Race information (Classes, Rules, etc.)

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Classes offered for the 2009 Carolina Supercross Showdown & the 2009 Southern Dirt Super Series

(Non-series and "Back to Basics" events may be different)

Age in all Youth Classes is based on rider's age as of January 1, 2009

All 50cc classes are stock Except for limited Mods that are allowed on Peewee Bikes that want to run in classes other than peewee.

1. Peewee: Peewee (motorcycle) class is for riders 4-8 years of age on Yamaha PW 50 and TTR 50s, Honda, Kawasaki, and Suzuki 50cc machines and pre-94 italajet bikes. KTM oil injected Mini Adventures and Husky Boy models are allowed. Other models we feel are comparable can be added in the future. Oil injection systems can be disconnected.. Pipes and silencers most be stock for that model. No Cobras are allowed in the Peewee class. THIS IS A STOCK CLASS!

2. 50 Beginner: 4-8 years of age on any eligible 50cc machine. For riders just starting out or who finished in the bottom 50% of this class last year.

3. 50cc JR 4-6 years of age on any eligible 50cc machine. Restrictions for 50 JR class: (For riders 4-6 years of age on any 50cc machine that meets the following guidelines: Maximum seat heighth= 24.5", Maximum wheelbase = 36", Maximum wheel size = 10", Maximum Carb size = 14mm.)

4. 50cc SR 7-8 Years of age on any 50cc machine

5. 50 OPEN Open to any 50cc rider

65 classes are open to riders from 7-11 years of age except for the JR & SR classes which are age specific. In addition to 65cc Machines designed for competition other models larger than 65cc are also allowed. Some of these models include Suzuki JR (DS) 80, CRF 70 & 80 hondas, TTR 90 & 110s, and 110cc Kawasaki and Suzuki models. Some pit bike racing models may also be allowed. Modifications on these larger machines is limited and will be considered on a case by case basis. IF you spend $5k on a Mod KLX you may end up in an 85 class

6. 65 Beginner For riders just starting out or that finished in the bottom 50% of their class last year.

7. 65 JR For riders 7-9 years of age. Can be run as a second class by Beginner riders in this age bracket.

8. 65 SR For riders 10-11 years of age. Can be run as a second class by Beginner riders in this age bracket.

9. 65 OPEN Open to any 65 rider 7-11 years of age

85 classesare open to riders 9-15 years of age except for JR Mini & SR Mini which are age specific. No Big Wheels in the JR classes. Big wheels are allowed in SR Mini, & 85 D but must be 85cc machines(random teardowns can be performed). Two strokes over 85cc and CRF 150 Machines Must run in Super Mini and/or the 150 class.

10. & 11 85 D Beginner JR (9-11) & SR (12-15) Beginner riders in their first year of racing, or that finished in the bottom half of the 85 D class last year. Riders moving up from a 65cc Class that consistently finished in the top 5 may not be eligible for this class.

12. JR MINI For riders 9-11 years of age. Can be run as a second class by any 85 D rider in this age bracket. Can also be run on a 65cc provided the Rider is at least 9 years of age.

13. SR MINI For riders 12-15 years of age. Can be run as a second class by any 85 rider in this age bracket.

14. Super Mini Open to any rider 9-15 on up to 112cc two strokes and fourstrokes up to 150cc. Riders must be 12 years old to race a 150 Fourstroke.

Full Size classes:

Note on 250T Machines (250 two strokes): These can run in either the 250 C/D or 450 C/D classes, but a rider must pick one or the other on any given race date and can only receive series awards in one of those two classes .

Note on 450C/D: No 250F machines are allowed in this class.

Note on 250 AM & 450 AM: 450 AM is an open class for 125cc-Open machines. This class can be run by "C" riders wanting extra track time provided they realize they may be back to back with another class they are running for points, and that we will not change the race order as a result. 250T Machines can run in either AM class.

15. 150 Novice (No 250 fourstrokes allowed) Open to any two stroke motorcycle up to 144cc. Fourstrokes up to 150cc and minis are also allowed. Riders no longer considered "Novice" riders will need to run an "AM/C" class.

16. 150 AM/C (No 250 fourstrokes allowed) Open to any two stroke motorcycle up to 144cc. Fourstrokes up to 150cc and minis are also allowed.

17. 250 C/D 125cc to 250F and two strokes up to 250cc

18. 450 C/D Open to 250cc two strokes and fourstrokes over 251cc. 250 F machines are NOT allowed in this class.

19. Unlimited DFor riders in their first full year of racing or that consistently finished in the bottom 60% of the "D" class last year. Riders are subject to advancement at any time if we feel their ability exceeds the level of the class. Additional classes these riders can ride(Provided they meet age and machine requirements/restrictions): 150 C/D, 250C/D, 450C/D, Unlimited Novice, and/or Any age class (+25, +35, +45)

20. Unlimited Novice For riders that compete in the "D" as well as those that consistently finish in the Lower 70% of the "C" classes. This class is intended to be a transitional class for riders recently advanced out of the "D" class and/or those that are not yet front Runners in the "C" classes. It is a good option for any D class rider as a second class. If riders finish consistently well in a competitive C class then they can be advanced to an "AM" class. Please read advancement policy.

21. +30 C/D A class for riders over 30 years of age. Based on riders age the day of the event.

22. +40 C/D A class for riders over 40 years of age. Based on riders age the day of the event.

23. Unlimited AM/CFor riders that normally run "A" or "B" classes or that consistently finish in the top 30% of the "C" classes.

24. Women

25. 250 AM A class for riders that normally run "A" or "B" classes on 250F fourstrokes and two strokes up to 250cc. No race day awards but riders that run the minimum required races will get a series awards.

26. 450 AM A class for riders that normally run "A" or "B" classes. This is a 125-Open class. No race day awards but riders that run the minimum required races will get a series awards.

27. +30 AM A class for more experienced riders over 30 years of age. Based on riders age the day of the event.

28. +40 AM A class for more experienced riders over 40 years of age. Based on riders age the day of the event.

Start times and Race format can be different at each track. Verify all info within 48 hours of the event:

A Money class may be offered at some races. Check event info.

Entry Fees:

ATV CLASS DESCRIPTIONS ARE POSTED ONLINE - CLICK HERE

ATV Expert & ATV Amateur classes are only offered at Carolina Supercross Showdown events. No Youth ATV classes will be offered as part of the series but some tracks may offer them at select events.

JMX RACING RULES

CUTTING THE TRACK If at any time a rider leaves the marked, designated race track, and/or misses an obstacle, or cuts to the inside or runs outside of a corner, and they do not go back an re-enter the race track at the point, or at a point before they ran off the race track, they can be penalized positions. Riders will not automatically be penalized positions unless they either gain positions or they are protested by a rider in their class within the protest time and we feel they gained an advantage.

SCORING For a race to count towards the required number for series overall awards the rider must sign up at a race and be able to ride. If the rider suffers an injury or mechanical problem in practice the race will count, provided that the rider is not issued a refund or raincheck. The referee has the final decision on whether or not a race will count towards the minimum.

QUALIFIERS & FINISHES To receive points a rider must start the heat or main. If a rider is unable to finish they will receive last place points. If there are more riders than will fit on the gate and qualifiers are run and 20 riders can not be run then points can be given to riders who do not qualify in the last chance. Riders do not have to race the qualifier to race the main unless there is more than a full gate in that class. In the event that there is a power outage or severe weather and the mains are not run then points will be awarded for the heat races.

SWITCHING BIKES If riders experience mechanical problems they can switch to another bike or ATV provided they notify the referee or head scorer in writting of a brand change or number change before the start of the race. Riders can be required to switch numbers if neccesary.

SWITCHING RIDERS Allowing another rider to ride under your name will result in disqualification and possibly suspension from participating in JMX events for both riders.

UNSPORTSMAN LIKE CONDUCT This includes Fighting, obscene gestures, profanity, and/or dirty riding. These will not be tolerated and riders and/or pit crew members can be penalized, disqualified, asked to leave the facility and/or suspended or banned. If you are confronted by anyone do whatever you have to do to get away and notify the referee immediately. Riders will be held responsible for any and all actions of their pitcrews, friends, and/or families.

POSTED RESULTS Riders are responsible for checking their results after each heat and main and making the referee or clerks aware of any problems within the 30 minute protest time. Results can be official after they have been posted for the 30 minutes unless someone brings a problem to our attention and it is corrected.

RADIO COMMUNICATION - Between parents/mechanics and a rider Is not allowed at our events, even if it is only one way communication.

Illegal Fuel Methanol fuel is not permitted. If caught you either will not be allowed to race or you will be disqualified.

Loud exhaust systems JMX Reserves the right to refuse to allow machines we feel are excessively loud to race. Please consider noise levels as a factor when purchasing an aftermarket exhaust system, especially for four stroke machines. Two stroke riders should try to keep silencers packed to keep noise down as well. If your machine is excessively loud you will either be asked to leave or not to come back for the next event.

START RULES

IT IS THE RIDER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO BE TO STAGING EARLY AND TO BE READY TO RACE. Races will go very quickly, especially in the heat races. Races will not be held for missing riders unless we are notified that they are trying to correct a problem at which time they will get two minutes to correct the problem. This is explained more below.

Class will be staged either by random computer printout or another way that will be announced. At the stagers descretion classes with less than 10 riders will pick gates on a first come, first pick.

It is the rider’s responsibility to check their gate loop. After you have picked your gate inspect it to make sure there are no dirt clods or rocks under any part of the gate loop that will prevent it from falling. Check the gate loop to make sure it is working freely and that no pins are missing on either side. That would cause it to bind and not fall or fall slowly.

If the race you are in has several classes running and there is a slash mark between them on the posted race order than that means that there is a staggered start. Listen carefully to the start gate personal so you will know which group you start with. If you are supposed to start on the second gate and you start with the first group by mistake you will be penalized one lap unless you pull over and let your entire class by. Even then there can be a penalty.

When the white flag comes out for the race before yours it is time to start getting ready for your start. Make sure your fuel is on and get your goggles ready to put on. The start card can go up before the last rider is off the track so watch the start card person.

The #2 will be displayed and the card person will point down the line to make sure there are no problems. If you are experiencing a problem wave your arms or somehow get their attention to notify them that you are having problems. If a rider is having a problem the starter will hold up two fingers to let the other riders know there is a problem and the two minute clock will start.

After one minute has passed the starter will hold up one finger if the rider is not yet ready. About 50 seconds later the starter will point down the line again to let riders know the race is about to proceed and they should put their goggles on etc. After the starter has checked the line there will be a slight pause and then the card will go sideways. The gate will fall 2-5 seconds later.

If there are no problems that make a hold necessary then this procedure will all happen in about 15-30 seconds.

There will be only one 2 minute hold per class. If we have reason to believe that a rider is holding up the start without a legitimate reason we will not hold up the races.

If the race is a staggered start then the one card will be shown for the second class. There will be no holds for a second gate so make sure you are ready when the first class is about to leave.

Riders cannot back off the gate more than 18 inches. If you jump the start gate you will be penalized.

In 50cc and 65cc classes parents must back away from the riders when the card goes to one. Failure to do so can result in the rider being penalized.

No one is allowed in front of the starting gate.

Blocks are allowed for short riders but please remove them as soon as your class leaves the line so they will not interfere with the next class.

WE HAVE TRIED TO COVER ABOUT ANYTHING WE CAN SEE BEING A PROBLEM AT OUR EVENTS. PLEASE ASK FOR CLARIFICATION ON ANY ISSUES NOT COVERED AND THEY WILL BE DECIDED ON BY THE REFEREE.

Rules are subject to change with notice posted before Practice starts the day of an event.

Safety flag rules
The Rules that we use for our events are different than most other series or sanctioning organizations. Please read them carefully.

Yellow Flag – When the yellow flag is displayed it means there is a problem in the area ahead. Look for the problem and adjust your speed and direction to avoid it. A yellow flag means you need to use caution and avoid the problem. You can jump, pass, and/or race under a yellow flag provided you do so in a cautious manner. If you unnecessarily endanger another rider or track worker you can still be penalized the same as not obeying a red cross flag.

Red Cross flag – When the Red Cross Flag is displayed there is a rider down in the track that is either in danger or requiring assistance. From the point that the flag is displayed until you are past the danger area there is a 5 MPH speed limit. There is NO PASSING, NO JUMPING, NO RACING! 5 MPH IS MANDATORY AND WILL BE ENFORCED. If you do not slow down and ride in a safe manner you will be penalized.

Penalties could be any of the following: Disqualificationfrom the EVENT, Docked positions in the finishing order. A stop and go Penalty while the race is going on. A series point Penalty.

If someone passes you in a RED Cross flag area notify us immediately. If possible we will confirm that there was a violation and assess what we feel is the necessary and appropriate penalty.



JMX Advancement Policy

Our goal in the Beginner classes is to provide entry level riders an opportunity to start out racing in a class that gives them an equal chance to finish well against riders with the same amount of experience.

We understand that some riders are going to improve much faster than others either through a natural aptitude or sometimes through working harder at improving their skills.

Rider should not realistically expect to automatically finish in the top of their class every time they move up to a larger machine. There simply are not enough racing events in a season to do that and still allow real beginners to build their confidence and improve their skills.

JMX reserves the right to place any rider in the class bracket we feel best suites their ability. Sometimes we will do this immediately. Sometimes we will do it at the completion of a series.

Riders are especially likely to be advanced if we find they have run a higher class at another racetrack or have finished well in their class in another series.

Riders that have been advanced out of ANY Beginner class at our events MUST apply for permission to run another Beginner class.

Examples of this include the following:

A rider advanced out of 50cc Beginner must apply to run 65cc Beginner.

A rider advanced out of 65cc Beginner must apply to run 85 D.

A rider advanced out of 85 D must apply to run UNLIMITED.D

Riders need to be sure they understand the guidelines for the Unlimited classes as well.

Riders will be considered on an individual basis taking in to account, among other things, their finishes in the past and how long they have been racing.

In some cases riders might be allowed to run another beginner class on a trial basis with the understanding that if we see rapid improvement they will be advanced.

To apply ask for an "Advancement Waiver" form at sign-up.

Please try to give us at least a week to check your Rider’s history and other info before you plan on actually signing up in another beginner class.

The Racing parent code of ethics (Taken from KTM.com)
5. Do not scrimp on safety gear. This stuff really works. Do not let your child ride without it. Even things like Knee pads can prevent a trip to the hospital.

6. Be patient, all children learn at different rates. Encourage your child with positive reinforcement and praise.

7. Ask questions and learn from other parents. They are often happy to pass on the assistance they got when they started.

8. Encourage good sportsmanship. Set a good example for your child.

9. Winning is not as important as doing the best you can. If winning does become so important that you find yourself upset or stressful, then take a break from racing and reevaluate your feelings. Remember: sharing in the spirit of competition with your child is the true reward.

10. Do not let yourself become a possessed Racing parent. Pressuring your child is counter-productive. IT WILL NOT MAKE YOUR CHILD A BETTER RIDER. And will often make racing a chore instead of something to look forward to participating in.

11. Relax and enjoy a great family sport

Questions or comments? (704) 460-0408 or email JMXINFO@aol.com

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1. Select the proper motorcycle to match your child's ability.

2. Teach safety and fundamentals. Speed will come with confidence.

3. Practice. Practice. Practice.

4. Inspect your child's motorcycle thoroughly after each practice or race to insure safety.