Club Rules

The following rules and regulations are applicable to all Motorcycle Cross Country competition events organised and promoted by WYRE FOREST OFF-ROAD, By participating or spectating at any of WYRE FOREST OFF-ROAD events you are agreeing to abide by all its rules & any supplementary rules set out by the I.O.P.D

Riders

All competitors must be physically and mentally fit to compete in motorcycle competitions. Riders who are registered disabled must declare themselves to the organisers and must provide proof of fitness (a doctor's certificate) at signing on. The organisers reserve the right to withdraw any competitor from an event should they be deemed to be unfit to compete.
It is the responsibility of the competitor to enter the correct class. The organisers reserve the right to re-grade competitors.
All competitors must wear protective clothing as follows:
Crash Helmet - this must be of a competition standard and carry either a current ACU Gold stamp or an equivalent from overseas motorcycling organisations.
Boots - these must be of an off road type.
Gloves - these must be of an off road type.
Race pants and shirt - of an off road type, long sleeve.
Goggles - of an off road type.
Knee pads, leg braces, body armour and kidney belts all offer additional protection and are recommended but not mandatory.

Machines
All machines must be of an off road type (enduro, motocross, trail or trials) side stands must be removed prior to racing. Only 1 (one) machine can be ridden in a race no changes of machine is allowed after technical inspection/after the start or during a race.

Tyres
Any off road pattern tyre is permitted. Machines must be fitted with tyres suitable for the machine - note that trials tyres may not be fitted to enduro or motocross machines.

Exhausts
There will be random noise meter testing at all events. The noise limit for 2008 is at 96dBA. Properly packed, standard silencers meet this requirement (apart from Honda crf 150cc). If a machine becomes noisey during a race it will be removed until rectified. If you have an aftermarket silencer it is advisable to bring the standard one with you.

Technical Inspection
All machines must be presented to technical inspection prior to being placed on the start line. Each machine will be inspected for general safety - please note that the responsibility for maintaining a machines safety during the event is with the rider. The organisers may remove an unsafe machine from the course at any time during the event - the machine may be made safe, presented to technical control and then, once approved, return to the course.

Course Marking
The course will be marked with "dayglo" arrows and track tape and will be available for walking the day prior to the race. The course must be walked prior to the first race of the day (before 9.45am)
Where a single arrow marks the course the arrow must be passed within 5 metres.
Where a pair of arrows is arranged as a gate the arrows (gate) must be passed through.
Where the course is marked with track tape on one side and arrows on the other riders must pass between the tape and arrows.
Where the course is marked with track tape on both sides riders must remain between the tapes.
If the marked course is left for any reason it must be re-joined at the place it was left or if not safe to do so, at the earliest possible opportunity without gaining any postions.
Under no circumstances ride against the flow of the course.

Pit Area and Re-Fuelling
Speed limit in the pit area and lap scoreing is Walking Pace (max 5mph) these areas will be marked with green/white hazard tape.
The Pit Area is a NO SMOKING area. No pets are allowed in the pit area and must be kept on a lead at all times when out of owners vehicle.
Children under 16 are not allowed in the pit area unless they are competing in the event and the race that is in progress at the time of being in the pit area.
Prior to the race machines may be filled with fuel in the paddock. Once they have been through Technical control the machines must be placed on the start line and any subsequent fuelling must be completed in the designated re-fuelling/pit area. Re-fuelling must be completed using a proper device (eg funnel). Environmental mats are encouraged.
Please note Dry Brake Fuel Systems are not permitted
Any size of properly approved fuel cell may be fitted to the machines. Fuel may not be carried by the rider. If a rider runs out of fuel on the course he/she may leave the course and push the machine (with assistance if available) to the Pit area. The machine may then be re-fuelled and the machine may be pushed/ridden directly back to the place where the course was left (or a point earlier in the lap) and the race may be re-joined.

Do not carry fuel out to the bike.
Do not re-join the course at any point other than where it was left or from the pit area.
Do not ride in the paddock.
Do not re-fuel in the paddock after 9.30am on race day or after technical inspection.
When returning to the course after re-fuelling take care if riding the bike as you will riding in areas where there may be spectators, marshals and other pedestrians.

Signalling Area
Where a signalling area is provided it should be used by only one member of a rider's pit crew and once the rider has passed the crew member should leave the signal area.

Outside Assistance
Outside assistance is permitted so long as the rider is primarily in control of the machine.

Penalties
Penalties will be applied to a competitor if he/she or his/her support crew are seen to act in an unsafe or un-sportsman like manner. The penalty will take the form of either a Stop/Go Penalty or removal from the event and exclusion form the results.

Penalties will be applied as follows:

Stop/Go Penalty:-
The penalty will be applied to any rider or pit crew who deliberately conducts them self in an unfair or unsafe manner.The actual penalty will require the rider to enter a clearly designated area, come to a halt, wait 60 seconds and then proceed back to the racetrack. The engine may remain running during the Stop period.The rider will be notified as soon as possible after the infringement by means of a Stop-Go board with his/her number clearly displayed on it or told at lap scoreing. It is the riders responsibility to check for penalty notification at Lap Scoring and then to enter the Stop-Go area.Failure to comply with a Stop-Go penalty instruction will result in a Black Flag (immediate disqualification).The penalty does not remove the right (of other riders) to lodge a formal protest, however, a correctly applied Stop-Go penalty will be classed as mitigation for the protested rider during the investigation process.The Stop-Go penalty may be Protested at the end of the race in the normal manner.A Stop-Go penalty will be applied in the following circumstances:-

Jumping the start.
Re-fuelling the wrong side of the pit area tapes. Note that refuelling away from the pit area (out on the course will result in disqualification).Excessive speed in the pit area (remember it's walking pace in the pits so that your pit crews have somewhere safe to work).Minor Course Cutting eg:oFailing to make a bona-fide attempt at following the marked course.oCutting a single corneroFailing to re-join the course at the point it was left ie, if you go through the tapes, go back in where you broke them - subject to it being safe to do so.
Failing to comply with an official marshal's instruction or Overly aggressive riding. We accept that it's a race but please remember that the race includes young and/or novice riders. By all means shout to make a slower rider aware of your presence but take care when passing. Slower riders please be courteous and allow the faster people to pass you at a safe place.Deliberately blocking another rider or support crew.

Exclusion from the Event:-
Riders will be excluded from the event under the following circumstances:
Blatant cheating.
Dangerous riding.
Abusive conduct towards other riders, pit crews, spectators or event officials.
Receiving more than 2 Stop/Go penalties.

Protests and Right of Appeal
Protests must be registered with the Clerk of The Course within 30 minutes of the official results being published. The protest must be in written form and must include the following information:-

Event Name and Date
Rider's Name
Rider's Number
Rider's Class
A written description of the protest
A list of witnesses as appropriate

The protest must be accompanied by cash or a cheque for £25. The £25 will be refunded in the event of the protest being upheld. If the protest is turned down the money will be donated to the Ambulance/first aid crew attending the event.
Protests will be heard by the Clerk of the Course and one other event official and their decision will be provided in written form at the earliest possible time with the aim being to make the decision within 30 minutes.
Appeals must be registered in writing within 3 days of the protest decision. Appeals against a Protest Decision will be heard by two event officials and one rider's representative and the outcome will be communicated to all concerned in writing at the earliest possible time.

The Race
Following technical inspection competitors will place their machines on the start line as indicated by the marker boards and start line official. Any machine found without a Technical Inspection indicator or parked on the wrong row will be removed from the start line.
All riders must be present at the start line 15 minutes prior to the start of their race. Any machine without a rider will be removed from the line.
The race briefing will be given by the Clerk of The Course approx 10 minutes prior to the race commencing. It is essential that you are present for the briefing as important safety information as well as any last minute changes to the event will be given at this time.
Following the briefing the "Warm Up Engines" board will be raised and engines may be started.
Shortly afterwards the "Stop Engines" board will be raised and all engines must be stopped.
The Start Line Official will then show the warning board - 15 Seconds" and the countdown will begin. At some point during the countdown from 15 to zero the start flag will be dropped, engines may be started and the race begins.
Please note that you will be racing against other riders in your class only - everyone in your class will start the race at the same time.
The race will then run for 1/1.5 hrs depending on class this may be reduced at any time prior to or during the race without notice. Once the race time has passed the chequered flag will be raised and the riders finish time will be noted.
The rider who then passes the chequered flag with the most laps will be the winner, the next rider second and so on.

Note: Once the chequered flag has been raised the course closing marshal will be sent out and the timing equipment will remain active for a further 30 minutes. After that time it will be turned off and any riders passing the flag thereafter will not have their final lap counted. Their score will be taken from the previous lap. Lap times will normally be between 10 and 20 minutes, a 30 minute allowance allows sufficient time for slower riders to complete their lap whilst still enabling the results to be published promptly.

Signing On
When you arrive at the race details of the administration will be clearly displayed at the signing on area. Please pay special attention to the timings and also any supplementary instructions which are displayed.

Children and Pets
We welcome children and pets at our events but please remember that there are vehicles moving around the area at all times. Pets must be kept on a lead at all times when out of a vehicle. A number of events are in summer so if you are bringing a pet please bring something to allow it to be secured outdoors and have plenty of water to drink - cars and vans get very hot.

All Children, especially very young ones must be supervised by a parent at all times and no-one under 16 (other than competitors during there race) may enter the pit area. Any child found without a parent will have there rider removed from the race or other penalties may be imposed.

Paddock and Camping Area.
Children and pets walk around the paddock area so please:
NO RIDING OF MOTORBIKES (of any kind) IN THE PADDOCK.
Please park considerately in the paddock; allow a clear roadway in and out, by all means use the space available but if it is limited please allow everyone a fair share.
Do not jet wash your bikes in the paddock, it causes the ground to become muddy and it also washes petrol and oil into the landowner's soil. Where possible a designated Jet Wash area will be set up and will be clearly sign posted.
If you are sleeping in a tent please ensure that it is either fully protected from traffic or is very clearly visible at night time. Remember there will be vehicles moving around in the paddock after dark.
Please take your rubbish home with you, your entry fees have to cover the cost of skips, we try to keep costs down - help us to help you.

BBQs
Whilst we have never had to impose a BBQ ban please be careful, especially during the summer months, with their placement and operation. Please do not place disposable BBQs directly onto the grass.



	Club Rules The following rules and regulations are applicable to all Motorcycle Cross Country competition events organised and promoted by WYRE FOREST OFF-ROAD, By participating or spectating at any of WYRE FOREST OFF-ROAD events you are agreeing to abide by all its rules & any supplementary rules set out by the I.O.P.D Riders All competitors must be physically and mentally fit to compete in motorcycle competitions. Riders who are registered disabled must declare themselves to the organisers and must provide proof of fitness (a doctor's certificate) at signing on. The organisers reserve the right to withdraw any competitor from an event should they be deemed to be unfit to compete. It is the responsibility of the competitor to enter the correct class. The organisers reserve the right to re-grade competitors. All competitors must wear protective clothing as follows: Crash Helmet - this must be of a competition standard and carry either a current ACU Gold stamp or an equivalent from overseas motorcycling organisations. Boots - these must be of an off road type. Gloves - these must be of an off road type. Race pants and shirt - of an off road type, long sleeve. Goggles - of an off road type. Knee pads, leg braces, body armour and kidney belts all offer additional protection and are recommended but not mandatory. Machines All machines must be of an off road type (enduro, motocross, trail or trials) side stands must be removed prior to racing. Only 1 (one) machine can be ridden in a race no changes of machine is allowed after technical inspection/after the start or during a race. Tyres Any off road pattern tyre is permitted. Machines must be fitted with tyres suitable for the machine - note that trials tyres may not be fitted to enduro or motocross machines. Exhausts There will be random noise meter testing at all events. The noise limit for 2008 is at 96dBA. Properly packed, standard silencers meet this requirement (apart from Honda crf 150cc). If a machine becomes noisey during a race it will be removed until rectified. If you have an aftermarket silencer it is advisable to bring the standard one with you. Technical Inspection All machines must be presented to technical inspection prior to being placed on the start line. Each machine will be inspected for general safety - please note that the responsibility for maintaining a machines safety during the event is with the rider. The organisers may remove an unsafe machine from the course at any time during the event - the machine may be made safe, presented to technical control and then, once approved, return to the course. Course Marking The course will be marked with "dayglo" arrows and track tape and will be available for walking the day prior to the race. The course must be walked prior to the first race of the day (before 9.45am) Where a single arrow marks the course the arrow must be passed within 5 metres. Where a pair of arrows is arranged as a gate the arrows (gate) must be passed through. Where the course is marked with track tape on one side and arrows on the other riders must pass between the tape and arrows. Where the course is marked with track tape on both sides riders must remain between the tapes. If the marked course is left for any reason it must be re-joined at the place it was left or if not safe to do so, at the earliest possible opportunity without gaining any postions. Under no circumstances ride against the flow of the course. Pit Area and Re-Fuelling Speed limit in the pit area and lap scoreing is Walking Pace (max 5mph) these areas will be marked with green/white hazard tape. The Pit Area is a NO SMOKING area. No pets are allowed in the pit area and must be kept on a lead at all times when out of owners vehicle. Children under 16 are not allowed in the pit area unless they are competing in the event and the race that is in progress at the time of being in the pit area. Prior to the race machines may be filled with fuel in the paddock. Once they have been through Technical control the machines must be placed on the start line and any subsequent fuelling must be completed in the designated re-fuelling/pit area. Re-fuelling must be completed using a proper device (eg funnel). Environmental mats are encouraged. Please note Dry Brake Fuel Systems are not permitted Any size of properly approved fuel cell may be fitted to the machines. Fuel may not be carried by the rider. If a rider runs out of fuel on the course he/she may leave the course and push the machine (with assistance if available) to the Pit area. The machine may then be re-fuelled and the machine may be pushed/ridden directly back to the place where the course was left (or a point earlier in the lap) and the race may be re-joined. Do not carry fuel out to the bike. Do not re-join the course at any point other than where it was left or from the pit area. Do not ride in the paddock. Do not re-fuel in the paddock after 9.30am on race day or after technical inspection. When returning to the course after re-fuelling take care if riding the bike as you will riding in areas where there may be spectators, marshals and other pedestrians. Signalling Area Where a signalling area is provided it should be used by only one member of a rider's pit crew and once the rider has passed the crew member should leave the signal area. Outside Assistance Outside assistance is permitted so long as the rider is primarily in control of the machine. Penalties Penalties will be applied to a competitor if he/she or his/her support crew are seen to act in an unsafe or un-sportsman like manner. The penalty will take the form of either a Stop/Go Penalty or removal from the event and exclusion form the results. Penalties will be applied as follows: Stop/Go Penalty:- The penalty will be applied to any rider or pit crew who deliberately conducts them self in an unfair or unsafe manner.The actual penalty will require the rider to enter a clearly designated area, come to a halt, wait 60 seconds and then proceed back to the racetrack. The engine may remain running during the Stop period.The rider will be notified as soon as possible after the infringement by means of a Stop-Go board with his/her number clearly displayed on it or told at lap scoreing. It is the riders responsibility to check for penalty notification at Lap Scoring and then to enter the Stop-Go area.Failure to comply with a Stop-Go penalty instruction will result in a Black Flag (immediate disqualification).The penalty does not remove the right (of other riders) to lodge a formal protest, however, a correctly applied Stop-Go penalty will be classed as mitigation for the protested rider during the investigation process.The Stop-Go penalty may be Protested at the end of the race in the normal manner.A Stop-Go penalty will be applied in the following circumstances:- Jumping the start. Re-fuelling the wrong side of the pit area tapes. Note that refuelling away from the pit area (out on the course will result in disqualification).Excessive speed in the pit area (remember it's walking pace in the pits so that your pit crews have somewhere safe to work).Minor Course Cutting eg:oFailing to make a bona-fide attempt at following the marked course.oCutting a single corneroFailing to re-join the course at the point it was left ie, if you go through the tapes, go back in where you broke them - subject to it being safe to do so. Failing to comply with an official marshal's instruction or Overly aggressive riding. We accept that it's a race but please remember that the race includes young and/or novice riders. By all means shout to make a slower rider aware of your presence but take care when passing. Slower riders please be courteous and allow the faster people to pass you at a safe place.Deliberately blocking another rider or support crew. Exclusion from the Event:- Riders will be excluded from the event under the following circumstances: Blatant cheating. Dangerous riding. Abusive conduct towards other riders, pit crews, spectators or event officials. Receiving more than 2 Stop/Go penalties. Protests and Right of Appeal Protests must be registered with the Clerk of The Course within 30 minutes of the official results being published. The protest must be in written form and must include the following information:- Event Name and Date Rider's Name Rider's Number Rider's Class A written description of the protest A list of witnesses as appropriate The protest must be accompanied by cash or a cheque for £25. The £25 will be refunded in the event of the protest being upheld. If the protest is turned down the money will be donated to the Ambulance/first aid crew attending the event. Protests will be heard by the Clerk of the Course and one other event official and their decision will be provided in written form at the earliest possible time with the aim being to make the decision within 30 minutes. Appeals must be registered in writing within 3 days of the protest decision. Appeals against a Protest Decision will be heard by two event officials and one rider's representative and the outcome will be communicated to all concerned in writing at the earliest possible time. The Race Following technical inspection competitors will place their machines on the start line as indicated by the marker boards and start line official. Any machine found without a Technical Inspection indicator or parked on the wrong row will be removed from the start line. All riders must be present at the start line 15 minutes prior to the start of their race. Any machine without a rider will be removed from the line. The race briefing will be given by the Clerk of The Course approx 10 minutes prior to the race commencing. It is essential that you are present for the briefing as important safety information as well as any last minute changes to the event will be given at this time. Following the briefing the "Warm Up Engines" board will be raised and engines may be started. Shortly afterwards the "Stop Engines" board will be raised and all engines must be stopped. The Start Line Official will then show the warning board - 15 Seconds" and the countdown will begin. At some point during the countdown from 15 to zero the start flag will be dropped, engines may be started and the race begins. Please note that you will be racing against other riders in your class only - everyone in your class will start the race at the same time. The race will then run for 1/1.5 hrs depending on class this may be reduced at any time prior to or during the race without notice. Once the race time has passed the chequered flag will be raised and the riders finish time will be noted. The rider who then passes the chequered flag with the most laps will be the winner, the next rider second and so on. Note: Once the chequered flag has been raised the course closing marshal will be sent out and the timing equipment will remain active for a further 30 minutes. After that time it will be turned off and any riders passing the flag thereafter will not have their final lap counted. Their score will be taken from the previous lap. Lap times will normally be between 10 and 20 minutes, a 30 minute allowance allows sufficient time for slower riders to complete their lap whilst still enabling the results to be published promptly. Signing On When you arrive at the race details of the administration will be clearly displayed at the signing on area. Please pay special attention to the timings and also any supplementary instructions which are displayed. Children and Pets We welcome children and pets at our events but please remember that there are vehicles moving around the area at all times. Pets must be kept on a lead at all times when out of a vehicle. A number of events are in summer so if you are bringing a pet please bring something to allow it to be secured outdoors and have plenty of water to drink - cars and vans get very hot. All Children, especially very young ones must be supervised by a parent at all times and no-one under 16 (other than competitors during there race) may enter the pit area. Any child found without a parent will have there rider removed from the race or other penalties may be imposed. Paddock and Camping Area. Children and pets walk around the paddock area so please: NO RIDING OF MOTORBIKES (of any kind) IN THE PADDOCK. Please park considerately in the paddock; allow a clear roadway in and out, by all means use the space available but if it is limited please allow everyone a fair share. Do not jet wash your bikes in the paddock, it causes the ground to become muddy and it also washes petrol and oil into the landowner's soil. Where possible a designated Jet Wash area will be set up and will be clearly sign posted. If you are sleeping in a tent please ensure that it is either fully protected from traffic or is very clearly visible at night time. Remember there will be vehicles moving around in the paddock after dark. Please take your rubbish home with you, your entry fees have to cover the cost of skips, we try to keep costs down - help us to help you. BBQs Whilst we have never had to impose a BBQ ban please be careful, especially during the summer months, with their placement and operation. Please do not place disposable BBQs directly onto the grass.
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