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ACU Rules of Motorcycle Trials
Rules of the ACU for motorcycle trials within the British Isles. You
must be a member of the ACU and hold an ACU licence to be a member
of this club and ride our competition events. With your ACU membership
you will recieve a copy of the ACU handbook where you will also find
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The National Sporting Code of the ACU and these Standing Regulations
shall apply to all Trials together with the Supplementary Regulations
and any Final Instructions issued for individual events.
Description
A Trial is a test of riding skill and balance over a variety of observed
natural obstacles with riders incurring penalties for footing or for
failing to fulfil other conditions.
Information regarding Authorisation and Land Use
Most events depend on goodwill from landowners, local authorities,
nearby residents and other users of the countryside. For the continuance
of orderly motorcycle sport, a Code, formulated by LARA has been adopted
by the ACU. The Code for events with no speed element is reproduced
below and will supplement the Standing Regulations. It is to be noted
that where necessary disciplinary action will be taken if the Code
is not fulfilled.
1. Any competitive event that is routed along, or across, footpaths
or bridleways must be endorsed in advance by the Highways Authority
for the area, unless the route of the event is on a highway of higher
status.
2. The Organiser is responsible for obtaining authority from the landowners
over whose the event passes, unless the route of the event is on a
highway of higher status.
3. Where the event requires use of public highway, organisers must
ensure that the Motor Vehicles (Competitions and Trials) Regulations
1969 are strictly adhered to. Events requiring authorisation must
obtain this through the RAC Motor Sports Association, Authorisation
Dept.
4. The Organiser is responsible for ensuring the event meets all requirements
of the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Statutory Instruments made thereunder.
5. The regulations, final instructions of an event should display
the following sign: - "This event is routed along and/or across
public rights of way. Competitors must exercise caution and reduce
their speed accordingly near other path users. Be especially careful
near horses. Slow down, stop and switch off your engine if necessary".
6. The Organiser should appoint an officer responsible for event liaison.
The Liaison Officer should, if appointed submit his name and address
to the local Highway Authority, the Parish Council, the Police and
landowners over whose land the event passes. The Liaison Officer will
thoroughly investigate any complaints and try to resolve any problems
arising from the event.
7. Wherever possible the Liaison Officer should maintain good relations
with other path users in the area such as horse-riders, walkers, cyclists,
recreational motoring groups and orienteers. The Liaison Officer should
notify these groups in advance of an event where they are known to
him.
8. All competitors must follow the Country Code.
Ensure that all aspects of the ACU Environmental Code are adhered
to.
note:-TSR meaning Trials Standard regulations
TSR1 Eligibility/Licencing
All riders and passengers must hold a current ACU Trials Registration
/ Membership card or a SACU licence. Any rider or passenger from another
FMN MUST produce a licence issued by their FMN together with start
permission and proof of personal accident Insurance.
Where the Trial includes the use of public highways, then this will
be stated in the Supplementary Regulations. If public highways are
used then it is the sole responsibility of the rider to ensure that
their machine is roadworthy and that they and their machine comply
with all legal requirements.
RIDERS AGE
a) Adult riders: A rider must be at least 16 years of age to participate
as an Adult. Sidecar drivers and/or passengers under 16 years of age,
but subject to a minimum age of 14, may be allowed to compete in Adult
events subject to the discretion of the Trials and Enduro Committee.
b) Youth Riders: A rider must be at least 6 years of age to participate
in a Trial and may continue to ride as a Youth until the end of the
calendar year that he reaches 17 years of age. A rider who has reached
16 years but who is eligible as stated above to continue as a Youth
may ride either as an Adult or as a Youth and alternate between them
unless they choose to compete in the Adult British Solo Trials Championship.
Class D Cadets born between 01.01.99 and 31.12.02
Class C Juniors born between 01.01.96 and 31.12.98
Class B Inters born between 01.01.93 and 31.12.95
Class A Seniors born between 01.01.91 and 31.12.92
ENGINE CAPACITY CLASSES:
The maximum engine capacity permitted for machines used in the age
groups set out in this Regulation are as follows:
CLASS A 125cc
CLASS B 125cc
CLASS C 80cc class
CLASS D** 50cc mono/80cc T/shock Electric up to 750 watts
** D Class Wheel sizes
a) Small wheel - Max 50cc Mono or 80cc Twinshock (fitted as original
equipment)/Electric up to 750 watts
Wheel size - Max 16" Front 14" Rear
b) Medium wheel - Max 50cc Mono or 80cc Twinshock (fitted as original
equipment)/Electric up to 750 watts
Wheel size - Max 19" Front 17" Rear
Awards subject to entry.
Standard rebores are permitted subject to the resulting engine capacity
not exceeding a tolerance of +3cc. NB. Any changes to the age groups
and/or capacity classes will have at least 12 months notice and be
effective from January of any year.
UPGRADING: For events of below National status a rider may compete
in a class higher or lower at the discretion of the organisers. For
National competitions a rider may at the discretion of the Trials
and Enduro Committee be upgraded to the higher class. Written application
supported by written approval from the riders Centre must support
such National upgrading. National upgrading will only take place on
the 1st January each year. A rider who enters any event in a class
below that of his/her age group shall do so on a 'no award, no points'
basis. The rider must always comply with the maximum capacity class
for their actual age.
TSR2 Entries
A Motorcycle Sport Event Entry Form must be completed in every detail,
and signed by each entrant, rider or passenger. Each completed entry
form, together with the entry fee (which includes riders insurance
premiums for personal accident and off road risks) and Entry Subscription
(see NSC 7.05) shall be forwarded to the Secretary of the Meeting.
Where third party insurance cover to meet RTA requirements on the
Public Highway is offered by the organiser, this will be at a supplementary
cost. All riders, passengers and appointed persons responsible for
minors, must register arrival at an event by signing-on at the event
control office, or other designated area, not less than 30 minutes
prior to commencement of said competitor's practice or first competition,
whichever occurs first.
Riders and Passengers under 18 years of age (Minors): In order to
conform with the Children Act legislation, additionally, for every
rider or passenger who is under 18 years of age a Parental Agreement
must be signed. This is incorporated in the Annual Competition Licence
and Trials Registration form and once completed will serve as the
riders Annual Parental Agreement. All minors will be bound by the
directions of parent(s), guardian(s) or other appointed adult responsible
for them at any event.
Child Protection: The point of contact for Child Protection issues
will be the Secretary of the Meeting unless otherwise stated in the
Supplementary Regulations.
TSR3 Limitation of Entries
Any limitation on the maximum or minimum number of entries to be accepted,
together with the method of limitation (e.g. in order of receipt,
by ballot, etc.) must be included in the Supplementary Regulations.
TSR4 Acceptance or Refusal of Entry
The organiser must notify all riders of the position regarding their
entry prior to the event.
TSR5 Team Nominations
TEAM-ONLY COMPETITIONS (e.g. Inter Centre).
All riders must sign an entry form and all entries must be made via
an appointed Team Manager.
TRIALS INCORPORATING COMPETITION FOR TEAMS.
Teams shall consist of riders who have entered individually and such
riders must complete a declaration on the entry form signifying their
consent to nomination as a team member.
Type of Team.
a) Club Teams. A rider must be a registered member of the nominating
Club and may be nominated as a member of one Club Team only.
b) One Make of Manufacturers' Teams. Teams shall consist of riders
all driving machines of the same manufacturer.
Details of further teams if any shall be contained in the Supplementary
Regulations.
TSR6 Change of Rider
All entries will be deemed to be in respect of the rider so named
and no change of rider will be permitted except in the case of "Team
Only" competitions where the Team Entry is submitted by a Team
Manager. For "Team Only" competitions any change of an individual
entry will be subject to the conditions of the Supplementary Regulations.
TSR7 Change of Machine and/or Passenger
Any request for change of machine and/or passenger must be made in
writing and submitted to the Secretary of the Meeting at least one
hour prior to the start of the event. The same machine must be used
throughout the event. In the case of a sidecar this is deemed to be
an integral part of the machine.
TSR8 Motorcycles
N.B. For current Trials/Sidecar Trials machine Specifications please
contact the ACU Trials & Enduro Department.
The Supplementary Regulations for each event shall indicate the Categories
and Groups of machines eligible. Motorcycles must comply with Appendix
B of the National Sporting Code and have independent brakes on both
front and rear wheels. Prior to the start of each Trial all machines
will be examined to ensure that they comply with ACU specifications.
When the event uses the public highway it is the sole responsibility
of the rider to present a machine complying with all Road Traffic
Act(s) requirements including exhaust sound level. Organisers, with
the approval of the permit issuing authority, may at their discretion,
allow riders to share the same machine in a Closed to Club Trial held
on private land.
TSR9 Fuel
Unleaded petrol, see ACU/FIM Fuel Regulations for physical properties,
fuel test costs and penalties for non-compliance. Pre 75 machines
may use normal road side leaded petrol (BS4040) max. lead 0.15g/litre).
Power boosters or octane boosters are forbidden. Refuelling should
not take place when the engine is still running. Mobile Phones must
not be used in refuelling areas.
TSR10 Wheels
If wheels of cast, or fabricated construction (other than conventional
spoked wheels) are used then protection must be provided to the rear
wheel by the fitting of 'solid discs' to cover open areas.
TSR11 Tyres
Only tyres which conform to the following specification may be used.
All tyres will be measured mounted on the rim inflated to a pressure
of 14 lbs/sq.in, and must have a nominal aspect ratio of 100/100.
Overall width (O) measured at wheel spindle height must not exceed
115mm.Refer to diagram. Tread depth (A) must not exceed 13mm. All
tread blocks in the same circumference must be of the same depth.
The space between the tread blocks (B) must not exceed 9.5mm across
the tyre or 13mm in a circumferential direction (C). The space between
the shoulder blocks (D) must not exceed 22mm. The space across the
tread (E) must not extend completely across the tyre measured at right
angles to the tyre wall unless broken by a block. All main tread blocks
must in principle be parallel with or at right angles to the tyre
axis. (Tyre must have the same appearance if reversed and conform
in principle with these diagrams). The tyre surface must not be fitted
with any subsequently mounted elements such as anti-skid devices,
chains, etc.
Note: Only tyres available from commercial sources and complying with
these dimensions are permitted in competitions.
TYRES FOR LONG DISTANCE TRIALS - Only tyres normally available from
commercial or retail sources for use on the public highway are authorised.
They shall appear on the tyre manufacturers range catologue or tyre
specification list available to the general public. They must be manufactured
to comply with European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation (ETRTO)
requirements in respect of load and speed codes and have a minimum
service description of 45M. The space between adjacent tread blocks
must in principal not exceed 13mm (distance between tread block corners
at diagonal groove intersections may exceed this dimension).
TSR12 Cutout Buttons
All machines used by Youth competitors must be fitted with an operational
cut out button.
TSR13 Chainguards
Chainguards must be fitted to all motorcycles as per manufacturer's
specification.
TSR14 Riding Numbers
Riding numbers issued by the organisers, whether card or numbered
bibs, must be clearly displayed in a legible condition throughout
the competition. Riding numbers shall not be defaced in any way and
no event sponsors advertising shall be covered. Riding numbers shall
be removed at the Finish. Where there are different section routes
for different classes of riders, each rider shall be issued with a
means of identification as to which route is applicable.
TSR15 Clothing
Clothing must cover legs and body and it is recommended that arms
should be covered. Boots of approximately knee length must be worn.
Only safety type Wellington boots made of leather, rubber or plastic
will be allowed. The wearing of gloves is recommended. Motorcycle
helmets, which must be correctly fitted, must be worn by all officials,
riders and sidecar passengers when riding a machine.
Youth: All Youth competitors must have clothing covering arms and
wear gloves covering hands and fingers.
Jewellery
Competitors are advised not to wear hand, face or body jewellery which
could prove hazardous in the event of an accident. The mouth should
be kept clear of anything likely to cause a blockage of the airway
in the event of an accident, e.g. chewing gum. This includes removing
false dentures.
TSR16 Pillion Passengers
The carrying of pillion passengers is not allowed except where provision
has been made for this in the Supplementary Regulations.
TSR17 Control of Exhaust Sound Level
The sound level of a Trials machine controlled according to the ACU
method and measured at 2 metres distance will not exceed 85 dBA. (For
precise method of testing, see Sound Control Regulations in this Handbook).
The correct engine piston stroke in millimetres must be permanently
and prominently displayed on the crankcase for use in sound control
calculations. (NS Code). There may be one or more 'spot' sound level
tests during the event. Any rider required to take this 'spot' test
will be given a delay time of 5 minutes, but will not be allowed to
make any adjustments. Riders who pass the sound level test must wait
until the 5 minutes delay time has expired before proceeding. At all
subsequent timing points, the delay time will be allowed for. Any
rider whose machine exceeds the maximum permitted sound level or does
not present his machine in a testable condition will face immediate
disqualification and must return to the finish as directed.
Additionally, at any time during the event, the Clerk of the Course
or the appointed official is empowered to exclude any machine he considers
excessively noisy.
TSR18 Start and Finish
A rider will sign on at the Start and must report at the Finish where
he may be required to sign off. The method of deciding the starting
order for solos and sidecars will be stated in the Supplementary Regulations
or, where applicable, in the appropriate Championship Regulations.
TSR19 Time
For Trials other than Time and Observation Trials, where full details
regarding the calculation of time penalties shall be included in the
Supplementary Regulations, the following shall apply; if a time restraint
is applied to part or all of the Trial, it shall be in the form of
an individual allowance for each rider and the details given in the
Supplementary Regulations or Final Instructions.
A rider's Time Allowance shall commence from the actual time the rider
starts. The location of the final Time Control should be at the last
section, or as close as practical, so that riders do not travel on
the public highway between the last Section and the Control. Riders
will be penalised one mark per minute up to a maximum of twenty for
late starting, or arriving late at any subsequent Time Control, and
thereafter excluded.
TSR20 Course/Route
The route of the course will be marked as stated in the Supplementary
Regulations. It is recommended that the principle route be marked
as follows: - Blue – Left Red – Right, with diversions
for other classes in additional colours. The onus of following the
correct route rests entirely with the rider. A rider leaving the course
must rejoin it at the same point. When public roads are used to connect
areas of private land a map clearly showing their position must be
displayed at the Start or in the programme. The onus of finding these
areas of private land rests entirely upon the rider and any route
making provided by the organisers is purely for assistance. The promoters
reserve the right to modify the route. To qualify as a finisher and
be eligible for an award, the rider's machine must have travelled
the whole distance under its own power or the exertion of the rider
and passenger, and without any outside assistance or additional means
of conveyance. Any rider who allows his machine to be ridden, pushed
or transported any other way, on any part of the course, by any other
person, is liable for disqualification. Any rider, who on any private
land is accompanied by another vehicle unconnected with the event,
is liable to disqualification. Any competitor who is, in the opinion
of the Clerk of the Course, considered to be riding the course for
the benefit of another competitor is liable to disqualification and
reporting to the Stewards for disciplinary action. TSR21 Observed
Sections
The lateral limits of an Observed Section or Sub Section may be defined
by artificial boundaries such as markers or tapes, which shall be
firmly placed and positioned in a way so as to clearly define the
intended limits of the section. If tapes are to be used they shall
always be clear of the ground but not exceed a height of 500mm from
the ground.
The Start and Finish of each Observed Section or Sub-Section will
be clearly defined, with the Section Begins and Section Ends identified
as such.
Sections and Sub-Sections shall be numbered or lettered and ridden
in the correct sequence unless otherwise instructed by the organisers.
A rider failing in a Sub-Section must restart in a forward direction
from the Sub-Section in which he has failed.
To qualify as a finisher and be eligible for an award, the competitor
must have attempted at least 75% of the sections.
TSR22 Method of Marking
A machine will be deemed to be in an Observed Section or Sub-Section
when the front wheel spindle has passed the 'Section Begins' Card
and until the front wheel spindle has passed the 'Section Ends' Card.
Marks will be lost as follows: -
A Stop permitted
0 - Clean
1 - Footing once or stopping once
2 - Footing twice or footing once whilst stopped or stopping twice
3 - Footing and or stopping more than twice
5 - Failure
5 - When requested by a rider rather than attempt the section
10 - Not attempting a section when called upon to do so by an Official
10 - For missing a section or failing to have punch card marked.
Graded Hills. Where a Section is to be termed a 'Graded Hill' a notice
to that effect must be displayed at the Section Begins, and the following
shall apply: - Numbered boards must be placed at defined places along
the Section, in order that a rider's performance may be determined.
Marks will be lost in a decreasing manner from 5 to 0 depending on
the distance a rider can traverse the Section without ceasing forward
motion. The front wheel spindle is the part of the machine to be used
in assessing the distance traversed.
0 - Clean
1 - Reaching or passing the "1 Board" without Failure.
2 - Reaching or passing the "2 Board" without Failure.
3 - Reaching or passing the "3 Board" without Failure.
5 - Failure to reach the "3 Board".
5 - When requested by a rider rather than attempt the section
10 - Not attempting a Section when called upon to do so by an Official
10 - For missing a section or failing to have punch card marked.
DEFINITIONS.
Clean: A rider traversing a Section as defined above without penalty
as described under FOOTING, STOPPING or FAILURE shall be unpenalised
and given a "CLEAN".
Footing: Footing will be considered to have occurred if the rider
benefits from any part of the riders body or any part of the machine,
(with the exception of the tyres or the sump shield), touches the
ground or an obstacle (tree, wall etc.), without stopping the progress
of the machine.
Footing outside the lateral limits of a Section does not constitute
a failure but should simply be classed as footing.
Stopping: Stopping will have deemed to have occurred if the total
machine comes to a complete stop.
Failure: A failure is considered to have occurred if: -
a) The machine moves backwards.
b) The rider does not have both hands on the handlebar WHEN HE FOOTS
WHILST STATIONARY.
c) The engine stops WHILST ANY PART OF THE MACHINE, WITH THE EXCEPTION
OF THE TYRES, TOUCHES THE GROUND OR THE RIDER IS FOOTING.
d) The rider intentionally moves either wheel to the side WITHOUT
FORWARD MOTION.
e) The rider dismounts from the machine. Dismount will be deemed to
have occurred when both of the rider's feet are on the ground at the
same side of, or behind the machine.
f) A rider is requested to leave the section by the observer for "unnecessary
delay".
g) A machine does not stay within the intended limits of the section
and within each marker.
h) If any wheel of the machine crosses any boundary tape or marker
whether the wheel be on the ground or airborne before the front wheel
spindle passes the "Section ends" sign.
i) The rider is held responsible for displacing a flag, marker or
support etc.
j) Travelling in a forward direction against the direction of the
Section.
k) The machine or rider receives outside assistance.
l) A rider or person having an interest in a riders performance, who
in any way alters the severity of a section without the authority
of an official.
B. Non-stop (SOLO &SIDECAR)
0 - Clean
1 - Footing once
2 - Footing twice
3 - Footing more than twice
5 - Failure
5 - When requested by a rider rather than attempt the section
10 - Not attempting a section when called upon to do so by an Official
10 - For missing a section or failing to have punch card marked.
Graded Hills. Where a Section is to be termed a 'Graded Hill' a notice
to that effect must be displayed at the Section Begins, and the following
shall apply: - Numbered boards must be placed at defined places along
the Section, in order that a rider's performance may be determined.
Marks will be lost in a decreasing manner from 5 to 0 depending on
the distance a rider can traverse the Section without failure. The
front wheel spindle is the part of the machine to be used in assessing
the distance traversed.
0 - Clean
1 - Reaching or passing the "1 Board" without Failure.
2 - Reaching or passing the "2 Board" without Failure.
3 - Reaching or passing the "3 Board" without Failure.
5 - Failure to reach the "3 Board".
5 - When requested by a rider rather than attempt the section
10 - Not attempting a Section when called upon to do so by an Official
10 - For missing a section or failing to have punch card marked.
DEFINITIONS.
Clean: A rider traversing a Section as defined above without penalty
as described under FOOTING or FAILURE shall be unpenalised and given
a "CLEAN".
Footing: Footing will be considered to have occurred if any part of
the rider's body touches the ground or the rider benefits from any
part of his body leaning on an obstacle (tree, wall etc.), without
stopping the progress of the machine.
Footing outside the lateral limits of a Section does not constitute
a failure but should simply be classed as footing.
FAILURE: A failure is considered to have occurred if: -
a) Solo
(i) The machine ceases to move in a forward direction.
(ii) The rider dismounts from the machine. Dismount will be deemed
to have occurred when both of the rider's feet are on the ground at
the same side of the machine.
(b) Sidecar
(i) The machine ceases to move in a forward direction.
(ii) The rider dismounts from the machine. Dismount will be deemed
to have occurred when both of the rider's feet are on the ground at
the same side of the machine.
(iii) The passenger foots i.e. if any part of the passenger's body
touches the ground, or benefit is gained from any part of his body
leaning on an obstacle (tree, wall etc.).
The following apply to solo or sidecar: -
c) A machine does not stay within the intended limits of the section
and within each marker.
d) If any wheel of the machine crosses any boundary tape or marker
whether the wheel be on the ground or airborne before the front wheel
spindle passes the "Section ends" sign.
e) The rider or passenger is held responsible for displacing a flag,
marker or support in an observed section etc.
f) Travelling in a forward direction against the direction of the
Section.
g) The machine, or rider or passenger receives outside assistance.
h) A rider or person having an interest in a rider's performance,
who in any way alters the severity of a section without the authority
of an official.
TSR23 Punchcards
If punchcards are used, the onus of looking after these rests entirely
on the rider and only the rider/passenger may present the punchcard
to the observer. Any disagreement over the score punched, or errors
must be reported to the Secretary of the Meeting immediately upon
completion of the event. The Observer must be informed that this action
is being taken as any error not verified by the Observer shall not
be accepted. Refusing to have the card punched, deliberately disfiguring
or losing the punch card will result in disqualification for which
no protest will be accepted. Deliberately disfiguring a punchcard,
or refusing to allow it to be punched, will result in disqualification.
TSR24 Observers
An Observer is an assistant to the Clerk of the Course appointed to
judge a competitor's performance in an Observed Section. No protest
or appeal can be accepted against a judgement of performance made
by an Observer, however, a protest may be accepted against any breach,
or misinterpretation of the Regulations.
A mistake made by an Observer may be corrected by the Observer with
the approval of the Clerk of the Course.
TSR25 Ties
Where a special test will be used to determine ties details must be
included in the Supplementary Regulations for the event.
Where there is no special test, ties will be resolved by the following
method in the sequence shown.
a) In favour of the rider with the highest number of cleans.
b) In favour of the rider with the highest number of one mark.
c) In favour of the rider with the highest number of two marks.
d) In favour of the rider with the highest number of three marks.
e) In favour of the rider who travelled furthest with the least marks
lost.
f) In favour of the rider who completes the course with the least
marks lost on time.
TSR26 Baulk
A baulk is deemed to have occurred when a rider, whilst attempting
an observed section, is prevented from making a bona-fide attempt
due to some outside obstruction. Should a rider claim a baulk, the
Observer may, at his discretion, allow a rerun of the section. The
Observer's decision as to whether a rerun is permitted is final. Should
a re-run be granted, any marks lost prior to the point of the baulk
on the original attempt shall stand, and the section shall be observed
from the point of the baulk.
Regarding any time allowed for the section the re-run shall start
from the Section Begins and the time will be measured for the total
section as if no obstruction had taken place.
TSR27 Practising
Unofficial practising at the venue is prohibited. A breach of this
regulation renders the rider liable to disqualification from the event
and to be reported to the stewards of the meeting for disciplinary
action. If official practice is to be allowed, either in a suitable
area away from the paddock, or on the sections to be used, then full
details must be stated in the Supplementary Regulations.
TSR28 Instruction to Riders
Any instruction to rider subsequently issued shall have the same force
as these Standing Regulations and the Supplementary Regulations providing
it is issued by one of the following methods.
• Issued
in writing and distributed to each rider • Issued via a clearly
situated notice board • Via a riders briefing meeting, providing
all riders have been informed of the venue and time of such a meeting.
TSR29 Prejudicial Action
Any person having an interest in a rider's performance, who takes
any action prejudicial to the sport may result in the disqualification
of that rider. Riders, parents or associates failing to obey instructions
given by officials of a meeting or deemed to have unjustifiably or
maliciously jeopardised the efficient running of the meeting by not
adhering to the Regulations, Supplementary Regulations or the Protest
or appeal procedure, may render the rider liable for disqualification
and/or being reported to the permit issuing authority for further
action.
TSR30 Legal Action
A rider who is convicted following a police prosecution for an offence
committed by them whilst taking part in the competition may be liable
to disqualification.
TSR31 Insurance
The organisers will be required to cover riders and passengers against
Personal Accident risk and for Third Party Insurance for 'off-the-road'
risks whilst taking part in the event and the premium for such insurance
will be included in the entry fee. Where the Trial involves the use
of Public Highways each rider will be required to declare that there
will be in force in relation to the use of the vehicle which they
intend to ride during the event such a policy of insurance or such
a security in respect of third part risks as complies with the requirements
of the current Road Traffic Acts. Where the organiser wishes to offer
(through the ACU Insurance Broker), Third Party Insurance cover necessary
to meet the Road Traffic Act requirements on Public Highways, this
must be stated in the Supplementary Regulations. It is the rider's
responsibility to request this insurance, complete the necessary forms
and pay the required premium.
TSR32 Abandonment
The organisers reserve the right, subject to the approval of the Stewards
of the Meeting, to cancel, postpone or abandon the competition, if
circumstances should arise which in their opinion, render such action
necessary.
TSR33 Medical Services
It is recommended that a person holding a certificate of First Aid
competency be present at all events. In addition it is recommended
that the organiser shall be conversant with the nearest Accident/Emergency
Services and insure they have a means of contacting them. Organisers
must also refer to the " Medical Services and Definition"
section of this Handbook.
TSR34 Liability for Damage
A rider is liable for any damage caused by themselves, their passenger,
or any agent, representative or servant acting on their behalf, during
the meeting. The promoters may act as agents for such persons to agree
and pay for any such damage, and the rider shall on demand reimburse
the promoters any sum so paid.
TSR35 Disclaimer
It is condition of acceptance of entry that the promoters shall not
be responsible for any damage to, or loss of a motorcycle or its accessories
whether by fire, accident or any agent, representative or servant
acting on their behalf, during the meeting.
TSR36 Offensive Behaviour
Any rider, or party with an interest in a rider's performance, reported
to the Clerk of the Course for arguing or being offensive to an Observer,
or other Official, renders that rider liable to disciplinary action.
Where the organiser issues the Observer with a Yellow Card, any rider
who is shown the "Yellow Card by an Observer is liable to disqualification
by the Clerk of the Course.
TSR37 Youth Awards
Cash awards and gift vouchers are not permitted for Youth classes.
TSR38 Joint Adult/Youth Events
Youth classes may be included in adult events, but they must ride
within the AGE GROUPS AND ENGINE CAPACITY CLASSES in the Regulations.
Youth and Adult classes must compete for separate awards. These Regulations
shall apply to all youths taking part in such competitions.
TSR39 Time and Observation Rules for
Youth Trials
1. Qualified First Aid Personnel with equipment and transport must
be in attendance.
2. The course must be marked in such a manner that excludes sharp
corners and blind bends wherever possible.
3. Travelling Marshals will be provided to give at least one per two
miles of course.
4. The Regulations must include the note "This Event is not recommended
for Novice Riders".
5. The general public are to be discouraged from entering the area
of the course.
6. The C and D Classes are only allowed to participate after prior
approval of the Trials and Enduro Committee.
7. A Steward appointed either from ACU Headquarters or from the Local
Centre should be in attendance.
TSR40 Compliance with Regulations
Every rider, by entering or being nominated, thereby acknowledges
that he is bound by the National Sporting Code of the ACU and these
Standing Regulations together with any Supplementary Regulations and
Final Instructions to be hereafter issued, to all of which he undertakes
to submit and moreover renounces any right to have recourse to any
arbitration or tribunal not provided for in the said Rules and Regulations.
TSR41 Protests
See Appendix B of the ACU Handbook which you will get with your membership.
Protests must be submitted within 30 minutes of the announcement of
results provided the results are displayed within 30 minutes of the
last rider finishing. This must be announced in the Supplementary
Regulations or the Championship Regulations.
TSR42 Interpretation
The interpretation of these Standing Regulations and the Supplementary
Regulations or Instructions to rider will rest entirely with the Stewards
of the Meeting whose decision shall be final and binding except as
provided in the National Sporting Code.
TSR43 Power Washers
It is prohibited to use power washers, unless the organisers offer
suitable facilities which comply with the ACU Environmental Code.
TSR44 Fire Extinguishers
There shall be at least one fire extinguisher at the start of each
event and at any subsequent designated refuelling areas. (Mobile phones
must not be used in designated refuelling areas).
BRITISH/ACU SIDECAR TRIALS CHAMPIONSHIP
These Championship Regulations to apply in addition to the National
Sporting Code, Standing Regulations for Trials and the Supplementary
Regulations for each event.
Championship points will be awarded to competitors of any Nationality.
The title “British Sidecar Trials Champion” will be awarded
to the competitor with the most points who holds British Citizenship.
If the competitor with the most points is not a British Citizen, they
will be awarded the title of “British Open Sidecar Trials Champion”.
This principle will apply throughout the Championship classes.
1 Title of Event. All Supplementary Regulations and programmes must
include the words "A round of the BRITISH/ACU SIDECAR TRIALS
CHAMPIONSHIP".
2 Series Sponsor. Where there is a Series Sponsor who provides bibs/riding
numbers, these must be used by the rider without alteration or the
obscuring of Sponsors' logo
3 Qualifying meetings. The list of events will be found in the current
ACU Fixture List.
4 5 Classes. Class A - British Championship. Class B - Intermediate
Championship. Class C - Clubmans Championship. Class D - Newcomer.
5 Eligibility. To be eligible for Clubman Championship points riders
must not have won the ACU Clubmans Championship in the previous year.
Championship class riders may downgrade at the discretion of the Trials
and Enduro Committee. Riders not eligible for points (as detailed
above) may compete on a no points basis.
A newcomer is classified as a rider who has never competed in the
British/ACU Clubmans Trials Championship on any class of sidecar machine
prior to the current year. The Intermediate Class will ride a 50/50
combination of Championship and Clubmans sections as determined and
identified by the Clerk of the Course.
6 Starting Order. The organisers shall determine the starting order
by ballot. Group A will comprise of the British Sidecar Championship
riders.
Group B will comprise of Classes B, C & D. The riders from Group
D will start first followed by the riders from Group C, then Group
B and finally riders from Group A.
7 Starting Intervals. All riders must start at one minute intervals.
8 Method of Marking. The Championship will be held under TSR22B -
Non Stop.
9 Time. A time restraint must be applied to part of or all of the
Trial. It shall be in the form of an individual Time Allowance for
each rider and the details given in the Supplementary Regulations
or Final Instructions.
A rider's Time Allowance shall commence from the actual time the rider
starts. The location of the final Time Control should, wherever possible,
be situated so that riders do not have to travel on the public highway
between the last Section and the Control. Riders will be penalised
1 mark per minute up to a maximum of 20 for late starting, or arriving
late at any subsequent Time control and thereafter excluded.
10 Championship Points. Championship points may only be awarded to
British Citizens and the Championship titles may only be held by British
Citizens. Championship points will be awarded for each class at each
event on the following scale: -
1st............. 20 points
2nd............ 17 points
3rd............. 15 points
4th..............13 points
5th..............11 points
6th..............10 points
7th................9 points
8th................8 points
9th................7 points
10th..............6 points
11th..............5 points
12th..............4 points
13th..............3 points
14th..............2 points
15th..............1 point
Ties - if a tie cannot be resolved in accordance with TSR25 those
involved in the tie will be allocated the points of the highest place
for which the tie exists.
11 Protests. Protests in this Championship must be submitted within
30 minutes of the announcement of results provided the results are
displayed within 30 minutes of the last rider finishing.
12 Final Assessment. At the conclusion of the Series, the points for
each rider's performance in all rounds held less one will be added
together and the rider with the highest number of points to his credit
will be awarded the relevant Championship title.
If a tie occurs on the total number of points gained it will be resolved
as follows: -
a) In favour of the rider with the greatest number of wins.
b) If not resolved then the greatest number of second places and so
on down to fifteenth place.
c) If not then resolved, by the rider with the best performance in
the final event, etc.
13 Course. The course shall be a simple loop type of one or two laps
with a total overall distance of approximately 15-30 miles.
14 Observed Sections. The sections should be of a natural terrain
i.e. no man-made artificial hazards. Sections for the Masters Class
will be determined by the Clerk of the Course and identified accordingly.
15 Awards. The Organisers shall supply a minimum of one award to the
first eligible finisher in each class in the event. The overall winners
of the series will receive a perpetual award which will be presented
together with an ACU gold medal at the annual ACU Awards Presentation.
16 Jurisdiction. IN GRANTING A PERMIT TO "PROMOTE" THE TRIALS
AND ENDURO COMMITTEE DOES NOT ABROGATE ITS OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES AND MAY IN ITS ABSOLUTE DISCRETION, WITHHOLD
POINTS FOR ALL OR PART OF A "ROUND" INTRODUCING A REPLACEMENT
EVENT AT A LATER DATE IF SEEN FIT.
ACU NOVOGAR NATIONAL TRIALS CHAMPIONSHIP
These Championship Regulations to apply in addition to the National
Sporting Code, Standing Regulations for Trials and the Supplementary
Regulations for each event.
Championship points will be awarded to competitors of any Nationality.
The title “ACU Novogar Trials Champion” will be awarded
to the competitor with the most points who holds British Citizenship.
If the competitor with the most points is not a British Citizen, they
will be awarded the title “ACU Open Novogar Trials Champion”.
This principle will apply throughout the Championship classes.
1 Title of Event. All Supplementary Regulations and Programmes must
include the words - "incorporating the ACU Novogar National Trials
Championship". Where possible the sponsors logo provided must
be used.
2 Series Sponsor. Where there is a Series Sponsor who provides bibs/riding
numbers, these must be used by the rider without alteration or the
obscuring of Sponsors' logo
3 Qualifying Meetings. The list of events may be found in the current
ACU Fixture List.
4 Eligibility. To be eligible for Championship points, the riders
must not, in the previous three calendar years, have finished either
in the top ten places in the final standings of the British Solo Trials
Championship, or won the British Solo Expert Championship, or have
won the Novogar Championship more than once in the previous 5 years.
Exceptions may be made at the discretion of the Trials and Enduro
Committee. Riders not eligible for points (as detailed above), may
compete on a no points basis. Priority of entry at the closing date
to be given to point scorers from the current series. To be eligible
for the 125cc Championship award the rider must not be over 21 years
of age on the 1st January of the year of the Championship.
To be eligible for the over 40 Championship the rider must be over
40 years of age on the 1st January of the year of the Championship.
5 Starting Intervals. All riders must start individually at One Minute
Intervals.
6 Time. A time restraint must be applied to part of or all of the
Trial. It shall be in the form of an individual Time Allowance for
each rider and the details given in the Supplementary Regulations
or Final Instructions.
A rider's Time Allowance shall commence from the actual time the rider
starts. The location of the final Time Control should, wherever possible,
be situated so that riders do not have to travel on the public highway
between the last Section and the Control. Riders will be penalised
1 mark per minute up to a maximum of 20 for late starting, or arriving
late at any subsequent Time control and thereafter excluded.
7 Championship Points. Championship points for each class will be
awarded to the top 15 eligible finishers in each round on the following
scale: -
1st............. 20 points
2nd............ 17 points
3rd............. 15 points
4th..............13 points
5th..............11 points
6th..............10 points
7th................9 points
8th................8 points
9th................7 points
10th..............6 points
11th..............5 points
12th..............4 points
13th..............3 points
14th..............2 points
15th..............1 point
Ties will be resolved in accordance with TSR 25. In addition a Special
Test may be included.
8 Final Assessment. At the conclusion of the Series, the points for
each rider's best results from all rounds held less one, will be added
together and the rider with the highest number of points to his credit
will be awarded the relevant Championship title. If a tie occurs on
the total number of points gained it will be resolved as follows:
-
a) In favour of the rider with the greatest number of wins.
b) If not resolved then the greatest number of second places and so
on down to fifteenth place.
c) If not then resolved, by the rider with the best performance in
the final event, etc.
9 Awards. The organisers shall supply a minimum of three awards to
the first three eligible finishers in the event, plus an award for
the best 125cc award winner and an award for the best over 40 years
award winner. The overall winner of the Series will receive a perpetual
award which will be presented, together with an ACU gold medal, at
the annual ACU Awards Presentation.
10 Special Notes. Entry Form/Programme. Provision must be made for
the declaration of eligibility for this Championship on the entry
form and the programme must indicate which riders are eligible to
compete.
11 Protests. Protests in this Championship must be submitted within
30 minutes of the announcement of results provided the results are
displayed within 30 minutes of the last rider finishing.
12 Course. Whilst this is a National Trial, the course must be laid
out to a standard suitable for Clubman type riders - only one route
through each section may be used and the same sections must be ridden
by all solo competitors. The course shall be a simple loop type of
no more than 2 laps with a total overall distance of between 18 and
36 miles.
13 Method of Marking. The Championship will be held under TSR22A.
14 Jurisdiction. IN GRANTING A PERMIT TO "PROMOTE" THE COMMITTEE
DOES NOT ABROGATE ITS OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP
SERIES AND MAY IN ITS ABSOLUTE DISCRETION, WITHHOLD POINTS FOR ALL
OR PART OF A "ROUND" INTRODUCING A REPLACEMENT EVENT AT
A LATER DATE IF SEEN FIT.
ACU TRADITIONAL TRIALS CHAMPIONSHIP
A series of Trials with classes catering for riders on Pre 75 Twinshock,
Air cooled Monos and older riders on current machines.
These Championship Regulations to apply in addition to the National
Sporting Code, Standing Regulations for Trials and the Supplementary
Regulations for each event.
Championship points will be awarded to competitors of any Nationality.
The title “ACU Traditional Trials Champion” will be awarded
to the competitor with the most points who holds British Citizenship.
If a competitor with the most points is not a British Citizen they
will be awarded the title “ACU Open Traditional Trials Champion”.
This principle will apply throughout the Championship classes.
1 Title of Event. All Supplementary Regulations and Programmes must
include the words "A round of the ACU Classic Trials Series"
in the heading and reference to the sponsor, if any, is to be made
at the beginning of the regulations.
2 Series Sponsor. Where there is a Series Sponsor who provides bibs/riding
numbers, these must be used by the rider without alteration or the
obscuring of Sponsors' logo
3 Qualifying Meetings. The list of events may be found in the current
ACU Fixture List.
4 Eligibility. All riders must be current ACU Affiliated Members or
hold an SACU licence. Priority of entry at the closing date will be
given to Championship points scorers from the current series and the
previous year subject to completed entry forms being received by that
date.
5 Classes.
CLASS A - All major machine components including frame, forks, hubs,
engines and gearboxes, to be a silhouette of the original British
manufactured parts which were available before 1975.
CLASS B - Machines with Twinshock rear suspension as fitted at the
time of manufacture and fitted with drum brakes, not included in Class
A.
CLASS C - Machines with a Monoshock rear suspension and an air cooled
engine.
CLASS D - Machines not included in classes A, B, and C but ridden
by a competitor over 40 years of age.
CLASS E - Machines not included in classes A, B, C and D but ridden
by a competitor over 50 years of age.
CLASS F – Machines not included in A, B, C, D and E, but ridden
by a competitor over 60 years old.
All riders in the same class must ride the same route.
An additional Non-Championship class may be added at the organisers
discretion. However priority must be given to Championship entrants
if the number of entries is limited.
6 Course. The course shall be of a simple loop type, of no more than
2 laps, with a total overall distance of between 15 and 30 miles.
7 Observed Sections. The sections shall be of natural terrain, i.e.
no man made materials shall be used, and should be suitable for all
classes. However, up to 50% of sections may be over a dual route with
easier sections for classes A, E & F. If the event is included
within the British Sidecar Championship Series, then Classes A, E
& F should compete using these sections and an alternative route
for Classes B, C & D should then be provided. Riders in classes
B, C, & D may enter to ride the easier route on a no award, no
points basis.
8 Marking. Marking will be to TSR22B No stop permitted.
9 Starting Intervals. All riders must start at one minute intervals.
10 Time. A time restraint must be applied to part of or all of the
Trial. It shall be in the form of an individual Time Allowance for
each rider and the details given in the Supplementary Regulations
or Final Instructions.
A rider's Time Allowance shall commence from the actual time the rider
starts. The location of the final Time Control should, wherever possible,
be situated so that riders do not have to travel on the public highway
between the last Section and the Control. Riders will be penalised
1 mark per minute up to a maximum of 20 for late starting, or arriving
late at any subsequent Time control and thereafter excluded.
11 Championship Points. Championship points will be awarded to the
top 15 eligible finishers in each class at each round on the following
scale: -
1st............. 20 points
2nd............ 17 points
3rd............. 15 points
4th..............13 points
5th..............11 points
6th..............10 points
7th................9 points
8th................8 points
9th................7 points
10th..............6 points
11th..............5 points
12th..............4 points
13th..............3 points
14th..............2 points
15th..............1 point
Ties will be resolved in accordance with TSR 25. In addition a Special
Test may be included.
12 Final Assessment. At the conclusion of the Series, the points for
each rider's best results from all rounds held less one, will be added
together and the rider with the highest number of points to his credit
will be awarded the relevant Championship title. If a tie occurs on
the total number of points gained it will be resolved as follows:
-
a) In favour of the rider with the greatest number of wins.
b) If not resolved then the greatest number of second places and so
on down to fifteenth place.
c) If not then resolved, by the rider with the best performance in
the final event, etc.
13 Protests. Protests in this Championship must be submitted within
30 minutes of the announcement of results, provided the results are
displayed within 30 minutes of the last rider finishing.
14 Awards. The organisers shall supply a minimum of one award to the
first eligible finisher in each class in the event. The overall winner
of the Series will receive a perpetual award which will be presented,
together with an ACU gold medal, at the annual ACU Awards Presentation.
15 Jurisdiction. IN GRANTING A PERMIT TO "PROMOTE" THE COMMITTEE
DOES NOT ABROGATE ITS OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP
SERIES AND MAY IN ITS ABSOLUTE DISCRETION, WITHHOLD POINTS FOR ALL
OR PART OF A "ROUND" INTRODUCING A REPLACEMENT EVENT AT
A LATER DATE IF SEEN FIT.
THE ACU SAMMY MILLER PRODUCTS TRIAL CHAMPIONSHIP
These Championship Regulations to apply in addition to the National
Sporting Code Standing Relegations for Trials and the Supplementary
Regulations for each event.
Championship points will be awarded to competitors of any Nationality.
The title “ACU Sammy Miller Products Trials Champion”
will be awarded to the competitor with the most points who holds British
Citizenship. If the competitor with the most points is not a British
Citizen they will be awarded the title “ACU Open Sammy Miller
Products Trials Champion”. This principle will apply throughout
the Championship classes.
1 Title of Event. All Supplementary Regulations and Programmes must
include the words "A Round of The Sammy Miller British Trials
Bike Championship".
2 Series Sponsor. Where there is a Series Sponsor who provides bibs/riding
numbers, these must be used by the rider without alteration or the
obscuring of Sponsors' logo.
3 Qualifying Meetings. The list of events may be found in the current
ACU Fixture List.
4 Eligibility. Open to all riders of machines in the following classes:
Class 1 - Pre-Unit Rigids (easy route) Manufactured prior to 31.12.64
Class 2 - Pre-Unit Springer Manufactured prior to 31.12.64
Class 3 - 2 stroke Manufactured prior to 31.12.69
Class 4 - Unit Construction 4 strokes Manufactured prior to 31.12.69
Class 5 - Pre Unit Sidecar (easy route) Manufactured prior to 31.12.64
Class 6 - Unit Sidecar (easy route) Manufactured prior to 31.12.69
To be eligible machines in classes 1-6 must also have been manufactured
in Britain.
Class 7 - Twinshock Sidecars (easy route)
Class 8 - Twinshocks fitted with Twinshock rear suspension as fitted
at the time of manufacture and fitted with drum brakes
Non Championship Support Classes
Class 9 - Trail Bikes - Hard Route
Class 10 - Easy Route - Open to Classes 2,3,4,8, and 9 for Competitors
who wish for a less competitive ride.
All major components including frame, forks, hubs, engines and gearboxes,
to be a silhouette of the original British manufactured parts, which
were available before the date of eligibility for the class concerned.
Carburettors for all classes 1 to 6 must be of British Manufacture.
Any machine that does not comply must enter class 8 Twinshocks or
Non Championship class 10. Trail machines must have working lights.
5 Course. The course should be between 30 and 50 miles in length and
include 25 to 35 sub-sections suited to the type of machine and rider
entered. It is recommended that steep drops and tight turns are avoided.
Alternative easier route sections should be used for classes 1, 5,
6, 7 & 10. Suitable off-road events of a shorter length may be
allowed at the discretion of the Trials and Enduro Committee.
6 Method of Marking. As per TSR22B Non-Stop.
7 Championship Points. Championship points may only be awarded to
British Citizens. Championship points will be awarded to the top 15
eligible finishers in each class at each round on the following scale:
-
1st............. 20 points
2nd............ 17 points
3rd............. 15 points
4th..............13 points
5th..............11 points
6th..............10 points
7th................9 points
8th................8 points
9th................7 points
10th..............6 points
11th..............5 points
12th..............4 points
13th..............3 points
14th..............2 points
15th..............1 point
Ties will be resolved in accordance with TSR 25. In addition a Special
Test may be included.
8 Final Assessment. At the conclusion of the Series, the points for
each rider's results from all rounds held less one will be added together
and the rider with the highest number of points to his credit will
be awarded the relevant Championship title.
If a tie occurs on the total number of points gained it will be resolved
as follows: -
a) In favour of the rider with the greatest number of wins.
b) If not resolved then the greatest number of second places and so
on down to fifteenth place.
c) If not then resolved, by the rider with the best performance in
the final event, etc.
9 Protests. Protests in this Championship must be submitted within
30 minutes of the announcement of results, provided the results are
displayed within 30 minutes of the last rider finishing.
10 Jurisdiction. IN GRANTING A PERMIT TO "PROMOTE" THE COMMITTEE
DOES NOT ABROGATE ITS OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP
SERIES AND MAY IN ITS ABSOLUTE DISCRETION, WITHHOLD POINTS FOR ALL
OR PART OF A "ROUND" INTRODUCING A REPLACEMENT EVENT AT
A LATER DATE IF SEEN FIT.
BRITISH SOLO YOUTH TRIALS CHAMPIONSHIP
These Championship Regulations to apply in addition to the National
Sporting Code, Standing Regulations for Trials and the Supplementary
Regulations for each event.
Championship points will be awarded to competitors of any Nationality.
The title “British Solo Youth Trials Champion” will be
awarded to the competitor with the most points who holds British Citizenship.
If the competitor with the most points is not a British Citizen they
will be awarded the title “British Open Solo Youth Trials Champion”.
This principle will apply throughout the Championship classes.
1 Qualifying Meetings. The list of events for A & B, C & D
may be found in the current ACU Fixture List.
2 Series Sponsor. Where there is a Series Sponsor who provides bibs/riding
numbers, these must be used by the rider without alteration or the
obscuring of Sponsors' logo.
3 Eligibility. Open to all youth riders as defined under TSR1.
4 Classes. There will be Classes for the following:
1. A Class up to 125cc
2. B Class up to 125cc
3. C Class up to 80cc
4. D Class
a) Small wheel - Max 50cc Mono or 80cc Twinshock (fitted as original
equipment) Wheel size - Max 16" Front 14" Rear
b) Medium Wheel - Max 50cc Mono or 80cc Twinshock (fitted as original
equipment) Wheel size - Max 19" Front 17" Rear
Awards subject to entry.
5 Starting Order. The riders will have their starting order determined
by ballot.
6 Starting Intervals. All riders must start at One Minute Intervals.
Championship Points. A rider can only gain Championship points from
one class in one year.
1st............. 20 points
2nd............ 17 points
3rd............. 15 points
4th..............13 points
5th..............11 points
6th..............10 points
7th................9 points
8th................8 points
9th................7 points
10th..............6 points
11th..............5 points
12th..............4 points
13th..............3 points
14th..............2 points
15th..............1 point
Ties will be resolved in accordance with TSR 25. In addition a Special
Test may be included.
8 Protests. Protests in this Championship must be submitted within
30 minutes of the announcement of results, provided the results are
displayed within 30 minutes of the last rider finishing.
9 Final Assessment. At the conclusion of the series, the points for
each rider's performance from all rounds held less one will be added
together and the rider with the highest number of points to his credit
will be the winner.
Ties -if a tie occurs on the total number of points gained it will
be resolved as follows
a) In favour of the rider with the greatest number of wins in all
rounds.
b) If not resolved then the greatest number of second places and so
on down to 15th place in all rounds.
c) If not then resolved, by the rider with the best performance in
the final event etc.
10 Observed Sections. Each observed section or subsection must be
attempted in the order in which they are numbered, except where a
class is instructed to start other than at Section 1, they must still
attempt the sections consecutively. The sections should be of natural
terrain, i.e. no man-made hazards and consecutively numbered.
11 Method of Marking. As per TSR22A.
12 Assistants. At the discretion of the organisers, each rider may
register one assistant to accompany them on the course and carry tools,
provided he is not riding a machine. The assistant must be a minimum
age of 18 yrs. The rider and the assistant must sign a declaration
that the rider is responsible for all the actions of the assistant.
The assistant will only be allowed into the boundaries of a section
if their rider is in that section and if specifically invited by an
official. The assistant must wear identification supplied by the organiser.
In the case of an injury, a substitute assistant may be registered.
The rider may receive assistance to repair their machine anywhere
on the course. The rider's machine must travel the whole distance
of the course under its own power or the exertion of the rider. Each
assistant must complete and sign an entry form.
13 Course. The number of laps and approximate length of lap must be
stated in the Supplementary Regulations.
14 Condition. Sponsors: Bibs if supplied by a Championship Sponsor
must be worn by the Competitors throughout the event. Programme covers
if supplied by a Championship Sponsor must be used for official programmes.
15 Jurisdiction. IN GRANTING A PERMIT TO 'PROMOTE' THE COMMITTEE DOES
NOT ABROGATE ITS OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES
AND MAY IN ITS ABSOLUTE DISCRETION, WITHHOLD POINTS FOR ALL OR PART
OF A 'ROUND' INTRODUCING A REPLACEMENT EVENT AT A LATER DATE IF SEEN
FIT.
BRITISH WOMENS & GIRLS TRIALS CHAMPIONSHIPS
These Championship Regulations to apply in addition to the National
Sporting Code, Standing Regulations for Trials and the Supplementary
Regulations for each event.
Championship points will be awarded to competitors of any Nationality.
The title “British Womens / Girls Trials Champion” will
be awarded to the competitor with the most points who holds British
Citizenship. If the competitor with the most points is not a British
Citizen they will be awarded the title “British Womens / Girls
Open Trials Champion”. This principle will apply throughout
the Championship classes.
1 Title of Event. All Supplementary Regulations and Programmes must
include the words - "incorporating the British Womens & Girls
Trials Championships".
2 Series Sponsor. Where there is a Series Sponsor and the Organiser
provides bibs/riding numbers, these must be used by the rider without
alteration or the obscuring of Sponsors' logo.
3 Qualifying Meetings. The list of events may be found in the current
ACU Fixture List.
4 Eligibility. All riders in the Championship classes must be of the
female gender. Classes for girls are as defined under youth riders
in TSR1.3
5 Classes.
Womens Championship
Womens Intermediate Championship
Girls A Championship
Girls B Championship
Girls C Championship
At the end of the Series an award will be presented to winners of
each of the above Championship Classes.
An additional supplementary class of either Novices, Twinshocks, Pre-65,
Sidecar, or Youth, open to competitors of either sex, may be included.
This additional class to be limited to a maximum of 25 riders.
6 Starting. Starting intervals shall be at intervals of 1 minute.
7 Time Allowed. There will be an overall individual time allowance
for the Trial. The Final Time Control must be located immediately
after the final section. The rider is obliged to go directly from
the Final Control to the Results Recorder. Any rider who delays the
publication of a result will be reported to the Stewards of the Meeting
for disciplinary action.
8 Method of Marking. The Championship will be held under TSR22A.
9 Course. The course will be entirely on private land and will consist
of a minimum of ten sections. There will be 3 routes as follows:
Route 1 - For Womens Championship Class and Youth A Championship Class.
Route 2 - For Womens Intermediate Championship Class and Youth B Championship
Class.
Route 3 - For Youth C Championship Class and Womens and Youth Newcomers.
All routes to be clearly distinguished with appropriate marking.
10 Assistants. At the discretion of the organisers, each rider may
register one assistant to accompany them on the course and carry tools,
provided he is not riding a machine. The assistant must be a minimum
age of 18 years. The rider and the assistant must sign a declaration
that the rider is responsible for all the actions of the assistant.
The assistant will only be allowed into the boundaries of a section
if their rider is in that section and if specifically invited by an
official. The Assistant must wear identification supplied by the organiser.
In the case of an injury, a substitute assistant may be registered.
The rider may receive assistance to repair their machine anywhere
on the course. The rider's machine must travel the whole distance
of the course under its own power or the exertion of the rider. Each
assistant must complete and sign an entry form.
11 Championship Points. Championship points will be awarded to each
Championship Class at each event on the following scale for each class:
1st............. 20 points
2nd............ 17 points
3rd............. 15 points
4th..............13 points
5th..............11 points
6th..............10 points
7th................9 points
8th................8 points
9th................7 points
10th..............6 points
11th..............5 points
12th..............4 points
13th..............3 points
14th..............2 points
15th..............1 point
Ties will be resolved in accordance with TSR 25. In addition a Special
Test may be included.
12 Protests. Protests in this Championship must be submitted within
30 minutes of the announcement of results provided the results are
displayed within 30 minutes of the last rider finishing.
13 Final Assessment. At the conclusion of the series, the points for
each rider's performance from all rounds held less one will be added
together and the rider with the highest number of points to his credit
will be awarded the relevant Championship title.
Ties -if a tie occurs on the total number of points gained it will
be resolved as follows
a) In favour of the rider with the greatest number of wins in all
rounds.
b) If not resolved then the greatest number of second places and so
on down to 15th place in all rounds.
c) If not then resolved, by the rider with the best performance in
the final event etc.
14. Jurisdiction. IN GRANTING A PERMIT TO 'PROMOTE' THE COMMITTEE
DOES NOT ABROGATE ITS OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP
SERIES AND MAY IN ITS ABSOLUTE DISCRETION, WITHHOLD POINTS FOR ALL
OR PART OF A 'ROUND' INTRODUCING A REPLACEMENT EVENT AT A LATER DATE
IF SEEN FIT. THE ACU TRAIL BIKE CHAMPIONSHIP
These Championship Regulations to apply in addition to the National
Sporting Code, Standing Regulations for Trials and the Supplementary
Regulations for each event.
Championship points will be awarded to competitors of any Nationality.
The title “ACU Trail Bike Champion” will be awarded to
the competitor with the most points who holds British Citizenship.
If the competitor with the most number of points is not a British
Citizen they will be awarded the title “ACU Open Trail Bike
Champion”. This principle will apply throughout the Championship
classes.
1 Title Of Event. All Supplementary Regulations and programmes must
include the words “ A round of the ACU Trail Bike Championship”
and the name of any official series sponsor.
2 Qualifying Meetings. The list of events may be found in the current
ACU Fixture List.
3 Eligibility. Open to machines that were classified by the Manufacturer
as Trail Bikes with working lights and pillion seats. Converted Trial
Bikes will be excluded from this Class. The organiser, in conjunction
with the Trials & Enduro Committee, reserves the right to place
machines regarded as ineligible in the appropriate Class, and the
rider will therefore not qualify for Championship points.
4 Course. It is recommended that the course should be between 25 and
75 miles in length and include 25 to 40 sub-sections suited to the
type of machine and rider entered. It is recommended that tight turns
and steep drops be avoided. Organisers have the option to offer a
dual route on a maximum of 6 sections. The harder route would cater
for the Championship Class and the easier route for all other classes,
with the dual routes being clearly marked. A rider shall be given
the opportunity to inspect a section before riding it.
5 Method of Marking. As per TSR22B Non Stop.
6 Championship Points. Championship points may only be awarded to
British Citizens. Championship points will be awarded to the top 15
eligible finishers at each round on the following scale: -
1st............. 20 points
2nd............ 17 points
3rd............. 15 points
4th..............13 points
5th..............11 points
6th..............10 points
7th................9 points
8th................8 points
9th................7 points
10th..............6 points
11th..............5 points
12th..............4 points
13th..............3 points
14th..............2 points
15th..............1 point
Ties will be resolved in accordance with TSR 25. In addition a Special
Test may be included.
7 Final Assessment. At the conclusion of the Series, the points for
each rider’s results from all rounds held less one, will be
added together and the rider with the highest number of points to
his credit will be awarded the relevant championship title.
If a tie occurs on the total number of points gained it will be resolved
as follows: -
(a) In favour of the rider with the greatest number of wins.
(b) If not resolved then the greatest number of second places and
so on down to fifteenth place.
(c) If not then resolved, by the rider with the best performance in
the final event etc.
8 Protests. In this Championship must be submitted within 30 minutes
of the announcement of results provided the results are displayed
within 30 minutes of the last rider finishing
9 Awards. The organisers shall supply a minimum of one award to the
first eligible finisher in each class in the event. The overall winner
of the Series will receive a perpetual award, which will be presented,
together with an ACU gold medal, at the annual ACU Awards Presentation.
10 Jurisdiction. IN GRANTING A PERMIT TO "PROMOTE" THE COMMITTEE
DOES NOT ABROGATE IT'S OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP
SERIES AND MAY, AT IT'S ABSOLUTE DISCRETION, WITHHOLD POINTS FOR ALL
OR PART OF A "ROUND" INTRODUCING A REPLACEMENT EVENT AT
A LATER DATE IF SEEN FIT.
TRIALS OFFICIALS
Qualifications and Conditions
Officials are divided into two categories: Those that are Licensed
and those that are Registered.
No Fees are payable in respect of any Licences or Registration or
for the appropriate form of identification issued.
LICENCES: Senior Officials are required to hold an
ACU Licence of the appropriate Grade for the performance of their
duties.
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See Note Below |
Licence Required |
Attendance atSeminar/Training
Session |
Clerk of the Course |
1 |
Yes |
3 YEARS Every Third Year maximum |
Chief Steward |
2 |
Yes |
3 YEARS Every Third Year maximum |
Secretary of the Meeting |
2 |
No |
Will receive Training at meetings and
if required at Regional or
ACU HQ Seminars. |
Club Stewards |
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No |
May attend Regional or ACU HQ Seminars
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Clubs and Centres shall only nominate candidates whose aptitude and
integrity for the position they can fully justify. Official ACU approval
and the issue of a Licence is only after the candidates have proved
to be competent according to the special requirements for each discipline.
The respective Committees and Panels organise Seminars that are compulsory
for certain Officials. A Licence is valid for 3 years.
Note 1 Clerk of the Course
GRADES
Regional must attend a seminar organised by a Centre/Region.
National must attend a National seminar organised by the Trials &
Enduro Committee and must also comply with specific criteria.
Note 2 Steward
GRADES
Regional will be appointed by the Centre as the Permit issuing authority
as required.
National will be appointed by the Trials & Enduro Committee as
the Permit issuing authority and must also comply with specific criteria.
LICENCE FEES: ALL LICENCES WILL BE ISSUED, FREE OF
CHARGE, FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS.
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