The Different Classes of Racing
Different types of motorcycles are grouped into competitive classes based on size and power output. The classes have changed over the years and will continue to do so in the future as the popularity of various models change and new technology leads to improvements.
The following classes are currently run in local competitions… provided there are sufficient entries. For an explanation of the different types of motorcycle racing, see this page on Wikipedia.
Superbike
(SA Champs) |
ABCD | Over 600cc four-cylinder 4 stroke; over 675cc 3- cylinder 4 stroke; over 750cc 2-cylinder 4 stroke) | 2 x 8 Laps | Trophies will be awarded for outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd |
Supersport 600
(SA Champs) |
ABCDJ | 600cc 4-cylinder 4 stroke; 675cc 3-cylinder 4 stroke; 750cc 2-cylinder 4 stroke. | 2 x 8 Laps | Trophies will be awarded for outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd. |
Naked Bike | ABCD | Unlimited capacity. Bike must be designed from factory as a “naked bike”. Sport bikes with fairings removed are not allowed. |
Classes run combined 2 x 8 Laps |
Trophies will be awarded for outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each class if more than 6 bikes enter |
Pre-Modern 2014
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ABCD | Motorcycles must be fitted with an original compliance plate indicating that the date of manufacture is before December 31st 2014 and all major components (motor, frame, wheels and brakes) as commonly available within that period. | ||
Pre-Modern 2000 | ABCD | Motorcycles must be fitted with an original compliance plate indicating that the date of manufacture is before December 31st, 1999 and all major components (motor, frame, wheels and brakes) as commonly available within that period. | ||
Fearless Class | ABCD | Harley Davidson Production Dyna Glide models with no engine, frame or external front suspension modifications, wheel, handlebars, brakes, and rear set modifications are allowed | Combined with Pre-Mod | Trophies will be awarded for outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd |
Limited
(SA Champs) |
ABCD | Seniors: up to 400cc 3 or 4 cylinder 2 or 4 stroke; up to 500cc 2-cylinder 2 stroke; up to 700cc 2-cylinder 4 stroke; up to 800cc single cylinder.
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2 x 8 Laps |
Trophies will be awarded for outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd. in each class
Trophy will be awarded for outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd Junior in each class
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Supersport 300
(SA Champs) |
ABCDJ | Bikes that comply with MoMs 8.01.2021 Production Class 7.21 are eligible for State Title points. Open single and twin cylinder four stroke machines with a max capacity 400cc with modifications are only eligible for Club points | ||
Juniors
(SA Champs) |
J | Junior 160cc, Junior 80cc, Yamaha R15 | 3 x 5 Laps | Trophies will be awarded for outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each class |
Race Your Mates | CD | See following clause for eligibility | 3 x 6 Laps | Trophies will be awarded 1st place in each row |
Steve Martin Cup & Tim Inkster Cup | ABCD
A |
4 stroke up to 1200cc for 2 or 3 cylinder and up to 1000cc for 4 cylinder. | 1 x 12 Laps | Trophies will be awarded for outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd BCD grade. Tim Inkster Cup trophy for 1st 2nd and 3rd placed A grader in Superbike |
Reece Bancell | CD | 4 stroke up to 1200cc for 2 or 3 cylinder and up to 1000cc for 4 cylinder. | 1 x 12 Laps | Trophies will be awarded for outright 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. |
Women’s Cup | Open to any female rider. Will be awarded to the rider with the highest number of points scored in any class entered. If there are winners across multiple rows, positions will be based on 1st row to last row that competitors are entered in. |