Racing rules you should know on Race day

Below is a list of general rules and deffinitions that we as a club promote. In this list you will find some of the more common answers to questions around not only the running of events but also rider conduct, safety aspects and even flag meanings.

So please take a look, it will help you expand your knoledge of race day rules and regulation.........

 

 

Safety comes first, Riding second........

 

RIDING  EQUIPMENT:

Helmets , Boots , Gloves  and Goggles must be worn at all times when riding, this includes the pits.  Both should be in good condition and firm fitting.  Helmets that are over five years old are deemed to be out of date by MNZ and recommended not to be used, so please  keep this in mind. Body Armor with front and back protection and Riding Apparel (Jersey & Pants) of a heavy weeve is highly recommended. 

 

PIT ETIQUETTE:
No alcohol to be consumed at any  event by rider or crew until all racing is completed.

 

BIKE SAFETY EQUIPMENT:

All bikes on race days need to be fitted with a working tether kill switch and must have nerf  bars to race. Bikes must be well presented and in race condition. 

 

NUMBERS:

Race numbers need to be on all bikes , front and rear.  Recommended legal size is 150mm high  black on white background but of upmost importance is they are clearly  and easily readable at all times.

 

RACING ETIGUETTE:

Racing is mostly a non-contact sport.  Dangerous riding is not accepted  at anytime and penalties for this maybe handed out by the race committee. So please keep it clean.

 

CHECKING YOUR BIKE:
Machine Check takes place on race days  where bikes will be checked for safety equipment and general safety.  A dirty bike may not pass as its particularly hard to check a bike covered in mud so please present a clean bike.  Ultimately the bike safety is the riders responsibility but the CATVA team is there to assist you where needed.

 

PIT CREW BEHAVIOUR:

Ultimately the rider will be penalised for their Pit Crew's actions should they fail to adhere to the basic rules of the club and or MNZ. These are super simple rules that state any abusive behaviour towards officials or other competitors will not be tolerated and the penalties handed down can be severe. So keep it friendly :)

 

SIGN-ON, BREIFING, LOG-BOOKS:

MNZ Log books must be filled out with your Helmet details, plus the event you’re competing in prior to sign-on process.

All riders must attend Rider’s briefing without exception. All riders under 16yrs must be accompanied by a Parent or Guardian. 

When signing in all riders must sign-in with the official MNZ disclaimer sheet only.

 

 

 

 

Raceday Flags and their meanings:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RACE OFFICALS:

A race committee will be formed on race day consisting of two MNZ officials plus a riders rep.  All concerns during racing must go through the riders rep who will consult the race committee.  No one is allowed to approach the lap scorers during racing. 

The race Committee is made up of a MNZ Steward , a MNZ Clerk of the Coarse and the Riders Rep.

 

 

CLASSES:

Depending on the type or status of the event there are many different classes that you may enter. Here's the basic's. Senior classes cannot mix with Junior classes. All engines must be from ATVs. There are rules as far as engine size, bike spec's or modifications that will dictate just which class you machine is elidgable to enter. On top of this your age and experience level will also dictate ultimately what class you're able to compete in. Full information on this can be found  under the ATV section in the MNZ rule book. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LICENCING NEEDED TO COMPETE:

At all of our Canterbury ATV run events we require you to hold an MNZ (Motorcycle New Zealand) licence. There are several ways to gain a licence and  also several licence types. Below is a short explaination of the MNZ licencing types for ATV. You must also gain a Canterbury ATV Association membership.