Jr Drag Bikes

The Jr Bike classes consist of two age groups.

Designation: "JR" for ages 8-10 / "JS" for ages 11-15
The JR or JS designation followed by a bike number must be posted on the bike. It must be of such that the track timing officials can easily see it. It must be on the bike before the bike is allowed on the track.

E.T.: The JR class is restricted to 1/8 mile, with a 12.90 or slower ET.
The JS class is restricted to 1/8 mile, with an 8.90 or slower ET.

Engine: Any internal combustion, single or twin cylinder engine is allowed. The displacement of the cylinder/s must not exceed 500 cubic centimeters. The engine must have an approved vent system for the crankcase. It may consist of a non-spill breather system or a breather tube/s routed to a catch can. Engines that are leaking fluid will not be allowed on the track. Engines may have limited external modifications such as carburetors, breather and exhaust systems. All engine modifications must be done in a safe craftsman like manner.

Fuels: Gasoline or Methanol only. No other fuels or additives will be allowed.

Belt/Chain Guards: All belts and chains must have guards in place that provide the rider with ample protection. The tech inspector, before each race must approve the chain/belt guards.

Transmissions and clutches: Each bike must have a clutch system that allows the bike to operate at idle speed without stalling. Manually operated or centrifugal clutches are allowed. Manufacture installed or six speed or less transmissions are allowed. Air shifter are not allowed. All drive systems must be safe and constructed in a craftsman like manner. The tech inspector must approve all drive systems.

Brakes: All bikes must have front and rear disk or drum brakes. The brake system must be in good working order. The tech inspector must approve all brake systems.

Suspension: Front fork tubes must maintain a minimum of 20 millimeters with no restriction or minimum travel. Rear suspension not mandatory. Struts allowed.

Controls: Handlebar controls (brake, clutch, throttle and kill switch) must be in good working order and in good mechanical condition. They must be easy to access by the rider. The throttle must have a snap-back return. All controls must meet or exceed OEM equipment standards.

Foot Pegs: A substantial foot peg is required on each side of the bike. They must be in good condition and located so that no part of the riders feet will touch the track while he/she is on the bike in race position.

Frame: Stock production and after market frames are allowed. All frames and frame modifications must be constructed in accordance with good engineering practices and approved by the tech inspector.

Ground Clearance: No part of a bike will be less than 2 inches off the ground. This will be noted while the rider is on the bike and the rear tire no less than 10 pound of air pressure.

Wheel Base: Seventy inch maximum. The size of the bike must conform to the size of the rider.

Wheelie Bars: Wheelie bars are required on all bikes that utilize a hand operated clutch and are highly recommended for all bikes.

Tires: D.O.T. approved tires must have at least 2/32" of tread. Tires manufactured for racing must be in acceptable condition and be consistent with the motorcycle design. They must provide for safe handling of the bike. Knobby tires are prohibited.

Wheels: Stock OEM or aftermarket performance wheels are allowed.

Body: Stock OEM fenders and gas tanks, custom fenders, custom gas tanks, fairing and shells are allowed but must be constructed and mounted in a safe craftsman-like manner.

Seats: Must have either the OEM seat or a seat constructed with a step to keep the rider from sliding backward.

Engine Starting System: Onboard electric, external electric, kick and pull-rope type starters are allowed. No push starts.

Computers: Only data gathering computers allowed.

Lights: All bikes must have a red illuminated taillight.

Kill Switch: Anytime a bike is being operated under power, an emergency kill switch must be tethered to the rider.

Helmets: Snell 95 approved full cover helmets only!!!! Eye protection required.

Protective Clothing: For racing purposes, all riders must wear a leather jacket or leather-riding suit, leather or long pants and chaps, and full finger leather gloves. Ankle-High or above leather shoes/boots required.

Tech Inspection: A tech official, agreed to by the majority of the venue members , must inspect all bikes before they are allowed on the track. Bike, rider, and all riding gear must be presented for tech inspection. The designated tech official is delegated the responsibility of making a ruling/s on any unclear rule/s or equipment. An adult must accompany each rider to the tech station. When a tech inspection is called the rider and his parent/guardian must move to the tech station in a timely manner. No rider will be allowed on the track unless the designated tech inspector has inspected his/her bike.

Rider's Meeting: A rider's meeting will be held at the beginning of each race event. If a race event consist of one more than one day, the meeting will be on the first day of the event. All riders along with a parent/guardian are required to attend the rider's meeting. If you arrive at the track after the meeting, you must meet with the tech official to get information you missed.

General Safety Rules: Riders are permitted to ride their drag bikes, under power, from their pit area to the staging lanes and on the return road back to their pit area. When a rider reaches the staging area he/she must shut off the engine and stay with his/her bike. All riders will be told where the start up area is located. Juniors are strictly forbidden to operate any motorized vehicle while at the track, with the exception on the areas mentioned above. All riders must act in a respectful manner. Any rider caught being disrespectful to another rider to another person or person's property will be breaking a safety rule and will be dealt with accordingly. When a rider is caught breaking any of the general safety rules he/she will be banned from competition for the remainder of the event. This will nullify any points earned for the event. A second infraction will result in a deduction of five points from the competitor's accumulated points. If the competitor, at the time of the infraction has no points, the points will be deducted as he/she acquires them. After a third infraction the competitor will be banned from the competition for the remainder of the season. A record will be kept of all infractions. ALL SAFETY RULES WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED!!!!

Parent's or Guardian's Responsibilities: All the rules listed above are for the purpose of making Junior drag bike racing as safe as possible for all concerned. In order for all the Junior drag racing venue to continue to operate in a safe environment, there must be rules that govern the safety of everyone involved. It is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to monitor the kids who are under there supervision while at the track. It is also the responsibility of the parent/guardian to provide their children with safe, well maintained equipment. It is impossible to foresee every unsafe condition that may occur: therefore, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to do his/her part in making his/her child's racing experience as safe as possible. A parent or guardian of each rider must sign a document stating that they have read and understand all the Junior Drag Bike rules.

All Junior Drag Racing Venue: Let it be known to all concerned, that any one person or organization does not govern the all junior drag racing venue. Any person designated as the tech official or the person helping organize the racers at an event is not responsible for the safety or the actions of any rider except their own. The responsibility of any one child's safety or actions is the sole responsibility of that child's parent or guardian. The junior drag bike rules are a consensus of the majority of all persons associated with the all junior drag racing venue. Let it also be known that while at any given racetrack, the track owner or designated track officials has jurisdiction over the junior drag racing venue.

A copy of this document will be presented to each of the participating track owners or designated track official.