RULE BOOK DISCLAIMERThe rules and or regulations set forth herein are designed to provide for the orderly conduct ofracing events and to establish minimum acceptable requirements for such events. These rules shallgovern the condition of all events, and by participating in these events all participants are deemed tohave complied with these rules. NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALLRESULT FROM PUBLICATION OF, OR COMPLIANCE WITH THESE RULES AND/ORREGULATIONS. They are intended as a guide for the conduct of the sport and are in no way aguarantee against injury or death to a participant, spectator or official. The EMRA Race Directorshall be empowered to permit minor deviations from any of the specifications herein or impose anyfurther restrictions that in his opinion do not alter the minimum acceptable requirements. NOEXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM SUCHALTERATION OF SPECIFICATION. Any interpretation or deviation of these rules is left to thediscretion of the officials. Their decision is final.

FOREWORD

Welcome to EMRA Championship Roadracing. EMRA policies, rules and class structures are formulatedwith fair and equal competition as an overall goal. These rules are available to any individual, andcompliance with these rules is the responsibility of each racer. Enforcement of these rules is theresponsibility of EMRA designated Race Officials. The EMRA is an independent club and makes decisionsbased on fairness for all, and the wellbeing of the sport of Motorcycle Roadracing in the Edmonton area.

Motorcycle racing is dangerous. Every competitor assumes by their participation the responsibility andobligation to assess the safety aspects of the racing facility and individual conditions, and must assume allrisks of competition, including injury or death.

These EMRA rules are written to ensure that all riders have the opportunity to compete impartially and assafely as possible in motorcycle roadracing. It is not possible to anticipate every circumstance and cover itin this rulebook; therefore, common sense and a regard for fairness are the fundamental principles ininterpretation and enforcement of the rules by EMRA officials. This rulebook is not intended for use as atool to gain an advantage over another competitor, but is written to serve as a guide for fair and equalcompetition.

Every club, association, promoter, rider and all other persons participating or in any way connected withany race meet, is bound by the Rules of Competition.

Any supplementary Regulations established by the EMRA for the purpose of implementing, interpretingand enforcing these Competition Rules is deemed to be part of the Rules.

EMRA officials and/or volunteers will not be held liable or responsible for any incidents, accidents,facilities, written reports, press releases or actions. All EMRA officials and/or volunteers will conductthemselves in a safe and professional manner at all times and will not attempt to cause any incidents oraccidents.

All EMRA Executive will act in an appropriate and professional manner, EMRA executive members maynot be in a position that could jeopardize the wellbeing of the club. Failure to do so will result in suspensionor removal from the executive and further discipline that could include banishment from all race eventssanctioned by the EMRA.

All parties involved in EMRA Roadracing events are expected to conduct themselves in a mature andorderly fashion. Riders are responsible for the behavior of their crew, family and pets. Any behaviorproblems caused by crewmembers, relatives, friends or pets at an EMRA event could result in expulsionfrom the event of the responsible rider.

Any suggestions for rule changes should be made in writing and submitted tothe EMRA Secretary. The normal process is to vote on proposed rule changesat the AGM, but changes required for safety may be made at any time by theExecutive.• TABLE OF CONTENTS• CHAPTER 1 - RIDER REQUIREMENTS AND CLASSIFICATION• CHAPTER 2 - RACE RULES AND PROCEDURES• CHAPTER 3 - OFFICIAL FLAGS• CHAPTER 4 - RIDER APPAREL• CHAPTER 5 - COMPETITION CATEGORIES• CHAPTER 6 - OFFENSES, PENALTIES, PROTESTS AND APPEALS• CHAPTER 7 - SCORING• CHAPTER 8 - RACE OFFICIALS AND DUTIES• APPENDIX A - DEFINITIONS• APPENDIX B - LOCKWIRE (Safety Wire)

CHAPTER 1 RIDER REQUIREMENTS AND CLASSIFICATION1.1 Rider RequirementsAll competing riders must meet the following requirements:

• All competitors must have a current, valid roadracingcompetition license from the EMRA or from arecognized road racing organization. e.g. CMRA(Calgary), WMRC (Mission), or MRA (Manitoba). Iflicense is from outside of these acknowledged groups,you will be asked to complete a checkout session.Possible written test for flags, etc. may be required.

• All competitors that have not raced within 2 years mustcomplete a checkout session before competing. Allcompetitors that have not raced within 5 years or morewill be required to complete written test and checkoutsession. Competitor may be required to take RaceSchool before competing. This will be a decision ofthe EMRA Executive.

• All competitors must have a current EMRAmembership.

• Any rider under the legal age of majority in his/herhome province/state must have filed a duly notarizedform with signature of his/her parent or guardian,indicating consent to compete. If a rider has notfurnished this consent document, and cannot furnishproof of age (birth certificate, driver license orpassport), said competitor will not be allowed tocompete in EMRA events. All competitors must beage 16 or older at the time of racing. With theexception of classes that permit restricted Youthracing. See section 1.4.

• The EMRA does not provide any personal injuryinsurance for racers.

• A rider who crashes must report to the ambulance crewand Technical Inspection for clearance before racingagain. The crashed rider may first finish the race inwhich they are participating. At all times, event staffhave the ability to deem any rider “unfit to compete”based on the riders medical or physical condition.

1.2 Rider Classification

• Riders are classified according to their ability and areassigned “Novice”, “Intermediate” or “Expert” statusfor EMRA race events.

o a) Novice status refers to first time orinexperienced riders. Novice riders mustcomplete at least 4 races before they can beconsidered for advancement. If a Novice ridercrashes in an event, they will be required to racean additional event or 2 races beforeadvancement. Novice riders may be required towear a bright reflective jacket to clearly identifythemselves on the track during practice.

o b) Intermediate status generally refers to ridersthat have completed novice status or 1 season ofracing and have demonstrated the skills to controltheir motorcycle at race speed.

o c) Expert status generally refers to experiencedriders who have demonstrated a mastery of racingskills

• Any competitor who has not raced in two to five yearsmay be required to pass a Race Checkout Session todetermine suitability for racing and rider status.Requirements are in Chapter 1.1

• Any rider, holding a non-EMRA/CMRA road racinglicense or road racing school certificate, may berequired to complete a check out session beforecompeting in an EMRA event. Requirements are inChapter 1.1

• Advancement or demotion between Riderclassifications is at the discretion of EMRA Officials(specifically Racer Rep and Race Director). At the endof the race season the EMRA Executive will giveconsideration to the movement of all racers especiallythose finishing in the top 5 of their racecompetitions. The EMRA Executive sets times andguidelines for expert promotion. The rider must alsoshow valid experience, limited number of crashes, andgood character. The Executive will have final say onall promotions.

Note: AM status generally aligns with Intermediate status and PRO generally aligns with Expert.

1.3 Number Requirements

Each motorcycle competing in an EMRA event must carry complete number identification comprisingthree number plates, one on the front of the machine and one number plate on each side. Each plate mustdisplay that rider’s designated and registered EMRA competition number (Not to be confused with eachrider’s EMRA license number).

Race numbers must be 6” minimum height, with a 1” minimum white border and in a font that is legible forthe purpose of lap scoring (while font styles that “taper” may be acceptable, a 1” width minimum across themajority or preferably all of the number is recommended).

Number plates should be:

• Novice - Red number on white background• Intermediate - Red number on white background• Expert - Black number on white background• Overall Points Champion – White number one on a blue

backgroundEMRA members will have first choice for numbers.

Race numbers will be assigned by EMRA Race Registration. Every effort will be made to minimizenumber changes during the season.

1.4 Restricted Youth LicenseEMRA Restricted Youth Racing licenses are an attempt at providing younger riders from the age of 12 upto 16 with an opportunity to race in a safe environment yet giving these same riders a way of graduating upto larger motorcycles. Restricted Youth Racing licenses will only be issued upon successful completion ofan EMRA Roadracing school or equivalent.

• Restricted Youth Licenses are only valid for competitorson motorcycles that fit into the Lightweight Superbikeand Lightweight Open class rules.

• Restricted Youth Licenses are only allowed to competein the Lightweight Superbike and Lightweight Open.

• The parent/legal guardian who accompanies the minormust complete and sign the parental waiver andrelease for each event. A parent or legal guardian mustaccompany the minor (a friend, neighbor or fellowracer is not adequate) and must remain present whilethe minor is on track.

• Exceptions to this rule will be done on a case by casebasis. Any youths wishing to race in different classesthan those listed above must submit a race resume tothe EMRA Executive. The resume must includeprevious racing experience along with which classesthe youth wishes to ride in and which motorcycle(s)the youth wants to compete on. The resume mustreach the EMRA Executive at least 14 days before theevent. Submitting a race resume on time does notguarantee that the youth will be allowed to race inclasses other than those listed above. All other EMRArules apply.

1.5 Medical Data Carrier™Each competitor must complete and affix to the left side of their helmet, a Medical Data Carrier™ theseare available at registration. The Medical Data Carrier™ must be replaced each year.

1.6 Required Timing DeviceEach competitor must utilize a club required timing device (i.e. transponder). The transponder must becompatible with the MyLaps timing system and each competitor must have their own transponder for agiven race weekend. The club may have rental units available, but it is expected that the number of racers

will exceed the number of rental units; therefore plan ahead.

CHAPTER 2 RACE RULES AND PROCEDURES2.1 Pit / Paddock Regulations

• All motorcycles must remain in the pit or paddock areaexcept when being raced or tested in designated areas.

• Riding of competition motorcycles, other than on theracetrack or designated test area is stronglydiscouraged.

• When a rider or mechanic is riding or testing anymotorcycle (including pit bikes) in a designated testarea, that person must wear a helmet and be dressed tooffer some protection (pants, shirt, shoes).

• Any operation of a vehicle in the paddock must be at avery slow, safe speed. Only one warning, then penaltywill occur.

• Travel in hot pits will be safe and traveled in onedirection.

• Penalty will occur if not obeyed.• Pets are allowed in pits provided they are leashed and

cleaned up after.• Pets are restricted from the grid, signal area, and/or

other restricted areas.• Smoking is not allowed in pits, grid, signal area, or

other restricted areas• All pits are required to have a 5 lb. fire extinguisher,

displayed at the front of their pits. All riders nothaving the required extinguisher will be subject to a$50.00 fine.

2.2 Sign In

• It is the responsibility of each rider to ensure that he/shehas filled in all necessary registration forms and paidall applicable fees for each of the classes that theywish to compete in during the meet.

• CASH or CHEQUE ONLY payments are accepted bythe chief registrar.

• No refunds will be issued after the riders meeting onRace Day.

2.3 Rider’s MeetingsAll riders entered in the meet must attend the riders meeting. Riders that miss the meeting will NOT be

allowed onto the track before speaking with the Clerk of the Course and will be gridded at the back of theirclass. Roll call during riders meetings will be names called at random.

2.4 Technical InspectionsTechnical inspections of motorcycles, equipment, and riding apparel are held prior to a race meet.

• All riders MUST sign a waiver BEFORE going toTechnical Inspection.

• Only motorcycles having passed technical inspectionare allowed on racetrack, test areas or starting line.

• A Referee, Chief Technical Inspector, or Starter may atany time recall a motorcycle, equipment or ridingapparel for further inspection.

• All motorcycles, equipment, and riding apparelinvolved in a crash must again pass technicalinspection before they are allowed on race track, testareas or starting line.

• All crashes that happen during warm up session beforerace must proceed to Hot Pits for technical inspection.Start of race will not wait for participant/s.

• Technical Inspection stickers must be placed on the bikeby the technical inspectors only. No stickers fromprevious events may remain on, under or near thecurrent Technical Inspection sticker for thatevent/weekend.

• Bodywork lowers that restrict proper scrutiny of themotorcycle must be removed prior to technicalinspection. This is mandatory!

• Any tech infractions found after the fact will result in apenalty. Determination of offences is at the discretionof the meet Referee or other appropriate RaceOfficials.

2.5 On Track Regulations

• No rider may, at any time, ride in such a manner as toendanger life or limb of other riders, officials or thepublic. Wheelies or stunting in the paddock will resultin removal from race facility with no refund. Stuntingor wheelies in the hot pits is forbidden and will resultin removal from race facility with no refund. Failure tocomply will result in removal from race facility withno refund.

• No one, except riders officially entered, may ride orpractice on any racecourse on the day of the meet.Unofficial trials on the day of the race meet are

prohibited. Any person unofficially entering will beasked to leave the facility. If on officially enteredriders’ machine, official rider will be asked to leavefacility without refund.

• Under no circumstances is any person at any timepermitted to ride a machine in the wrong direction ofthe track, unless under the express permission of theRace Director or the Clerk of the Course.

• Only in the designated pit area may any adjustment,repair, or refueling be made to the motorcycle by amechanic or crew during an event or during a red-flagperiod.

• A rider may make repairs during a race, withoutassistance, in a safe area off the racecourse.

• Any form of outside assistance on the course isforbidden except when the assistance is given by theofficials placed by the Referee for the purpose ofsafety. Special consideration will be given to pit crewswith timing devices and lap boards, must be approvedby Race Director or Executive members (but onlywhen approved by Race Director).

• A rider leaving the course may only continue the raceby safely re-entering the course from the closest pointto where that rider left the course without gaining anadvantage. The rider must re-enter the course underthe directions of the turn marshals if they are presentin the area where the run-off occurred. It is the duty ofthe Referee or his designee to make the determinationas to whether a rider gained any advantage by leavingthe racecourse and re-entering.

• A rider whose motorcycle is disabled before reachingthe finish line may, by the rider’s own unaidedmuscular energy, push or carry the motorcycle in theproper direction of the course to complete the raceunless the rider is determined to be a safety hazard bythe Referee.

• Any racer who appears to be impeding anothercompetitor attempting to pass, by weaving, will bepenalized or disqualified. This is a judgement call bythe Referee and cannot be protested. Video evidenceof alleged incidents may be provided to the Referee aspart of a rider protest. Weaving is defined as anything

more than:a) A pull out/pass/pull back in orb) ONE change of line on a straight portion of thetrack.

• Any rider exiting the track during a race is consideredretired from the race unless under specific instructionsfrom a race official.

2.6 Procedures for Pre Grid, Gridding and Starts

• Pre Grid is located at the racecourse entrance.• Grid sheets are posted at pre-grid indicating row and

position of each rider. It is the responsibility of therider to notify race officials if there is an error in thegrid sheet prior to the start of the event.

• Official starting line for each starting row is plainlymarked on racecourse surface.

• It is the responsibility of each rider to know and reportto his or her correct grid position.

• Five and Two minute warnings are indicated using aboard or horn at pre grid.

• At the completion of the two minutes or at thediscretion of the Starter the racecourse entrance gate isopened. The gate closes once the lead riders on thewarm up lap complete 50% of the racecourse or oninstruction by the Starter.

• The Starter holds a red flag at the start finish line toindicate final gridding.

• As a final warning, the Starter leaves the track surfaceand moves to the starter’s position.

• Shortly after the Starter has left the track surface, thestarting light (a single red light located near the end ofthe front straight, above the pit wall) will be activated.The light will be kept on for a random period ofseveral seconds. The light will then be de-activated tosignal the start of the race. *see note in Chapter 3.1Canadian / Provincial flag*

• Should a rider have a problem once on the start grid, therider must wave his/her arm to get the attention of theStarter. If the problem cannot be resolved immediatelythe rider is given time to remove the motorcycle fromthe grid, and can then join the race once the field has

left the grid if the motorcycle did not need to beremoved from the course.

• Starts may be divided and started in separate groups or“waves”. The Starter or the Referee determines timeinterval between waves. The starting light will beactivated and de-activated separately for each wave.Once the first group has started, if it is necessary toabort the start of the remaining group(s), the red flag isdisplayed immediately and there is a complete restart.

• Groups will typically have Experts ahead of theIntermediates.

• In the event of a crash during the warm up laps prior tothe actual start of the race event, the rider must reportto the hot pits for technical inspection. If the bike isdeemed fit to continue the race, the racer will thenstart the race from the turn 2 track entrance gate oncethey are given a green flag from the gate marshal.

2.7 Procedures for Stops and Restarts

• When a race is stopped with two laps or less completed,a complete restart is required using original gridpositions.

• When a race is stopped with more than two laps, butless than 50% of the total laps completed, the field isre-gridded for the restart. Riders are credited for theircompleted laps by the order they crossed the finishline in the lap preceding the red-flagged lap. Gridpositions are determined by the running order (raceposition) in that preceding lap. The remaining laps arerun in an effort to complete the total distance.

• The Referee or his designate will attempt to determinewhich rider(s) caused any incident that leads to a redflag. If the Referee identifies the rider(s) responsiblefor stopping the race, then the first rider involved isgridded last on the restart, the next rider next to last,etc.

• Any rider that requires an ambulance ride back to thepits after a red flag will not be allowed to restart thatrace. Refusal to ride back in the ambulance will resultin the rider being suspended from racing for that day.

• When a race is stopped in which 50% or more of thetotal laps have been completed, the race may be

considered complete.• When a race is stopped in which 80% or more of the

total laps have been completed, the race is consideredcomplete and there is no restart.

• If there are two separate red flags shown in a Novicerace, the race will be stopped and called final at thesecond red flag.

• In the case of no restart, any rider(s) deemedresponsible by the Referee for the race-ending incidentis placed in the results, at the end of their respectivelaps, using the method described previously for re-gridding

2.8 Refueling During a Race

• There is no refueling during any sprint races. Includingsuch times as when riders are directed to the hot pitarea during red-flag and/or restart conditions.

2.9 Race Finishes

• The race is officially ended for all contestants at thecompletion of the lap in which the winner is given thecheckered flag.

• Should the checkered flag be displayed later than theofficial distance, the winner is the leader at the timethe checkered flag is displayed.

• Should a rider be given the checkered flag ahead of theactual winner, or with the winners, the rider is scoredas having completed the race in the race position therider was running at that time.

• All riders must complete the checkered flag lap and atleast 50% of the leaders laps to be scored as finishersin the event.

• After displaying the checkered flag, the scorer continuesto score for 5 minutes or until all riders have crossedthe start/finish line.

2.10 Official Race Results

• Official announcement of race results will be given afterall scoring materials are examined and approved bythe Head Scorer.

• Provisional results are then posted in the paddock area.The posted results will become official unlessdiscrepancies are reported. Protests must be madewithin 20 minutes after the posting of the provisional

results.• Riders are notified of the results posting location at the

riders meeting. An official is appointed to stand byduring the posting time limit. All claims must bereferred to the appointed official in order to beconsidered. Following the lapse of the time limit, anylater claim(s) based on newly discovered facts are notunder any circumstances, considered by any official. Ifany claim(s) are filed within the time limit, a newposting time limit of 20 minutes is required if theclaim(s) are found to be valid.

It is the responsibility of the rider to understand, be aware and act appropriately whenever any of thefollowing flags are displayed.

3.1 Operational FlagsCanadian / Provincial Flag

Start of race

In lieu of the Canadian / Provincial flag, races will normally be started using the track signal lightingsystem (the red lights will be used as described in section 2.6), which is located near the end of the frontstraight, above the pit wall. In the event of a problem with the track signal lighting system, races will bestarted using the aforementioned flags. Should this occur, a rider’s meeting will be held to advise riders ofthe change in starting system to be used, and the requirements there of.

Green Flag

Clear track conditions

Checkered Flag

End of race or practice session. Proceed around course to the designated track exit.

Red Flag

The race has been stopped. Reduce speed and proceed safely to the designated location. Do not exit thetrack unless specifically instructed to do so by a race official. In the event that rider misses one red flagstation the rider must stop safely at the next red flag station. A rider could see a waving red flag if he/she isabout to happen upon the race incident which instigated the red flag.

Black Flag

Indicates a problem with your motorcycle or a disqualification. The flag will be pointed at the rider and/ornumber board displayed with flag indicating rider being signaled.

If this happens to you: Carefully reduce speed and stop at the first safe location off the racecourse if youhave a mechanical problem, or proceed safely to the pit lane, and report to the Starter, Referee, or Pit LaneMarshal. Riders are not permitted to return to the racecourse unless cleared by the Referee, Starter, or PitLane Marshal.

3.2 Warning FlagsYellow Flag/Red Stripes

Indicates debris, fluid or a potentially hazardous situation on or near the track. Passing is allowed. Exercisecaution.

Yellow Flag

Stationary indicates a potentially hazardous situation on or near the track. Passing is allowed. Exercisecaution.

Waving Indicates serious hazards on or near the track. Proceed with caution. Passing is not allowed fromthe flag stations displaying the waving yellow flag until the rider is beyond the incident.

3.3 Courtesy flagsFurled Blue & Green Crossed

Indicates 1/2 total race distance.

Blue & White Flag

Indicates 1 lap remaining in the race.

CHAPTER 4 RIDER APPAREL

The following apparel must be worn in all events. Rider apparel must pass technical inspection.

4.1 Helmet

• All helmets must be within 5 years to the month of themanufacture date listed on the inside of the helmetAND helmets must be certified by the manufacturerand have a sticker affixed stating it meets one of thefollowing accepted standards:North America: Snell M2010 or M2015, Europe: ECE22.05 P, Great Britain: BS 6658 Type A, Japan: JIS8133:2007

• All helmets must be undamaged, full coverage, or fullfacial units with immovable chin pieces.

• A non-damaged visor must be fitted and secured in adown position on the helmet during any practice orrace session.

• Tech. Inspection may disqualify helmets damagedduring crash

• All helmets worn on track must have a Medical DataCarrier™ attached to the lower left side of the helmet.

• No cameras or mounts attached on helmets; thisnullifies SNELL rating.

4.2 Riding Suit, Back Protector, Gloves and Boots

• Suits must be of leather.• Suits must be either one-piece or two-piece. If a two-

piece suit is worn the jacket and pants must besecurely fastened to each other over their fullcircumference.

• If the suit is not equipped with an integrated backprotector of suitable construction and coverage(recommended from base of neck to the tailbone), therider must wear a suitable back protector under thesuit. Back protectors meeting European Standard CEEN1621-2 Level 2 are recommended.

• Gloves made of leather must be worn. Gloves using acombination of nylon and leather are acceptable ifleather protects the fingers and palms. Gloves must begauntlet type, extending a minimum of 2” beyond the

cuff of the racing suit.• Boots must be at least eight inches in height.

CHAPTER 5 COMPETITION CATEGORIES5.1 Competition Categories

• 600 SS - 640cc or less (twins up to 750cc, triples up to680cc, singles - Open)

• Open Sportbike – No minimum or maximumdisplacement

• Superbike• 600 Superbike• Lightweight Superbike• Formula 112• Sportsman• Senior Open• Formula Thunder• Middleweight Twins• Novice Open• Women’s Open• Dash for Cash• Lightweight Open - 390cc or less for singles, 325cc or

less for twins.5.2 Equipment Standards – General

• Turn signals, mirrors and headlight glass parts must beremoved. All bikes must run race fairings (wherecommercially available).

• Taillight/brake light must be removed or disabled (lensmay be taped).

• Horn must be removed or disabled.• Safety wire as per Appendix B• Coolant must not contain ethylene glycol (most

standard anti-freeze contains this). Distilled water ispreferred, and may be mixed with products such aswater-wetter, maxima cool-aid, or ethylene glycol freecoolants such as engine ice.

• Route all vent, breather, or overflow tubes coming fromthe engine, transmission, or radiator into either a heat-

resistant catch can of at least 350cc capacity, or the airbox, which must be sealed to prevent fluid leakage.The airbox may remain unsealed provided the bike isfitted with a closed belly pan.

• All bikes must have an oil retaining, “sealed” lowerfairing (where commercially available). Removablerain drainage plug is optional. Aftermarket, OEM-style bodywork and custom fairing mounts may beused. Fairings must be securely mounted in at leastthree locations.

• Engine case covers must be suitably reinforced or be ofheavy duty type specifically intended for racing use.Alternate suitable protection for engine cases, such asframe mounted sliders, may be permitted (subject tosuitability and at the discretion of the Chief TechnicalInspector) where suitable aftermarket reinforcement orrace specific covers are not commercially available.

• Remove all stands.• Either tape up, or use a terrycloth wristband to cover the

front brake master cylinder to prevent brake fluid fromleaking.

• Apply a bead of silicone to all brake banjo bolts (toprevent loosening).

• Tire valve caps must be of metal construction.• All bikes must meet course mandated noise level

restrictions.• Motorcycles must be equipped with front brake lever

protection, intended to protect the handlebar brakelever from being accidentally activated in case ofcollision with another motorcycle.

• Aftermarket brakes are allowed, provided they aremounted in a safe, secure manner.

• Motorcycles must have rear guard to prevent trappingbetween lower drive chain run & final drive sprocketat rear wheel. (shark guard)

• K&N oil filters are not permitted on track, OEM filtersare highly recommended.

• Motorcycles must carry a functioning transponder at alltimes while on track, including practice. Failure to doso WILL result in being pulled from the track, loss of

grid position, or disqualification at the discretion ofrace officials.

5.3 Sportbike

• Sportbike racing class machines must be standardmodels as catalogued by the original equipmentmanufacturers and sold to the general public inCanada or U.S.A. for street use and available from allof their authorized dealers.

• Motard style bikes are also eligible for this class withintheir respective classes.

• Tires – DOT or slicks.• Front Suspension - fork internals may be modified,

OEM fork tubes are not required and may besubstituted.

• Rear Suspension must retain the original swing arm andthe swing arm must be left unchanged. The rear shocklinkage may be substituted. The rear shock may bemodified or replaced.

• The original frame must be retained. Unnecessarybrackets may be removed.

• Engine modifications are unlimited except for thefollowing

o Stock cases, barrels, cylinder heads and throttlebodies must be used but may be altered.

o Stock carb bodies or fuel injection systems mustbe used but carb internals; velocity stacks andinjection management systems may be altered orreplaced.

o Aftermarket exhaust systems may be used, butmust meet course mandated noise restrictions.

o Clutch actuation may be modified to a racing kittype.

o Dry clutches are only permitted if used on thestock motorcycle.

o Stock air box is not required but an air box isrequired. An air filter is not required. Larger airboxes may be used but the stock tank and tankplacement/mounts must be used. Ram airsystems, including ducts and scoops, must beidentical in spec to the OE fitment.

o Engine capacity must fall within class size asfollows. There are no horsepower limits for theseclasses.

• Classes:o - 600 SS - 640cc or less (twins up to 750cc, triples

up to 680cc, Ducati 848, singles - Open)o - Open Sportbike – open displacemento - Lightweight Open - Singles up to 390cc, Twins

up to 325cc5.4 Superbike

• Superbike is open to any motorcycle type.• Tires - DOT or slicks.• Unlimited modifications

5.5 600 Superbike

• Engine displacement: four cylinders: 640cc or less,triples up to 680cc, twins up to 750cc, single cylinder– no restriction.

• Tires – DOT or slicks• Open to all Intermediate or Expert riders

5.6 Lightweight Superbike (Combined class Intermediate-Expert)

• 420cc or less multi cylinder, 680cc or less twin andsingle cylinder engines.

• Any motorcycle type.• Tires – DOT or slicks• Unlimited modifications

5.7 Formula 112 (Combined class Intermediate-Expert)

• Any motorcycle type• Unlimited modifications• Tires – DOT or slicks• No external timing devices (Lap timers, Pit boards)• Open to all Intermediate or Expert riders• Any rider recording a lap time shorter than 112% of the

cut off time, as recorded by the EMRA timing systemwill be disqualified at the end of the race, or in anyother race. If you are disqualified, you will not be ableto re-enter the class for the rest of the season.

• The cut off time is 1:27.9, based on the current laprecord of 1:18.5. The cut off time is set at the start ofthe year and will not change until the race season is

over, at which time it will be reviewed for thefollowing year.

5.8 Sportsman (Combined class Intermediate-Expert)

• Chassis (frame) and engine cases must be 10 years oldor more.

• Motorcycle must meet Superbike technicalrequirements.

• Tires – DOT or slicks.5.9 Senior Open (Combined class Intermediate-Expert)

• Rider must be 35 years old or older on that race day.• Motorcycle must meet Superbike technical

requirements5.10 Formula Thunder (Combined class Intermediate-Expert)

• Open to all motorcycles with no more than 3 cylinders,otherwise all “Superbike” rules apply.

• Motorcycles with V4 engine configurations are alsolegal for this class.

• Open to Expert and Intermediate racers running 4 stroke2 cylinder motorcycles and single cylindermotorcycles of any displacement.

• Tires – DOT or slicks• Unlimited modifications

5.11 Middleweight Twins

• Open to Intermediate and Expert racers running 4 stroke2 cylinder motorcycles up to 750cc and single cylindermotorcycles of any displacement.

• Tires – DOT or slicks• Unlimited modifications

5.12 Novice Open

• Novice riders are permitted to use any type or size ofmotorcycle.

• The choice of motorcycle must fit into one of thecompetition categories.

• Tires – DOT or slicks5.13 Women’s Open (Combined class, Novice, Intermediate, Expert)

• Open to all women 16 years of age or older• Motorcycle must meet Superbike technical

requirements• Open to all Intermediate and Expert racers.

5.14 Dash for Cash (Combined class Intermediate-Expert)

• Open to all Intermediate and Expert racers.• Motorcycle must meet Superbike technical

requirements.• Entrants will be restricted to registered riders with a

qualifying time faster than the current Formula 112 cutoff.

• Gridding will be determined by lap times (as recordedby the club timing system) the fastest lap time will begridded first and so on. If there is no practice day;gridding will be by points.

• There is a cash payout to the top 5 finishers based on a percentage of the ‘Dashfor Cash’ entrance money. The payout schedule is as follows: the entrance moneycollected from the first 12 riders entered in the ‘Dash for Cash’ will be paid out totop 5 riders of that Dash for Cash race. 30% to first place, 25% to second place,20% to third place, 15% to fourth place and 10% to fifth place. Any remainingentrance money collected after the 12th rider entered into the Dash for Cash willgo to the year-end championship pay out. The year-end Championship payout isbased on points collected in the Dash for Cash throughout the year. The payoutschedule is: 30% to first place in points, 25% to second place in points, 20% to3rd place in points, 15% to fourth place in points and 10% to fifth place in points.See chart below:

Dash for Cash Payout Schema

FirstPlace

SecondPlace

ThirdPlace

FourthPlace

FifthPlace

Race Round Payout: $ collected from first 12 racers(paid out by round) 30% 25% 20% 15% 10%

Championship Payout: $ collected if more than 12riders (paid out at end of season based on points) 30% 25% 20% 15% 10%

5.15 Lightweight Open (Combined class Intermediate, Expert)

• Open to all Intermediate and Expert racers.• All motorcycles must be production-based street legal

motorcycles that meet the equipment standards inChapter 5.2 and 5.3

• Engine displacement must not exceed: Single cylindersup to 390cc, Twin cylinders up to 325cc

• Tires – DOT or slicks CHAPTER 6 OFFENSES, PENALTIES, PROTESTS AND APPEALS6.1 General Information

• This section outlines actions that are considereddetrimental to the sport of motorcycle racing and that

may result in a range of disciplinary actions. Unlessotherwise specifically provided for in these rules, theEMRA may impose the following penalties to anyrider, mechanic or crew.

• In serious cases, report of infractions to Race Licenseissuing organization.

• The following offences are subject to disciplinary actionby the Referee and/or EMRA. This list is provided asguidance to competitors but does not restrict EMRAfrom imposing penalties for other actions detrimentalto the sport but is not specifically mentioned herein.

o Monetary fines.o Loss of event points.o Loss of points for all of the season up to the time

of the infraction.o Suspension of participation in EMRA sanctioned

activities.o Permanent loss of participation in EMRA

sanctioned activities.6.2 Conduct Offences

• An attack on an EMRA official/volunteer/rider, verbal,or physical, and/or engaging in a fight. This includesany person who attacks or is involved in a fightanywhere on the premises prior to, during, or after anEMRA event. Race Officials will make final decisionon penalties, disqualification, and/or removal frompremises.

• Any discussion of penalties/disqualification/etc. willtake place between either the rider’s representativeand/or the rider and the referee at either the referee’sdiscretion or the rider’s request. The rider’s rep willact as an intermediary between the rider and thereferee in such cases.

6.3 Racing Offences

• Any tech infractions found after the fact will result in apenalty. Determination of offences is at the discretionof the meet Referee or other appropriate RaceOfficials.

• Motorcycles must carry a functioning transponder at alltimes while on track, including practice. Failure to doso WILL result in being pulled from the track, loss of

grid position, or disqualification at the discretion ofrace officials.

• Cutting the bus stop (continuing straight through on therace track) will result in a one second penalty unlessthe offending rider relinquishes a position if a positionis gained.

• Jumping the start (Starts may be recorded) - Penalty:For Safety reasons loss of positions/points atconclusion of race (3 positions). Once gridded, anyforward motion prior to flag dropping or the red lightgoing off will constitute a jump start. No creeping isallowed. Jump Start penalties are assessed by theStarter/Referee/Race officials at conclusion of raceand then inform Scoring & Timing.

• Passing under a waving yellow. The no passing forposition zone is defined as the location of the wavingyellow flag until the incident in question. Rider mustrecede back to previous position or receive Penalty:Disqualification from that event results.

• Failing to immediately respond to a Black flag, Redflag, or other signals from EMRA officials will resultin a penalty. Determination of offences is at thediscretion of the meet Referee or other appropriateRace Officials.

• In the case of no restart, any rider(s) deemedresponsible by the Referee for the race-ending incidentmay be placed in the results, at the end of theirrespective laps, using the method described previouslyfor re-gridding.

6.4 Protest Procedures

• If a competitor wishes to protest another racer in thesame class, (A rider filing a protest against anotherrider must have taken part in the event during whichthe alleged violation took place. Only riders may fileprotests.), the protest must be filed with the Refereewithin 20 minutes of the posting of the official resultsfor that race. A $25 cash fee is required to file aprotest, along with a brief written explanation of thedetails of the protest, signed and presented by the riderfiling the protest. Standard protest forms are availablefrom the EMRA Technical Director or Referees.

• After informing a competitor that their conduct or

motorcycle is under protest, they must presentthemselves to the EMRA Referee immediately or facedisqualification.

• All matters pertaining to a protest are checked by theEMRA executive (headed by the Referee) and theirdecision is final. Any competitors unwilling to allowtheir motorcycle to be inspected forfeit all points,awards, etc. due to them over the weekend in question.Further action may be taken against such a rider byreporting them to their license issuing organization.

• If a protest is upheld, the Referee refunds the protest feeto the protesting party.

6.5 Protest Appeals

• Protest Appeal Fee: $25.00• Any rider unsatisfied with a protest judgment can file a

request for an appeal hearing. If the protest judgmentis given during the meet, the rider wishing to file anappeal must verbally state intent to file an appeal tothe referee or his designee within one hour after thecompletion of the last race of the meet. If the protestjudgment is given after trophy presentations, the riderwishing to file an appeal must notify the EMRA officewithin 24 hours of the protest judgment being given,that intent to file an appeal exists. In either case, awritten version of the appeal must be received at theEMRA office, along with the appropriate fee, within 1week of the verbal intent notification. The EMRAExecutive then meets to review the case. The decisionof this EMRA Executive is final.

CHAPTER 7 SCORING7.1 Points

The EMRA awards points in all EMRA competition categories toward seasonChampionships to eligible race finishers in the following order:

• 1St

o 25 points• 2nd

o 20 points• 3rd

o 16 points• 4th

o 13 points• 5th

o 11 points

• 6th

o 10 points• 7th

o 9 points• 8th

o 8 points• 9th

o 7 points• 10th

o 6 points• 11th

o 5 points• 12th

o 4 points• 13th

o 3 points• 14th

o 2 points• 15th

o 1 point

• Full points are awarded to any class with a minimum of five riders competing. If less

than five riders compete in the class 1/2 points are awarded.• In case of a tie in overall point standings, the championship is awarded to the rider

with the most victories. If the championship is still undecided, (i.e.: the tied ridershave the same number of wins in that class) then the championship is awardedto the rider with the most second place finishes, or thirds or however low must bereviewed until the championship has been decided. If this method fails to breakthe tie, the rider with the best result in the final championship status event of theyear is crowned the class champion. This system is used to break ties in allEMRA championships.

7.2 Expert Superbike Champion• Each year the EMRA has an Expert Superbike Champion who becomes the next

year’s EMRA Number One Plate Holder, this Expert rider may use a black #1number plate for all EMRA events until the next year’s season ends and a newChampion is declared.

7.3 Club Champion• The Club Champion (Blue Plate Champion) is the racer who accumulates the

highest point total combined from all classes in one season. The rider may usemore than one motorcycle to enter different classes. Riders using only onemotorcycle for all events must finish four races per race day in order for thosepoints to count towards the Blue Plate Championship. The Overall ClubChampion may use a white #1 on a blue background number plate until thefollowing racing season ends and a new Champion is declared.

7.4 Team Championship

1. $20 per rider or $80 per team.2. Must register with Brian Worsdall by round 1.3. Maximum of 4 racers per team.4. No limitations on bikes or race entries.5. Intermediate & Expert combined teams are acceptable.6. Points are awarded to the rider, not the bike. (Riding two bikes in different

classes can earn additional points for that one rider.7. The one team with the highest combined point total will be awarded a

custom team trophy at the year end banquet.

• For all classes there must be a minimum of three riders entered in more than 50%

of the rounds to award a Championship.

CHAPTER 8 RACE OFFICIALS AND DUTIES

RACE DIRECTOR:Designated by the EMRA, and is in overall control of race event. Decisions affecting race day events aremade jointly between the Race Director and Race Day Officials. A rider may seek a ruling on any matterconcerning the race and the application of EMRA rules from the Race Director whose judgment is final atthat event. Has discretion to advance or demote riders between classifications.

CLERK OF THE COURSE:Reports to the Race Director and is responsible for all matters concerning track safety. This person has theauthority to stop a race by ordering a red flag displayed, or to remove a rider from a race by ordering ablack flag displayed. If a Race Director is unable to perform his duties during an event for any reason, theClerk of the Course assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Race Director as outlined above.

REFEREE:Reports to the Race Director and is responsible for receiving all protests and rendering decisions thereon,subject to appeal to the EMRA. The Referee renders decisions on disqualification of competitors, and mayfine, penalize or disqualify any rider who violates any of the rules of the EMRA.

Allocates a location for engine inspection and measurement; said location to be properly enclosed. Haveengines ready for measurement on completion of meet.

STARTER:Reports to the Clerk of the Course and is responsible for starting and finishing races and for displayingappropriate flags, as specified in Chapter 3.

CHIEF COURSE MARSHAL:Reports to the Clerk of the Course and is responsible for assigning all trackside marshals. The Chief CourseMarshal must be familiar with EMRA rules and events, and must ensure that all corners are manned withexperienced personnel and equipment.

PRE-GRID GRID MARSHAL:Reports to the Clerk of the Course and is responsible for organizing pre-grid procedures and for ensuringthat all riders are gridded correctly. The Pre-Grid Marshall has the authority to stop riders at the pre-gridgate if it is unsafe to enter the track or if the event is under starters orders.

CHIEF TECHNICAL INSPECTOR:Reports to the Clerk of the Course and is responsible for ensuring that all machines are prepared properlyas outlined in Chapter 5 and that each rider’s protective equipment and clothing is in good order.

CHIEF REGISTRAR:Reports to the Race Director and is responsible for registration, and the preparation of grid sheets for eachevent in the meet.

CHIEF SCORER:Reports to the Race Director and is responsible for scoring of races, and producing final results sheets foreach event during the meet.

RIDERS/RACER REPRESENTATIVE:Reports to the Race Director or the Clerk of the Course, and acts as a liaison between the competitors andthe Race Officials. Competitors are encouraged to discuss matters of concern with the RidersRepresentative before approaching any other Official for a ruling. If one or both of the rider reps. are in therace or are filing a protest, the competing riders’ rep must first approach the referee. The Referee and Racedirector will make the decision after all data has been retrieved.

APPENDIX A DEFINITIONS

The following definitions and abbreviations are adopted for use in these rules.

• Aftermarket - Produced by a manufacturer or fabricator

other than original equipment manufacturer.• cc - Cubic Centimeters.• Disqualification - Unless otherwise defined, means theforfeiture of all awards, prizes and points earned in allevents during that day’s meet.• Event - Any one of the races in a meet.• Meet - A meeting at which one or more races or eventsare held.• Motorcycle - A motorized, two-wheeled, competitionvehicle to be identified by its frame number, frame tag, orother frame marking.• OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturer• Paddock - Designated area primarily used formaintenance of event entered competition motorcycles andparking area for motorcycle transport and support vehicles.• Piston Displacement - The space covered or volumeswept out by the piston(s) at each stroke.• Pit Crew - Mechanic and/or assistants.• Pit(s) - Designated area directly adjacent to the trackbetween the main grandstands and the front straightaway.Access is limited to officials or individuals with appropriatetrack pass credentials.• Program - The predetermined outline of events thatmake up a meet.• Race - Competition in which two or more riders competeagainst each other.• Race Track or Circuit - These include the actual racingsurface, runoff areas and the Pits.• Suspension - (With respect to penalties) the loss of allrights to compete as a rider or member of a pit crew for thestated period. APPENDIX BLOCKWIRE(Safety Wire)The following items must be firmly attached in a positive manner with lock wire (safetywire). The lock wire must be new, not reused, and of the stainless steel type, not copper:a)Engine oil drain plug.b)Gearbox oil drain plug.c)Any bolt that, if removed, will release fluids (i.e.: oil coolers, radiator).d)Front axle pinch bolts or cap nuts.e)Axle nuts (unless secured by a cotter pin or hitch pin).f)Hitch pins at base.

g)Brake caliper bolts and torque arm mounts.h)Spin type oil filters must be hose clamped and lock wired in the direction of tightening.i)Drain bolts on forks must be wired or taped.j)Master link clip on discontinuous drive chains.

INSTALLATION OF LOCKWIRE

• Lock wiring is the securing together of two or more parts with a wire, which shallbe installed in such a manner that an additional tightening of the wire willcounteract any tendency for a part to loosen.

• For general-purpose lock wiring, use the preferred size of .032”. Use smallerdiameter wire where parts are too small to permit a hole diameter toaccommodate the preferred size, or where space limitations preclude the use ofthe preferred size. Larger sizes are used where stronger wire is required.

• All lock wire must be stainless steel.

• The common method of installing lock wire shall consist of two strands of wiretwisted together (double twist). One twist is two wires turned through 180degrees or half a complete turn. The single strand method of lock wiring may beused for some applications, such as in a closely spaced, closed geometricalpattern (triangle, square, rectangle, circle, etc.), or parts in electrical systems.

• The maximum span of lock wire between tension points shall be 6 inches.

• Where multiple groups are lock wired by either the double twistor the single strandmethod, the maximum number in a series shall be determined by the number ofunits that can be lock wired by a 24-inch length of wire.

• Caution must be exercised during the twisting operation to keep the wire tightwithout over stressing. Abrasions caused by commercially available wire twistingpliers shall be acceptable but nicks, kinks, and other damage to the wire are not.

• Lock wire shall not be installed in such a manner as to cause the wire to besubjected to chafing, fatigue through vibration, or additional tension other thanthe tension imposed on the wire to prevent loosening. In the event that no wirehole is provided, wiring should be to a convenient neighbouring part in a mannerso as not to interfere with the function of the parts. Hose and electrical couplingnuts shall be wired in the same manner as tube coupling nuts. Check the units tobe lock wired to make sure that they have been correctly torque. Under torque orover torque to obtain proper alignment of the holes is not advisable. It isimpossible to obtain a proper alignment within the specified torque limits, back offthe unit and try it again or select another unit.

• In adjacent units, it is desirable that the holes be in approximately the samerelationship to each other, thus the lock wire will have a tendency to pull the unitclockwise (for right handed threads). This should be reversed for left handthread.

• Where lock wire is used to secure a castellated nut on a threaded item, selectionof locking hole diameter for the item shall be based on cotter pin requirements.

• Lock wire outline section courtesy of AAMRR: American Association of MotorcycleRoad Racers.

There are a few examples on the following page, and many other various examples oflock wiring can be found on the EMRA web site, http://www.emra.ca in the Tech Tipssection.