2009 Indiana XC Racing Official Rules

The following rules are applicable to Indiana XC Racing events operated by Indiana XC Racing Series. The rules and/or regulations set forth herein are designed to establish minimum acceptable requirements and to provide for the orderly conduct of each racing event.

1. The Indiana XC Racing Officials have the final say in all disputes.
2. The Indiana XC Racing Officials shall have the authority to penalize, disqualify and/or suspend any entrant or crew member for the violation of these rules including special rulings.
3. The Indiana XC Racing Officials may issue special rulings to account for conditions presented by the location of the race, the condition of the course and or any other circumstance.
4. Supplementary regulation may be issued for each event as necessary to amend, suspend or modify existing rules and regulations.
5. Indiana XC Racing reserves the right to refuse and/or deny any entry application.
6. All riders are responsible for attending Riders Meeting.
7. Riders must not exceed 1st gear idle when traveling to and from their pit area and must always wear a helmet.
9. Riders must register for the race before riding their machine anywhere.
10. Riders will receive a bar code upon registration. The bar code must be placed on the lower left side of the helmet. Class colored tape must be placed on rear of the riders helmet and be clearly visible. This is available at sign up.
11. Riders are responsible for the actions of their entire pit crew.
12. Rider Contact: Deliberate ramming, blocking, or intentional contact with another rider may be cause for penalty.
13. Rider Conduct: Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in penalty, including disqualification.
14. Riders may not pre ride the course at any Indiana XC Racing event. You may walk or bike the course, but not while an Indiana XC Racing Event is taking place. (During the youth events the Adult classes may walk or bike the remainder of the course but not the youth race course)
15. Riders may enter more than one race per day, but can not race in the youth class and the adult class in the same day.
16. Riders under the age of 18 must provide a photo I.D. or birth certificate for proof of age upon request at time of registration and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
17. A rider may petition in writing to the Indiana XC Racing series to move to a lower classification, and will be judged based on class finishes and time differences.
18. If a racer is under the age of 18, and their parent cannot accompany them to the race, the racer must provide a notarized letter from their parent to participate.
19. Any entrant who fails to fully fill out and sign required entry forms and release shall be disqualified, shall forfeit any prize money and points in that particular event.
20. The entry applications of persons under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the release form.
21. Any entrant who competes on a vehicle that he/she is not registered to ride or permits such action, shall forfeit any and all prize money, points won in that particular event.
22. Entry Fees: Registering at event Pro $45, all other adult classes $35 & youth $25. This doesn’t include gate fees to enter the park, park fees will be posted prior to the event.
23. Alcohol or narcotics are strictly forbidden at any Indiana XC Races.. Any entrant or crew member in an event that shows evidence whatsoever of being under the influence of any of aforementioned shall be subject to suspensions form all future Indiana XC Racing sponsored events.
24. Any entrant who makes a false statement on a contingency or entry form shall be disqualified and shall forfeit all prize money, points and all contingencies won in the race. Entrant may also be suspended from future events for a period of one year.
25. Any entry application containing a falsified signature will cause entrant to be disqualified and shall forfeit all prize money, points and all contingencies won in the race. Entrant may also be suspended from future events for a period of one year.
26. Any entrant disqualified from any event for any reason whatsoever forfeits any and all rights to prize money, points and contingencies. Entrant will not be entitled to a refund of all or any portion of his/her entry fee.
27. Indiana XC Racing retains the right to assess each situation and respond accordingly (situations involving safety are at the discretion of the Indiana XC Racing staff).
28. Indiana XC Racing strongly recommends that entrants use helmets specifically designed for racing.
29. No rider may pre-ride the course on any motorized vehicle. (Staff and track crew may ride a utility quad to help with setup, even if they are racing on Sunday). Riders may be allowed by the promoter to walk or ride the course with a bicycle in order to inspect the course. The promoter may limit the area that can be viewed.

30. Each rider is responsible for the actions of their family, guests, and/or pit crew. Any unnecessary trouble caused by these individuals puts that rider at risk of penalties up to and including disqualification.

31. NO PIT RIDING IS ALLOWED AT ANY Indiana XC Racing EVENT!!! Pit riding is defined as riding a motorcycle or ATV to be raced in order to “warm it up” or “practice”. No person may operate a motorized vehicle at any time if they do not have a driver’s license except for youth riders during youth competitions. A youth rider may ride their machine to the start and from the finish back to their transport vehicle only. Due to safety concerns and tight facilities, any rider who is caught pit riding can be disqualified at the promoters discretion up to and including losing all series points. Dangerous behavior will not be tolerated at any event. A helmet and all other required protective gear must be worn while riding at ALL TIMES.
32. Any spectator or rider using a machine for transportation on the event is strictly prohibited. Riders may ride their vehicles for necessary transportation to/from start/finish and tech inspection. ONLY if they are in 1st gear at idle speeds, with helmet. Failure to do so may result in penalties.

33. Unsportsmanlike conduct by riders or their guests, pit crew, etc. may result in immediate disqualification of respective riders involved. Determination of unsportsmanlike conduct will be the sole discretion of the promoter, officials, or Indiana XC Racing staff. Such decisions will be final and not debatable Unsportsmanlike conduct applied to riders on the course, before the race, and after the race. Inappropriate actions or behavior directed towards any race personnel is considered unsportsmanlike conduct.

Fighting, threats, violent or other similar conduct with or to race personnel may result in complete disqualification from the remainder of the series, retroactive loss of all accumulated points, and further disciplinary action by the AMA.

34. The scoring tent is an extremely high caution area. Riders must enter the tent quickly, but in full control, at a speed allowing a smooth stop. Riders who do front wheel wheelie stops, sliding stops, wheelie out of the tent, slide into the tent, run into the tent, run into scoring personnel, ram riders in the tent, etc. are subject to penalties of lost laps, or disqualification depending on severity. Riders who make contact with scorers or equipment due to speed or control issues will have a minimum penalty of one position, maximum of season disqualification. Any damage to equipment in the scoring area will result in fines AND repair costs.

35. Riders are required to use the barcode label and the helmet number given to them at signup. Riders who fail to use the provided number will not be scored. Riders who use the wrong barcode, or fail to cover a preexisting barcode label may be penalized up to disqualification if their incorrect number caused other scoring errors.

36. No rider shall bear more than one number label on the left side of the helmet. Riders with old numbers or multiple numbers may not be scored and may be penalized if the old label causes problems. All other bar codes should be covered or removed.

37. All machines and rider helmets must be taken through Tech Inspection prior to racing for the purpose of inspecting barcode placement, number assignment, and contingency eligibility. Safety equipment and machine eligibility are the sole responsibility of the rider.

Fees:
Race Entry Fees will be as follows:

Pro $45

Amateur $35

Youth $25

UTV $40

Classes:

*A rider's age on February 22nd will determine his age for the year. See rule for unit eligibility.

Classes:

Course will be between 1½ to 4 miles long.

Course will be between 1½ to 4 miles long.

Course will be between 6 to 12 miles long.

Course will be between 6 to 12 miles long.

RIDER ELIGIBILITY AND CLASSIFICATION:

Youth Classes
A Youth rider's age on February 22nd will determine his age for the year. You are recommended to race the same class that you race in any other AMA sanctioned series or comparable. If you raced in a class in the 2008 Indiana XC Racing Series and are schedule for advancement, but need to stay in the same class to maintain the same class in another AMA sanctioned series, you will need to write a letter before the first race explaining why you need to stay in that current or comparable class. The Indiana XC Racing Board will vote on your request. Any questions about this rule please contact an Indiana XC Racing staff member.

“65cc Open Bike” Class
• 50cc - 65cc 2 Stroke & 50-125cc 4 Stroke
• 7 to 11 years old • Experienced 50cc bike racer ok if the kid is ready for the challenge and parent approval
• 65cc Open Bike
• Race Ready Bikes OK

“85cc Open Bike” Class
• 85cc 2 Stroke & 75-150cc 4 Stroke
• 7 to 15 years old
• 85cc Open Bike
• Race Ready Bikes OK

“Super Mini ATV” Class
• 0-250cc Manual Clutch ATV
• 11 to 14 years old
• Super Mini ATV
• Race Ready Quads Ok

“90cc Production ATV” Class
• 0-90cc 2 Stroke & 0-125cc 4 Stroke CVT or Auto Clutch
• 7 to 13 years old
• 90cc Production ATV
• Race Ready Quads Ok

“90cc Stock ATV” Class
• 0-90cc 2 Stroke & 0-125cc 4 Stroke CVT or Auto Clutch
• 7 to 13 years old
• 90cc Stock ATV
• No "Race ready" Quads

“70cc Open ATV” Class
• 0-70cc 2 Stroke & 0-90cc 4 Stroke CVT or Auto Clutch
• 7 to 11 years old
• 70cc Open ATV
• Race Ready Quads Ok

Adult Classes
An Adult rider's age on February 22nd will determine his age for the year. You are recommended to race the same class that you race in any other AMA sanctioned series or comparable. If you raced in a class in the 2008 Indiana XC Racing Series and are schedule for advancement, but need to stay in the same class to maintain the same class in another AMA sanctioned series, you will need to write a letter before the first race explaining why you need to stay in that current or comparable class. The Indiana XC Racing Board will vote on your request. Any questions about this rule please contact an Indiana XC Racing staff member.

Bike Classes

“Pro” Bike Class
• Pro riders or; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 16 years of age or older
• Open Bike

“A” Class
• “A” riders, any “B” or “B” Lites Champion; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 201cc + 2 Stroke or 251cc + 4 Stroke
• 16 years of age or older
• Open Bike

“A” Lites Class
• “A” Lites riders, any “B” or “B” Lites Champion; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 0-200cc 2 Stroke or 0-250cc + 4 Stroke
• 15 years of age or older
• Open Bike

“B” Class
• “B” riders, any “C” First Year racer that competed in 3 or more events; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 201cc + 2 Stroke or 251cc + 4 Stroke
• 16 years of age or older
• Open Bike

“B ” Lites Class
• “B” Lites riders, any “C” First Year racer that competed in 3 or more events; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 0-200cc 2 Stroke or 0-250cc + 4 Stroke
• 15 years of age or older
• Open Bike

Vet 30 + “A” Class
• Vet 30 + “A” riders, 2008 Vet 30+ “B” Champion; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• Open cc
• 30 years of age or older
• Open Bike

Vet 30 + “B” Class
• Vet 30 + “B” riders; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• Open cc
• 30 years of age or older
• Open Bike

Senior 40 + “A” Class
• Senior 40 + “A” riders, 2008 Senior 40+ “B” Champion; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• Open cc
• 40 years of age or older
• Open Bike

Senior 40 + “B” Class
• Senior 40 + “B” riders; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• Open cc
• 40 years of age or older
• Open Bike

Senior 50 + Class
• Senior 50 + riders; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• Open cc
• 50 years of age or older
• Open Bike

“C” First Year Class
• “C” First Year riders; no previous race experience, racers that did not compete in 3 or more race in 2008 in the “C” First Year Class or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• Open cc
• 15 years of age or older on a 0-250F and 16 years and older on a 250cc and up.
• Open Bike

“Women” Class
• “Women” riders; no previous race experience or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• Open cc
• 15 years of age or older on a 0-250F and 16 years and older on a 250cc and up, and must be of the female gender.
• Open Bike

ATV Classes

An Adult rider's age on February 22nd will determine his age for the year. You are recommended to race the same class that you race in any other AMA sanctioned series or comparable. If you raced in a class in the 2008 Indiana XC Racing Series and are schedule for advancement, but need to stay in the same class to maintain the same class in another AMA sanctioned series, you will need to write a letter before the first race explaining why you need to stay in that current or comparable class. The Indiana XC Racing Board will vote on your request. Any questions about this rule please contact an Indiana XC Racing staff member.

“Pro” Class
• Pro riders are previous years Indiana XC Racing Pro Class Top 5, and riders with 2008 “Pro Am” Class championship in any other off-road series in previous year-end standings or any nationally ranked pro or any nationally ranked top 10 Pro Am rider; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.

“Pro Am” Class
• Pro Am riders are previous years Indiana XC Racing “A” Class Champion, and riders with 2008 “A” Class championship in any other off-road series in previous year-end standings, any nationally ranked Pro Am rider not in the top 10; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 16 years of age or older
• Open ATV

“A” Class
• “A” riders are previous years Indiana XC Racing “B 16-25” Class 1st, 2nd & 3rd or “B” 26+ champion in year-end points Standings & any “A” Class rider that didn’t finish in the Championship position in year-end series points, also riders that were ranked in the top three in “B” Class in any other off-road series in previous year-end standings; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion. • 16 years of age or older
• *Open ATV

“B” 16-23 Class
• “B” riders are previous years Indiana XC Racing “C” Class 1st, 2nd , 3rd, 4th & 5th in year-end points Standings & any “B” Class rider that didn’t finish in the “B” 16-25 Class 1st, 2nd & 3rd or “B” 26+ champion in year-end series points, also riders that were ranked in the top five in “C” Class in any other off-road series in previous year-end standings; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion. • 16 - 23 age of age
• Open ATV

“B” 24+ Class
• “B” riders are previous years Indiana XC Racing “C” Class 1st, 2nd , 3rd, 4th & 5th in year-end points Standings & any “B” Class rider that didn’t finish in the “B” Class 1st, 2nd & 3rd or “B” 26+ champion in year-end series points, also riders that were ranked in the top five in “C” Class in any other off-road series in previous year-end standings; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion. • 24 years of age or older
• Open ATV

“C” 16-21 Class
• “C” riders are previous years Indiana XC Racing “D” First Year Racer that competed in 3 or more “D” Class races or finished in any “D” Class race in the top 5 in the 2008 Indiana XC Racing season & any “C” Class rider that didn’t finish in the “C” Class 1st, 2nd , 3rd, 4th & 5th in year-end series points, also riders that race in the “D” First Year Racer that competed in 3 or more “D” Class races or finished in any “D” Class race in the top 5 class in any other off-road series in previous year; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion. • 16- 21 years of age
• Open ATV

“C” 22-27 Class
• “C” riders are previous years Indiana XC Racing “D” First Year Racer that competed in 3 or more “D” Class races or finished in any “D” Class race in the top 5 in the 2008 Indiana XC Racing season & any “C” Class rider that didn’t finish in the “C” Class 1st, 2nd , 3rd, 4th & 5th in year-end series points, also riders that race in the “D” First Year Racer that competed in 3 or more “D” Class races or finished in any “D” Class race in the top 5 class in any other off-road series in previous year; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion. • 22- 27 years of age
• Open ATV

“C” 28-35 Class
• “C” riders are previous years Indiana XC Racing “D” First Year Racer that competed in 3 or more “D” Class races or finished in any “D” Class race in the top 5 in the 2008 Indiana XC Racing season & any “C” Class rider that didn’t finish in the “C” Class 1st, 2nd , 3rd, 4th & 5th in year-end series points, also riders that race in the “D” First Year Racer that competed in 3 or more “D” Class races or finished in any “D” Class race in the top 5 class in any other off-road series in previous year; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion. • 28-35 years of age or older
• Open ATV

“C” 36 + Class
• “C” riders are previous years Indiana XC Racing “D” First Year Racer that competed in 3 or more “D” Class races or finished in any “D” Class race in the top 5 in the 2008 Indiana XC Racing season & any “C” Class rider that didn’t finish in the “C” Class 1st, 2nd , 3rd, 4th & 5th in year-end series points, also riders that race in the “D” First Year Racer that competed in 3 or more “D” Class races or finished in any “D” Class race in the top 5 class in any other off-road series in previous year; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion. • 36 years of age or older
• Open ATV

“D” 16-24 First Year Class
• “D” First Year riders; no previous race experience or any 2008 rider that didn’t finish a “D” Class race in the top 5 or raced 2 races or less; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion
• Open cc
• 16-24 years of age or older
• Open ATV

“D” 25+ First Year Class
• “D” First Year riders; no previous race experience or any 2008 rider that didn’t finish a “D” Class race in the top 5 or raced 2 races or less; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion
• Open cc
• 25 years of age or older
• Open ATV

Vet 30 + “A/B” Class
• Vet 30 + riders; Any racer that won a race in the 2008 Indiana XC Racing Vet 30+ or Senior 40+ Class; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• Open cc
• 30 years of age or older
• Open ATV

“Sport” Class
• Sport riders; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 251 cc 2 stroke or 400cc 4 Stroke • 16 years of age or older
• Sport ATV

“Sport Lites” Class
• Sport Lites riders; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 0-249cc 2 stroke or 0-350cc 4 Stroke (Honda 250X, 250EX and 300EX; Kawasaki Mojave 250 and Lakota 300; Polaris Trail Blazer & Scrambler 250; Suzuki Quad Sport 230, 250 and Z-250; Yamaha Blaster, Warrior and Raptor 350; and Kymco Mongoose 250 and 300. Modifications are permitted. Maximum engine displacement is 350cc.) No 400cc or 250r 2 strokes • 13 years of age or older
• Sport Lites ATV

“Utility Open” Class
• Utility Open riders; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 0-840cc 4-wheel or 2-wheel drive shaft or chain-driven automatic transmission/clutch ATV that comes with racks or rack availability as standard equipment. Production rules applies.

• 16 years of age or older
• Utility Open ATV

“Utility Unlimited” Class
• Utility Unlimited riders; or by Indiana XC Racing discretion.
• 0-840cc 4-wheel or 2-wheel drive shaft or chain-driven automatic transmission/clutch ATV that does not have racks or rack availability as standard equipment. Renegade, Scrambler, Wolverine and V-Force machines eligible. • 16 years of age or older
• Utility Unlimited ATV

RACE TIMES

Races with IXCR Adults & Youth (Bikes, Quads & Mini Quads, 65cc & 85cc Bikes)

DATES: May 31st, July 12th, August 2nd, August 23rd, Oct. 5th

• 8:15 am: 65cc & 85cc Bike’s
• 9:15 am: Youth Quad’s
• 10:45 am: Bike’s
• 1:30 pm: ATV’s

Races with IXCR Adults Bike’s & ATV’s Only

DATES: February 22nd, April 26th, November 8th

• 10:00 am: Bike’s
• 1:00 pm: ATV’s

Co-Sanction race with IXCR Adults & Youth (Bikes, Quads & Mini Quads, 65cc & 85cc Bikes)

DATES: October 24th & 25th GNCC Ironman see www.gnccracing.com for details

EQUIPMENT:

1. All machines must have silencers.
2. The machine a rider leaves the starting line on is the official machine of the rider for that event, and he may not switch during the event.
3. All ATV’s must have a working tether is required.
4. No rider is allowed to carry gasoline, except inside his machine's fuel tank.
5. Helmet, goggles, above the ankle boots, gloves, long sleeve shirt and long pants are required for all riders.
6. Safety equipment and machine eligibility are the sole responsibility of the rider and may be tested at anytime prior to, during or after event.

CLASSIFICATION PROTESTS:

Rider Classification Protests:

Protests and appeals related to rider classification will be sent to the Indiana XC Racing for rulings. The Indiana XC Racing Series will make rider classification rulings and handle rider classification related protests. Appeals will be decided by the Indiana XC Racing Board. The Indiana XC Racing Series rulings on rider classifications will be binding to the Indiana XC Racing only and will be final.

COURSE:

1. A course may include trails, footpaths, roads, hills, motocross tracks, man made obstacles or any type of terrain which can be negotiated by an ATV or bike. Riders have the chance to inspect these obstacles and may choice not to attend the race or bring a concern up with a staff member if they are not comfortable with something.
2. The course will be open to inspection the day prior to the race. Participants are permitted to ride a bicycle or walk the course only when race events are not taking place.
3. Marking, cutting, tampering with or otherwise changing the course in any manner is strictly prohibited. Course modifications may only be made by an Indiana XC Racing official.
4. Only registered racers and officials may ride the course during the race.
5. If a rider leaves the course for any reason, he must re-enter where he left.
6. Riders must remain on the marked course. A marked course is the official route designated by and marked with official Indiana XC Racing markings.
7. Riders must stay within the confines of the following “direct path” markers: arrows posted on the trail, ribbons, signs, stakes, hay bales, barrels, motocross track, grass track, etc.. Furthermore, riders may not cut to the inside of any corner marker.
8. Riders encountering a traffic-jam or bottleneck may go within not more than 25 feet off the course to get around the bottleneck as long as no “direct path” markers are compromised. However, the rider must re-enter the course as soon as possible, and upon approaching this section the next lap, must ride the original arrowed section if the track is clear. If the original marking devices are knocked down, the rider must stay on the original marked course. A "bottleneck" is a section of the track that becomes impassable for any reason, with the exception of check points.
9. All riders must proceed only in the correct direction of the course route or trail. Riding backwards on the race course at any time is prohibited. Riding backwards on the course is grounds for penalties of up to and including disqualification. 10. Anytime “double arrows” are posted on both sides of the trail, they represent the limits of the course. Riders must stay between the double arrows where they are posted.

11. All riders must remain on the marked course at all times. The “Course” is considered to be the immediate trail as marked with arrows. The course will extend a maximum of 25 feet to the left or right of the arrows.

12. Riders found off the course as defined above are subject to penalties up to disqualification.

13. If a rider leaves the marked course for ANY reason, the rider must enter the course in the exact location where they left it (or must re-enter in a location that is farther from the finish line than where they left the course). In cases where this is not practical, the rider must refuse to be scored for the lap where they were off course. Upon completion of the race, it is the rider’s responsibility to immediately dismount, and return to the score tent to verify they were not scored for such a lap. Riders who notify the scorer of the “short lap” will be penalized the lap where the mistake was made. Penalty for doing a “short” lap and not notifying the scorer of such error will be disqualification. At the scorers or promoters discretion, and only with significant compelling reasons, such a disqualification penalty may be reduced to loss of a lap.

14. Ribbon, banners, staked markings, etc. always represent the limit of the course. A rider who rides through any such marking may be penalized up to disqualification. Tearing down course markings can cause serious event problems, and course misses by other riders. Riders must exercise the proper speed, and control at all times to avoid damaging any such markings, stakes, or barriers. Damage to, or passing through such course markings may result in penalties. If a rider is off the course, intentionally tearing down or riding through a bannered area of the course in order to reenter the course is a violation of the rules regarding reentering the course and carries penalties up to disqualification.

15. In the event of severe bottlenecks or a traffic jam at a particular obstacle, a rider may get off the course only as far as absolutely necessary to clear the obstacle. The rider must take the shortest line back to the course immediately after clearing the bottleneck, not the shortest line to the finish. On the next lap, the original course must be followed.

16. Slower riders are required to allow faster riders to pass. The slower rider moves to the right when possible to be passed on the left. The slower rider must take the first opportunity to allow the faster rider to pass.

17. Blocking, ramming, or any other intentional rider contact is a violation and may be penalized. This is true on the course, checkpoints, and especially the scoring tent.

18. Team tactics will not be allowed. Riders found making a “team” effort to block or otherwise impede another rider may be disqualified from current and at the next Indiana XC Racing event.

START PROCEDURE:

1. Starting procedures will be explained at Riders Meeting.
2. Riders shall line up on their assigned starting row on a first come basis when directed by the race official.
3. All starts are dead engine with the exception for the mini quads. The official will signal all riders to turn off their engines.
4. A “10 Seconds” signal will be given before the flag is thrown. At the “10 Seconds” signal, all crew members must step away.
5. Any rider taking off with the wrong row will be penalized.
6. Any rider that misses the start of their class must enter the race course at the starting line and complete the start chute.
7. The event will be timed from the start of the first class in the session for termination purposes. There will be a 30 second to 1 min break before the next class begins.

8. Riders meetings are MANDATORY. All riders are required to attend the riders meeting. Riders will receive penalties due to missing information provided at a riders meeting will be upheld. Once the rider meeting starts, riders show up late will be held outside the starting area not to interfere with the riders meeting by making noise with there machine. Those riders will be held for 15 sec. at the start.

9. The start of the riders meeting will be signaled using a horn, or megaphone. All riders are required to turn off engine during riders meeting regardless of their proximity to speakers or meeting. This includes all riders in the pit area, warm up area (if available) and all other locations within earshot of the riders meeting. Riders failing to stop engine or interrupting a meeting may be penalized.

10. Riders meetings will be “on the line” 10 minutes prior to start. Riders Must Attend The Riders Meeting. See # 8

Indiana XC Racing Start Procedure:

1. The starter should be clearly visible to the entire start line and wearing Indiana XC Racing staff clothing.

2. A green flag will be used to start the event.

3. The starter will give the signal to kill engines about 20 - 30 seconds before the start. This signal will be a flat hand motioned across starter’s throat.

4. ALL RIDERS, ALL ROWS, ALL CLASSES, MUST KILL THEIR ENGINE.

5. The starter will hold the flag down to their side. At approximately 10 seconds before the start, the starter will signal the 10 second until start.

6. After about 10 seconds, the starter will raise the green flag

7. AFTER THE FLAG IS RAISED, riders start their engines and go.

11. Classes will start 30 seconds to one minute apart unless otherwise directed at riders meeting.

12. ANY RIDER FOUND STARTING ON THE WRONG ROW will be penalized a minimum of one lap, a maximum of disqualification. At scoring time, the rider’s last lap will be removed and their place recalculated.

13. Any rider who has a false start (starts before the green flag is raised) must return to the line behind their class and start with the next class. A rider who has a false (early) start and does not return will be penalized a minimum of one lap.

13. Any rider whose machine does not start within 30 seconds of the start must remove their machine from the start area immediately. Such a rider may reattempt to start their machine with the next class. A rider who does not clear the start line in time for the next class start may be penalized. Once the starter has given the “engines off” signal, NO ENGINES are to be started including any from prior classes who have not yet started.

FINISH:

1. The “White flag” sign will be displayed in the scoring tent to indicate the leader is on their last lap and will receive the checkered flag when they finish the lap. The white flag will be displayed to the leader when it is estimated that the leader will have rode the minimum event time upon completion of one more lap.

2. When the leader has completed one lap after the white flag is displayed, the race is over. The checkered flag will be displayed in the scoring tent. The race may be declared “over” early or prior to the leader at the promoter’s or scorer’s discretion in order to clear the course of slower riders for the next event, clear course before dark, clear course due to track conditions, etc.

3. Yellow caution tape will be prominently displayed on each side of the course near the scoring tent, typically 25 to 125 feet from the entrance, this includes any breaks in the caution tape. These signs mark the strict no passing, pitting and high caution zone. Riders passing or pitting in this area may be penalized. Normal penalty for passing or pitting in this zone, but not inside the scoring tent will be loss of the offending lap's score. Within the no passing zone, no part of the front tire should pass the rearmost part of the machine in front. Riders must be in single file.

4. Riders may pass within the no-passing zone if the passed rider is on a disabled machine AND they are directed to do so by scoring personnel.

5. If a “Checkered Flag” is displayed prior to the scoring tent, then the race is considered over at that point and no passing may be done beyond that point. Such checkered flag will be waived by race personnel or affixed to barrier posts prior to the scoring tent. A checkered flag is not required to mark the finish line 25 to 75 ft. prior to score tent.

6. After the checkered flag is displayed (even if it is displayed early) the riders who remain on the course will have 1½ times the leaders finish lap time to make it back to the scoring tent and clear the course (i.e. if the leader lap time was 20 minutes, remaining riders have 1½ x20=30 minutes to clear the course). Any rider who does not make it to the scoring station before it is closed will be scored based on their previous lap (if they made one). Scorer may extend the scoring close time at their discretion.

7. It is the rider’s responsibility to see and take notice that the race is over. Riders must not re-enter the course after the checkered flag has been displayed indicating the end of the race. A rider who re-enters the course and completes a lap after the checkered flag is displayed will be penalized. Penalty will be loss of the “extra” lap score plus the loss of the score for the last lap completed.

8. DNF will be assigned to any rider not completing at least one lap.

9. Riders must complete the course on their own or their machine's power. A rider may push their machine to the finish line but may not be helped by spectators, crew, etc. A rider may not block the course in order to push their machine across the finish line. A rider pushing their machine to the finish must do so on the regular course to be scored.

10. After the checked flag, track sweep will be done from start to finish, and broke down machines and riders will be removed from the track in the order from start to finish. The first person will be the track sweepers letting the trail boss know were riders in broke down. Only then will someone come to assist you and your machine back to he pits.

SCORING:

1. Riders must come to a complete stop at all check points and scoring areas. The scoring area and check points are "No Passing or Pitting" zones.
2. It is the rider's responsibility to make sure he has all scans. Missing scans may result in a penalty.
3. A rider will be penalized for running into an official or breaking caution tape in the scoring area, which may start up to 200 feet before the scoring tent.
4. All events will be a 90 minute plus 1 lap timed event, with the exception of 65cc and 85cc bikes which will be 40 minutes plus 1 lap & youth ATV’s will be 40 minutes plus 1 lap. Racers have 1½ times the leaders finish lap time to finish the race after the overall winner takes the checkered flag.
5. A rider must finish the event to be eligible for points and awards. In order to be considered a finisher, a rider must complete at least 1 lap (Unless riders have a mechanical issue, then the rider will be credited with at least starting the race). Then it is not necessary to take the checkered flag.
6. Riders may get mechanical assistance on the course from their pit crew or spectators, but must finish the race under the machine's own power or by the rider physically.
7. Final class standings will be based on the accumulation of class points from the point breakdown listed below.
8. No towing allowed. If a machine is towed in from the course, that lap will not count.
9. A rider must ride 7 of the 9 races for adult classes and 4 of 6 races for the youth classes to qualify for year end prizes.
10. All races will count for year end points with 2 lowest points, DNF or no show thrown out.
11. A rider may question/protest the scores within the 30-minute period following the posting of the final results. After 30 minutes, awards will be given out.
12. Protests must be in writing.
13. Penalties will be assessed at the discretion of the official based on the severity of the offense, and may include one or more of the following: position(s), lap(s), time penalty, or disqualification.

14. Scores displayed in the score tent are “unofficial”. Scores at race time may be adjusted prior to posting due to errors in signup, disqualifications, penalty assessments, etc. and it is each rider’s responsibility to check their final score on the official posted results.

15. All class results will be posted after the last rider is scored. Results will be posted by class and include the riders helmet number, rider name, and manufacturer brand indicated at signup.

16. Riders are not allowed to remove the posted results unless directed to do so by the referee or scorer. If a rider has a question or problem with the posted results the referee should be informed and protest procedures followed if appropriate.

17. 30 minutes after the results have been posted, the protest period is closed and the results are final. Any errors found after the fact will not affect award positions.

18. In unusual circumstances where obvious human error was involved, and it is clear beyond doubt that the scores are incorrect, then at the discretion of the Indiana XC Racing Series finish positions may be corrected if: the error is found or brought to the attention of the scorer within 24 hours. Such corrections will not affect trophy awards as awarded after protest period.

TIES

Ties for the class championship will be broken by the most first place finishes, then by the most second place finishes, and so on as necessary. If a tie still remains, the championship goes to the rider that finished highest in the last race that they BOTH competed in. (not necessarily the last race of the year) -This has happened more than once, in the classes where there are usually only 2-3 guys anyway....we have had them tie and both have 3 firsts, 3 seconds, and 2 thirds~ then you go to the last race that they both raced in and see who finished better there!

RIDER NUMBERS

• Indiana XC Racing numbers may be used by only 1 rider, based on previous year’s points, first come first serve.
• No duplicate numbers within the race divisions (example bikes, ATV’s, youth etc.). One number per rider per divisions.
• Any series rider may renew their number before Feb. 1st of that year’s race season.
• After Feb. 1st rider numbers are on a first come basis pending Indiana XC Racing Series approval.

SERIES POINTS:

Indiana XC Racing Point Schedule

Best 7 of 9 event’s count toward year end awards for adult bikes and ATV’s.

Best 4 of 6 event’s count toward year end awards for youth bikes and ATV’s.

Best 7 of 9 event’s count toward year end awards for adult bikes and ATV’s.

Best 4 of 6 event’s count toward year end awards for youth bikes and ATV’s.

SRUTH Rule:
Races may be in different classes but a rider will only qualify for year end awards in one class.

Worker points 1 point per event for both Series & Overall Points.

DNF = 0 points per event for both Series & Overall Points, but count toward number of events need for year end series points.

Awards

• 1 Plaque for every 3 riders in that class.
• All youth rider will receive at least a participation plaque.
• Hole shot awards will be announced at the race.

Year End Awards

SRUTH Rule:
Races may be in different classes but a rider will only qualify for year end awards in one class.

CASH CLASS PAYOUTS

“Pro” Class

The only classes that will offer a cash award Pro payout will be 100% +

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Published on: 2-8-2009