Supplementary Regulations - Motorcycling Victoria

SUPPLEMENTARY REGULATIONS 2015 Victorian Road Racing Championships

MEETING NAME 2015 Victorian Road Racing Championships

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VENUE

DATE

State Motorcycle Complex, Broadford

28th – 29th November 2015

PROMOTER MV Road Race Committee

TRACK LICENCE NUMBER RR: #148, SM: #150

PERMIT NUMBER 05650

EVENT CONTACT Rich Jenner

EMAIL ADDRESS [email protected]

CONTACT NUMBER/S 0478 300 629

STEWARD Wayne Bradley

CLERK OF COURSE Tony Bolin

RACE SECRETARY Brendan Ferrari

Announcement

The 2015 Victorian Road Racing Championships (hereinafter called VRRC), will be conducted with the direction of the State Controlling Body – Motor Cycling Victoria (MV) under the General Competition Rules (GCRs) contained in Motorcycling Australia’s (MA) “2015 Manual of Motorcycle Sport” (MoMS) and the rules of various categories supplied by MV and the Promoter of the series MV Road Race Management Committee ABN 89004522494 (RRMC) and any additional instructions issued. These Supplementary Regulations (SR) may be altered or updated with the approval of MV. All fees quoted in this document are inclusive of GST.

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Jurisdiction

The VRRC will be run under MA Permits issued by MV as stated on page 1 of these Supplementary Regulations. Riders must be holders of current MA Senior National Competition Licences (green – not a pink club licence), MA Junior National Competition Licences (for Junior Classes) and MA endorsed National Junior Licences for Superlites (125GP, 250 Mono & 250 Production 2-Stroke) and 250 /300Production 4-Stroke to be eligible to compete. Riders with licences issued by other Federations and/or an FIM licence are eligible to enter, provided they have a Start Permission from their Federation and have satisfactory insurance. RRMC reserves the right to decline any entry, with the approval of MV, as per the 2015 GCRs. RRMC reserves the right to postpone or abandon the VRRC meeting with the approval of MV. Entry fees will be refunded at the discretion of RRMC & MV should this occur.

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Insurance

MA’s National Personal Accident Scheme provides basic cover for death and permanent disability. Refer to chapter 12 of the 2015 GCRs for more details on rider insurance. It is strongly recommended that competitors consider taking out weekly benefits insurance. Ambulance insurance is compulsory for all competitors.

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Senior Officials

Officials are subject to change. MV Steward: Wayne Bradley Ass MV Steward: Heinz Schulter Clerk of Course: Tony Bolin Assistant CoC: Mick Luther Race Secretary: Brendan Ferrari Assistant RS: Liz King Chief Scrutineer: Roland Skate

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Medical Services

RACESAFE Medical Australia will be providing the medical service.

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Class Specification & Eligibility

6.1

Superbike

For Superbike machines that comply with the 2015 GCRs.

6.2

Supersport

For Supersport machines that comply with the 2015 GCRs.

6.3

125 GP / Moto 3

For 125GP & Moto 3 machines that comply with the 2015 GCRs.

6.4

250 Production

For 250 Production (4 Stroke) machines that comply with the 2015 GCRs.

6.5

300 Production

For 300 Production (4 Stroke) machines that comply with the 2015 GCRs.

6.6

Open over500cc

For bikes over 500cc that comply with the 2015 GCRs.

6.7

F1 Sidecars

For all F1 Sidecar machines that comply with 2015 GCRs.

6.8

F2 Sidecars

For all F2 Sidecar machines that comply with 2015 GCRs.

6.9

Period 6

For Period 6 machines that comply with 2015 GCRs with log books. Log books must be presented.

6.10

Pre-Modern F1

For Pre-Modern F1 (over 500cc) machines manufactured more than 10 years ago and which comply with MV rules: see Appendix 1.

6.11

Pre-Modern F2

For Pre-Modern (up to 500cc) machines manufactured more than 10 years ago and which comply with MV rules: see Appendix 1.

6.12

Victorian Junior 160

For 160cc 4 stroke machines which comply with 2015 GCRs. For competitors 12 – 16 years of age.

6.13

Victorian Junior 85


6.14

Victorian Junior 70


6.15

Supermoto S1

For Supermoto S1 (over 250cc 2 stroke and over 450cc up to 700cc 4 stroke - Up to 17” rims only) that comply with the 2015 GCRs. Knobby tyres are not permitted. The racing track will be part bitumen and part dirt. If conditions become unsuitable, the track will be just bitumen.

6.16

Supermoto S2

For Supermoto S2 (up to 250cc 2 stroke and up to 450cc 4 stroke - up to 17” rims only) machines that comply with the 2015 GCRs. Knobby tyres are not permitted.

The racing track will be part bitumen and part dirt. If conditions become unsuitable, the track will be just bitumen.

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Tyres

All competitors using Pirelli tyres will be offered an incentive by Cykel. Further details in the Final Instructions. The official Pirelli race tyre service for the VRRC will be Mark Lamont. 0430 189 348

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Entries

Entry forms can be downloaded from the MV web site.

8.1

Entries to Constitute a Class

To constitute a class for the purpose of gaining Championship status, the number of riders entered and competing in each class shall be a minimum of 10. If there are fewer than 10 entries in any class, those races may not attract Championship points or trophies, at the discretion of RRMC & MV. Should there be insufficient entries in any class, the decision to run or cancel the class, or to combine events and re-distribute any awards, will be at the discretion of RRMC, subject to approval from MV. Entry fees will be refunded in the event the class is cancelled completely.

8.2

Conditions of Entry

The lodgment of an entry form is not a guarantee of entry. Entry fees will only be refunded if a rider informs RRMC of their withdrawal in writing at least 12 days before the event. A medical certificate is required to obtain a refund if a rider withdraws less than 12 days before the event. A $25 administration fee may apply for late withdrawals. Final Instructions, entry lists, garage allocation and rider numbers will be posted on the MV web site and emailed prior to the event (will only mailed on specific request). The RRMC reserve the right to limit entries to any class if oversubscribed. Qualifying may be used to determine who will compete in races if oversubscribed. Where the number of entries are greater than the track density for practice and qualifying, acceptance of entries will be in accordance with the following: 1. Riders who gained points in the previous year in the respective class. 2. Highest graded riders. RRMC reserves the right to exclude any entry that does not meet the above criteria, subject to approval of MV.

8.3

Entry Closing

Entries must be received by the Race Secretary before 3pm on Thursday the 19th of November. Any entry after this will be subject to approval and will incur a $50 late fee.

8.4

Entry Fee

Solo Senior Entry - $280 Solo Junior Entry (Junior Class only) - $165 Sidecar (inc Passenger) - $280

8.5

Second Entry or Cross Entry

Second Entry or Cross Entry - $50 Cross entries within the same race are not permitted.

8.6

Payments made on the day

Any payments made on the day (Sat– Sun) must be made in cash.

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Garaging

Garages at Broadford are limited and will be available on the basis of first in first served. Garaging costs will be $20 per half bay (maximum of one bike per half bay).

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Admission Charges

Spectator entry to the event will be by gold coin donation at the gate.

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Timing

Timing transmitters will be used. Competitors may use their own transmitters provided they indicate the serial number on their entry form prior to the event and ensure that the transmitter is compatible with the Computime timing system. Competitors are required to indicate on the entry form the number of transmitters they require.

11.1

Transmitter Deposit

A $50 cash refundable deposit per transmitter is required at the time of collection of transmitters. Competitors will be responsible for all costs to repair or replace a transmitter supplied to them by RRMC/Computime. The cost of a replacement transmitter is $700. Failure to return a transmitter within 30 minutes after the finish of racing will incur a fee of $25 which will be taken from the deposit. Return within a week of the round will incur the loss of the remaining $25 of the original $50 deposit and further costs will be applied for returns exceeding 1 week.

11.2 Transmitter Bracket If required, a transmitter bracket can be purchased from Computime, for $10, at the time of collection of the transmitter.

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Races

The program of events and the length of races are subject to change if weather conditions or delays make it necessary. There may be a 115% cut off for qualifying, at the discretion of the Clerk of Course.

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Riders’ Briefing

A riders’ briefing will be held prior to the commencement of the meeting, which ALL competitors MUST attend. Details will be included in the final instructions.

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Race Numbers

Race numbers will be allocated on the following basis: 1. From the top 10 finishing order of the 2014 VRRC 2. As per Motorcycling Victoria’s Race number register 3. If possible, and where no clash occurs, numbers may be allocated as requested

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Scrutineering

All machines must be presented for scrutineering with lower (solos) or front (sidecars) fairing removed & riders wearing their leathers and carrying their protective gear. If these requirements are not met you will not be scrutineered. Numbers and plates on each machine must be as per the 2015 GCRs.

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Sponsor Decals/Stickers

All machines may be required to display sponsor decals/stickers.

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Noise Emissions

1. All machines must comply with the 2015 GCRs. 2. Machines may be excluded from any results until noise levels are reduced to meet the GCR requirements. 3. A second infringement will result in immediate black-flagging and exclusion from the meeting.

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Grid Positions

Grid positions for each event will be determined from merged qualifying times and will be based on fastest times recorded. Where there is a failure with the timing system, gridding will be at the discretion of senior officials. Grid pattern at Broadford will be 3 per row for solos and 2 per row for sidecars.

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Starts

Starting method for all events will be by clutch starts. Competitors must be ready at the dummy grid no later than 1 minute after the final call to the dummy grid. Competitors leave dummy grid

and complete one combined sighting & warm-up lap. On return to the grid, a red flag will be displayed at the start line and competitors must stop at their allocated grid position. If a rider does not complete the sighting/warm-up lap, they must start from either the rear of the grid or from pit lane, under the direction of an official. As per the GCRs, riders may be directed to start from a different grid position, the rear of the grid or from pit lane at the discretion of senior officials. When all is ready, having due regard for safety and fairness, the flag official will raise the red flag and leave the line. The starter will then turn the lights to red for between two and five seconds and then turn the red light off, which is the signal to start. Any competitor judged to have moved or started before the red light goes off may be penalized, according to the GCRs, with relegation, fine, time penalty or exclusion as determined by the Starter, Clerk of Course and/or Steward.

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Championship points

Points will be allocated for each race that has been declared complete by the Clerk of Course, in accordance with the 2015 GCRs. Where there is a tie, the process for determining the winner for the championship will be as per the 2015 GCRs.

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Impounding of Machines

Impounding of machines after each race may take place at the discretion of senior officials. Further checks may be performed at any time during the meeting for safety, noise or eligibility. All machines must go to the designated impound area if directed. The Chief Scrutineer may require motorcycles or parts to be surrendered for later evaluation.

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Unregistered Vehicles

Unregistered vehicles not entered in competition may not be used at a permitted event unless authorized by the Clerk of Course and under official supervision. Riders of all vehicles must wear a helmet at all times. No unregistered pit bikes, pushbikes, skates, scooters, skateboards or other vehicles are to be used within the venue during the course of the event.

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Fuel

For safety reasons the maximum amount of fuel to be stored in any bay is 60 litres. Fuel must be stored in fuel containers that meet Australian Standards. No waste of any kind is to enter the storm-water drains in the paddock area. There are designated marked drums in the paddock area that are provided for waste oil. Fuel waste disposal drums are not for used bike parts, tyres, oil filters, etc.

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Change of Machine or Rider/Passenger

Where a competitor has two eligible machines for a class, both of which have previously passed scrutineering, a change may be made at the competitor’s discretion. A change of machine is otherwise permitted where written application is made to the Clerk of Course and Race Secretary no less than15 minutes prior to the event in question. The machine must be of the same class as originally entered for and must have been scrutineered. A change of rider or passenger is only permitted where the reserve rider/passenger has been nominated on the completed entry form and lodged prior to the closing of entries. Where a change is accepted, the entry will be relegated to the rear of the grid.

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Trophy & Prize Schedule

25.1

Trophy Schedule

At the conclusion of the weekend’s racing, trophies will be awarded. If less than 10 competitors compete in a class, prizes will only be awarded at RRMC’s discretion.

25.2

Pirelli Tyre Contingency

For competitors to be eligible for the contingency, they must run Pirelli tyres and have Pirelli stickers on their motorcycle forks for the entire weekend. Superbikes First overall for Series – 1 set of Pirelli tyres Second overall for Series – 1 rear Pirelli tyre Third overall for Series – 1 front Pirelli tyre 1st B grade 1 rear Pirelli tyre 1st C grade 1 front Pirelli tyre

Supersport First overall for Series – 1 set of Pirelli tyres Second overall for Series – 1 rear Pirelli tyre Third overall for Series – 1 front Pirelli tyre 1st B grade 1 rear Pirelli tyre 1st C grade 1 front Pirelli tyre 250 Production First overall for Series – $250 Cykel dollars Second overall for Series – $150 Cykel dollars Third overall for Series – $75 Cykel dollars 300 Production First overall for Series – $250 Cykel dollars Second overall for Series – $150 Cykel dollars Third overall for Series – $75 Cykel dollars Random Draw In addition to the prizes detailed above, 2 raffles will be drawn randomly, from competitors who are using Pirelli tyres on the weekend. Each prize will be one pair of Pirelli tyres. Cykel distributes brands such as Motul, Pirelli, Ferodo, RK Chains, La Corsa, and JT Sprockets. Refer to www.cykel.com.au for more details.

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Juniors & Hearing Protection

Juniors must wear ear protection inside their racing helmet while on track. This is for their own benefit, as prolonged exposure to loud noises may cause hearing loss. This will be enforced.

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Anti-Doping

27.1

Anti-Doping Policy

All competitors and officials are advised that drug testing may take place at any round in accordance with MA’s Anti-Doping Policy, as carried out by the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority. Refer to the 2015 GCRs.

27.2

Anti-Doping Hotline

If a competitor has any doubts over banned substances, it is recommended they contact the Drugs in Sport Hotline on 1800 020 506 or visit www.asada.gov.au. When drug testing takes place, the payment of prize money may be delayed by MA until the results of the tests are known. Check the anti-doping list often as it is updated regularly.

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Alcohol

The carrying or consumption of alcoholic beverages in the Paddock, Pits or Pit lane areas while on-track activity is occurring (approx. 8.00am - 5.30pm) is prohibited All competitors and officials are advised that random breath-testing may take place during the event hours. Refer to the 2015 GCRs for details.

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Code of Conduct

MA’s Code of Conduct applies to all competitors, team members, officials and parents and is contained within MA’s Member Protection Policy. Refer to the 2015 GCRs.

Appendix 1 – VRRC Rules Pre-Modern 1.1 Subject to the required and permitted alterations set out below, Pre-Modern must: a) Be a model manufactured and sold over 10 years ago as of the start of this calendar year. 1.2

The choice of tyre type is optional.

1.3 The following must be removed: a) Headlamp; b) Tail lamp; c) Reflectors; d) Horns; e) Traffic indicators; f) Rear vision mirrors; g) Centre and side stands; h) Registration plate/bracket and label holder; i) Any sharp edges left by the removal of these components must be protected by a rolled edge or beading of minimum 3mm diameter. 1.4 Engine and gearbox breathing hoses and tubes, and the radiator overflow bottle vent, must exhaust into the airbox to the rear of the carburetor intakes. The lower airbox breather tube must be blocked. 1.5 The following may be replaced or modified: a) Fairings, screen, rear body work, and rear seat so as to provide for the mounting of a rear number plate, riders seat, mudguards, air intake lids in bodywork, air intake tubes, tank covers and side covers, but replacements must be the same in shape and appearance as the original; b) Mounting bracket for fairing, screen and instruments but replacements must be mounted in the original position on the frame; c) Footrests and foot controls, but replacements must be mounted on the frame at the original mounting points; d) Spark plug type leads and caps; e) External gearing; f) Brake pads, linings, discs and brake hoses; g) Exhaust system; h) Front suspension springs and fork internal components but external appearance must remain unchanged; i) Rear suspension damper unit and springs; j) Wheels and axles; k) Clutch plates and springs; l) Valve retainers and valve springs; m) Head gasket; n) Fuel metering jets, needles and air filter, but not carburettor slides or other castings; o) Instruments; p) Handle bars and handle mounted levers, master cylinders and controls; q) Footrests and foot controls, but replacements must be mounted on the frame at the original mounting points; r) Engine end castings, but replacements must be of at least the same thickness, weight and contour as the original; s) Fasteners for fitting external components where the motorcycle manufacturer has no specified torque setting or is less than 10Nm; t) Pistons, cams and conrods; u) Gearbox drive dogs may be undercut. 1.6 The following may be added: a) Steering damper; b) Ride height adjuster; c) Ignition cut-out lanyard; d) Rear sprocket chain guard; e) Speedshifter gearchange device. Grand Prix & FIM 750cc Superbike machines are allowed but must be as raced in their period. If there were rules at the time that allowed more modifications than these rules allow them to be used, i.e. Superbike rules from 1991. Most rules are available from old GCR's. Classes include the following: a)

F1- over 500cc, including:

I. II. III. b)

F1a- Superbikes & Grand Prix Machines, models sold or built after 1998, F1b- Supersport & Superstock 600, models sold or built after 1998, F1c- All other machines.

F2- Up to 500cc, including: I. F2a- Grand Prix Machines, II. F2b- Production type machines between 349cc and 501cc, III. F2c- Production type machines under 350cc.

All competitors must be 16 years of age and over.

Appendix 2 – Circuit Description

State Motorcycle Complex, Broadford Address: 260 Strath Creek Road, Broadford Circuit length: approx 2.16 km, Direction of travel: clock-wise

Appendix 3 – Practice, Qualifying & Racing The times for practice and qualifying and the number of laps for each race will be advised in the Final Instructions. For each class we are proposing: • 2 Qualifying sessions • 4 races • 1 Warm up Sunday (time dependant) • Supermoto – 4 races (before lunch & end of day only). (Qualifying & Warm Up on Bitumen only)

Appendix 4 – Event Sponsors Motul, TAC /Spokes, Race Center, Pirelli, Ashburton Service Centre, Pablo’s Motorcycle Tyre , Ricondi, Vic Motorcycle Wreckers, SignPro and Shannons.

Appendix 5 – Event Information Refer to the MV website one week prior to the event for event documents such as: • Final Instructions • Rider Numbers • Class Lists • Garage Allocation

Appendix 6 – Victorian Championships Superbike – outright, 1st B grade, 1st C grade. Supersport – outright, 1st B grade, 1st C grade. 125GP/Moto 3, 250 & 300 Production, F1 & F2 Sidecars, Period 6, Pre-Modern F1 & F2, Supermoto S1& S2, Junior 70, 85 & 160 & Open over 500cc.

2015 Motul Victorian Road Racing Championships

Event Schedule Saturday

Sunday

Sign in 7-8:15am Scrutineering From 7am Riders’ Briefing 8:30am Q1 Q1 Q1 Q1 Q1 Q1 Q1 Q1 P1 Q2 Q2 Q2 Q2 Q2 Q2 Q2 Q2 Q1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1

PreMod F1 / Period 6 Juniors Supersport 250 / 300 Prod Open over 500 Moto 3 / 125GP / PreMod F2 Sidecars Superbike Supermoto (Road) Premod F1 / Period 6 Juniors Supersport 250 / 300 Prod Open over 500 Moto 3 / 125GP / PreMod F2 Sidecars Superbike Supermoto (dirt) Proposed Lunch Premod F1 / Period 6 Juniors Supersport 250 / 300 Prod Open over500 Moto 3 / 125GP / PreMod F2 Sidecars Superbike Supermoto (Dirt)

8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 8 Mins 30 Mins 8 Laps 6 Laps 8 Laps 8 Laps 8 Laps 8 Laps 8 Laps 8 Laps 8 Laps

W UP W UP W UP W UP W UP W UP W UP

Premod / Period 6 / Supermoto Juniors Supersport 250 / 300 Production Moto 3 / 125GP / PreMod F2 Superbike / Open over 500 Sidecars

2 Laps 2 Laps 2 Laps 2 Laps 2 Laps 2 Laps 2 Laps

R2 R2 R2 R2 R2 R2 R2 R2 R2

PreMod F1 / Period 6 Juniors Supersport 250 / 300 Prod Open over 500 Moto 3 / 125GP / PreMod F2 Sidecars Superbike Supermoto (Dirt) Proposed Lunch PreMod F1 / Period 6 Juniors Supersport 250 / 300 Prod Open over 500 Moto 3 / 125GP / PreMod F2 Sidecars Superbike Supermoto (Dirt)

10 Laps 6 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 30 Mins 10 Laps 6 Laps 10Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps 10 Laps

R3 R3 R3 R3 R3 R3 R3 R3 R3