2017 Back to Wanneroo Junior/Senior Race Day

BACK TO WANNEROO JUNIOR / SENIOR

RACE DAY

SUNDAY 22^nd OCTOBER 2017

Pinjar Park, 60 Pederick Road, Neerabup

Supplementary Regulations

        ANNOUNCEMENT & JURISDICTION

The Wanneroo Junior Motocross Club Inc (WJMC), hereafter called the Promoter will conduct the meeting in accordance with the General Competition Rules of Motorcycling Australia (GCR’s), these supplementary regulations and any additions or amendments approved by MWA.  By entering this meeting all parties agree to comply with these rules, regulations, by-laws and instructions. This meeting will be open to all Annual Licence holders and One event Licences will be available.

2.         OFFICIALS

Officials are appointed with the approval of MWA. Control will be under the Clerk of Course with the supervision from the Steward/s of the meeting who reserve the right to alter, postpone or cancel all or part of the event program if required, without notice.

Steward                                   Paul Donahue

Clerk of Course                       Gareth Hollins

Race Secretary                       Julie Slater

Machine Examiner                  Paul Darbyshire

3.         ELIGIBLE CLASSES & EVENT LIST

(Race order decided on the day based upon numbers of riders per class)

3.1    Classes:

50cc Demo (non-competitive)                                                            4 – U9 yrs

50cc Demo Quads (non-competitive)                                                4 – U9 yrs      

50cc Auto                                                                                            7 – U9 yrs      
65cc                                                                                                    7 – U12 yrs                
85cc 2 str. / 150cc 4 str. Standard wheel                                           9 – U12 yrs
85cc 2 str. / 150cc 4 str. BIG wheel                                                   12 – U16 yrs

100cc-125cc 2 str.                                                                              13 – U16 yrs
128cc-150cc 2 str. / 200cc - 250cc 4 str.                                           13 – U16 yrs
Quads 60cc - 90cc 2str. / 85cc - 110cc 4 str. limited                         7 – U11 yrs
Quads 60cc - 90cc 2str. / 85cc - 125cc 4 str. competition                 8 – U12 yrs
Quads 200cc 2str. / 250cc 4 str. competition                                     12 – U16 yrs
MX1 125cc and greater                                                                      16 yrs & over

MX2 up to 250cc                                                                                16 yrs & over

Veterans – All powers                                                                         35 yrs & over

Senior Quads – All powers                                                                 16 yrs & over

AGE DIFFERENCE OF GREATER THAN (4) FOUR YEARS WILL BE PERMITTED.

All classes are subject to nomination.  Classes may be combined for racing according to entries received, but scored separately.

3.2    Events: - 1 practice round of 2 laps for all, followed by 3 rounds for all (time permitting).
50cc Demo                                                                 5 mins

50cc Demo Quads                                                      5 mins

50cc Auto                                                                    4 laps
65cc                                                                            4 laps
85cc S/W                                                                    5 laps
85cc B/W                                                                    5 laps

100cc-125cc 2 str.                                                      5 laps
150cc 2 str. / 250cc 4 str.                                           5 laps
Quads 90cc / 125cc 4 str Ltd & Comp                       4 laps

Quads 200cc 2str. / 250cc                                         5 laps
MX1                                                                            5 laps

MX2                                                                            5 laps

Veterans                                                                      4 laps

Senior Quads                                                              5 laps

4.         RIDING NUMBERS

All seeded WA riders must ride with their allocated race numbers.  All number plates on all machines MUST comply with the GCRs and must not contain any decals or advertising other than the required MA decal.

5.         MINIMUM / MAXIMUM RIDERS

The maximum number of entries that will be accepted per class is 40 riders except Quads which shall be 20 as per GCR’s.  The minimum number of entries to constitute a class is 4 riders. Classes may be altered and/or combined to suit entries received. (scored separately). Should the minimum number of any class be insufficient, the decision to run or cancel the class and re-distribute any awards and/or prize money will be at the discretion of the Steward.

6.         ENTRY FEES AND CONDITIONS

6.1    Closing Date for Entries

Entries must be received 7 days prior to the event (15th October.) There will be NO ENTRIES ON THE DAY.

If no MWA Licence is held you can purchase a one event license for $90 but you must hold a club membership for a WA Club- (WJMC will offer Back To Wanneroo One Meeting Membership for a fee of $5, this is only valid for use at this event).

Junior riders (under 16 years) must have a log book to demonstrate their level of competency endorsement as the GCR's rule 3.8 through 3.8.0.10 to be eligible for a One Meeting Licence.

 6.2    Entry Fees

Juniors                                                                                         Seniors

$20 per rider Demo 50cc                                                 $45 per rider + Transponder Hire

$45 per rider + Transponder Hire                                    $30 per extra class +Transponder Hire

$35 second rider + Transponder Hire

$30 per extra class + Transponder Hire            

Junior & Seniors - $50 Flag fee (See section 13  - Flagging Obligations)        

 6.3    Address For Entries

Entry's to be completed on online via Register Now.  No entries will be available on the day.

7.         MACHINE EXAMINATION

Pits will open at 5:45am.  Machine Examination from 6:00am to 7:15am.  NO MACHINES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME, unless permission is given by the Clerk of Course.  Machines entered in the competition must have successfully passed a machine examination prior to taking part in practice, qualifying or racing.

All competitors must present themselves with the appropriate MWA License, proof of current club membership and full riding gear for inspection.  All juniors must show their log book.  All machines must conform to the GCR’s.

Any machine not presented with all of the above requirements will be rejected!

WJMC have been granted an exemption by MWA to allow the use of tear-offs SUBJECT TO all riders, members and guest complying with WJMC’s Tear-Off Waste Management Procedure, a copy of which is posted on WJMC website and on pin-boards at the club and pits areas.

Helmet mounted Go-Pros are not allowed to be used at practice or on competition days.

The Steward will be responsible for the decision to measure machines that day.  Any machine may be measured at the request of the Steward or under protest

8.         NOISE TESTING

Noise testing may take place at any time at the discretion of the Chief Scrutineer or the Clerk of Course.  Refer to GCR 12.10 for details

9.         TRANSPONDERS

Transponders will be compulsory at this meeting, except for 50cc Demonstration Classes. Transponders can be purchased through MWA, or hired for $15.00 ($10 hire fee plus $5.00 Administration Fee) per day.  Riders with their own transponder will be charged the $5.00 Administration Fee only.

It is compulsory to have purchased and fitted a transponder bracket prior to this meeting.  Transponder brackets are available for purchase for $15.00 through MWA.  You must supply your own cable ties.

Condition of use:

Ø  When a transponder is transferred to the competitor, it is the competitor’s responsibility for any repairs or replacement cost of the transmitter if damaged or lost.

Ø  It is the competitor's responsibility to ensure the transponder is mounted correctly and securely to prevent damage from fouling other components on the machine.

Ø  It is the competitor's responsibility to ensure transponders are returned in good condition at the end of the event, or if due to machine failure or injury before the machine leaves the pit area. Competitors WILL be fined $50 for not returning transponders on the day.

Ø  Transponders must be returned to the designated person or box as advised at the riders briefing.

Ø  For transponders not returned on the same day, or not returned to the designated person, in addition to the $50 fee, the hirer is responsible for the transponder until it arrives back at the MWA office. This includes while in transit with Australia Post and by Courier. No excuse will be entertained for non-delivery. It is recommended transponders be hand-delivered.

Ø  Transponders must be fitted for all practice sessions.

NOTE: The onus is on guardian/rider to ensure transponders are on machines prior to each event.

10.      CONDITIONS OF RACING

The promoters reserve the right to postpone, cancel or change the program if necessary with MWA approval prior to the meeting or with permission from the Steward on the day of the meeting. Control will be under the Clerk Of Course with supervision from the Steward

10.1    Riders Meeting

A riders meeting will be held 7.30am. All riders and parents must attend.

10.2    Practice

Practice will commence immediately after Riders Meeting.  Riders will only have one (1) practice each, except for those riding two (2) separate capacity machines or classes.   Practice is 2 Laps for all classes if time permits.  Practice classes may be combined.  Practice Starts will not be permitted; riders must leave the track via the pit return or as directed by the Clerk of Course.

10.3    Start Method

Self-penalising drop gates. Clutch start: -

A.    15 second board displayed to all riders for full 15 seconds

B.    At the end of 15 seconds a 5-second board will be displayed.

C.   The gate will drop between 5 and 10 seconds after the 5-second board is shown.

Riders to be in start gates for the next race as soon as practical and allowed by the starter.

Engines to be off in the starting area.

Gate positions will be drawn by random peg pick by the rider on the day.

Each rider can only have one support mechanic (over 16yrs) to assist on the starting line prior to being asked to leave by the starter.

10.4    Finish Method

A one-lap board will be displayed to the riders indicating when one lap remains. The chequered flag is displayed to signal the race is finished.

10.5    Change of Machine

A rider is allowed to change bikes right up to the start of the race as long as both bikes are eligible for the class, designated to the one rider, identical numbers and have passed machine examination.  No notification is required to the Clerk of Course in the above case, but if a rider wishes to use another competitors bike in place of his own then formal notification to the Clerk of Course at least 10 minutes prior to the race in which the substitution is to be made.

.10.6    Protests and Complaints

‘On track’ complaints and protests may be initiated by the competitor only. Should a competitor have a complaint regarding an incident ‘on track’, then this needs to be conveyed by the competitor only to the official stationed at the area designated by the purple flag. The competitor must return immediately to the pits, then present their complaint to the Clerk of Course. Should the complaint not be resolved to the satisfaction of the competitor, the competitor may then make a formal protest to the Steward by submitting a protest form to the Clerk of Course. This process applies to incidents ‘on track’.

All other ‘off track’ incidents refer directly to the Clerk of Course. Refer GCR’s.

11.      AWARDS

Trophies will be awarded for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place in each class. Each rider in Demonstration class will receive a trophy for participation.

12.      FIRST AID

Medic Aid personnel will be in attendance.

It is a condition of entry that First Aid MUST be accepted wherever deemed necessary by the attending first aid personnel. The Steward of the day has the right to refuse further racing of a rider if first aid requirements are not adhered to.

12.1    Injuries

Riders transported to hospital must obtain a medical clearance which must be submitted to MWA prior to participating at further race or practice meetings. It is advised to carry a copy which may need to is to be produced on demand at the next race meeting.

12.2    Ambulance Cover

All riders are reminded that ambulance cover is compulsory as a condition of your licence.  Cover must be maintained for the duration of your licence.

13.      FLAGGING OBLIGATIONS

Riders who intend to practice or participate must provide a volunteer to do flag marshal duty if called upon to do so. For riders who cannot supply a flag marshal a $50 Flag Fee will apply to be paid prior to event (optional item on registration via Register Now).  The Steward of the meeting reserves the right to withdraw any rider of the event if the parent or nominated person refuses to carry out such duties without showing just cause.  Parents/guardians or volunteers who are called upon to do flag duties must sign on at machine examination.  If you do not sign on or provide a flaggy, your rider will be excluded from practice and competition unless just cause can be proven to the Steward of the day.

14.      CROSSING THE CIRCUIT

Competitors are reminded that crossing the circuit during practice or racing is strictly prohibited, unless permission has been given by the Clerk of Course.

15.      ANTI-DOPING POLICY

All competitors and officials are advised that drug testing may take place in accordance with MA’s Anti-Doping Policy, as carried out by the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority.  Refer to GCR 11 for details.

If any doubts exist over banned substances it is recommended competitors contact the Drugs in Sport Hotline, tel 1800 020 506.  When drug testing takes place, AWARDS may be delayed at MWA’s discretion until the results of the tests are known.

16.      ALCOHOL TESTING PROCEDURES

All competitors and officials are advised that random breath-testing may take place during the competition. Refer to GCR 11 for details.

17.      CODE OF CONDUCT

All competitors, officials and parents are reminded of MA’s Code of Conduct contained within MA’s Member Protection Regulations, found at www.ma.org.au, or Appendix 3 of the GCR, which is a guide to appropriate behaviour at all motorcycle race meetings. This Code of Conduct applies to this Meeting and will be enforced, as to do the rules and obligation noted within the ‘Participant Declaration’ which shall be read in conjunction with these Supplementary Regulations.

18.      NO HASSLE POLICY

Any rider or entrant or person associated with the rider or entrant shall conduct themselves in an orderly manner. A rider shall be responsible for his own conduct and for that of any person with whom he is associated. Anyone who abuses or threatens verbally or physically any official or any other person present at the event shall be deemed to be in Breach of this rule.

The No Hassle Policy applies to the Race Secretary and other volunteers of the Promoter and subsequent to the event. A No Tolerance approach will be applied for any breach in this regard, with Exclusion as the penalty.

Penalties: will be imposed by the steward for a breach of this rule on the day i.e. * Reprimand or warning * Fine * Exclusion from the meeting.  All breaches will be reported to M.W.A. for possible further action.

19.      GENERAL RULES

Ø  No alcoholic beverages allowed in pits or racing circuit.

Ø  Dogs will not be permitted (except guide dogs).

Ø  Enclosed footwear must be worn in the pits and on the circuit at all times.

Ø  No pit bikes / bicycles / scooters

Ø  This is a licenced event – NO BYO alcohol.

Ø  No Smoking is permitted at this event.

Ø  Open Pits will be in effect for the day, Pitting can be done in the usual pit area at the centre of the track or in the designated area at the west of the car park.

20.      RIGHT TO USE IMAGE

It is a condition of entry that consent is given by the entrant/rider and/or parent/guardian for all photographs and electronic images (including moving images) that may be taken during the event by or on behalf of the Promoter, or with permission of the Promoter. All such images are the property of the Promoter and will only be used in accordance with the Motorcycling Australia Member Protection Policy and for the purposes of promotional or other purposes without further consent being required.

21.      TIME SCHEDULE

Enquiries - RACE SECRETARY: Julie Slater             Phone: 0447 710 493               Email: troyandjulie@bigpond.com