Rules and Regulations

SPORTING REGULATIONS

1. Motorcycle Eligibility

• All types of off-road motorcycles are permitted, including petrol (gas) and electric motorcycles.
• Petrol and electric motorcycles will compete together in the same class, with no separate categories based on engine or motor type.
• Any motorcycle may compete in either the PRO or NOVICE class, regardless of engine capacity, power output or whether it is electric.
• All motorcycles must be mechanically sound and safe to operate.

2. Rider Eligibility

• Riders must select either the PRO or NOVICE class when registering.
• All participants must have sufficient off-road riding skills to safely complete their chosen class.
• Riders must attend the mandatory pre-race briefing.

3. GPS Tracking and Navigation

• All riders must carry a mobile phone with the RACEMAP application installed and operational throughout the event.
• Riders must activate the event’s GPS tracking session as instructed by the organisers.
• Phones must have sufficient battery power and location permissions enabled for the duration of the race.
• Riders must follow the designated course and pass all mandatory checkpoints.
• Deliberately bypassing checkpoints, taking shortcuts or manipulating GPS tracking data is prohibited.

4. Race Format and Timing

• Race duration, number of laps and course variations will be announced before each event.
• PRO and NOVICE riders may share the same course, with different lap requirements or designated alternative sections.
• Results will be determined by the official event timing and scoring system.
• Riders must complete the required course and checkpoints to qualify for a finishing result.

5. Safety and Conduct

• Approved off-road helmets, motocross boots and appropriate protective riding equipment are mandatory.
• Riders must respect other competitors, officials, spectators and the environment.
• Dangerous riding, deliberate obstruction or unsporting behaviour may result in penalties or disqualification.
• Riders must assist or alert officials when encountering another competitor in serious difficulty.
• Organisers reserve the right to stop or modify an event for safety reasons.

6. Penalties and Disqualification

Riders may receive time penalties, lap penalties or disqualification for course violations, missed checkpoints, unsafe conduct or failure to comply with official instructions.

All penalties will be determined by the event organisers based on the circumstances of each incident.

EVENT RULES

1. General Rules

• All riders must register before participating in an event.
• Attendance at the pre-race briefing is mandatory.
• Riders must follow the instructions of race organisers and officials at all times.
• Event schedules, routes and race formats may be changed by the organisers when necessary.

2. Rider Safety

• All riders must wear an approved motorcycle helmet, motocross boots and appropriate protective equipment.
• Motorcycles must be in safe mechanical condition before entering the course.
• Riders are responsible for riding within their abilities and maintaining control of their motorcycles.
• Any rider involved in an accident or requiring assistance must notify the organisers as soon as possible.
• Riders must stop and assist another competitor in the event of a serious accident when safe to do so.

3. Course Rules

• Riders must remain on the designated race route and follow all course markings and official instructions.
• Shortcuts, unauthorised alternative routes and bypassing mandatory checkpoints are prohibited.
• Riders must respect any PRO or NOVICE class-specific sections.
• Riding against the designated direction of the course is prohibited unless instructed by an official.
• Riders who withdraw from the race must inform the organisers.

4. Environmental Responsibility

• Riders must respect the natural environment, private property and local communities.
• Littering, damaging vegetation and deliberately riding outside the designated course are prohibited.
• Refuelling and motorcycle maintenance must be carried out responsibly to prevent environmental contamination.
• Riders must comply with any environmental restrictions communicated by the organisers.

5. Fair Play and Conduct

• Respect towards fellow competitors, officials, volunteers and spectators is mandatory.
• Deliberate obstruction, aggressive behaviour and unsporting conduct will not be tolerated.
• Slower riders should allow faster competitors to pass when it is safe to do so.
• Outside assistance is permitted only where authorised by the event organisers.
• Any form of cheating or deliberate interference with another competitor may result in disqualification.

6. Organiser Authority

• The organisers reserve the right to impose penalties or disqualify riders who violate event rules.
• The organisers may modify, postpone, suspend or cancel an event due to safety concerns, weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
• All participants must comply with applicable local laws and any event-specific permit conditions.
• Any disputes or protests must be submitted to the organisers for review.