are a very few exceptions like on some American machines such as older Harleys, typical!)...
2008-09-21  front tire Just an idea as it's not really my area but have you checked the wheel for true? If the wheel was slightly 'dished' it would wear very quickly on one side. A dealer would be able to advise you but you...
2008-09-17  mopeds I would suggest you contact your local council road safety department. They should have a list of approved CBT instructors. It doesn't matter who you use but soon CBT will be a legal requirement, that...
2008-08-07  Instability Andy, Not really my field but I might be able to suggest something. You don't mention the make, model or CC of the bike which would help but I would suggest that you get the shock absorbers and forks...
2008-06-01  training Sounds like you're having fun? !! ;o) I would hazard a guess that you are not in the UK? Our training courses, even the CBT last for at least a week. (CBT is Compulsory Basic Training, you are not allowed...
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