2021 ASBK Competitor Information Kit Version 1 19/01/2021
Introduction
The Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) will have Sporting Regulations in which are a combination of sporting, technical and judicial rules specific to ASBK.
The Competitor Information Kit will supplement the ASBK Sporting Regulations and to provide competitors with all the additional information they require for the season for Rounds 1 – 7.
Competitors for all classes in ASBK (including support classes) are required to read this document and complete the required information as requested.
The Australian F1 and F2 Championship and Oceania Junior Cup have specific Supplementary Regulations related to their Series, which competitors must also read in conjunction and prior to competition.
Final Instructions will be released one week prior to the event, via Mailchimp and will also be available at www.asbk.com.au
This document may be updated from time to time and the latest version will be shared with competitors and post to www.asbk.com.au
Kind Regards, Samantha Redfern Event Manager Motorcycling Australia [email protected]
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1. Contact Details
PRE & POST EVENT ENQUIRES ON-SITE ENQUIRES MEDIA ENQUIRES Samantha Redfern Denise Stronach Adam Olive Event Manager Race Secretary Media Manager Motorcycling Australia ASBK Motorcycling Australia 03 9684 0501 0408 583 976 0438 297 514 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
1.1 Enquiries
Please note that all requests regarding technical queries, rule clarification or regarding an incident at an event must be in writing by the competitor or entrant; in the case of competitors under the age of 18 requests will be accepted by the parent.
2. Communication
2.1 Mailchimp
Updates will be sent to Competitors/Crew on the ASBK Competitor Mailing List with further details and reminders. If you are not already on the email list, please send your request by emailing [email protected]
2.2 Team App
Team App will be utilised throughout the Season to communicate important and urgent updates. Download Team App on your Mobile phone, search ASBK Championship and request the relevant groups.
2.3 Final Instructions
Will be sent via MailChimp and posted to the Competitor Info Page at www.asbk.com.au
2.4 Non-Acceptable Methods
Messages sent via SMS/text, Facebook messenger, Instagram messenger or any other social media platform regarding ASBK matter will not be accepted. Please put your request in writing via email or phone the relevant contact listed in this document.
3. General Information
3.1 New Competitors
Competitors who have not previously competed in ASBK are required to email through supporting evidence of their experience in road racing. Ie: race results to [email protected]. The ASBK Event Management Team will then review your submission.
3.2 Guardians
All competitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent. If a parent is not attending the event, they are required to complete the Nomination of Guardian Form and return it to Motorcycling Australia prior to the commencement of the event. Competitors without a nominated Guardian Form or parent present will not be eligible to ride.
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3.3 Rider Numbers
3.3.1 Competitors must apply for a Rider Number by completing the ASBK Rider Number Application within this Information Kit. Existing allocations are available on the Competitor Info Section of ASBK.com.au
3.3.2 It is compulsory for competitors to run their registered number at all ASBK Events
3.3.3 Numbers are available for sale at all ASBK rounds from the Race Secretary
3.3.4 Stylised numbers are subject to approval. Email design to [email protected]
3.4 Decals
MA receives the right to stipulate that various stickers/decals are to be affixed to machines according to Championship sponsorship requirements.
3.5 On Board Cameras
No on board camera are allowed without prior approval. On board camera application forms can be obtained from the Race Office. Your applications form is to be taken to technical inspection with your motorcycle with camera mounted. Technical inspection will then approve or decline the applications.
No Helmet camera are allowed.
The rights to the video from onboard cameras belong’s to Motorcycling Australia and cannot be used without written permission from Motorcycling Australia.
3.6 Web Links
This document and the Competitor Info Page on www.asbk.com.au are the best places to find all the information that is available for ASBK. Information is posted and communicated as soon as it becomes available. If the information you are seeking is not yet posted, then it is probably not yet available.
How to Enter an Event on Ridernet is a step-by-step guide for those new to the Ridernet system.
Tyre Homologation List is a list of approved tyres for the Championship. This will be release on 8th February 2021 and may change throughout the year. Any updates to the Homologation List will be communicated to all competitors.
3.7 Media Grids
3.7.1 For all Superbike and Supersport races there will have a media grid will take place for all, refer to the ASBK Sporting Regulations 3.6 – Pre-Race Media Grids for further information.
Media Grids for selected Supersport 300 races throughout the 2021 season may occur. Races where these media grids will occur will be advised via the ASBK updates and Final Instruction of the round, where applicable.
3.7.2 Any equipment containing oil, water or fuel must not contaminate the track with fluids whilst being used. The only fluids allowed on the grid are drinks for riders which must be in a split proof container.
Re-fuelling of motorcycles is not allowed and no additional lubricants other than that which are contained within the motorcycle are permitted on the track, this includes but is not limited to chain lubricants, brake fluid, engine oil or Non Glycol radiator coolant.
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3.8 Withdrawals – Refund Policy
For the withdrawal of an entry to be valid it must be made in writing at least 10 working days prior to the first day of the round in question. A withdrawal under these criteria will receive a refund however, $20 of the entry fee will be withheld for administrative costs and all credit card and processing fees will not be refunded.
If you are withdrawing within 10 working days of the first day of a round, this needs to be completed in writing and accompanied by a medical certificate. A refund will be granted once this is received and $20 of the entry fee will be withheld for administrative costs and all credit card and processing fees will not be refunded.
3.9 Ridernet Profiles
It is the responsibility of the competitor to ensure their Ridernet profile is up to date and accurate. It is advised to add your bikes including VIN and Engine Number at the start of the year, this information is then stored in your profile and can be applied to each event. Competitors without a VIN and/or Engine Number on their entry may result in delays/refusal from Technical Inspection.
3.10 International Competitors
International Competitors are eligible to compete in ASBK, please refer to the Round Location details for IMNs. To obtain a Ridernet ID tied to your FIM Licence contact [email protected]. Refer to Section 6.2 Licensing for details.
3.11 Trade Alley
Trade Alley is a free opportunity for vendors to display at ASBK. We advise sharing this information with your sponsors. Further details will be available in the new year from asbk.com.au/get-started/trade-alley/
4. Senior Officials
The roles and duties of the Race Director, Clerk of Course, Chief Technical Officer and Race Secretary are outlined in the ASBK Sporting Regulations.
MA Steward Peter Smith ASBK Race Director Tom Williams ASBK Safety Officer Simon Maas ASBK Race Secretary Denise Stronach ASBK Clerk of Course Paul Hinds ASBK Deputy Clerk of Course Gary Bleazby ASBK Deputy Clerk of Course Peter Black ASBK Chief Technical Officer Rob Scott ASBK Deputy Chief Technical Officer Gino Coyle ASBK Chief Pit Lane Marshal Sam Phillips ASBK Series Tyre Scrutineer Jan Higgins ASBK Chief Timekeeper Scott Laing ASBK Official Starter Brendan Ferrari ASBK Chief Marshal Graeme Eberhard
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5. Classes & Rounds
5.1 Championship Classes CLASS ROUNDS Superbike: Rounds 1 – 7 Supersport: Rounds 1 – 3 & 5 – 7 Supersport 300: Rounds 1 – 3 & 5 – 7 Women’s Supersport 300: (within Supersport 300 class) Rounds 1 – 3 & 5 - 7
5.2 Support Classes CLASS ROUNDS YMF R3 Cup: Rounds 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 Oceania Junior Cup: Rounds 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 Australian F1 & F2 Sidecar Championship: Rounds 2 & 3
6. Event Details
6.1 Round Locations
All rounds are conducted under the jurisdiction of Motorcycling Australia Limited
RD CIRCUIT DATE PERMIT # LICENCE IMN 1 All Wheels Race Fest - Phillip Island GP Circuit, VIC 19 – 21 Feb MA 2441 201030 191/29 2 Winton Motor Raceway, Benalla VIC 12 – 14 March MA 2442 200609 191/30 3 Wakefield Park Raceway, Goulburn NSW 16 – 18 April MA 2443 200627 191/31 4 Supercars – Hidden Valley Raceway, Darwin NT 18-20 June MA 2444 200622 191/32 5 Morgan Park Raceway, QLD 20 – 22 Aug MA 2445 200929 191/33 6 International Superbike Doubleheader – The Bend 23-26 Sept MA 2446 200612 191/34 Motorsport Park, SA (with Asia Road Racing Championships) 7 Symmons Plains Raceway, SA 4-7 Nov MA 2447 200621 191/60
6.2 Licencing
International competitors require an FIM Licence (including New Zealand), issued by their respective FMN, and must furnish both a Start Permission and an FIM Licence for all ASBK Rounds. The FIM Licences that will be accepted for The Event are Annual International Circuit Racing Meetings Licence and One Meeting International Circuit Racing Meetings directly linked to the IMN for the Round. International competitors will require a valid start permission issued by their respective FMN.
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6.3 Track Capacities
Maximum number of bikes permitted on the track for each circuit in this Championship are as follows:
RD CIRCUIT CLASS PRACTICE/QUALIFYING RACES 1 Phillip Island SBK/SSP 48 40 Other Solo Classes 50 42 2 Winton Motor Raceway SBK/SSP 42 35 Other Solo Classes 45 38 3 Wakefield Park Raceway SBK/SSP 43 36 Other Solo Classes 45 38 4 Hidden Valley Raceway SBK 41 34 5 Morgan Park SBK/SSP 41 34 Other Solo Classes 43 36 6 The Bend Motorsport Park SBK/SSP 57 48 Other Solo Classes 57 48 7 Symmons Plains Raceway SBK/SSP 34 28 Other Solo Classes 36 30
7. Event Entry Details
Entry for all Rounds are now available via Ridernet. Visit the Competitor Info Page for links.
7.1 Event Entry Fees
All fees are inclusive of GST.
ROUND 1 – AUSTRALIAN ALL WHEELS RACE FEST – PHILLIP ISLAND VIC 19 – 21 FEBRUARY CLASS FEE (Inc RACESAFE LEVY) Superbike $515:00 Supersport $505:00 Supersport 300 / R3 $420:00 Oceania Junior Cup Included in series entry ADDITIONS Thursday Practice $90:00 Friday Practice $160:00 Half Pit Lane Garage $175:00 Full Off Pit Lane Garage $150:00 Half Off Pit Lane Garage $75:00
ROUND 2 – WINTON MOTOR RACEWAY – BENALLA VIC 12 – 14 MARCH CLASS FEE (Inc RACESAFE LEVY) Superbike $475:00 Supersport $465:00 Supersport 300 $390:00 R3 Cup $375:00 Oceania Junior Cup Included in series entry Sidecars $375:00 ADDITIONS Friday Practice $160:00 Cross Entry Discount of $140:00 Half Pit Lane Garage $90:00 Full Off Pit Lane Garage $100:00 Half Off Pit Lane Garage $50:00 Page 6
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ROUND 3 – WAKEFIELD PARK RACEWAY, GOULBURN NSW 16 – 18 APRIL CLASS FEE (Inc RACESAFE LEVY) Superbike $475:00 Supersport $465:00 Supersport 300 $390:00 R3 Cup $375:00 Oceania Junior Cup Included in series entry ADDITIONS Friday Practice $160:00 Cross Entry Discount of $140:00 Half Pit Lane Garage $90:00 Full Off Pit Lane Garage $100:00 Half Off Pit Lane Garage $50:00
ROUND 4 - HIDDEN VALLEY RACEWAY, DARWIN NT (WITH SUPERCARS) 18 – 20 JUNE CLASS FEE (Inc RACESAFE LEVY) Superbike $150:00 ADDITIONS Friday Practice Free Full Off Pit Lane Garage Free Half Off Pit Lane Garage Free
ROUND 5 - MORGAN PARK RACEWAY, WARWICK QLD 20 – 22 AUGUST CLASS FEE (Inc RACESAFE LEVY) Superbike $475:00 Supersport $465:00 Supersport 300 $390:00 R3 Cup $375:00 Oceania Junior Cup Included in series entry ADDITIONS Friday Practice $160:00 Cross Entry Discount of $140:00 Full Carport $80:00
ROUND 6 – INT.SUPERBIKE DOUBLEHEADER – THE BEND MOTORSPORT PARK, SA 23 – 26 SEPT. CLASS FEE (Inc RACESAFE LEVY) Superbike $675:00 Supersport $665:00 Supersport 300 $580:00 ADDITIONS Thursday Practice $75:00 Cross Entry $140:00 Half Pit Lane Garage $150:00 Marquee 3 x 3 $150:00
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ROUND 7 – SYMMONS PLAINS RACEWAY, TAS 4-7 NOVEMBER CLASS FEE (Inc FRIDAY PRACTICE & RACESAFE LEVY) Superbike $475:00 Supersport $465:00 Supersport 300 $390:00 R3 Cup $375:00 Oceania Junior Cup Included in series entry ADDITIONS Thursday Practice $90:00 Friday Practice No Charge – fee covered by Motorcycling Australia Cross Entry Discount of $140:00 Half Pit Lane Garage $90:00 Full Off Pit Lane Garage $100:00 Half Off Pit Lane Garage $50:00
7.2 Cross Entry and Second Entry
$140 discount per class. The primary entry fee will be based on the class with the higher entry fee. An additional timing transmitter is not included with a cross or second entry.
Note: Cross entry discount is not available for Oceania Junior Cup Competitors
7.3 Timing
7.3.1 Transponder Rental
One timing transponder is allocated per rider with their entry fee, if you require an additional timing transponder please ensure you include this on your entry via Ridernet in the products section. Additional transponders are an additional cost of $15. An additional transmitter may not be available unless indicated on the entry. If transmitters are available, the cost for ordering on-site is $25.00.
A valid credit card number (which can be retained for the series) must be provided prior to collecting the transponder for security deposit purposes. Competitors will be responsible for all costs to repair or replace a transponders supplied to them by Computime. The cost of a replacement transponders is $600.
7.3.2 Transponder Bracket
Transponder mounting brackets are not provided with the rental transponder. Riders may purchase brackets from Computime when collecting transponders at a cost of $12 to be paid by EFT at the Event.
Further information in regards to transponders and credit card security deposits will be provided in the Final Instructions.
7.4 Tickets and Car Park Passes
7.4.1 Tickets
Tickets are required from Friday morning, some events may differ with confirmation advised via the Final Instructions. Competitors found to not have their tickets at the gate will be required to purchase new tickets. Children 15 and under are free.
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CLASS ALLOCATION SUPERBIKE (tbc round 4) Five tickets SUPERSPORT Five tickets SUPERSPORT 300, R3 CUP, SIDECARS Four tickets OCEANIA JUNIOR CUP Two tickets
Additional Tickets can be purchased at www.asbk.com.au . *TBC round 4
7.4.2 Car Park Passes
Car Park Passes will be required from:
DAY ROUND THURSDAY 1, 4, 6, 7 FRIDAY 2, 3, 5 Competitors and vehicles found to be in violation of the car parking restrictions are subject to fines and further penalties.
7.4.2.1 P1 (Paddock) Access
Competitors in Superbike*, Supersport, Supersport 300, YMF R3 Cup, and Sidecars will receive one P1 Car Park Sticker per round for a working vehicle only, which grants access to the paddock. The sticker must be affixed to the windscreen of the working vehicle/side of the trailer and list the competitor’s name and phone number. Rental and personal cars will not be eligible to park in the paddock even with a P1 Car Park Sticker, these vehicles will be re-directed to P2 Parking. Cross entries will receive 1 car park sticker irrespective of number of classes entered.
*TBC Round 4
Working Vehicle is defined as the main vehicle or trailer the rider or team are using to work from.
7.4.2.2 P2 Parking
Competitors in Superbike*, Supersport, Supersport 300 YMF R3 Cup, and Sidecars will receive one P2 Car Park Sticker per round for a second vehicle, which grants access to P2 Parking Only. The sticker must be affixed to the windscreen of the vehicle and list the owners name and phone number. Cross entries will receive 1 car park sticker irrespective of number of classes entered.
*TBC Round 4
7.5 Entry Closing Dates
Entries must be received by MA before 11:59pm on the dates listed in the "Closing Date" table below.
Late entries, which will be considered at the discretion of ASBK Event Management, will incur a late fee of $150.00, competitors will not be listed in the event program and preferred garage allocation will not be available.
RD CLOSING DATE LATE ENTRY CLOSING 1 7th February 9th February 2 28th February 2nd March 3 4th April 6th April Page 9
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4 6th June 8th June 5 8th August 10th August 6 12th September 14th September 7 24th October 26th October
7.6 Unofficial Practice The last date of unofficial practice permitted is as follows:
RD LAST DATE OF UNOFFICIAL PRACTICE 1 Tuesday 9th February 2 Wednesday 3rd March 3 Wednesday 7th April 4 Tuesday 8th June 5 Wednesday 11th August 6 Tuesday 14th September 7 Wednesday 27th October
7.7 Required Endorsements
CLASS ENDORSEMENT REQUIRED bLU cRU Oceania Junior Cup Road Race Up to 85cc 2-stroke & 160cc 4-stroke or Road Race Production 250cc to 500cc 4-stroke Supersport 300 Road Race Production 250cc to 500cc 4-stroke Supersport Road Race 15 years Supersport 600
7.8 Event Access Times
Event Access times will be advised in the Final Instructions
8. Sponsor Decals
The class sponsor decals and MA sticker must be the only stickers/decals placed above the number-plate on the screen or bodywork of the machine.
Machines not displaying the required decals will not be permitted onto the track or if found to have gone on track without the required decals, may be black flagged during the session or race. The penalty for not carrying the ASBK and class sponsor decals or MA sticker in the required position on the machine is loss of qualifying time or exclusion from the results of a race.
9. Garage signage
All competitors are required to affix their name and class to the front of their garage/carport/marquee at each round. Refer to ASBK Sporting Regulations 1.28.5.
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10. Points Scoring
10.1 Points Scoring
In the event of a race being cancelled in its entirety, no points will be awarded although the race will have deemed to be run in regard to the overall Championship.
One (1) Pole Point will be awarded to the Superbike, Supersport, Supersport 300, and YMF R3 Cup. Sidecars refer to Supplementary Regulations.
10.2 Contingency Awards
10.2.1 YMF R3 Cup
Prize money for the YMF R3 Cup will be paid by Yamaha Racing. Competitors will need to contact John Redding 03 9761 5871 or [email protected]
10.3 ASBK Prize Money
10.3.1 Superbike Class
POSITION PRIZE MONEY 1ST $1000 2ND $600 3RD $350 4TH $300 5TH $250 6TH $200 7TH $150 8TH $100 9TH $75 10TH $50 10.3.2 Supersport Class
POSITION PRIZE MONEY 1ST $800 2ND $500 3RD $300 4TH $250 5TH $200 6TH $150 7TH $100 8TH $75 10.3.3 Supersport 300 Class
POSITION PRIZE MONEY 1ST $600 2ND $450 3RD $250 4TH $200 5TH $150 6TH $100
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Circuit Details
Rounds 1 – Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit
Address: Back Beach Road, Phillip Island VIC 3922
Circuit details: approx. 4.445 km, anti-clockwise
Round 2 – Winton Raceway
Address: 41 Fox St, Winton VIC 3673
Circuit details: approx. 3.0 km, clockwise
Round 3 – Wakefield Park
Address: 4770 Braidwood Rd, Tirrannaville NSW 2580
Circuit details: approx. 2.2 km, clockwise
Round 4 – Hidden Valley Raceway
Address: 171 Hidden Valley Road, Hidden Valley NT 0822
Circuit details: approx. 2.87 km, anti - clockwise
Round 5 – Morgan Park Raceway
Address: Old Stanthorpe Road, QLD 4370
Circuit details: approx 2.967 km, clockwise
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Round 6 - The Bend Motorsport Park
Address: Mallee Highway & Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend SA
5259
Circuit details: approx. 4.95 km, clockwise
Round 7 – Symmons Plains Raceway
Address: 14872 Midland Highway, Perth TAS 7300
Circuit details: approx. 2.41 km, anti-clockwise
11. Forms
The following forms are also available individually on the Competitor Info Page at www.asbk.com.au :
• Rider Number Application
• Competitor Questionnaire
• Vehicle Registration Form
• Racesafe Medical Form
• Temporary Guardian Form
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ASBK Competitor Checklist
• Read ASBK Sporting Regulations
• Read ASBK Competitor Information Kit
• Apply for Rider Number
• Update Ridernet Profile
o Add Bike 1 including VIN and Engine with correct bike names and capitalisation
o Add Bike 2 including VIN and Engine with correct bike names and capitalisation
o Update Emergency Contact
o Update Email
o Update Contact Number
• Confirm you’re on the ASBK Competitor Update List and Team App Group
• Complete Racesafe Medical Form
• Complete Vehicle Registration Form
• Complete Competitor Questionnaire
• New Competitors must send in race results
• Follow ASBK on Social Media
• Review Tyre Homologation List and Tyre Order Form
• Enter the events via Ridernet
Optional:
• Obtain your endorsement
• Add a folder in email inbox for all the ASBK related emails
• Add all deadlines for entries into your calendar
• Create a Word/Excel doc, email, note, etc with your sponsors in correct capital letters to copy and paste for your entries. Add Crew licence names and numbers to copy and paste with entries.
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