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Many new riders and parents that are ready to make the move
from recreational rider to racer have a lot of questions regarding CMRC
sanctioned races. Following are the answers to frequently asked questions that
will make your transition to a CMRC motocross racer much easier.
How do I join the CMRC?
There are two methods of joining CMRC. (1) Acquire the
current year's license application from the CMRC website (www.cmrcracing.com),
CMRC regional director or from the CMRC Head Office (P.O. Box 1466, Stouffville,
Ontario L4A 8A3 - tel. (905) 642-5607 fax (905) 640-4841 or email:
info@cmrcracing.com. Fill out the
application in full making sure to neatly fill in all mailing information,
requested racing numbers, and class. Be sure to sign the waiver on the reverse
side (applicants under 18 require a Parent or Legal Guardian to sign the Minor
Waiver). Mail the application along with a $120 cheque or money order (no cash)
to the CMRC Head Office in Stouffville (a $30 Accidental Death & Dismemberment
policy is included in the price). Once the application has been received, CMRC
will process it and return by mail your racing license, CMRC rulebook, CMRC
stickers, and the respective regional schedule. All CMRC members receive the
bi-monthly magazine "MX Performance" included in the $120 annual fee. 2) Join at
the nearest CMRC sanctioned race (for regional schedules see the "Schedule"
section on CMRC's website). If you choose this option, you will be able to race
that day, but will have to compete with a temporary number. Members under 18
require a Parent or Legal Guardian to sign the Minor Waiver before being
permitted to race. The region will then forward your application to CMRC's Head
Office.
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How do I get a racing number?
CMRC does not reserve numbers. Instead, numbers are
assigned once the license application is received. On the application you
will find 5 spaces for requested numbers. Indicate the number(s) requested
and the number will be assigned if available. If all of your requested
numbers are taken, efforts are then made to find the closest number to your
request. Numbers are not assigned at the track. You can call CMRC's head
office to inquire if a number is available, but it won't be reserved nor
assigned until the application is received.
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How do you assign numbers?
There are four groups of numbers that are
utilized for assigning numbers. They are: 50cc, 60cc, 80cc 7 to 11
80cc 12 to 16, Beginner, Junior Intermediate, Pro ATV
If the number in any class in your group has
been assigned, it no longer is available even if the assignee does
not compete in your class.
Amateur numbers range from 11 to 999 in each
group. Pro class numbers are assigned from 1-50 determined by the
final standings of the national championships. An Intermediate rider
can have a number from 11-50 providing there is no Pro in that
region that has that nationally assigned number.
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What equipment requirements are there to start racing?
The minimum equipment requirements to begin racing are a
DOT approved helmet or better, goggles, long sleeve jersey, gloves, long
pants, and boots with ankle protection. CMRC recommends that proper
motocross equipment be acquired if you decide to compete on a regular basis.
These pieces of equipment include DOT approved helmet or better, goggles,
motocross jersey with elbow and shoulder padding, front and back chest
protector, motocross gloves with finger padding, kidney belt, motocross
pants with hip and knee pads, and motocross boots with ankle protection.
Knee braces are optional but are highly recommended for riders that have
knee problems or for taking preventative measures.
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How much will it cost when I go to a race?
The first cost you will incur is gate admission. The fees range from $3 to $10
per person, depending on their age (gate fees range from region to region).
Each person with you is required to pay gate admission. Your next cost is
entry fee. Fees do vary in each region, but traditionally entry fee is
$15-$25 for 50/60 classes, $25 to enter all other classes, and $20-$25 for
any additional class you may enter (prices vary in each region). You are
allowed to enter a maximum of three classes per day. If there is a
"doubleheader", meaning two races on a weekend on the same track, you will
be required to pay gate fee and entry fee each separate day as if there were
two separate races, unless otherwise posted.
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What do I do when I get to my first race?
The first suggestion would be to arrive at the track early.
Contact your local promoter or club to find out what time sign-in begins.
Traditionally, registration begins at 7:00am and ends at 9:00am. Go to the
registration area, get an entry form, fill out the required information,
sign the release on the back then take it to sign in. Be sure to have your
current CMRC racing license available to present. If you don't have a
license find the appropriate form, fill in out in complete, sign the waivers
and take it to sign in along with your entry form. When signing in, present
your forms, pay the appropriate fee for the class(es) you have entered, and
sign the release waiver. You are now in! If you are given a sticker in order
to practice, be sure to put it on the front number plate of your bike or
else you will not be permitted to practice. Be sure to attend rider's
meeting at every event for special instructions pertaining to the track,
explanation of flags, practice order, etc. Once rider's meeting has finished
go directly back to your pit area and prepare to practice. Write down the
practice order when at the rider's meeting to avoid any confusion. Have your
mechanic or friend write down the race order when it has been posted so you
will never be late for your moto. Always listen to announcements. They will
usually keep you updated on the class that is on the track, on the line or
in staging.
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Do I have to race every weekend?
No you do not. You can pick and choose any race or series
in which you wish to compete. If you choose to participate in a series, you
acquire points for each moto you race. The moto results are combined for
your overall finish for the day, with the total points added to your series
points (see the "Results" section of www.cmrcracing.com). If you miss a race
you simply do not acquire series points. All series standings list the rider
that has the most accumulated points then descends to the rider(s) with the
fewest points.
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Where can I practice?
Some CMRC sanctioned tracks hold practice during the week
but most do not. Contact your local track to see if they offer their track
for practice. Contact your local motorcycle dealership. Most dealerships
that are involved in motocross are aware of popular riding areas. Ask new
acquaintances from the local race where they practice. This is the most
popular method where you will find tracks that you never thought existed.
Join the local motorcycle club. There are several motorcycle clubs
throughout the country that hold club practice or races during the week and
on weekends.
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How do I advance from one class to the higher rank?
When you compete in a class where "Upgrade Points" apply,
you earn points by finishing overall in the top four. The points awarded
are: 1st 4 points, 2nd - 3 points, 3rd - 2 points, 4th - 1 point. In order
to advance to the next class you must accumulate the following number of
points:
Beginner to Junior 12 points Junior to Intermediate 18
points Intermediate to Pro 36 points
At the end of a series, you will then be required to
advance to the higher class.
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I am 12 years old and want to race in the 80 class. Which one do I ride
in?
If you have just turned 11 the class to enter is the
80cc - 7 to 11 division. If you turn 12 throughout the season you are
allowed to remain in the 7 to 11 division, however, the day you turn 12 you
have the option to remain in the 7 to 11 class or advance to the 12 to 16
division. Once a decision is made, your decision is final. You cannot
compete in both age divisions. It's one or the other.
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Are the 7 to 11 and 12 to 16 classes the only class I can race
an 80cc bike?
No, you can also compete in the Super Mini class. The Super
Mini class is open to all 60cc and 80cc competitors.
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I am 32 years old. What is the best class for me to race in?
At all CMRC sanctioned motocross races a Veteran class (30
- 39 year olds) is offered. In some regions, it is split even further in to
Vet Junior and Vet Master. If you are just starting, it is recommended to
enter the Vet Junior (or Veteran) class. Here, you race against competitors
that also have to go to work the next day, and tend to ride with a little
more care than younger racers. If you enter a Vet Junior class, your
competitors are within the same age range and have either Beginner or Junior
riding abilities.
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I have a 250cc bike. What classes are available to me?
If you are just starting you would be classified as a
Beginner. With a 250cc bike, you can enter the 250 Beginner and GP Beginner
classes. The GP class is open to all Beginners with the displacement range
100cc to 500cc. If you are 18, you can also compete in the Youth class
(riders 16 to 24 years). If you are 26, you can also compete in the Plus 25
(25 to 29 years) and Youth classes. If you are 41, you can also compete in
the Plus 40 ( 40 years and older) and Veteran classes.
For more details information, please view our online
Rule Book.
Updated: April 17th, 2007
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