2009 WNY Racing Rider Guidebook

It is the rider’s responsibility to read this book prior to participating in any WNYRacing event.

RULE  BOOK  DISCLAIMER

The rules and/or regulations set forth herein and in the WNYRacing by-laws are  designed to provide for the orderly conduct of racing events and to establish minimum acceptable requirements for such events.  These rules shall govern the condition of all events, and by participating in these events, all participants are deemed to have complied with these rules.  No expressed or implied warranty of safety shall result from publications of or compliance with these rules and/or regulations.  They are intended as a guide for the conduct of the sport and are in no way a guarantee against injury or death to a participant, spectator or official. Supplemental rules can be added and adjusted at any time.

The race director shall be empowered to permit minor deviation from any of the specifications herein or impose any further restrictions that in his opinion do not alter the minimum acceptable requirements.  No expressed or implied warranty of safety shall result from such alteration of specifications.  Any interpretation or deviation of these rules is left to the discretion of the officials.  Their decision is final.

-Western New York Racing Inc.

All riders are responsible for their own medical insurance.

New for 2009:

·         The Schoolgirl class age limit is now 9-13 years of age with bike displacement at 65cc to 109cc for 2 stroke and 90cc to 125cc for 4-stroke.

·          The Women’s class is for 14 years of age and older. Minimum bike displacement is 85cc.

·          The 65cc class has been split into an age group of 7-9 years of age and 10-11 years of age. These two classes will be stagger start.

·          The 51cc senior class age group has been changed to 6-8 years of age.

·          The MX Lites classes have been renamed to the 250 classes. See pages 4-5 for details.

·          The Motocross classes have been renamed to the 450 classes. See pages 4-5 for details.

·          A +40 Masters class has been added. This is a trophy class that any ranking can race.

·          A +40C class was added for the beginner and novice ranking over 40 rider.

Other reminders:  

·          Pit riding- NO PIT RIDING.  Pit riding is considered anything except walking the bike with the engine off.  The fine will result in review by the referee of the day.

·          Race results and other WNY Racing info can be found at www.wnyracing.com.

·          Rider must attend sign up to fill out the appropriate forms.  If the rider is a minor, a parent or authorized adult must accompany the rider to sign up to fill out the appropriate forms.  The parent/guardian must be present for the day.

·          Any rider who has not raced in the past 3 years may elect to race one lower class with approval of the day’s referee. All decisions are subject to review.

·          The cut-off date is Jan 1st for classes with age restrictions.

·          No bicycles are allowed at a track.

·          Mini riders advancing to a 125 must ride novice.

·          Quiet hour is 12:00 midnight.  Please respect the families that come with children trying to sleep. Loud generators will not be allowed.

WNY Racing Inc.

Advisory Board  

Tracks  

 

 

 

 

TBA

Palmyra Racing Association
bond43@rochester.rr.com

Frozen Ocean Moto-X
susan@baldcom.net

Freedom Motocross Park
Freedommx@Verizon.net

Area 51 Motocross
chris@area51motocross.com
 

Secretary   TBA
 
WNY Racing  Points keeper WNY RacingPointskeeper
 
Treasurer TBA

The Advisory board members above are the rider representatives.  If you have a question or issue, please contact them.

NO PIT RIDING.  Pit riding is considered anything except walking the bike with the engine off.  The fine will result in review by the referee of the day.  

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

 

 

2009 Advisory Board

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1

Table of Contents

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2

What Every Racer Should Know

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3

Membership Fees

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4

Age Restrictions

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5

Class Definitions

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6

General Equipment Specifications

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8

Rider’s Responsibilities

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9

Race Rotation

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10

Practice

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11

General

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11

Starts

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12

Protests

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13

Points and Scoring

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14

Prizes and Prize Money

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15

Flags and Their Meanings

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16

Application Information

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17

Track Locations and Information  

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18

WNY Racing  Annual Year End Awards Banquet  

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19

2009 51cc Criteria

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20

2009 WNY Racing Race Schedule

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Back Cover

WHAT EVERY RACER SHOULD KNOW

Motocross, like all sporting events, is meant to be fun, and like all sporting events there are certain rules and regulations that apply to everyone.  So that there are no unnecessary surprises or disappointments we have summarized here the activities/actions described throughout this rulebook that could cost you points, prizes, or the privilege to participate.

Infraction

Penalty

 

Bike specifications must be as outlined
 

Machine and rider disqualified

Switching bikes or riders between motos

Rider disqualified/Loss of points and/or prizes
  

Falsifying your riding status

Loss of points and/or prizes
 

Pit Riding - Pit riding is considered anything except walking the bike with the engine off.  
 

Review by the referee of the day  

Reckless riding
 

Disqualification and/or suspension

Unsportsman-like conduct of rider and/or pit crew
 

Rider disqualification, and WNY Racing Advisory board review

Alcohol or drug consumption by a rider

Immediate disqualification and/or suspension
 

Rider or any member of his party entering restricted areas
 

Disqualification

Riding in other than your designated practice  
 

Loss of line position in first moto (last place pick) or disqualification

Assisting a rider to restart his bike during his moto
  

Rider disqualification

Jumping the start  
 

Penalized at referee’s discretion

Cutting the track
 

Penalized at referee’s discretion

Passing or jumping on yellow or red cross flags

Rider will be docked last place in that moto or will be disqualified at the discretion of the referee or promoter.

The decision of the Referee is final and fully backed by the Board.  Any rider disqualified or suspended forfeits all points and or prizes and all fees paid.  We don’t like to penalize anyone, but in fairness to the majority these rules will be enforced.  We trust everyone will follow the rules and have a great day

NO BICYCLES ALLOWED AT ANY TRACK SATURDAY OR SUNDAY!!!

MEMBERSHIP

You must be a member of WNYRacing to be eligible for series trophies and awards!

Membership application fee for the WNYRacing shall be $30.00 per member.  From the beginning of the year to the last summer series event, the fee is $30.00 per member.  From the first fall series race event to the end of the year, the fee becomes $10.00.

Promoter’s membership fee shall be $30.00. 

The WNY Racing will honor current valid MX membership cards from other districts.  The rider will have to produce this membership card in order to race, and will race in their ranked class.  All other non-members that do not hold a district card from another district will pay a $5.00 fee each race.  This fee is not to be applied towards a membership with the WNYRacing. . Riders without a WNY Racing membership won’t be eligible for series/ year-end awards.

MOTOCROSS RACING SEASON

The season shall be run from April to October.  The period of time will be determined by the yearly-published schedule.  Points will be accumulated, recorded, and carried forward as necessary by the WNYRacing.

WNY Racing race promoters may conduct races outside the race season limits but will not have WNY Racing sanctioning.

CLASSES

All classes must be run and should be advertised.  Point standings shall be kept for the following classes:  

51cc Beginner 4-6 stock

51cc  Intermediate 4-8

51cc  Senior 6-8

4-6 years old, stock class, Class 3 bikes only. See definition of stock on page 6.

4-8 years old, Class 1 and 4 bikes only.

6-8 years old, Class 2 bikes only.  
 

60cc – 65cc
7-9 years old
10-11 years old  
  

7-9 & 10-11, 52-90cc for 4 stroke, 60-65cc for 2-stroke

Junior Mini

7-11 years old, 52-125cc for 4 stroke, 60-85cc for 2-stroke

 

Senior Mini

 

12-15 years old, 75-125cc for 4-stroke, 80-85cc for 2-stroke

Super Mini

10-15 years old, 75-150cc for 4-stroke, 80-112cc for 2-stroke

 

125 Schoolboy

12-15 years old, 126-250cc for 4-stroke, 100-144cc for 2-stroke

Schoolgirl

9-13 years old, 90-125cc for 4-stroke, 60-109cc for 2-stroke

 

Womens

14years and older, minimum of 85cc displacement.
  

 

16-24 Combined**

16-24 years old.  122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes, any ranking
 

 

250  Beginner

122cc to 250cc for 2 or 4-strokes
  

 

250  Novice

122cc to 250cc for 2 or 4-strokes
  

 

250  Amateur

122cc to 250cc for 2 or 4-strokes  
 

 

250  Expert

122cc to 250cc for 2 or 4-strokes
  

 

450 Beginner  

122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes  
 

 

450 Novice
  

122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes  

 

450 Amateur  

122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes  
 

 

450 Expert
 

122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes  

 

+25 A and B **

25 years of age or older, 122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes
  

 

Sr. A, Sr. B, & Sr. C**

30 years of age or older, 122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes
  

 

+40 C**

40 years of age or older, 122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes

 

+40 Masters**

40 years of age or older, 122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes

 

**A rider can elect to ride in these classes after they have celebrated their 16th, 25th, 30th, or 40th birthday. The Jan. 1st cut-off date doesn’t apply here.

125 Schoolboy and 16-24 Combined are secondary classes.  To be eligible to race in these classes you must also race in your ranked class.

Riders under the age of 14 may not compete on 400cc bikes or larger.

Once you have achieved a class rank, you cannot move down unless you petition the WNYRacing Board Members after riding in your designated class.  The petition will be reviewed at the next scheduled WNY Racing board meeting. Any rider who has not raced in the past 3 years may elect to race one lower class with the approval of the referee for the day. All decisions are subject to review. Once you have accumulated promotional points for your class and the series ends, your new ranking status begins.

CLASS AGE RESTRICTION

The cut-off date is before January 1st for any class having a maximum age limit.  If a rider’s birth date is January 1st or after he can elect to stay in the class until the end of the year.

CLASS DEFINITIONS

MINI-CLASS SPECIFICATIONS 

51cc Beginner 4-6 Stock

4-6 years old stock class.  Class 3 bikes only.  Please see specific bike models allowed on page 21.  To be eligible for the stock class, the following cannot be change or modified: engine, electronics, frame, carburetor (jetting changes are allowed), air box, rear suspension, front suspension, swing arm, forks, triple clamps, rims and exhaust system.

51cc Intermediate 4-8

4-8 years old  For all machines eligible for Class I and Class 4 bikes.   Please see specific bike models allowed on page 21.

51cc Senior 6-8

6-8 year old  For all machines eligible for Class 2.   Please see specific bike models allowed on page 22.

60cc – 65cc 7-9 & 10-11

60 to 65cc, minimum wheel size of 10” and a maximum wheel size of 14”, a maximum wheel base of 42”, 60 to 65cc for 2-strokes, 52 to 90cc for 4-strokes.

Junior Mini

60 to 85cc, a front wheel maximum of 17” a rear wheel minimum of 12” and a maximum of 16”, a maximum wheel base of 50”, 60 to 65cc for 2-strokes, 52 to 125cc for 4-strokes.  

Senior Mini                      

80 to 85cc, front wheel maximum of 17”, a rear wheel minimum of 14”: and a maximum of 16”, a maximum wheel base of 50”, 80 to 85cc for 2-strokes, 75 to 125cc for 4-strokes.

Super Mini

A rear wheel minimum of 14” and a max of 16”.  80 to 112cc for 2 strokes.  75 to 150cc for 4-strokes.  Big wheel 80/112cc 2-stroke and 150cc 4-stroke can ride here if rider meets age requirement.

125 SCHOOLBOY: A minimum wheel base of not less than 50” and a min. rear wheel size of 16”.   CRF Big Wheel 150F’s can compete in this class.

BEGINNER: First year rider and /or limited to riders who have not accumulated 100 points or have not raced in a higher class.

NOVICE: This class is for riders who have advanced from the Beginner class, or have not accumulated 150 points in the Novice class, or have not raced in a higher class.  Mini riders advance to Novice. 

AMATEUR: This class is for experienced riders who have advanced from a lower class and have not accumulated 300 points and 5 moto wins in the Amateur class and have not raced as an Expert with any other organization.

EXPERT: This class is our highest advanced classification.  For an expert to be eligible to receive a top 10 number for the year, the expert must race at least one class in each series.

SENIOR CLASSES: Senior riders must be 30 years old or older on race day.  Seniors will be divided into three classes; Sr. A, Sr. B, and Sr. C. Sr. B and Sr. C will be awarded trophies.  Sr. A will be 100% cash payback.  Bike displacement for this class is 122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes.    

     Senior A: Highest senior class.  Riders who hold a current ranking of Expert must ride here.

     Senior B: Class for riders who have advanced from Sr. C.  Novices and amateurs can race in this class. This is a non-advancement class.

     Senior C: Senior C riders will have a ranking of Beginner or Novice and will not have accumulated 250 points plus three top 5 finishes overall.  

16-24 COMBINED: Bike displacement for this class is 122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes, any ranking.

PLUS 25 A: These riders must be of Expert status and will be paid back according to the Expert pay back schedule. Bike displacement for this class is 122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes.  

PLUS 25 B: These riders must be of Beginner, Novice, or Amateur status and will be paid back trophies. Bike displacement for this class is 122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes.

PLUS 40 C: Rider must be 40 years old or older on race day, bike displacement for this class is 122cc to Open cc for 2 or 4-strokes.  These riders must be of Beginner, Novice status and will be paid back trophies.  

PLUS 40 MASTERS: Rider must be 40 years old or older on race day, bike displacement for this class is 122cc to Open, 2 or 4-strokes. Any Ranking  

WOMENS: These riders must be female, 12 years and older, and minimum bike displacement is 80cc.  Riders under the age of 14 may not compete on 400cc bikes or larger.

SCHOOLGIRL 9-15: These riders must be female.

FEMALE RIDERS: Females may ride in any class with regard to designated age and bike size restrictions.

NOTE FOR RIDERS WHO DOUBLE CLASS: Your status does not change regardless of the cc class you run.  The only exception is a Mini rider who also rides a 125cc.  On the 125cc machine you are considered a NOVICE.  

GENERAL EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS  

1. One engine, with a maximum displacement of the cc limit.

2. Maximum allowance noise level shall be 99dB for WNY Racing sanctioned events.  The Standard MIC/SAE J1287 sound test will be the district standard test.  

3. Gasoline only. Octane boosters will be permitted.

4. All motorcycles shall have: a frame, wheels and axles, handlebars, proper working controls, forks, gas tanks, fenders, manual transmissions, exhaust systems, and tires per approval of the WNY Racing. Motorcycles will have no sharp protruding objects.  No studded tires will be allowed.  Kickstands must be removed and any lights and/or gauges must be taped.  All glass or plastic must be taped.  

5. Number plates must be securely mounted.  Numbers must at least 5” for 100cc and below.  6” or higher for anything larger than 100cc bore.  Numbers must of standard type block lettering, and appear on each side and front of the motorcycle.  Background and number plate colors shall be as follows:

BLACK BACKGROUND WITH WHITE NOS.

PW50’s, 51cc 4-6, 51cc 7-8, 60cc, 80cc, 
    Beginner and Novice

YELLOW BACKGROUND WITH BLACK NOS.

Amateur

WHITE BACKGROUND WITH BLACK NOS.

Expert

PRO NATIONAL RIDERS HOLDING A CURRENT LICENSE:  

These backgrounds and numbers take precedence over WNY Racing  regulations.  However, somewhere on the number plates a small “n” be displayed in a contrasting color.

6. Helmet numbers or Numbers on Backs: All riders must display their current rider numbers.  Helmet numbers must be at least 3” high and be in contrast to the helmet color, and riders must visibly display their number on their backs.  This rule will be strictly enforced.  It is the rider’s responsibility to be sure their rider number is displayed visibly and clearly for scoring purposes. If the rider is not riding their WNYRacing designated number, it is the rider’s responsibility to notify the sign up personnel with the sign up form that day or the rider will be disqualified for that moto.

Permanent riding numbers assigned by the WNYRacing will take precedence in case of duplications. Big bike numbers have precedence over mini-bike riders moving up. National numbers will be accepted one week before and after the National event.

7. The referee shall have the power to disqualify any motorcycle that does not meet the rules and standards.

8. Apparel:  Riders, during practice and competition, must wear a DOT & Snell approved helmet (full-face helmets are highly recommended), shatterproof motocross goggles, gloves, protective pants and jerseys, and protective over-the-ankle leather boots.  All other protective clothing is recommended.  All visible numbers must be corresponding.

RIDER’S RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Each rider is responsible for the actions of his or her family and pit crew.  Unnecessary trouble caused by a rider’s family or crew makes that rider subject to disqualification.  No alcohol or drug consumption by any participant will be permitted.  ALL VIOLATORS WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.

2. Actions of a person or persons in dealing with Track Officials, with the exception of WNY Racing rider representative, shall be considered the responsibility of the rider and the rider shall be subject to referee decisions pertaining to unsportsmanlike conduct of the person(s)  so specified.

3. Any rider found to have falsified his or her rider status rank or age will lose points, trophies, and/or cash prizes.

4. Pit riding- NO PIT RIDING.  Pit riding is considered anything except walking the bike with the engine off.  The fine will result in review by the referee of the day.  The only exceptions will be designated warm-up areas and designated access lanes provided in areas with difficult access to track or pits.  Such areas will be properly marked and announced at the riders’ meeting.  If necessary, at the gate, rider representatives and members of the WNY Racing can and should assist in the enforcement of this rule.  Any board member can report a pit riding violation

5. No one but the rider may establish his position on the starting line.  Once established, pit crewmembers will be allowed to hold rider position.  Once the two minute warning on the line has been activated, the rider is the only one on the line.  No parent or pit crew will be allowed on the starting line during this time.

6.  In the event of a rider jumping the start, he or she shall be penalized at the discretion of the referee.

7. Any rider leaving the track shall only continue the race from the point where   he/she exited.  If it is unsafe or impossible to re-enter at the point of exit, the rider must  re-enter somewhere before (NOT after)  the point of exit.  Penalty for failure to do so will be at the discretion of the referee.

8. No pit riding shall be allowed by any person.  This means both racers and spectators.  No double riding.

9. All appeals for change of class shall be submitted in writing, and must include reasons for the appeal.  Appeals may be presented to any Board Member.  Approval or denial will be returned in writing.

10. All riders are responsible for their own medical insurance.

11. It is the rider’s responsibility to monitor their points for advancement and awards.  If the rider has not picked up their award or trophy for the year end and/or series, their award will be discarded.

If you are under 18, a parent or an authorized guardian MUST accompany you to sign-up EACH WEEK where you must both sign insurance releases, and MUST remain present at all times during your participation in any sanctioned event.  An authorized guardian must have notarized authorization signed by the rider’s parent or legal guardian.  A blanket authorization will not be accepted.  Authorizations must specify the date and track and will be retained by the track for their records.

RACE ROTATION

Classes

51cc Beginner 4-6 stock    

51cc Intermediate 4-8 

51cc Senior 7-8                

Plus 25 A & B              

16-24 Combined               

125 Schoolboy 

Womens/Schoolgirl 9-15

+40 Masters/+40C

7-9  & 10-11 60-65cc  

250  Expert/Sr. A        

250  Amateur

Times

8 min.

8 min.

8 min.

12 min.

12 min.

12 min.

10 min.

12 min.  

8 min.

16 min.

12 min.

Classes

250  Novice

250  Beginner 

Junior Mini     

Senior Mini     

Senior B/Senior C

450 Expert      

450 Amateur     

450 Novice      

450 Beginner    

Super Mini

Times

10 min.

10 min.

8 min.

10 min.

12 min.

16 min.

12 min.

10 min.

10 min.

10 min.

All classes will rotate each week, except 51cc classes.

NOTE:  Classes for the day may be combined by the promoter with the approval of the WNYRacing Referee.  They must, however, be stagger started.  The 51cc and 60cc classes should never be combined.  

SIGN-UP:      Sat

                   Sun

7:00-9:00 p.m.

7:00 - 9:00 a.m.

 

 

PRACTICE:

 

8:30 a.m.

RIDERS’ MEETING:

8:15 a.m.

FIRST RACE:

9:45 a.m.

REFUNDS are at the discretion of the promoter.

PRACTICE

51cc - One shaft (stock PW50’s JR50’s and KDX50’s) and one chain practice
60 cc
80cc
Beginner
Novice
Amateur
Expert

Late Bike: NO MINI RIDERS (At the discretion of the referee). This practice is for riders who have missed their distinctive practice class. Note: You must practice with your ranked class.

1. Practice rotation is up to the discretion of the promoters.  At the discretion of the promoter, any practice may be split and the practice starting time adjusted.  Riders should check at the riders’ meeting for any changes to the above practice schedule.  Any other changes after the riders’ meeting will be posted and announced by the promoter.  Race changes and classes being combined will be posted by 9:30 a.m. that morning.  It is the rider’s responsibility to check the posting board at 9:30 a.m. for schedule or class changes. 

2. Any rider who feels he qualifies for a second practice must first have the approval of the Head Starter or the Promoter.  No matter how many classes you sign up for, you must practice with your group only.

GENERAL

1. Under penalty of disqualification, a rider shall not use any bike in a meet other than the one they have used in the first moto.

No rider is permitted to qualify more than one bike for any class, except when a meet includes events requiring equipment of a different classification or displacement.  (Classification, unless otherwise specified in the rulebook, will be according to the manufacturer’s piston displacement specification for the make of motorcycle and/or engine.)

Maximum allowable overbore for 51cc is .020 inches.  For all other classes, bike must fit within limits of the class.

2. The bike that appears at the starting line for the rider’s first heat or moto shall be deemed the qualified bike for the day’s meet in the class.  Two contestants may use one bike as long as they are entered in different classes.

3. Practice shall be limited to the designated racecourse. Riders riding or permitting their bike to ridden outside of the boundaries shall be excluded from the meet.

4. A rider whose bike is disabled before he reaches the finish line may, by his own unaided muscular energy, push or carry his bike (in the direction of the track) across the finish line to receive the checkered flag, and under such conditions will be considered as having completed the event.

5. Riders must not be assisted off the starting line.  If, during the course of the race, a rider stops for any reason whatsoever, he must restart without any outside assistance, except for a 51cc bike.  Should he fall, so as to block the course and endanger other riders, he may be assisted or his machine pushed to the side of the course.  Any attempt to assist other than in this manner will entail immediate disqualification for the rider assisted.

6. In the case, at the discretion of the Referee, it is necessary to stop an event, the race will be considered completed if 1/2 or more of the moto has been run.  The rider shall be scored according to their position in the lap preceding the lap in which they were RED-FLAGGED.  Restarts will be at the discretion of the referee.

7. No rider shall at any time ride in such a manner which endangers the safety of other riders, officials, track personnel, or the public, and when in violation of this rule, shall be subject to immediate disqualification and/or suspension, permanent or otherwise, by the Referee.

8. The maximum number of riders allowed to start in any event is one rider per gate.  The starting riders shall be a stipulated number of fastest qualifiers by reason of time trial or qualifying heats.  At no time will more riders be permitted to start in a consolation event than were deemed numerically safe for competition in any of the earlier events.

9. The WNYRacing will not limit the number of classes any rider may race.

STARTS

Uniform starts will be practiced.  A two-minute warning will be displayed.  A one-minute warning will also be displayed.  A ready signal will be given, and the start will occur as soon as possible thereafter. When the race promoter has acceptable facilities the referee may allow electronically controlled starting lights. In no instance will a start be delayed beyond two minutes from the time the first warning was displayed.  All starts will be made with a mechanical gate. Gate position for the first moto of each class will be decided by drawing numbers.

Mechanical Gate Starts:

1. A rear marker should be placed no more than 8 ft. behind the starting gate drop bars.

2. A rider must keep his rear tire in front of and off of any established rear marker.  In the event there is no rear marker, the front tire must not be more than 12 in. from the starting gate drop bar.

3. Bikes must be lined up on the straight section of the drop bar.  Lining up between the drop bars will not be allowed.

4. In the event of a breakdown in equipment, the referee will coordinate a flag start.

False Starts:

1. An official must be stationed at the side of the course, under orders of the starter or Referee.

2. In the event of a false start, which will be indicated to the starter by a prearranged signal, the starter will display a red flag to stop the race as soon as practical.

PROTESTS

1. All disqualification’s and/or penalties shall be made by the head Referee only and will be upheld by the promoter. The Referee’s decision is final.

2. Protests may be filed in writing within 30 minutes after the protested moto results are posted and must be accompanied with a $10.00 fee for standard protests, or $100.00 for protests involving tear-downs.  If the protest is upheld, fees will be returned to the protesting rider.  If the protest is overruled, the $10.00 fee will be forfeited to the WNY Racing and the $100.00 fee will be split between the protested rider and  WNY Racing. Protested bikes will be torn down after the second moto.

If a rider needs to file a protest, the rider will need to fill out a protest sheet and fill this out prior to speaking with the referee.  These sheets will be located at the sign up area at each track.

POINTS AND SCORING

The following chart will be used to determine points:

Finish

Points

Finish

Points

Finish

Points

1

20

6

10

11

5

2

17

7

9

12

4

3

15

8

8

13

3

4

13

9

7

14

2

5

11

10

6

15

1

How to calculate your finish:

Your 1st moto finish + your 2nd moto finish = your score. The rider with the lowest score is awarded 1st place overall.  The rider with the 2nd lowest score is awarded 2nd place overall, and so on.  In the case of two or more riders receiving the same total score, the 2nd moto finish position will be used to break the tie. 

Example:                     

 

1st Moto

2nd Moto

Score

Overall

Rider No. 1

1

3

4

3

Rider No. 2

3

1

4

1

Rider No. 3

2

2

4

2

Rider No. 4

4

4

8

4

If you do not complete the entire moto your finish position will be determined by the laps you complete.  (I.e. 28 riders start; 26 riders complete an entire 6 lap moto, 1 rider completes only 4 laps, and 1 rider completes only 3 laps.  The rider who completed 4 laps would be given 27th place and the rider who completed 3 laps would be given 28th place.

If you complete less than 1 lap and do not pass the scorekeepers in the first moto you will be scored as last place plus 1.  (You must have started the race to be scored.)  In the second moto, however, you must complete two full laps with or without power and pass the scorekeeper twice to be scored in that moto or you will be given a DNS and no points for that race.

Any class that has over 40 riders must be split.  The heats will consist of taking the top 16 from each heat to go to the main.  A consolidation race will be run for advancement to the final heat for rider’s that did not qualify from the heats.  The top 8 will be taken from the consolidation race.  This will be a two-lap format.  There are NO separate trophies/ points given for a consolidation event.   All rider’s that qualify for a final heat, either from the original qualifying hear OR through a consolation, enter the final event with their actual 1st moto finish.       

In the event of a one moto format, you will be scored on the one moto finish.

All promotions shall be subject to review by the referee’s committee

Points Required for Advancement:

Beginner to Novice

100 points

Novice to Amateur       

150 points

Amateur to Expert       

300 points and 5 moto wins

Senior C to Senior B

250 points and 3 top-5 overall finishes

Points are carried from series to series for ADVANCEMENT to the next higher class.  Advancement points will follow the rider and will accumulate from class to class and from series to series.  The highest points to carry in both classes to be used for advancement only.

A rider who accumulates enough points to advance during a series may elect to remain in the class he began the series in until the end of that series, BUT must advance to the next higher class at the conclusion of that series.  Series plus advancement points will continue to collect and will carry over.

Points are totaled per series for overall series awards.  All three series are totaled together for overall year-end awards.  All riders that advance by points out of Beginner, Novice, and Amateur classes will be recognized for year end awards.

The following classes do not carry points forward:

All Expert Classes

16 –24 Combined

125 Schoolboy

+40 c & +40 Masters

Super Mini

51cc & 60cc

Senior Mini

Sr. B

Junior Mini

Women’s

+25 B

Schoolgirl 9-15

NOTE: It is recommended that any rider participating in a National event and placing in the top 5 move to the next higher class than he currently rides in the WNY Racing at the start of the next season (providing there were 20 or more entries in the National event class).

NOTE: Mini riders who double class or move to a 125cc bike - Rider status for  the 125 class will be NOVICE.

NOTE: Riders who advance from any single class automatically advance in all other classes.

PRIZES AND PRIZE MONEY

1. A minimum of at least two (2) award places will be awarded for the first five riders in each class run, with at least one (1) additional award per each four (4) additional riders in that class.    If there are not 5 riders in the class, the promoter can pay back only one (1) award.  It is recommended that the promoter give one (1) award for every three (3) riders with up to maximum of 10 positions paid back for amateur riders.

2. Prize money for Expert classes will be paid per moto at the ratio of 1 for 2. It is recommended that the promoter pay back one (1) place for every two (2) riders with up to a maximum of 10 positions.  The total minimum pay back for both motos will be as follows:

Rider sign-up

Pay back

0-175

100%

176- 275

150%

276+

200%

The Sr. A class will be set at 100%.

3. The distribution of trophies and expert pay back must be posted prior to the start of the first race.

FLAGS AND THEIR MEANINGS

The following flags, measuring 30” by 30”, shall be used:  

GREEN

Start race
  

WHITE

One lap to go to finish
  

YELLOW

DANGER ON TRACK.  ALL RIDERS TO EXERCISE CAUTION AND HOLD POSITION UNTIL PASSING THE ACCIDENT.  ANY RECKLESS RIDING UNDER THE YELLOW FLAG COULD LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.  ALL FLAGMEN SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH A YELLOW FLAG TO INDICATE DANGER ON THE TRACK.  NO JUMPING.
 

BLACK

Disqualification of individual rider, report to Referee at once.
  

WHITE WITH RED CROSS

 

DANGER ON TRACK.  ALL RIDERS ARE TO EXERCISE CAUTION AND HOLD POSITION UNTIL PASSING THE ACCIDENT.  ANY RECKLESS RIDING UNDER THE WHITE WITH RED CROSS FLAG COULD LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.  NO JUMPING.  
 

BLACK AND WHITE CHECKER     

Finish - End of Race (Checks  5”x 5”)
  

RED                                              

IMMEDIATELY STOPPING OF RACEFOR ANY EMERGENCY. NO JUMPING.
  

GREEN & WHITE FLAGS CROSSED

Half the moto is completed. (Required in all classes.)

The pages in the middle of this handbook are the required forms needed to race in the WNYRacing, Inc.  Please tear these from this handbook, complete, and send to the address at the top of the membership form.  The rest of the handbook is yours to keep.  Remember to fill in all information and to use the minor release form for all riders under 18.  Removing, completing, and mailing these forms with appropriate monies assumes that you have read and agree with the rules and regulations set forth in this book.  Please call any board member if you have any questions whatsoever (see page 1).

Paperwork required for 2009 WNY Racing memberships:

2009 WNYRacing membership - 18 years or older:

1. Membership form filled out front and back.

2. Proof of age is required for all riders regardless what class you are riding.

2009 WNYRacing membership - under 18 years of age:

1. Membership form filled out front and back.  This includes the requirement of the notary public part filled out and notarized.  

2. Proof of age is required for all riders regardless what class you are riding.

3. Minor release form filled out front & back.

Please call any board member or the secretary if you have any questions.

PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL RIDERS REGARDLESS WHAT CLASS YOU ARE RIDING.  It can be a copy of a birth certificate, school record, or driver’s license.  If you cannot race this year but plan to race in the future, you may hold your bike number by becoming an associate member.

Any member who is actively engaged in military service will have a free membership to the WNYRacing for the season. They must provide a current active military ID.

PLEASE CHECK THE MAILING LABEL for any errors, and make changes if necessary. **Payments must be made in U.S. funds. **

TRACK LOCATIONS AND PROMOTERS

 AREA 51 MOTOCROSS

      Location:          On Kelsey Rd off of Harloff Rd., Batavia, NY
    (Next to Batavia Thruway)

      Information:     (585) 345-4733

      Gates Open:     Saturday: 3 p.m – 11 p.m. Sunday: 7 a.m.

      Website:          www.area51motocross.com

 FREEDOM MOTOCROSS PARK

Location:         Tower Rd (Old East County Line Rd) Freedom NY

Information:    (716) 514-6018

Gates Open:    Saturday: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m., Sunday: 7 a.m.

Website:          www.freedommx.com

PALMYRA RACING ASSOCIATION

      Location:          Hogback Hill Rd., Palmyra, NY

      Information:     bond43@rochester.rr.com

      Gates Open:     Saturday 7 p.m. - 11 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m.

      Website:           www.palmyramx.com

FROZEN OCEAN MOTOPARK

       Location:          4415 Vanderstouw Rd., Auburn, NY

      Information:     (315) 784-5466

      Gates Open:     Saturday 4 p.m. – 11 p.m., Sunday  7 a.m.

      Website:           www.frozen-ocean.com  

·          NO BICYCLES AT ANY TRACK AT ANY TIME!!!

·          TRASH IS CARRY IN - CARRY OUT FOR ALL TRACKS

·          DURING THE YEAR, IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT AS TO WHETHER A RACE IS GOING TO BE RUN, YOU MAY CALL THE INDIVIDUAL TRACK OR CHECK THE WNY RACING WEBSITE FOR LATE BREAKING NEWS.

 

2009 WNYRacing YEAR-END BANQUET - TBA

2009 51cc CRITERIA

51cc Beginner 4-6 stock

4-6 yrs old, Class 3 stock bikes only.  

51cc Intermediate 4-8

4-8 yrs old, for all machines eligible for Class 1 and Class 4 bikes  

51cc Senior 6-8

7-8 yrs old, for all machines eligible for Class 2.

To be eligible for the 51cc Beginner 4-6 stock class, the following cannot be change or modified: engine, electronics, frame, carburetor (jetting changes are allowed), air box, rear suspension, front suspension, swing arm, forks, triple clamps, rims and exhaust system.

51cc CLASS ELIGIBILITY LIST 

 MAKE/MODEL

 YAMAHA PW50 

YAMAHA TTR 50 
SUZUKI JR50 
KAWASAKI KDX50 
KTM MINI ADVENTURE SX/O.I. 
KTM 50 SR. ADVENTURE 
KTM SX PRO JR LC 
KTM SX PRO SR LC 
COBRA KING 
COBRA PW3 O.I. 
COBRA CH2 
COBRA CM 
COBRA R2 
COBRA R3 
HONDA XR50R3/CRF50 
POLINI X1 WORKS 
POLINI X3 WORKS 

LEM R2  

LEM R3

CONTI RX 50

FACTORY PHANTOM R12

PRC LX

PRC LX-R

PRC LX-RR

PHANTOM R12/1

ELIGIBLE CLASS NUMBERS 

CLASS 1, CLASS 3, CLASS 4 

CLASS 4
CLASS 1, CLASS 3, CLASS 4 
CLASS 1, CLASS 3, CLASS 4 
CLASS 1, CLASS 3, CLASS 4 
CLASS 2 
CLASS 1, CLASS 2 
CLASS 2 
CLASS 2 
CLASS 1, CLASS 4 
CLASS 2 
CLASS 1, CLASS 2 
CLASS 1, CLASS 2 
CLASS 2 
CLASS 4 
CLASS 1, CLASS 2 
CLASS 2 

CLASS 1, CLASS 2

CLASS 2

CLASS 2

CLASS 2

CLASS 2

CLASS 2

CLASS 2

CLASS 2

The above list represents current 51cc models eligible for competition.  Please consult WNY Racing Rider Advisors or referee with any questions.