National Sporting Code of the ACU and these Standing
Regulations shall apply at all Drag Racing Meetings, together with the
Supplementary Regulations and any final instructions.
1. ELIGIBILITY.
For 2002 no national competitions are planned. Track time will be given
at selected events at Shakespeare County Raceway for setup and practise
purposes. No competition licenses will be required.
2. SPECIFICATION OF MOTORCYCLE.
Motorcycles must comply with the Class rules and the requirements of
the following Regulations.
3. BRAKES.
All machines must be equipped with at least one efficient brake per
wheel, operating independently, and acting directly on the wheel. Hydraulic
brakes may be fitted to any wheel, provided that the cylinders and lines
are adequately protected from accidental damage. The hydraulic fluid
reservoir must be mounted in such a position as to allow easy inspection
of the fluid level. All disc brakes must be of the double calliper pattern,
e.g. having brake pads on each side of the disc. Must be able to operate
from normal riding position i.e. both hands on handlebars and feet on
footrests.
4. TYRES.
The minimum cross section of tyre allowed for any class is 50mm. Dust
caps must be fitted to all tyre valves. Any tyre which, in the opinion
of the Scrutineer, bears any signs of having sidewall markings or lettering
tampered with will be grounds for immediate exclusion of the rider from
the event.
5. APPEARANCE.
All machines must be of presentable appearance at all times. Entries
may be refused where appearance is not considered to be up to the general
standards of competition.
6. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.
Competitors must wear a complete leather suit of at least 1.2mm in thickness
(on all parts of the suit), Two piece suits that zip together at the
waist are acceptable, however all other of the General Technical Regulations
must be complied with. Non-leather material may be used if it meets
with the requirements laid down by the FIM. Bulky hard objects such
as tools must not be carried in pockets or on the person.
7. HELMETS. Full face only. Please refer to helmet section of
ACU hand book for full details.
8. CAPACITY RESTRICTIONS.
As per class rules.
9. CLASSES.
As per class rules.
10. DRAIN PLUGS.
All drain plugs securing any liquid must be so fitted as to prevent
any leakage, and positively locked against loosening, with wire.
11. FUEL LINES.
Must be securely fitted at all joints and a quick action fuel tap must
be within easy reach of the rider. 12. FUEL TANKS.
All fuel tanks must be securely fitted to the machine and incorporate
securely fitting filler caps. Metal tanks must be robustly constructed.
Non Metallic Fuel Tanks - Non metallic fuel tanks must carry an international
standard mark for the purpose for which it is being used e.g S.F.I.,
I.S.O.
13. HANDLEBARS AND CONTROL LEVERS.
Any type or make of handlebar may be fitted at the owner's discretion.
It is compulsory to fit lock stops to ensure a minimum clearance of
25mm between the handlebars and any other part of the machine, to prevent
trapping of the rider's hands. The minimum angle of rotation either
side of centre line or mid point is 20 degrees. Handlebar grips, if
fitted, must be securely attached. It is recommended that all control
levers be of the ball ended type. Once the engine is running a competitor
should be able to engage or disengage gear without removing either hand
from the handlebars.
14. OVERFLOWS.
All breathers must terminate in a catch can/tank of 550ml minimum capacity
or vent into the exhaust if normally aspirated.
15. STREAMLINING.
There must be clearance of at least 20mm between the streamlining and
the extremities of the handlebars or steering device, including any
attachment thereto, whatever the position of the handlebars. It must
not be possible for the front wheel to make contact with the streamlining
whatever the position of the handlebars. The streamlining must be constructed
of metal or other suitable material, and fitted to allow complete liberty
of movement of the rider, both when riding and when getting on and off
the machine, without the streamlining or any part of it having to be
displaced. The screen, if fitted, must be constructed of Perspex or
similar material.
16. THROTTLE LINKAGE.
All motorcycles must have the throttle controlled by a hand operated
twistgrip, incorporating a positive acting spring attached directly
to the carburettor throttle arm. The throttle must close automatically
upon releasing the twistgrip.
17. ENGINE.
As per class rules.
18. IGNITION.
Any type or make of ignition system may be fitted. A positive acting
cut out switch must be fitted, and attached to the top fork yoke or
handlebars. Ignition KILL buttons are not acceptable. All machines must
have a positive KILL switch attached to the rider by lanyard.
19. COMPUTERS.
Can be used for information gathering only. Throttle operation, shifting,
clutch activation, control of fuel injection metering etc., are to be
solely under the control of the rider.
20. FUEL PUMPS.
Any make of fuel pump may be fitted. If electrically operated, the pump
must be connected to the ignition switch so that they are switched off
with the ignition.
21. FOOTRESTS.
Unless original equipment is used, the footrests should be of 19mm diameter
minimum and ball ended. 22. BATTERIES.
May be located at the owner's discretion, providing that the mounting
is of sound construction.
23. NUMBERS.
Competitors should display their class and vehicle numbers to the rear
and each side of the motorcycle, in numbers and letters at least 75mm
high.
24. PRIMARY TRANSMISSION.
If the clutch and/or primary transmission is exposed it must be fitted
with a guard as a safety measure to protect the rider even as a result
of breakage. The guard must be conceived in such a manner that under
no circumstances can the rider come into accidental contact with these
transmission parts. It must be designed to protect the rider from injuring
fingers. Outboard mounted clutches must have a cover of at least 3mm
aluminium or 1 mm steel. Any suitable make or type of drive chain/belt
may be installed.
25. FUELS.
For petrol-burning classes, the dielectric constant as per DC meter
may be no greater than 4, and Propylene Oxide is prohibited. Octane
boosters are permitted.
26. MEDICAL COVER.
At each Drag Race meeting there must be a minimum of one Doctor or Paramedic
and one Ambulance present. If the Doctor or Paramedic has to leave the
circuit, all racing must cease. All Paramedics must have personal malpractice
indemnity cover. For definitions of Doctor, Paramedic, Ambulance and
First Aid Personnel, please refer to the Medical Services Section within
the ACU Road Race Yearbook. The minimum equipment requirements for an
Ambulance are stated in the ACU Road Race Yearbook.
27. TRACK.
The safety precautions of tracks will be as laid down for each permanent
course licence or temporary course certificate following an inspection
of the course. 2
8. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS.
As per the Road Race Yearbook.
29. GROUND CLEARANCE.
Machines must have a minimum ground clearance of 50mm with the rider
sitting on the bike with feet on the footrests and a maximum of 30 psi
in the front tyre and 4 psi in the rear.
30. DRIVE CHAINS AND GUARDS.
Any suitable make or type of chain may be used, but must be adequately
guarded. Guards manufactured from 3mm Dural (or equivalent strength
alternative) must be fitted to prevent the chain contacting the rider
as a result of breakage.
