Entrants,
riders and participants are required to know and understand the rules and regulations that cover the BRANSON USA event and are (by reason of
their entry) definitely bound by such rules and regulations. Each participant in
competition has the responsibility to assess the safety aspects of track
facilities and conditions and MUST assume the risk of competition.
GENERAL RULES FOR COMPETITION:
There must be at least five (5) entries to make up a class at the BRANSON USA
race. If there are less than 5 entries, they shall compete in the next higher
age group or rider class as applicable and will be eligible for trophies and
awarded points according to how they finish in that higher class only.
1. The one machine qualified for (or used
in the first moto) must be used by the rider for all motos in that event.
2. One bike may be entered by two or more riders for other events within the
same bike classification by paying the additional entry fee.
3. No one except riders officially entered may ride or practice on the race
course at any time.
4. If a rider leaves the course during the race for any reason, whether
mechanical or physical, and then decides to resume the race, the rider must
re-enter at his point of exit before another lap can be counted in his favor.
If it is unsafe or impossible to re-enter at his point of exit, then he must
re-enter the race track where he has considered it safe to do so without
bettering his position.
5. If a moto must be stopped because one or more
riders is obstructing the progress of that moto, that
rider(s) may not be allowed to continue in the re-start of that moto, as determined by the event official
6. Race Officials will determine restart conditions.
7. If for any reason the race must be stopped, it will be considered completed
if over 50% of the race has been run.
8. A lapped rider must move over at all times or he will be black-flagged.
9. Any foul riding, unnecessary bumping, crowding, lack of caution, blocking or
other unsportsmanlike conduct at the race event is grounds for disqualification
or penalty as determined by Race Management.
10. Officials are not responsible to locate entrants for the events they are
entered in.
11. Officials will not be responsible for any occurrence that results in “back
to back” motos for a rider who enters multiple race
events. The rider's representative must notify officials of that occurrence and
be available at the start area for consultation.
12. No one, rider or his representative, will be allowed to hold or station
himself in a preferred position on the start line in advance of his moto. No practice starts in advance of a moto will be allowed unless approved by the Start Line
Official.
13. Flags are used to communicate with riders on the track. Riders are
responsible for taking the appropriate action:
GREEN. . . . . Start of the race (THE 2-1 BOARD UTILIZED FOR STARTING)
YELLOW. . . . Danger on track, use caution between yellow flags and danger area
RED . . . . . . . Stopping of race for an emergency situation
BLACK. . . . . .Disqualification of rider.
WHITE. . . . . .One lap to go to finish
BLACK and WHITE. . Checkered flag. Finish, end of race
Racers should continue to race until they are given the checkered flag.
It is possible a racer may never see the white flag only the checkered.
Officials Scorers Lap Sheets and decisions are final.
14. All riders must have ankle or higher boots, proper helmets (current Snell
standards), eye and full upper and lower body coverage (such as “race” pants
and full arm race jersey).
15. THE RIDER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CONDUCT OF HIMSELF AND HIS PARENTS, TUNERS
OR ANYONE ELSE ASSOCIATED WITH HIM. BRANSON USA reserves the right to refuse
entry or participation to anyone including their right to enter the property
where the event is being presented, whether it be participant, parent or anyone
deemed by BRANSON USA as associated with same.
16. Any verbal harassment to Officials will be grounds for immediate
disqualification and/or fine for those riders or parties involved. Any physical
abuse to Officials will be grounds for permanent disqualification of the rider
and allowable for notice by BRANSON USA to all other race associations of the
occurrence.
17. No soliciting or distributing of literature or products will be allowed at
BRANSON USA events without prior approval from BRANSON USA officials.
18. NO REFUNDS OR RAIN CHECKS will be issued in any classes once you have
ridden on the track for practice or racing.
19. All trophies, prizes, etc. not picked up on day of event or designated pick
up date by BRANSON USA will be forfeited.
20. Officials reserve the right to prevent anyone from competing in any event
if the rider or bike does not comply with the rules.
30% TROPHIES
AWARDED BASED UPON NUMBER OF ENTRIES IN EACH CLASS. 4 ENTRIES AND LESS MOVE UP
TO NEXT HIGHER CLASS.
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No.
In Class
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Trophies
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5
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1
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6-8
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2
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9-11
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3
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12-14
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4
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15-17
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5
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18-20
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6
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21-23
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7
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24-26
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8
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27-29
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9
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30
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10
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NOTE DNF (DID NOT FINISH) COUNTED IN TROPHIES; DNR (DID NOT RACE) NOT
COUNTED IN TROPHIES
BRANSON USA STOCK RULES - APPLIES TO ALL STOCK CLASSES (50cc THRU 450cc)
The BRANSON USA “stock” rules are established to allow for safety, handling
performance and to allow the cycle suitable for competition racing.
1. Must have original engine, carburetor, frame, front suspension exhaust
system, silencer, friction clutch or internal gears as supplied by manufacturer
for that particular model. Must also have original
manufacturers' brakes, swing arm and gas tank. Must
utilize original shock mounting on frame and swing arm. No change to
engine, electronics or carburetor components will be allowed. No port clean up
or “Blueprinting” engine allowed, including dimensional matching of parts by
selectivity. Removal or change of gaskets, “O” rings or other components not
allowed.
2. No components may be altered, changed or added to. No factory options that
contribute to the increase of power or factory bolt-on kits to replace original
stock parts will be allowed. Exception: 12" rim/tire front may be
installed on 7-8 and Super Pee Wees.
3. The only exceptions or changes in the stock class will be allowed for
safety, such as handlebars, triple clamps, throttles, foot pegs, rear shock,
seat cover, fenders, tires, front and rear sprockets, spokes and rims
(replacement rim must be the same size as original stock rim). Carburetor jets
(removable type) may not exceed 25% larger than original stock jet. The frame
may be strengthened by adding metal via welding or may be repaired via welding
(or similar). Chain guides and tensioners will be
allowed. Air cleaner and box may be removed or replaced. Graphics/stickers may
be changed. Clutch and brake levers may be changed. Hand guards may be added.
4. On front suspension, springs, oil and valving may
be changed in forks. All other components must remain stock. Rear suspension
must utilize original mount locations, after market shock may be utilized.
Kickstands must be removed.
5. After market pistons and rings will be allowed providing specifications are
the same as original factory pistons and rings for that year/model bike.
Overbore and stroking not allowed in stock classes.
6. Bike and motor must be assembled by manufacturer and stocked by dealer with
brand of motor supplied on that model to be considered stock and must be
available to the public without special ordering or modifications from the
manufacturer or dealer. The bike must have a manufacturer's model number. All
new products must have had 200 or more manufactured and must be in the United
States and available to the public for sale, including 2008 products.
7. Stock qualification is limited to that model year. Definition: You cannot
upgrade last year's model to current year's specs. All other bike and rider
limitations will be per the judgment of the Chief Tech Inspector and will be
final. The Chief Tech Inspector will have the decision on any addition or
deletion to a machine that affects the operation, performance and appearance.
8. A stock bike may be raced in the modified classes.
PEE WEE SPECIFICATIONS
The Pee Wee class is for riders up through 8 yrs. old
except for the Super Pee Wee class which allows riders through age 9. The Pee
Wee bike is a special model made for this class by major manufacturers and must
be designed to meet the following specifications: All stock bike models must
have had 200 or more manufactured and must be available to the United States
Public at dealers, with proof of import upon request from Branson USA . The maximum Pee Wee wheel size is Rims 10” and Tires
2.75 x 10” in both Stock and Modified classes except in Super Pee Wee Class and
7-8 class which may have a 12" front rim, tire size 2.75 x 12" max.
The STOCK CLASS engine displacement is 51cc MAX with overbore
allowed only to those overbore size pistons specified by original manufacturer
of the particular model bike and engine. Oil injection may be disconnected on
PW50. NOTE: Foot or hand-operated brakes may be used on both stock and modified
Pee Wee bikes. Overall length limited to 38” in 4-6 and 42” in 7-8, measured
from axle to axle centers. For further stock class rules, see STOCK CLASS RULES
& Technical Safety Rules.
The P.Wee
class is for riders up through 8 yrs. old except for the SUPER P.WEE class
which allows riders through age 9. The P.Wee bike is a special model made for this class by major
manufacturers and must be designed to meet the following specifications:
All stock bike models must
have had 100 or more manufactured and must be available to the United States
Public with proof of import submitted to NMA.
The maximum P.Wee wheel size is Rims 10” &
Tires 2.75 x10” in both Stk & Mod 4-6 Classes. The 7-8 & Super P.Wee
classes may have a 12” front rim, tire size 2.75 x 12” max.
THE STOCK CLASS engine displacement is 51cc Max. with overbore allowed only to those overbore size pistons
specified by original manufacturer of that particular model bike &
engine. Oil injection may be
disconnected on PW50. Note: Foot or
hand-operated brakes may be used on both Stk &
Mod P.Wee bikes. For further stock class rules, see
STOCK CLASS RULES & Technical Safety rules.
PEE WEE MODIFIED CLASS:
1. Maximum engine displacement is 61cc FOR 2 Stroke, 90cc for 4 Stroke
2. Engine modification open.
3. Must use original engine type lower end & cylinder. Sgl. Speed transmission only.
4. Overall length limited to 37” in 4-6 & 42” 7-8 & Super P.Wee measured from axle to axle centers.
5. Suspension modification open.
Handlebar width not to exceed 30”
All Pee Wee bikes must function through a centrifugal clutch. Any other changes or modifications for this
bike must meet the approval of the race manager
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Approved
Pee WeeProducts for 4-6 Stk
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Approved
Pee Wee Products for
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Approved
Pee Wee Products for
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&
Mod & All other Pee Wee Stk & Mod Classes
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7-8
Classes
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Super
Pee Wee 6-9 Classes
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Cobra CM50
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LEM LX2
RACER
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PRC LX-RR*
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METRA KIT MKX50
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ALL PRODUCTS LISTED
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KTM SX50 PRO JR
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SUZ JR 50
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COBRA KING
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LEM LX3 RACER
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FOR BOTH AGE GROUPS
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ITALJET FAST BOY RCR
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HUS-CR50 JR
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KTM50 SR LC
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LEM R3
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POLINI X1 R
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YAM PW 50
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KTMSX50 PRO SR
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COBRA KING
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COBRA CX50
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POLINI XR3
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(Modified or revised 7-8
class cycles Note: 12”
Front Rim allowed in 7-8 & Super Pee Wee classes only
Cannot compete in 4-6
classes) *Mod
Only
ALL STOCK BIKE MODELS MUST HAVE A QUANTITY
OF 100 IN THE COUNTRY AND BE AVAILABLE FOR SALE BY DEALER.
JR. CYCLE SPECIFICATIONS
The
Jr. Cycle class is for those riders in the younger age bracket who compete on
the small rim Minicycles. The Jr. Cycle Class is designed for those
bikes made by a major manufacturer and have the
original product appearance of a small minicycle; the
bike must be from the original manufacturer with a manufacturer’s model
number. The bike may be modified with in
NMA technical and safety regulations and per the following:
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JR.
CYCLE PRODUCTS
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1.
Wheel base may not exceed 47" from axle to axle centers.
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2
STROKE
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4
STROKE
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2.
Handlebar width not to exceed 30".
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KAW KX 60 / SUZ RM 65
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3.
Maximum displacement is 65cc for 2 stroke and 110 for 4 stroke.
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KAW KX 65 / SUZ RM 60
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PITSTER
PRO 110*
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No overbore or stroking allowed that will exceed class cc limits.
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KTM 65SX / COBRA CX 65
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POLINI
XP4T110*
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4.
Maximum rim size is 14" and minimum is 12".
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POLINI XP65R / LEM 65
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5.
Must function through a multiple speed gear box.
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METRAKIT MKX65
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*MODIFIED
ONLY
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The Stock Class for Jr. Cycles is defined
under Stock Class Rules
1. No shortened or lowered frames or
shortened swing arms allowed to reduce a non-conforming bike to meet Jr. Cycle
specs.
2. Modifications of the original frame and swing arm are allowed for the
purpose of performance, safety or added strength.
3. Must utilize the original engine type lower end and cylinder from that bike
model being modified.
4. You cannot assemble a Kawasaki engine into a KTM frame or any similar
combination.
5. Change of head, clutch, carburetion, exhaust system, ignition, sprockets and
suspension is optional.
MINICYCLE
SPECIFICATIONS
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Minicycle
Products
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Minicycle
Products
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1. Maximum length for minicycles is 52” axle to axle centers.
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2
Stroke
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4
Strokes
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2. Maximum front rim size 17” and
minimum rear rim 14”
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YAM
YZ85 / KAW KX 85
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HON
150 R
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3. Handlebar span cannot exceed 33”.
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SUZ
RM85 / HON CR85 R
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4. Maximum engine displacement in minicycle two strokes is 85cc
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KTM85SX
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or
150cc in four strokes.
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*The 150R 4 Stroke is allowed in the
12-13 and the 14-16 age group.
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The engine can in no way exceed this 85cc limit in two strokes. No overbore or stroking
allowed. The stock class is defined under Stock Class Rules within these rules.
The Modified Class will be open to engine, frame, rim and suspension
modifications providing they do not exceed the minicycle
specifications listed in Numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4 above.
SUPER MINI CYCLE SPECIFICATIONS
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SUPER
MINI 2 STROKE
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SUPER
MINI 4 STROKE
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1. Maximum rim size is 19” on front and
minimum of 16” on rear.
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2. Overall wheelbase cannot exceed
56" from axle to axle centers.
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KAW
KX 100
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HON
150 R
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3. Maximum engine displacement including
overbore is
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SUZ
RM 100
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HON
150 RE
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112cc for a two stroke and 150cc for a 4
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HON
85 E
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4. The Super Mini Class is through age
16 (Non Pro).
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YAM
YZSM
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5. All products listed above under Minicycle Products are also
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KTM
105
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eligible to race the Super Mini Class.
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150 4 STROKE SPECIFICATIONS
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150
4 Stroke Products
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1.
Maximum rim size 17" on front and minimum of 14" on rear
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2.
Max Length for 150 4 strokes is 52" axle to axle
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150
R
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3.
The 150 4 Stroke class age limit is 16 year old (non pro)
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4.
The HON 150 R may compete. The
150 RE (expert) may compete in Super Mini Class only.
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5.
The maximum displacement cannot exceed 150cc
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GIRLS
AND WOMENS CLASSES
1. The Girls Class is established as 65cc up to
85cc. A stock or modified, per these rules may be utilized. No big wheel 85 or
4 stroke products are allowed. The age limit is up to 16 yrs.
2. The Women’s non pro class is for 125cc 2
stroke and up to 250 4 stroke motorcycles.
The 150 4 stroke, including the 150RE may also be utilized. Age is open.
MOTORCYCLE SPECIFICATIONS
BRANSON USA provides classes for 125cc and
250cc two strokes and 250 and 450 four stroke size motorcycles. No minicycles are allowed. A bike that qualifies for the Super
Mini class will not be allowed to compete in the motorcycle classes.
All bikes competing in the motorcycle classes must be of original manufacturer
(including Model No.) by a nationally known company. Special frames or frame
modifications are allowed providing they meet safety and technical regulations
pertaining function and size relative to the frame they have replaced. All
motorcycles must be raced in the proper cc class.
No overbore or stroking allowed. Displacement for 250 and 450cc four stroke
cycles cannot exceed factory manufactured size for that cycle model. Two
Stroke Cycles allowed as follows: 125cc Max. in
250cc class, 250cc Max in 450cc class. NOTE: You cannot race a 250 4-stroke in
the 450 class.
RIDER CLASSIFICATIONS
It is the duty of the individual rider to
determine the class he is legal to ride in. Beginner classes are for racers who
have not competed in any level more than one year on any size cycle.
Entry into a class does not necessary make you legal for that class. You
can be protested by another entrant or his representative. Responsibility of
meeting property rider classification and bike specification rests within the
individual entrant. cc bike.
The NOVICE class is for riders who are classified as Novice or “C” and
have not raced as intermediate or “B” with any organization.
The INTERMEDIATE class is for riders who are classified as Intermediate
or “B” and have not raced as Pro Sport, Pro, Expert , “A” , Pro-AM etc. with
any other organization.
The PRO class is for riders who race with any other organization as Pro,
Expert, A”, “Money” or highest advanced class.
