2012 AHRMA Handbook RIDE ‘EM, DON’T HIDE ‘EM More than just a magazine, Motorcycle Classics provides a community where gearheads and classic bike fans gather to share their passion and enthusiasm for the power and beauty of the world’s greatest bikes. Every time you pick up an issue you’ll find: • Reliable reviews and evaluations of incredible motorcycles from around the world, from the greatest classic bikes of all time to the latest retro rides. • Profi les of the legendary riders who helped shape motorcycle culture into what it is today. • Inside information on the most incredible classic bike rallies and events, near and far. • Restoration tips and instructions, from minor tune-ups to major overhauls. • And much, much more! See us on the road: Road America Vintage Motorcycle Classic, June 8-10, 2012 Bonneville Vintage GP, Aug. 31-Sept. 2, 2012 Barber Vintage Festival, Oct. 12-14, 2012 SUBSCRIBE ONLINE: Get 6 issues for only $24.95 www.MotorcycleClassics.com/EMCADCZ1 AHRMA2012.indd 1 12/5/2011 11:58:32 AM American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association, Ltd. AHRMA National Offices 309 Buffalo Run, Goodlettsville, TN 37072 615-420-6435, fax 615-420-6438 www.ahrma.org n SECTION 1—INTRODUCTION Printed December 2011 © 2012 AHRMA. All rights reserved. Battle of Twins®, Sound of Thunder®, Sound of Singles®, BEARS® and The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association is a member-owned nonprofit association Battle of Legends® are registered trademarks of the dedicated to enhancing the sport of historic motorcycle racing and the enjoyment of riders and American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association. spectators. The purpose of all historic motorcycle racing is to provide an appropriate environment for and to showcase competition among classic and certain special-interest clubman and grand prix rac- ing motorcycles. AHRMA recognizes the difficulty and problems involved in maintaining these rare and valuable machines. These rules and class categories are founded upon the technical advice of experts and are intended to provide meaningful, fair competition. ON THE COVER: Thanks to the following for supplying photos: Sylvia Crain, The rules and guidelines contained in this book have evolved from many former vintage racing Luana Kirby and Fred Sahms. clubs. They represent the latest thinking and evolution of the vintage racing movement. The aim is to provide the best and safest competition through uniform rules and consistent application. AHRMA also offers a forum for “alternative” types of modern roadracing that otherwise would not receive the exposure they deserve. These include Sound of Singles, Battle ofT wins and ALUMINUM GAS Sound of Thunder. TANKS & OIL TANKS When questions arise regarding interpretation of these rules, decisions by AHRMA officials and Race personnel will be based on the intent of the rules in question. Handcrafted These rules of competition are intended only as a uniform guide for the conduct of the FABRICATORS sport. Rules related to safety are designed to make all persons concerned with safety, but Lightweight, Polished AHRMA does not warrant safety if the rules are followed. Each participant in competi- Race Tanks tion has the responsibility of assessing the safety aspects of facilities and conditions. Replicated or Custom Pat Mooney’s Petty Manx #11X Participation after such an assessment indicates an assumption of the risk. Motor racing Design can be dangerous. Communications regarding this handbook should be directed to the AHRMA Executive Tank Repairs Director, Rules Committee members or other officials listed in Section 17. Rules updates may be published during the year in Vintage Views. Any such changes also may be found on All Work AHRMA’s web site at www.ahrma.org/handbook. Metal Finished AHRMA, its logo, graphics and handbook are the property of the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association. Any use of the name, logo, graphics or handbook without express writ- Andrew H. Cowell ten permission is prohibited. 2375 Midway Road SE Bolivia, NC 28422 Voice: 910.431.2956 Fax: 910.253.8313 IMPORTANT NOTE: Rules and wording that are new for 2012 are underlined. E-mail: ALUMINUM GAS WELDING & TIG WELDING Please pay attention to these changes. [email protected] OVER 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE 3 n TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 12—Post-Vintage Motocross . 64 Historic—Classes and Eligibility ..............................................65 Section 1—Introduction . 3 Gran Prix—Classes and Eligibility.............................................66 Section 2—Definitions . 6 Ultima—Classes and Eligibility...............................................67 Section 3—Events and Race Procedures . 7 Additional Classes . .68 Organization of AHRMA Events...............................................7 Tech Inspection and Modifications ............................................69 Machine Eligibility .........................................................7 General Motocross Rules....................................................70 Technical Inspection ........................................................8 Section 13—Observed Trials . 71 Rider Eligibility ............................................................9 Classes..................................................................71 Rule Interpretation and Application . .11 Technical Inspection and Modifications . 72 Roadrace Procedures .......................................................11 Class and Ability Levels.....................................................73 Roadrace Flags............................................................12 Event Procedures ..........................................................73 Pit Bikes ................................................................13 Definitions forT rials Rules ..................................................75 Section 4—Entry Procedure . 14 National Championship Points ...............................................76 Section 5—Officials and Duties . 15 Section 14—Dirt Track . 77 Rider Eligibility/Equipment .................................................77 Section 6—Offenses, Penalties, Protests and Appeals . 16 Flat Track Classes..........................................................77 Offenses.................................................................16 TT Classes...............................................................80 Penalties.................................................................17 Race Procedures...........................................................81 Protests .................................................................18 Dirt Track Technical Inspection and Modifications ................................81 Appeals .................................................................19 TT Technical Inspection and Modifications . .83 Section 7—Duties of AHRMA-affiliated Clubs and Promoters . 19 Series Points Awards .......................................................83 Section 8—Classes for AHRMA Race Meets . 20 Section 15—Cross Country . 84 Section 9—General Roadracing Rules . 26 Classes..................................................................84 Rider Eligibility ...........................................................26 Race Procedures...........................................................85 Machine Eligibility ........................................................26 Series Points Awards .......................................................86 Technical Inspection .......................................................26 Section 16—AHRMA, The Organization . 87 Lockwire Requirements .....................................................27 The Origins of AHRMA . .87 Numbers and Number Plates ................................................28 AHRMA Organization .....................................................87 Scoring and Series Points Awards..............................................29 Getting More Involved .....................................................88 Mechanical Requirements for Vintage Classes ....................................30 Competition Opportunities..................................................88 Mechanical Requirements for Sound of Singles, Battle of Twins & Sound of Thunder .......... 33 AHRMA Membership......................................................88 Section 10—Requirements for Roadracing Classes . 36 Benevolent Fund ..........................................................89 Performance Index.........................................................37 Agreement Not to Sue and to Indemnify........................................89 Grand Prix: Premier 500, 500 GP, 350 GP, 250 GP, 200 GP Plus.....................37 Communications..........................................................89 Formula: Formula 750, Formula 500, Formula 250, Formula 125, Formula Vintage ..........40 Special Awards............................................................89 Classic: Class C Class C Handshift, Pre-1940 GP, Classic Sixties .....................42 Section 17—For More Information . 92 Sportsman ...............................................................45 Rules and Eligibility Committees .............................................92 Novice Historic Production..................................................46 Race Coordinators and Other Officials . .93 BEARS .................................................................47 AHRMA Offices ..........................................................95 Vintage Superbike .........................................................47 Board of Trustees..........................................................95