To capture the final vote for the 2024 Rule Change Proposals, the Board of Trustees met twice.  Once on August 10, and again on August 20 to finalize several Rule Change Proposal votes.

August 10, 2023

On the evening of August 10, 2023, AHRMA’s Board of Trustees met via video conference for the final review and vote on Rule Change Proposals (RCPs) for the 2024 racing season.

Carl Anderson, 2023 Chairman, called the meeting to order at 5:06pm Eastern, and asked Cindy to take role.

Attendees: Al Anderberg (AA), Arthur Kowitz (AK), Brian Larrabure (BL), Carl Anderson (CA), David Rutherford (DR), Fred Guidi (FG), Greg Tomlinson (GT), Kelly Shane (KS), Mike Dixon (MD), Luke Sayer (LS), Tim Terrell (TT)

Absent: Albert Newmann

Guests: Dan May (interim Executive Director), Cindy McLean (Communications Director), Kevin Burns (Editorial Review Committee Chairman)

NOTE:

The votes recorded below are votes for/against the proposed change; If “yes”, the final vote is in favor of the proposal, if “no”, the final vote is against the proposal. If the vote is anything other than “yes” or “no”, a note regarding the motion and what was voted on is included in “Discussion”. Discussion may also include commentary regarding the final board decision.

Underlined wording would be new for the 2023 Handbook, a strike-through indicates wording proposed to be removed and will no longer appear in future handbooks.

There were 2 groupings of rules proposals which were dealt with as follows:

Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision – Accept/Reject: The board was unanimous in their agreement with the committee’s recommendation to approve or reject, and there were no member comments. Arthur Kowitz motioned to accept the votes as they stand. Luke Sayer seconded.  The preliminary votes for these RCPs were accepted as final.

Rule Change Proposals without Unanimous Decision: For those RCPs with member comments, these were read and discussed.  For each proposal, a role call vote was taken and recorded.

At the August 10 meeting, AK motioned to vote to accept the preliminary vote as final for all RCPs falling into the Unanimous Decision category, LS seconded.

August 10 vote on the RCPs included in the Unanimous Decision category: yes ( 11 yes / 0 no )

August 20, 2023

On the evening of August 20, 2023 AHRMA’s Board of Trustees again met via video conference to review the revised version of Rule Change Proposal 8568 (Code of Conduct), as well as two Dirt Track participant age related proposals, 8561 and 8462.

Carl Anderson, 2023 Chairman called the. meeting to order at 5:05pm Eastern and asked Cindy to take role.

Attendees: Al Anderberg (AA), Carl Anderson (CA), David Rutherford (DR), Fred Guidi (FG), Greg Tomlinson (GT),  Mike Dixon (MD), Luke Sayer (LS), Tim Terrell (TT)

Absent: Brian Larrabure, Kelly Shane, Arthur Kowitz, Fred Guidi

Guests: Dan May, Cindy McLean, Kevin Burns

The resulting final votes are included below in one list.

2024 Rule Change Proposal Verbiage and Votes

General & Road Race Rules

Entry ID #8548  3.4.1 a (1)

(1) Any current professional rider or any professional rider who in the previous 12 months raced as a professional wishing to compete with AHRMA may do so. Although no series, regional, points or awards will be credited to them, and all points shall be awarded to “Non pro ” club member and NO points shall be taken away. (ie if a pro wins and a non pro racers is second, the winning points will go to the “Non Pro”) Any awards to “Pro” riders may only be given as specified as a “one off” or “Professional series” with an announced monetary compensation and shall have no effect on series or regional point standings. (David Ehrhart, Member #14597)

Committee Recommendation: Accept 
Board Discussion: Discussion regarding unintended consequences – AHRMA for years has accepted and recognized pro racers amongst our ranks.
KS motioned to vote, MD seconded.
June Board: no ( 0 yes / 9 no)

Board Discussion: Discussion again over unintended consequences with AK pointing out that we have a number of racers that currently race in professional series.  BL motioned to vote on 8548, 8549, 8550 as one, LS second.
August Board: no ( 1 yes GT / 9 no / 1 abs TT )

Entry ID #8549 Section 9.1.1

9.1.1 No change to existing rule text. Add additional text below as 9.1.1a

a. Any current professional rider or any professional rider who in the previous 12 months raced as a professional wishing to compete with AHRMA may do so. Although no series, regional or any points or awards will be credited to them, and all points shall be awarded to “Non pro ” club member and NO points shall be taken away. (ie if a pro wins and a non pro racers is second, the winning points will go to the “Non Pro”) Any awards to “Pro” riders may only be given as specified as a “one off” or “Professional series” with an announced monetary compensation and shall have no effect on series point standings. (David Ehrhart, Member #14597)

Committee Recommendation: Accept
Board Discussion: Same as Entry ID 4548 / KS motioned to vote, MD seconded.
June Board: no ( 0 yes / 9 no)

Board Discussion: Discussion again over unintended consequences with AK pointing out that we have a number of racers that currently race in professional series.  BL motioned to vote on 8548, 8549, 8550 as one, LS second.
August Board: no ( 1 yes GT / 9 no / 1 abs TT )

Entry Id #8550 (New) 

Rule: Guest Professional Racers
Occasional guest professional racer participation is welcomed at AHRMA events as an enriching experience to racers and spectators. However, as an intrinsically amateur organisation, such racers are only eligible for race specific weekend points and awards. No points will accrue to national or regional championships, and such racers will be disregarded in the calculation of race placings for members.

For example if a professional guest racer finishes in first place and a member second, first place will receive the weekend’s trophy, but National and Regional points for first place will be awarded to the second placed racer. Professional Racer is defined as a person who is currently primarily engaged in racing motorcycles as their normal employ, and derives regular and or significant financial reward from such activity. Trainers, unless as part of a professional team, are generally not considered Professional Racers. Retired professionals are not considered Professional Racers. Occasional receipt of prize money in a one-off race does not bestow status of Professional Racer. (Mark Smithard, Member #1012603)

Committee Recommendation: Duplicate of 8548 – committee prefers language of 8548 as language provides continuity with Section 3
Board Discussion: KS motioned to vote, MD seconded.
June Board: no (0 yes / 9 no)

Board Discussion: Discussion again over unintended consequences with AK pointing out that we have a number of racers that currently race in professional series.  BL motioned to vote on 8548, 8549, 8550 as one, LS second.
August Board: no ( 1 yes GT / 9 no / 1 abs TT )

Entry Id #8551 Section 3.4.1 a)

All riders in AHRMA events, (including Sidecar passengers), motocross, dirt track, cross country and trials, must be full members of AHRMA Additionally, all AHRMA Road Racers must hold an AHRMA Digital Roadrace or Active, Student or Probationary Licence.

Any member entering a road racing event, must enter at least one historic motorcycle (motorcycle manufactured at least 20 years previous to current year of event) in its appropriate class. Only after such entry, a modern class / classes may be entered with an appropriate modern motorcycle. (Celebrity racers at the Barber event are exempt from this rule, as determined with special permission.) (David Evans, Member #3539)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Board Discussion: DR motioned to vote, LS seconded.
June Board: no ( 0 yes / 8 no / 1 abstain AK)

Board Discussion: DR motioned to vote, TT second
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Entry Id #8563 Section 3.3.14

Helmets worn in vintage and post vintage motocross and cross county must be may be open- or full-face type and certified by the manufacturer by having a sticker affixed to the helmet stating the helmet meets or exceeds at least one of the following standards: U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) FMVSS 218; Snell M2015; Europe’s ECE 22-05 ‘P’, ‘NP’ or ‘J’; or Japan’s JIS T 8133:2007. It is recommended that motocross and cross country helmets be removed from service after five years from date of manufacture; helmets greater than five years old – but no more than 10 years old – may be used at the discretion of the Tech Inspector. All helmets used in vintage and post vintage motocross and cross county must have been manufactured within the prior 60 months of the date of competition. Only OEM chin-strap fasteners may be used. (Richard Brodock, Member #1012964)

Committee Recommendation: Accept 
Board Discussion: Discussion of AMA rules – concerns regarding liability. KS motioned to vote, FG seconded.
June Board: no (1 yes – DR /8 no)

Board Discussion:  GT motioned to vote, KS second
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Entry Id #8568 Section 18 – AHRMA MEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT (RE-WRITE)

SECTION 18 – AHRMA MEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT

As a condition of membership, all Members agree to abide by the AHRMA Member Code of Conduct as set forth in the then-current AHRMA Handbook in effect.  AHRMA’s Member Code of Conduct sets forth the obligations and required behavior of all AHRMA Members and the associated processes.

In addition to the requirements set forth herein, AHRMA expects that all of its Members will at all times: be considerate of other Members, their guests and families; exhibit respect and appreciation for all AHRMA workers and volunteers; comply with track and event rules and regulations.

18.1 Member Code of Conduct – Offenses

Behavior which may result in disciplinary action is that behavior, whether physical, verbal, or written, which in the sole reasonable discretion of the Board of Trustees, fails to comform with the Member Code of Conduct, causes or may cause AHRMA harm or adversely prejudices AHRMA, or adversely affects any AHRMA Member or any person or entity associated with AHRMA.

Prohibited behavior, whether by physical action or published in any form of communication, whether verbal, written via phone, in person, email, social media, or other digital platform includes, but is not limited to:

  1. Derogatory Statements: Making derogatory statements about or with respect to another Member and/or that Member’s family or business, any AHRMA Associate and/or that Associate’s family or business, any sponsor, any track personnel, any workers or volunteers, or any AHRMA Trustee, contractor, or vendor regarding or concerning:
    • Religion
    • Political beliefs
    • Heritage
    • Family members
    • Gender, Gender Expression, Sexual orientation
    • Physical appearance or characteristics
    • Financial status or work status
    • Ability to compete or be competitive (outside of friendly trackside banter)
    • Integrity or honesty
    • Moral, professional, or ethical conduct or reputation
  1. Any use of profanity directed at another Member, Associate, sponsor, vendor, track personnel, volunteer, Trustee, contractor or worker, and/or family or business of same.
  2. Defamatory Statements: Making any defamatory statement concerning or regarding any Member, Associate, sponsor, vendor, track personnel, volunteer, Trustee, contractor, or worker.
  3. Any action which in any way defrauds, denigrates, defames, or deprives any organization, person, contractor, promoter, other Members or Associates, or any persons related to or involved with AHRMA.
  4. Failure to follow any applicable AHRMA rules or AHRMA policies.
  5. Willful failure to follow track rules or regulations that causes or may cause safety risk.
  6. Any communication, publication or disclosure of AHRMA confidential, proprietary, privileged, or protected AHRMA legal matters in any way or format, including but not limited to oral, written, electronic or via digital and/or social media.
  7. Any communication, publication or disclosure of AHRMA confidential, proprietary, privileged or protected financial information in any way, including but not limited to oral, written, electronic, or via digital and/or social media.
  8. Any threats or actions of physical violence, assault, or battery off or on the track.
  9. Aiding, abetting, or causing another to engage in any prohibited conduct as set forth in a) – i) above.

18.2 MEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT – SUBMISSION OF A COMPLAINT

  1. AHRMA recognizes that motorcycle competition involves commitment, enthusiasm, and passion. In the event an ostensible violation of the Member Code of Conduct occurs, Members shall seek to resolve such matters amicably and in the spirit of Member cooperation. If necessary or appropriate, the assistance of another Member, Race Official, or Trustee may be sought.
  2. AHRMA does not encourage submitting a complaint regarding alleged violations of the Member Code of Conduct. A formal complaint is a last resort and is not favored.  If Member-resolution is not possible, any Member Code of Conduct Complaint shall:
    • be submitted in a timely fashion
    • set forth in detail the person(s) alleged to be in breach, the nature of the alleged breach pursuant to Section 18.1, above, the date, time, location/event of the alleged breach, and all material facts, circumstances, and witnesses concerning the alleged breach
    • include a sworn statement by the person bringing the complaint of all actions and efforts made to amicably resolve the issue pursuant to Section 18.2 (a).
  1. Complaints may be submitted to the Race Director, a Trustee, or the Executive Director. All complaints shall be in writing, within 7 days of last efforts to resolve the issue, but in no event later than 14 days after the alleged breach, transmitted in person, or via first class mail with proof of delivery, or via email with delivery confirmation.
  2. Any Member who submits a complaint will be notified of the resolution action taken by AHRMA. AHRMA’s handling and disposition of complaints and alleged breaches of AHRMA’s Member Code of Conduct are confidential matters, except as otherwise set forth herein.

18.3 MEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT – ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES

Breaches of Code of Conduct are serious matters, and any enforcement or penalty is instituted after due consideration and investigation.

Notwithstanding any legal ramifications which may arise from adverse behavior, specific AHRMA penalties range from verbal warning to probation, suspension and banishment. Penalty Level (1- 4) will be adjudged by either repeated failure to comply with the Member Code of Conduct, or severity of such conduct as determined by Board of Trustees at their sole reasonable discretion.

Penalties:

  1. Level 1 – Informal verbal or written warning by an AHRMA Official with documentation sent to the Executive Director who will then forward to the Board of Trustees and record in the membership database.
  2. Level 2 – Written reprimand, by the Executive Director, with documentation sent to the Board of Trustees and written reprimand recorded in membership database.
  3. Level 3 – Fine and/or probation, by the Executive Director after majority vote by the Board of Trustees, fine and/or probation documented in membership database. Probation may range from a national or regional event to an entire season. Members on probation are not “in good standing” and are not eligible for national or regional championships in the season of record.
  4. Level 4 – Dismissal and forfeiture of dues paid. Executed by the Executive Director and after a majority vote by the Board of Trustees. Member is banned and may neither attend nor participate in any AHRMA event.
  5. In AHRMA’s sole discretion, AHRMA may elect to publish the result of any enforcement or penalty. Otherwise, all enforcement and any penalty is confidential between AHRMA and the involved Member(s).

18.4 MEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT – APPEALS

  1. A Member can appeal any action taken against the Member. Any appeal shall be in writing, via first class mail with delivery receipt letter, or via email with delivery receipt, within 30 days of notification of the decision being appealed, and sent to the Executive Director.
  2. Appeals shall be accompanied by an appeal fee of $50 (Level 1), $75 (Level 2), $150 (Level 3), $250 (Level 4). Depending upon the result of the appeal, all or some of the appeal fee may be refunded, as determined by AHRMA in its sole reasonable discretion.
  3. Appeals will be heard by an Appeal Committee, established by the Board of Trustees, comprising three members, as appointed from time to time by the Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees may appoint such Appeal Committee on a case-by-case basis or establish a standing committee. The number of committees, the length of committee service, and the persons serving on the committee(s) shall be at the sole discretion of the Board of Trustees.
  4. An appeal will include a hearing, either in person, by phone, or by video conference, as the committee determines. The committee will consider all information presented, both oral and written, within 30 days of the hearing. No attorneys are permitted to represent any party. The decision of the committee is final. For Level 3 and 4 appeals, a decision found against the Member will be published in AHRMA MAG and will identify the parties, the dispute, the decision, and as appropriate, the penalty.

(AHRMA Board of Trustee subcommittee submission)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Board Discussion:  Extensive discussion – General consensus to see how membership weighs in during member comment period – LS motion to vote, AN second
June Board: no (6 yes AA, AN, AK, BL, DR, KS / 6 no CA, FG, GT, MD, LS, TT)

Board Discussion: DR made certain improvements to the Code of Conduct draft that was reviewed in June.  The board reviewed it electronical and the majority of the board voted online.  To maintain continuity, rather than take a verbal vote from the two members who hadn’t voted online (TT, GT), it was agreed that they both respond to the original email with their vote.
August Board: yes (11 yes / 1 no GT)

Entry Id #8589 Section 3.4f

No rider under the age of majority may compete without the notarized, written consent of parents or guardians. Minimum rider age is 18 for road race, flat track and TT, and 16 14 years for observed trials, motocross and cross country. If under 21, proof of age is required. (Peter Steilberg, Member #9574)

Committee Recommendation: Rejected
Board Discussion: Notify submitter that this is on Laguna Seca BoT agenda – CA to reach out to AHRMA legal.  AK motioned to vote, AA seconded.
June Board: no (0 yes / 9 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 9 no)

Entry Id #8610 Section 6.2.1 g)

Suspension: Competition licenses may be suspended for violation of probation, as well as fragrant breech of AHRMA rules. Suspension shall begin with notification by registered letter from the National Office. Suspension may be imposed only by the Executive Director when confirmed by a majority vote of the Board of Trustees. Membership may be retained and AHRMA MAG received while the member is suspended from competition. Suspended members are not in good standing and may not vote for trustees. Suspensions will be published in AHRMA MAG. (Carl Anderson, Member #79)

Committee Recommendation: Accept
Board Discussion: AK motioned to vote, LS seconded.
June Board: yes (9 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (9 yes / 0 no)

Entry Id #8635 Section 6.3.3

Types of Protests/Fees: There are three types of equipment protests regarding machine illegality: Visual, internal and fuel. The equipment protest fee is $10 $250 for all protests except for an internal protest, which follows the added fee schedule below:  (Rodney Menke, Member #2010896)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Board Discussion: GT motioned to vote, AK seconded.
June Board: no (0 yes / 9 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 9 no)

Entry Id #8638 Section 3.4.1 i)

Competitors for all disciplines are required to carry a medical card that provides and emergency contact and pertinent medical information for first responders in case of an incident while participation in any AHRMA sanctioned event. the card is to be placed in an AHRMA supplied break away lanyard and worn around the neck. An alternative to the lanyard worn around the neck is AHRMA approved Medical Data Card holder placed on the helmet.  (Al Charles, Member #424)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Board Discussion: Kelly said both should be allowed.  DR motioned to vote, AA seconded.
June Board: no (0 yes / 9 no)

Board Discussion: TT motioned to vote, AA seconded
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Vintage Roadrace

Entry #8571 Section 10.21 Two Stroke Classic

b) ENGINE

  1.  All engines must be parallel or tandem twins. No v-twins allowed.
  2. All engines must retain stock bore and stroke.
  3. No flat slide carburetors allowed except period Lectron. Power Jet are allowed.
  4. Engines must be naturally aspirated.
  5. No reed valves Reed valves allowed.

(Robert Macaulay #2012139)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  AK motioned to vote,  DR seconded
June Board:  yes (9 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (9 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8572 Section 10.21 Two Stroke Classic

b) ENGINE

  1. All engines must be parallel or tandem twins. No v-twins allowed.
  2. All engines must retain stock bore and stroke.
  3. No flat slide carburetors allowed except period Lectron. Power Jet are allowed.
  4. Engines must be naturally aspirated.
  5. No reed valves Reed valves allowed
  6. TZ750 373cc reed valve cylinders allowed on TZ350

(Robert Macaulay #2012139)

Committee Recommendation: Approve 
Discussion:  LS motioned to vote, DR seconded
June Board:  yes (9 yes /0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board:  yes (9 yes /0 no)

Entry #8640 Section 10.21 Two Stroke Classic

10.21 TWO-STROKE CLASSIC

MISSION STATEMENT: For Grand Prix or Factory road racing two-stroke 250/350cc motorcycles built from January 1974 through December 1984. Only genuine race bikes are allowed; modified street bikes are not eligible. Among the eligible machines are any genuine 250/350cc Grand Prix two-stroke machine manufactured from 1973 through 1984

NOTE: 1 (one) year probation to evaluate for elimination starting with the 2025 racing season (Daniel May #11215)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  Discussion on extending probation period to 2 years.  AK motioned to vote, LS seconded
June Board:  no (4 yes AN,AK, DR, FG/ 7 no)

Board Discussion: AK motioned to vote, TT seconded
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8641 10.3.4 Formula 125

Air-cooled, 2-stroke, twin-shock, steel-framed Grand Prix motorcycles up to 125cc, plus certain GP-kitted street and enduro machines.

  • Derbi 125
  • MZ 125cc

GP200 race bike can bump up to Formula 125 only if compliant with the above rules.

(Camillo Sassano #1013109)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  AK motioned to vote,  LS seconded
June Board:  yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8642 10.3.4 Formula 125

Maximum carburetor or restrictor plate size for 175cc singles is 34mm; maximum carburetor or restrictor plate size for 180-200cc two-stroke twins is 22mm. (See rule 9.7.14b). (David Rhodes #18049)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  FG motioned to vote,  TT seconded
June Board:  yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: GT motioned to vote, DR seconded
August Board: no (0 yes / 9 no / 2 abs CA,TT)

Entry #8644 10.21 a 1

Only genuine race bikes or replicas thereof are allowed. Modified street bikes are not eligible. Accurate replica race bikes are allowed. Street parts may be modified to racing specs to create replica parts.

This also effects 10.21 intro – same change. (Carl Anderson #79)

Committee Recommendation: Approve with following language modifications: Strike “Modified street bikes are not eligible. Accurate replica race bikes are allowed.” Intent was to allow replacement of rare parts with their street counterparts in an attempt to make the class more cost effective and generate entries. Suggest that one major component from a factory race machine be required. (Frame or Engine) Bikes such as a TZ350G with an RZ350 engine, or a RD chassis with a TZ engine can be used as an example.
Discussion:  AK motioned to vote including committee recommended language modifications,  DR seconded
June Board:  yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8645 10.21 TWO-STROKE CLASSIC

MISSION STATEMENT: For Grand Prix or Factory road racing two-stroke 250/350cc motorcycles built from January 1974 through December 1984. Only genuine race bikes are allowed; modified street bikes are not eligible. Among the eligible machines are any genuine 250/350cc Grand Prix two-stroke machine manufactured from 1974 through 1984 1985.  (Robert Macaulay #2012139)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  DR motioned to vote,  AN seconded
June Board:  yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8646 Section 10.4.3 B

g) Brakes must of the period (i.e., two-shoe-type drum). Later-model BSA and Triumph drum brakes are allowed. (Manx Norton may use original four-shoe, seven-inch front brake). Minimum wheel diameter is 18 inches; maximum rim width is WM3 (2.15-in). OHC machines must use minimum 19 18-inch wheels, front and rear. (Rob McKeever #2010035)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  AK motioned to vote, TT seconded
June Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8647 Section 10.3.4 FORMULA 125

Air-cooled, two-stroke, twin-shock, steel-framed Grand Prix motorcycles up to 125cc, plus certain GP-kitted street and enduro machines. Major components (and modifications) must be consistent with those used in the 1960s and ‘70s. The following motorcycles are eligible for this class; if not included on this list, approval must be obtained from the Vintage Roadrace Rules & Eligibility Committee:

  • Bridgestone 200cc twin
  • Bultaco, up to 200cc
  • Can-Am 125, 175
  • Honda MT125, MT125R, 200cc four-stroke twin
  • Husqvarna 175, 1975-’82
  • Kawasaki F7
  • Maico RS125
  • Montesa, up to 175cc
  • Ossa, up to 175cc
  • Suzuki GT185, TS125/185
  • Yamaha TA125, AT1/2/3, DT125, RD125
  • Yamaha YCS1, CS3/5, CT1/2/3, DT175, RD200

Maximum carburetor or restrictor plate size for 175cc singles is 34mm; maximum carburetor or restrictor plate size for 180-200cc two-stroke twins is 22mm.

(See rule 9.7.14b). (Camillo Sassano #1013109)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  TT motioned to vote,  FG seconded
June Board:  yes (11 yes /0 no)

Board Discussion:  GT motioned to vote, LS seconded
August Board: no (1 yes CA / 9 no / 1 abs TT)

Entry #8654 10.2.3

• Bultaco 250 liquid-cooled single, round cylinder type only.

Note:Bultaco AJR replicas are not allowed. Bultaco AJR TSS 350 replicas allowed. (Scott McCain #514)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:  GT motioned to vote,  TT seconded
June Board:  no (0 yes / 10 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 10 no)

Entry #8655 Section 10.5.4

j) Sportsman 750 machines may use one front disc brake; period-type fixed floating steel disc, maximum diameter 12 inches, two-piston Sportsman 750 machines may use a period-type rear drum brake or period-type floating rear disc with a two-piston caliper. (Cameron Crockett #1013884)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  GT motioned to vote,  MD seconded
June Board: yes (10 yes / 1 no AN)

Board Discussion: DR motioned to vote 8655 and 8660 together, GT seconded
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8659 Section 9.7.2 Engines

  1. c) Allowable overbore is a class’s maximum displacement plus the following limits, or the specific machine displacement, as in the performance-indexed classes (such as 200 Grand Prix Plus and Classic Sixties 650): Four stroke cylinders may be overbored by a maximum of .080”, singles; .060”, twins; .040”, triples; and.020”,.040”, Two stroke cylinders may be overbored by a maximum of .080”. To determine displacement limits, .080”, .060”, and .040” and .020”, as appropriate, shall be subtracted from the actual bore prior to calculation. Note: These limits do not apply to Class C and Pre-’40 classes, which have a maximum overbore of .080”.

Comment from Dan May:

This basically gives the 4 cylinder machines a 1mm overbore (.040” = 1.024mm) which is a commonly available oversize piston.  It keeps the overbore measurement in inches to be consistent across all machines and disciplines.

Here is my original comment on the AHRMA site:

Daniel May July 10, 2023 at 12:59 pm

I believe the intent of this change was to allow 4 cylinder Formula 750 and Sportsman 750 machine to use a commonly available piston set that is 1mm overbore (~0.04″). I feel that is fair, and have no issue with increasing the 4 cylinder overbore allowance from 0.02″ to 0.04″. However, the way this change is written implies that *all* F750 and Sportsman 750 machine are limited to a 0.04″ overbore. This would make many twins illegal, as the current twin overbore is 0.06″. I suggest this:

Four stroke cylinders may be overbored by a maximum of .080”, singles; .060”, twins; .040”, triples; and .040”, fours. Two stroke cylinders may be overbored by a maximum of .080”. To determine displacement limits, .080”, .060”, and .040”, as appropriate, shall be subtracted from the actual bore prior to calculation.

(Cameron Crockett #1013884)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  TT motioned to vote,  FG seconded
June Board:  yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion:  AK motioned to vote, FG seconded
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8660 10.3.1 A Requirements and Modifications for F750

d) Floating disc brakes are allowed, though they must be period type (fixed steel disc, (maximum 12-inch diameter, with two-piston calipers).

Other rules affected:  9.7.7

b)Front disc brakes, where allowed, must be of the period; steel, rigid-mounted type; maximum diameter 12 inches. Caliper must be the two-piston period type. Discs permitted only in Sportsman and Formula categories—single front disc or drum in Sportsman 750, Historic Production Heavyweight and Formula 250; dual front discs or drum in Formula 500 and Formula 750. All GP and Classic classes must use drum front brakes. (Cameron Crockett #1013884)

Committee Recommendation: Approve – repeat of 8655 but covers Formula classes
Discussion:  AK motioned to vote,  TT seconded
June Board:  yes (10 yes / 1 no AN)

Board Discussion: DR motioned to vote 8655 and 8660 together, GT seconded
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8662 Section 10.3.1 A Requirements and Modifications for F750

10.3.1A REQUIREMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS FOR F750

k) Lectron “classic” series powerjet carburetors allowed with manual screw or mechanical adjustable Powerjets may be added to standard round slide carburetors. (Robert Macaulay #2012139)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:  AK motioned to vote,  FG seconded
June Board:  no (0 yes / 11 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Entry #8663 Section 10.3.2

a) Lectron “classic” series powerjet carburetors allowed with manual screw or mechanical adjustable powerjet.  Powerjets may be added to standard round slide carburetors. (Robert Macaulay #2012139)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:  FG motioned to vote,  TT seconded
June Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Board Discussion:
August Board:

Entry #8665 Section 10.3.3 Formula 250

a) Lectron “classic” series powerjet carburetors allowed with manual screw or mechanical adjustable Powerjets may be added to standard round slide carburetors. (Robert Macaulay #2012139)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:  FG motioned to vote,  TT seconded
June Board: no (0 yes /11 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Entry #8666 Section 10.3.4 Formula 125

a) Lectron “classic” series powerjet carburetors allowed with manual screw or mechanical adjustable Powerjets may be added to standard round slide carburetors. (Robert Macaulay #2012139)

Committee Recommendation:  Reject
Discussion:  DR motioned to vote, AK  seconded
June Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Entry #8667 Section 10.21 Two Stroke Classic

b) ENGINE

  1. All engines must be parallel or tandem No v-twins allowed.
  2. All engines must retain stock bore and
  3. No flat slide carburetors allowed except period Lectron. Power Jet are allowed. Flat slide Power Jet type carburetors with mechanically adjustable power jets allowed. no smart carbs or electrically activated power jets allowed.
  4. Engines must be naturally
  5. No reed valves

(Robert Macaulay #2012139)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:   FG motioned to vote,   GT seconded
June Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Vintage Superbike

Entry #8639 Section 10.20 Phillip Island Challenge

Eliminate the Philip Island Challenge class for the 2024 and beyond season. (Daniel May #11215)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  GT motioned to vote,  LS seconded
June Board:  yes (9 yes / 1 no AN / 2 abstain BL, FG)

Board Discussion: GT motioned to vote, TT seconded
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

NextGen Superbike

Entry #8570 Section 10.9.4 NextGen Superbike Middleweight

MISSION STATEMENT: To provide a middleweight class to showcase what was raced in the late ‘80s through the early ‘90s. This class will be limited to period modifications.

Among the eligible machines are:

  • 1986-1987 Yamaha TZ250 S/T

(Robert Macaulay #2012139)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:  FG motioned to vote,  GT seconded
June Board:   no (0 yes / 12 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 12 no)

Entry #8632 Section 10.9.1.1 b) 3 NextGen Superbike

Engine must be from same year, make and model as the frame. Updated/backdated parts available during the period (1985-’92) are allowed. “Ducati may may update engine cases only beyond the period. (Rodney Menke #2010896)

Committee Recommendation:  Reject
Discussion:  AK motioned to vote, MD  seconded
June Board: no (0 yes / 12 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 12 no)

Entry #8634 Section 10.9.2.1 c) 5 NextGen Superbike 2 Chassis and Frame

Front forks may be replaced with Kit (Ohlins or equivelant) forks. They can be conventional or upside down. Replacement forks must be of the period. No later model forks allowed; no gas-charged forks allowed.(Rodney Menke #2010896)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:  GT motioned to vote,  AK seconded
June Board: no (0 yes / 12 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 12 no)

Entry #8650 Section 10.9.4.c

10.9.4.c 1. Frame and engine must be from the same OEM model with the following exception, FZR400 frame with period FZR600 motor swap, rz350 with aftermarket cyl to 500cc.

Other rules affected:

10.9.4.  1983-1985 Yamaha rz350 with aftermarket cylinders, to 500cc.  10.9.4.B. All engines must retain stock stroke. Bore may be up to 2.0 mm over. Engines can be built to superbike specs. Rz350 may increase bore and stroke to 500cc.

(Keith Powell #2011378)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:   FG motioned to vote,  GT seconded
June Board:  no (0 yes / 12 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 12 no)

Modern Roadrace

Entry #8595 Section 10.15 c Sound of Singles

Eligible machines include KTM390RC and , Duke, and additionally superstock Kawasaki Ninja 300’s and Yamaha R3’s. (Patrick Hirschfeld #2011829)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:  GT motioned to vote, LS seconded
June Board:  no (0 yes / 12 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 12 no)

Entry #8656 Section 10.12.1 d

Any single (under 400cc) or twin (under 350cc) cylinder four-stroke production motorcycle up to 400cc sold in the U.S. with a street-legal VIN. The Ninja 400 is limited to Supersport specifications (see9.8.1) otherwise it must compete in SOT3.

Eligible machines include (but not limited to):

  • Honda CBR 300
  • Kawasaki Ninja 250/300
  • KTM RC390R/Duke
  • Suzuki GSX 250R
  • Yamaha YZF-R3 etc.

(Drew Jankord #2011918)

Committee Recommendation: Accept
Discussion:  DR motioned to vote,  AK seconded
June Board:  no (0 yes / 11 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Vintage Motocross

Entry #8601 Section 11.1.11

11.1.11 SPORTSMAN 125: 88-125cc two-stroke and 88-150cc four-stroke motorcycles through the 1974 model year, and like-design machines. Eligible like-design 1975 model machines include (see “like design” note below):

  • Bultaco, see note at end of Sportsman rules
  • Can-Am 125 TNT
  • Honda CR125 (VIN CR125ME-200000 & CR 125M-200000 series only)
  • Honda MT 125 1975/1976 (VIN MT125E-200000, MT125-200000, MTE125E-300000 & MT125-300000 series only) Honda XL 125 1974-1975
  • Kawasaki KX125
  • Suzuki TM100, TM125
  • Yamaha DT 125, 1975
  • Yamaha YZ125, MX125

(Kelly Shane #1124)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  KS motioned to vote for both 8601 and 8602,  TT seconded
June Board:  yes (12 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (12 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8602 Section 11.1.12 Sportsman 250

11.1.12 SPORTSMAN 250: Motorcycles manufactured as 126-250cc two-strokes or 151-300cc four-strokes through the 1974 model year, and like-design machines. Eligible like-design 1975 model machines include (see “like design” note below):

  • Bultaco 250 Pursang (serial #135; must use 1974-configuration swingarm). Also see note at end of Sportsman rules.
  • Can-Am 175 TNT, 250 TNT (also 1976 175 TNT/OR). 250cc engines must have 57.5mm stroke CZ 250 Falta (1974-configuration swingarm encouraged)
  • Honda MT 250 1975 (VIN MT250E-2000001-2013866, MT250-2000001-2013866)
  • Honda MT 250 1976 (VIN MT250E-3000001-3004003, MT250-3000001-3004003)
  • Honda XL 175 1975-1978
  • Honda XL 250 1975
  • Husqvarna 250WR (Eng N. MK-10500, Fr N. 2043)
  • Kawasaki KX250 (also 1976)
  • Ossa Desert Phantom 250 (1974-configuration swingarm encouraged) Suzuki TM250 (1974-configuration swingarm encouraged), also TS model
  • Yamaha MX175
  • Yamaha DT 175 1975 and Yamaha DT 250 1975

(Kelly Shane #1124)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  KS motioned to vote for both 8601 and 8602,  TT seconded
June Board:  yes (12 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (12 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8603 Section 11.6 Series Points, Awards

c) A rider must score points in at least four events to be eligible for series awards, or according to requirements as published in AHRMA MAG from time to time.
d)[no change] e) Year-end scoringties will be broken as follows: Year-end scoring ties will go to the rider who accumulated the most points during head-to-head competition. If still tied or if they did not compete against each other, year-end scoring ties will be broken by the greatest number of moto wins, then second-place moto finishes, third place, In the event of an absolute tie, the oldest rider wins.
National Championship Series year-end awards are based on a rider’s best finishes in a maximum number of events. The maximum number of “best finishes” to count toward the championship will be specified by the Off Road Director and announced prior to the beginning of each season. A rider must earn points in the minimum number of events specified by the Off Road Director to be eligible for year-end awards. In the event of a year-end scoring tie, the advantage will go to the rider who accumulated the most points at the National Championship Final. If after the Final there is still a tie, the older rider on the date of the Final will win.(Kelly Shane #1124)

Committee Recommendation: Approve 
Discussion:  LS motioned to vote on approving this verbiage for VMX / PVMX / NGMX,   seconded AN
June Board:  yes (12 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (12 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8604 Section 11.7 Race Procedures

1. e) All events where a “rubber band” or “flag” start is used, riders must have their front wheels in the start line ditch, behind the line of the rubber band, or other start line markers (as specified by the starter), at the time the rubber band is released or flag is waved. Failure to do so can will result in a the loss of three finishing positions in the moto, at the discretion of the referee. A rider who jumps the start and causes a false start requiring the moto to be restarted will be penalized four finishing positions in the moto. There are no other penalties;ie, starting backward, hand on helmet, etc (Kelly Shane #1124)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:   AK motioned to vote, TT seconded
June Board:   yes (12 yes / 0  no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (12 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8664 New

For Vintage Motocross, PV Motocross and Next Gen Motocross, add:
National series awards are based on a riders best finishes in 6 National events plus the National final in the series. (Bob Bean #10830)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  AN motioned to vote,  GT seconded
June Board:  no (0 yes / 12 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 12 no)

Post Vintage Motocross

Entry #8622 12.3 ULTIMA – CLASSES AND ELIGIBILITY

12.3 ULTIMA – CLASSES AND ELIGIBILITY The Ultima classes are for machines that bring us to the brink of the modern motocross motorcycle. Generally, the distinguishing formula specifications for the Ultima classes is are as follows: Motorcycles produced with liquid-cooling and linkage-type rear suspension are acceptable, but those produced with having disc brakes or any type of power-valve mechanism built directly into the engine are not. (Kelly Shane #1124)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:  GT motioned to vote, AN seconded
June Board:  yes ( 10 yes / 0 no / 1 abstain DR)

Board Discussion: GT motioned to vote and TT seconded.
August Board:  yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Observed Trials

Entry #8547

Note: A 3-year moratorium on adding new observed trials classes is in effect, beginning in 2024. (Debbie Poole #542)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:   GT motioned to vote,  LS seconded
June Board:  yes (  10 yes / 2 no AN, AK )

Board Discussion: GT motioned to vote, BL seconded
August Board: yes (  9 yes / 2 no AK, DR )

Entry #8588 12.5 (d)

13.2.6 ALL MODIFICATIONS MUST BE CONSISTENT WITH THE SPIRIT OF THE CLASS. Period modifications have been extensively documented and machines wit obvious non-period or excessive modifications will be disqualified or required to compete in the next-higher-level class. Two-strokes in Classic classes must have piston-port induction; reed valves will be permitted if it was a factory modification by a recognized service agent in the same production series for such motorcycle. 125cc and smaller would also be exempt are not legal. Only round-slide carburetors may be used (see 11.2.c) Reproduction D-shaped carburetors and round slide carburetors are permitted in observed trials.

11.2(c) applies to MX and provides in pertinent part:

Modern replacement smooth bore carburetors are not permitted in motocross.

In addition 12.5d provides:

Period flat-slide Mikuni TM carburetors are allowed only on Ultima class motorcycles. Mikuni TMX and Keihin PJ and PWK flat-slide carburetors are not permitted. Modern D-shape-slide or similar equivalent aftermarket OKO, and Chinese made reproduction carburetors are not allowed in AHRMA Post Vintage  Modern D-shape-slide or similar equivalent aftermarket OKO, and Chinese made reproduction carburetors are allowed.

Other rules affected:

11.2(c) applies to MX and provides in pertinent part: Modern replacement smooth bore carburetors are not permitted.

In addition 12.5d provides:

Period flat-slide Mikuni TM carburetors are allowed only on Ultima class motorcycles. Mikuni TMX and Keihin PJ and PWK flat-slide carburetors are not permitted. Modern D-shape-slide or similar equivalent aftermarket OKO, and Chinese made reproduction carburetors are not allowed in AHRMA Post Vintage

(Peter Steilberg #9574)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion:   GT motioned to vote,  TT seconded
June Board:  no (  1 yes DR / 11 no  )

Board Discussion: AK motioned to vote, GT seconded
August Board:  no (  0 yes / 11 no  )

Entry #8605 Section 13.6.d SERIES POINTS, AWARDS

d) National Championship Series year-end awards are based on a rider’s best finishes in a maximum number of events. The maximum number of “best finishes” to count toward the championship will be published in AHRMA MAG at the beginning of each season. A rider must earn points in a minimum number of events as published in AHRMA MAG to be eligible for year-end awards. Year-end scoring ties will be broken as follows: First, by the number of first-place finishes; second by rider age, with the oldest rider winning. National Championship Series year-end awards are based on a rider’s best finishes in a maximum number of events. The maximum number of “best finishes” to count toward the championship will be specified by the Off Road Director and announced prior to the beginning of each season. A rider must earn points in the minimum number of events specified by the Off Road Director to be eligible for year-end awards. In the event of a year-end scoring tie, the advantage will go to the rider who accumulated the most points at the National Championship Final. If after the Final there is still a tie, the older rider on the date of the Final will win. (Kelly Shane #1124)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:   GT motioned to vote,  LS seconded
June Board:  yes (  10 yes / 0 no / 2 abstain AK, CA )

Board Discussion: AK motioned to vote, LS seconded
August Board: yes (  11 yes / 0 no )

Dirt Track

Entry #8552 Section 14.2.11 VINTAGE LIGHT

VINTAGE LIGHT: Open to all machines 1990 and older up to and including 300cc 400cc. Custom tubular racing frames allowed. (Richard Brodock #1012964)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion: GT motioned to vote, LS seconded
June Board: yes ( 10 yes / 0 no )

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (10 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8553 Section 14.2.12 VINTAGE HEAVY

VINTAGE HEAVY: Open to all machines 1990 and older 301cc 401cc and larger. Custom tubular racing frames allowed. (Richard Brodock #1012964)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion: TT motioned to vote, AK seconded
June Board: yes (10 yes /0 no )

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes (10 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8561 Section 14.2.14 SUPPORT CLASSES

14.2.14 SUPPORT CLASSES: May be run as support classes at the promoter’s discretion. Modern Support Classes:

  • 250 Pro/Am
  • 450 Pro/Am
  • Hooligan (multi-cylinder, 700cc and larger production machines) Mad Dog (four-stroke, air-cooled up to 150cc)

Youth Support Classes:

  • 50cc: age 5-9
  • 65cc: age 6-11
  • 75-125cc: (4-Stk.) age up to 12
  • Youth Mad Dog: 4-stroke air-cooled up to 150cc, age 16 and under

(Richard Brodock #1012964)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion: AA thought we tabled? CA agreed. KS motioned to vote to table until Laguna Seca, AK seconded
June Board: yes (10 yes / 0 no ) – proposal tabled until Laguna Seca

Board Discussion: AK motioned to allow 16 or over on riding vintage or historic AHRMA bikes with double waiver (parental and at track) with a 600cc limit – AA & GT to come up with classes for e-vote, AA seconded.
August Board: yes (11 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: DR motioned to vote, LS seconded.
Final August Board: no (0 yes / 8 no)

Entry #8562 Section 14.1.d

14.1 RIDER ELIGIBILITY/EQUIPMENT:

d) The minimum Rider age: is

Displacement/Age Progression:
Vintage Classes:

  • 0-500cc’s 4 stroke- 16yrs old or older (with parental legal guardian waiver under 18yrs)
  • 501cc’s and up 4 stroke- 18yrs old and older
  • 0-400cc’s 2 stroke- 16yrs old or older (with parental waiver under 18yrs)
  • 401cc’s and up 2 stroke- 18yrs old and older

Modern Classes:

  • 0-250cc’s 2 and 4 stroke- 16yrs old and up (with parental waiver under 18yrs)
  • 251cc’s and up 2 and 4 stroke- 18yrs old and up

Classes proposed by Adhoc Dirt Track Committee headed up by GT:

18 years plus:
  • Dinosaur
  • Light Brakeless
  • Heavy Brakeless
  • Sportsman 750
  • Vintage Heavy
  • Hooligan
16 years minimum:
  • Sportsman 125
  • Sportsman 250
  • Sportsman 600
  • Seventies Singles
  • Spanish Cup
  • Vintage Light
  • Novice
  • 250 Pro/Am
  • 450 Pro/Am
  • Mad Dog

(Richard Brodock #1012964)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion: AK motioned to vote to table until Laguna Seca (same as 85to61), KS seconded
June Board: yes (10 yes / 0 no ) – vote on proposal table until Laguna Seca

Board Discussion: Underage entrant must have legal guardian co-sign the waiver at the track.
August Board: yes (7 yes / 0 no)

Board Discussion: At the second meeting to review the recommended classes the ad-hoc committee presented, GT motioned to vote on the proposal with the revised classes which limit some classes to 18+ and other classes to permit as young as 16. Underage entrant must have legal guardian co-sign the waiver at the track. DR seconded.
Final August Board: yes (8 yes / 0 no)

Entry #8574 Section 14.2.2 LIGHT BRAKELESS

14.2.2 LIGHT BRAKELESS (provisional for 2023): Open to all machines 1968 and older up to and including 300cc. The motorcycle engine, transmission and frame must be from the same manufacturer and model. An aftermarket rigid racing frame may be substituted, e.g., Sonicweld or Swanson. (Richard Brodock #1012964)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion: Discussion regarding cut off date – AMA vs. AHRMA. KS motioned to vote to leave provisional through 2024, AK seconded
June Board: no ( 0 yes / 8 no / 3 abstain CA, GT, TT)

Board Discussion: BL motioned to vote, GT seconded
August Board: yes ( 8 yes / 2 no KS, AA / 1 abs CA)

Entry #8575 Section 14.2.3 HEAVY BRAKELESS

14.2.3 HEAVY BRAKELESS (provisional for 2023): Open to all machines 1968 and older 301cc and larger. The motorcycle engine, transmission and frame must be from the same manufacturer and model, an aftermarket rigid racing frame may be substituted, e.g., Sonicweld or Swanson. (Richard Brodock #1012964)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion: Same as 8574 – KS motioned to vote to leave provisional through 2024, AK seconded
June Board: no ( 0 yes / 8 no / 3 abstain CA, GT, TT)

Board Discussion: BL motioned to vote, AK seconded
August Board: yes ( 9 yes / 2 no AA, KS )

Entry #8615 Section 14.2.2

14.2.2 LIGHT BRAKELESS (provisional for 2023):Open to all machines 1968 andolder up to and including 300cc. The motorcycle engine, transmission and framemust be from the same manufacturer and model. An aftermarket rigid racingframe may be substituted, e.g., Sonicweld or Swanson.

14.2.2 CLASSIC 250: 1967 and earlier and approved-design machines up to 250cc. The motorcycle engine, transmission and frame must be from the same manufacturer and model, an aftermarket rigid racing frame may be substituted, e.g., Sonicweld or Swanson. The following machines are eligible:

  • Aermacchi (H-D Sprint), all 250cc AJS Stormer 250
  • BSA C15, B25, all
  • Bultaco round-barrel, round-case four- and five-speed (engine & frame serial #prefix 3-45, 63, 66, 67) CZ twin-port
  • Ducati ESO
  • Greeves Challenger 250 Honda CB/CL72
  • Husqvarna “bolt-together” pre-’68 only (no Sportsman components) Jawa twin-port
  • Kawasaki A1
  • Maico, with OEM iron barrel Matchless G2
  • Montesa four-speed (Serial # prefix 02-18, 23-25, 33, 53 small barrel)
  • Ossa four-speed (no DMR chassis) (Serial #153000-155999, #250000-262999 and #280000-280999) Parilla
  • Suzuki T20 X6 (no T250s) Triumph Tiger 70, Cub, TR25W
  • Villiers-powered machines (Greeves, Dot, James, Norman, etc.)
  • Yamaha 250cc racing twins up to TD1C and street-based replicas using vertically split case engines

a) Two-strokes are limited to 32mm carburetors on singles, 28mm twins, except Ossas may run OEM 33mm IRZ

(Beno Rodi #143)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion: AK motioned to vote, GT seconded
June Board: no ( 0 yes / 11 no )

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Entry #8616 14.2.3 HEAVY BRAKELESS

14.2.3 HEAVY BRAKELESS (provisional for 2023):Open to all machines 1968 and older 301cc and larger. The motorcycle engine, transmission and frame must be from the same manufacturer and model, an aftermarket rigid racing frame may be substituted, e.g., Sonicweld or Swanson.

14.2.3 CLASSIC 500/750: 1967 and earlier and approved-design machines up to 500cc, including 750cc sidevalve bikes. The motorcycle engine, transmission and frame must be from the same manufacturer and model, an aftermarket rigid racing frame may be substituted, e.g., Sonicweld or Swanson. Eligible machines are:

  • Aermacchi 350 (H-D Sprint), all
  • Ariel 500 singles or twins, VB 600 sidevalve single AJS/Matchless four-stroke singles, twins
  • AJS Stormer 370/410
  • BSA A7, A50, B31/32/33/34, Gold Star, B40, B44, M20, M21
  • Bultaco El Bandido, Montadero (Serial # prefix 17, 18, 50, 51, 61, 70 and 81)
  • CZ 360 twin-port
  • Ducati 350, 450
  • Greeves Challenger 360 Harley-Davidson KR
  • Honda CL77, CB450 Black Bomber four-speed (serial #CB4501000001- CB4502999999) utilizing torsion-bar valve control system
  • Husqvarna 360 “bolt-together” pre-’68 only (no Sportsman components) Maico 360 oval barrel
  • Montesa 360 Cappra four-speed (serial # prefix 36, 46 and 66)
  • Norton 500 singles, twins, 600 sidevalve
  • Royal-Enfield singles, twins (including new-production Enfield singles) Triumph pre-unit or unit twins
  • Velocette
  • Yamaha Big Bear Scrambler, Catalina

(Beno Rodi #143)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion: AK motioned to vote, GT seconded
June Board: no ( 0 yes / 11 no )

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no)

Entry #8629 Section 14.2.1 DINOSAUR

14.2.1 DINOSAUR: 1951 and earlier, 500cc OHV or 750cc sidevalve. The motorcycle engine, transmission, frame, and forks must be from the same manufacturer and model. Like-design models also are permitted. All major components must be OEM parts that existed prior to 1951, or accurate, detailed replicas of the same parts using the same type materials and technologies, unless specifically. The burden of authenticating is upon the rider.

Press clippings and photos with identifiable date may be helpful. There are no restrictions on internal modifications, except the stroke may not be changed from the original specifications and the bore may not exceed the .080” overbore limit. (Beno Rodi #143)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion: LS motioned to vote, GT seconded
June Board: yes ( 11 yes / 0 no )

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes ( 11 yes / 0 no )

Entry #8649 Section 14.2.6 SPORTSMAN 360

14.2.6 SPORTSMAN 600 360: 1974 and earlier machines manufactured as 251-600cc, including like-design models. (Richard Brodock #1012964)

Committee Recommendation: Approve
Discussion: LS motioned to vote, GT seconded
June Board: yes ( 11 yes / 0 no )

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: yes ( 11 yes / 0 no )

Cross Country

Entry #8559 Section 15.1.2 k)

k) Rule of “65”, the Retirement Class: This class is open to any rider age 50 or older on any machine (single cylinder up to 501cc) not otherwise eligible to race in another vintage class, such that the age of the rider and the age of the machine when added together equal 65 or Rider age is as of January 1 of the competition year. Age of machine is based on chassis VIN. Class is further subdivided to Novice, Intermediate and Expert. (Michael DeRoche #2011248)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:   AK motioned to vote,  LS seconded
June Board: no ( 0 yes / 12 no)

Board Discussion: Voted with Rule Change Proposals with Unanimous Decision block
August Board: no ( 0 yes / 12 no)

Entry #8619 Section 15.3.11

15.3.11 Cross country races will may be split into two sessions at the discretion of the race director, with the vintage motorcycles first, followed by the post vintage motorcycles after with a sufficient break to allow those entering both events to have a short rest. (Kelly Shane #1124)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:   AA motioned to vote,  KS seconded
June Board:  yes ( 11 yes  / 1 no GT)

Board Discussion: AK motioned to vote, GT seconded
August Board: yes ( 6 yes / 3 no FG, GT, LS / 2 abs CA, MD)

Entry #8620 Section 15.4 SERIES POINTS, AWARDS

a) National series awards are based on a rider’s best finishes in half-plus-one of the total number of events in the series. In the event of a year-end scoring tie, the advantage will go to the rider who accumulated the most points during headto-head competition in a minimum of three races. If still tied or if they did not compete against each other in at least three races, year-end scoring ties will be broken by the greatest number of wins, then the most second-place finishes, then third places, etc., from the best half-plus-one finishes. In case of an absolute tie, the older rider wins. A rider must score in at least four races to be eligible for a year-end award.

National Championship Series year-end awards are based on a rider’s best finishes in a maximum number of events. The maximum number of “best finishes” to count toward the championship will be specified by the Off Road Director and announced prior to the beginning of each season. A rider must earn points in the minimum number of events specified by the Off Road Director to be eligible for year-end awards. In the event of a year-end scoring tie, the advantage will go to the rider who accumulated the most points at the National Championship Final. If after the Final there is still a tie, the older rider on the date of the Final will win. (Kelly Shane #1124)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:  GT motioned to vote,  AN seconded
June Board:  yes ( 9 yes / 2 no AK, CA / 1 abstain MD)

Board Discussion: LS motioned to vote, GT seconded
August Board:  yes ( 7 yes / 4 no AK, FG, GT, TT)

Entry #8621 Section 15.3.1

15.3.1 It is recommended that a cross country track not be less than three miles in length. For safety reasons, the entire course should be laid out and pre-run by someone riding a four-wheeler. The course must be at least 36 inches wide at handlebar level. One parade lap for all competitors is strongly encouraged. may be run at the discretion of the Race Director. (Kelly Shane #1124)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:   FG motioned to vote, TT  seconded
June Board:  yes (8 yes / 4 no AK, FG, GT, TT)

Board Discussion: AK motioned to vote, FG seconded
August Board: no (0 yes / 11 no )

Entry #8648 15.1.1d CLASSIC

CLASSIC: Includes all machines eligible for Classic and Early Sportsman Stock (ESS) classes in Vintage MX(not further divided into engine-displacement classes; Classic 125 machines may compete in Sportsman 200).

Sportsman Open Twins MX machines are eligible for this class (see rule 11.1.14). Regardless of original displacement, engines maybe built to the class limit (plus allowable overbore) (Richard Colahan #16126)

Committee Recommendation: Reject
Discussion:   DR motioned to vote,  GT seconded
June Board:  ( 8 yes / 2 no GT, TT / 2 abstain CA, MD)

Board Discussion: GT motioned to vote, FG seconded
August Board: no ( 11 no / 0 yes )