WHERE & WHEN:
Address & Map to each track available on www.timingtech.co.nz
SERIES DATES & HOST CLUBS: - PERMIT NUMBERS: 19577, 19636, 19639, 19929 & 19592 ;
ROUND & HOST CLUB DATE VENUE
Round 1 – Central Otago Motorcycle Club (COMCC) 3rd October 2021 Smalls Road, Moa Creek, Poolburn
Round 2 – Southland Motorcycle Club (SMCC) 17th October 2021 The Sandpit, Pit Road, Otatara, Invercargill
Round 3 – Gore & Districts Motorcycle Club (GDMCC) 31st October 2021 Peter Dales Property, Riversdale
Round 4 – Mosgiel & Districts Motorcycle Club (MDMCC) 14th November 2021 Lee Stream Road, Lee Stream-Outram Road
Round 5 – South Otago Motorcycle Club (SOMCC) 4th December 2021 Riverside Reserve, Balclutha
PERMIT COMCC #19577, SMCC #19636, GDMCC #19639, MDMCC #19629, SOMCC #19592
INDIVIDUAL ENTRY REQUIRED FOR EACH ROUND – PRE ENTRY & PRE PAYMENT REQUIRED (No day entries)
ENTRIES & ENTRY FEES: (All classes require Competitors to have a licence & club membership – One Event Licencing Option)
ROUND FEES – PAYABLE TO THE SOUTHERN SERIES BY CLOSE OF ENTRY FOR EACH ROUND
Mini’s $50.00 per round (includes transponder hire)
Mini Intro $20.00 per round (Not lapscored), for beginners only
All Senior & All Junior classes $70.00 per round (includes transponder hire)
Family discount Deduct $10 off each additional entry (same household), doesn’t apply to Mini Intro
2nd class Deduct $10 off 2nd class entries
Own Transponder Deduct $5 per round
One Event Licence $40 per round + applicable club membership fee (if not already a member of MNZ club)
Entry Options:
Online: www.timingtech.co.nz (entry form page)
No day entries.
Pre enter and pay for each round by close of entry for relevant round (refer next page).
Payment for all rounds to go to: Southern Series Motocross – Westpac account 03-1745-0045283-00
Please ensure you put your Name, Class & Round nbr as a reference with your payment (ie Bobby Brown, MX2, Rnd3)
Competitor entry list will be posted on www.timingtech.co.nz
ENTRIES CLOSE: (NO DAY ENTRIES)
Round 1 entries close 5pm 27th September. Classes for the series will be finalised from Pre-paid entries received by closing date for Round 1. Any competitors that enter in a class that is cancelled or combined due to insufficient entries (less than 8) will be notified after close of entries for Round 1.
Prepayment of entry fee & One Event licences required.
There will be a minimum of 8 entries for a class to run (entries received by 24th September), and a maximum of 40 riders per class (senior, junior) & a maximum of 30 riders per class (mini’s), any additional entries will go on a waiting list.
Mini’s are not permitted to double class at this event.
TRANSPONDERS :
Electronic Lap-scoring will be provided by Timing Tech for all classes, except Mini Intro class which is not lapscored.
Results available on www.timingtech.co.nz
LIVE TIMING:
Available via the Mylaps App pending sufficient coverage at tracks, more information on www.timingtech.co.nz
MNZ LICENCE & CLUB MEMBESHIP REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES:
Riders must hold a current MNZ Licence and must present that licence along with a current club membership at sign in OR apply for a one event licence with entry ($40 includes day host club membership) (minimum age 4yrs & over).
MNZ offer a club licence (covers all MX events except National Event Championship classes) valid 12 months from date of issue for $80 (new members/returning members – haven’t held a licence for 3 years)
Refer to website below for more information:
https://mnz.co.nz/getting-started/your-first-mnz-licence/
One Event Licence: For those only doing their local round
In the absence of holding a MNZ Licence, competitors may apply for a One Event Licence. All riders must adhere to all rules as per the Manual of Motorcycle Sport
(see www.mnz.co.nz) & the supplementary regulations:
Not limited too but including:
Competitor has no medical condition that prevents them from safely participating in this event & has not suffered from concussion or had a head injury in the last three weeks.
Their motorcycle is in a safe operating condition and type suited to this event, (all side stands must be removed).
One Event Licences must be completed in full at sign-in before participating in any part of the event and must be signed by the competitor and if under 18years of age counter signed by a Parent or Guardian.
SIGN IN & RIDERS BRIEFING:
7.00am – 8.00am for all rounds.
Riders briefing @ 8.15 am in your gear.
RACE FORMAT:
The organisers reserve the right to change or alter classes if necessary, & move competitors to another class if considered necessary for safety or competition reasons.
Some classes may be combined or have a split start depending on numbers received.
Should any junior classes be split start then there will be a maximum 40 gate start as per rule 15.21a
Senior/Junior classes 3 rounds of racing.
Mini’s: 5 rounds of racing
Above subject to time allowing at each round.
START:
Senior/Junior Tracks –
Will be a clutch start behind backward falling gates.
Mini’s – A bungy start may be used at some rounds.
BIKE & BACK NUMBERS & SAFETY GEAR:
Correct racing numbers are to be worn on the back of body armour or jersey & on bike as per rule 10.2, 10.3b & 10.3g.
All competitors must have the correct safety gear and protective clothing as per rule 8.1, including Body Armour – commercially available Motorcycle Body Protection (Armour) that must include back protection.
Safety Helmets – as per rules 8.2, 8.2a-8.2n and Helmet details must be shown in the appropriate section in the riders logbook.
Boots as per rule 8.3 & 8.3b.
SENIOR MX3- ELIGIBILITY
The MX3 class is aimed for non-competitive riders riding for fun, riders who only occasionally compete and perhaps just want to do their local round. The organisers reserve the right to move competitors from this class to MX1 or MX2 if these conditions are not met. MX3 Not permitted to double class.
FOOD:
Hot & Cold food available at each round.
REFUNDS:
Refunds of entry fees will be as per rule 5.5a.
ALCOHOL:
The use of alcohol is not permitted as per rules 6.20.
INSPECTION:
Random technical inspection as per rule 10.1.
No motorcycle at any event shall exceed the stipulated noise emission level of 96dBA as per rule 10.6a.
FORCE MAJEURE CLAUSE:
For any reasons of Force Majeure, should a meeting or part of a meeting be cancelled, any entry fee refunds will only be made at the sole discretion of the organisers. The organisers reserve the right to alter the meeting format/race duration as may be deemed necessary.
POINTS SCALE: - For all races (Mini Intro not lapscored)
Points awarded as FIM System. In the event of a tie, overall result will be based on count back as per Rule 6.7a.
1st 25; 2nd 22; 3rd 20; 4th 18; 5th 16; 6th 15; 7th 14; 8th 13; 9th 12; 10th 11; 11th 10; 12th 9; 13th 8; 14th 7; 15th 6; 16th 5; 17th 4; 18th 3; 19th 2; 20th 1
Part points will be awarded from 21st place & below to allow for overall series positions.
TRACK RULES: NO DOGS PERMITTED AT ANY ROUNDS.
TROPHIES/PRIZEGIVING:
Series Trophies 1st – 5th for each class (except Mini intro class)
If insufficient entries (min 8) are not received for the Jnr Pro or Ladies Class then a Special Award Trophy will be given to the rider with most series points for 65cc in the 8-11 year class and the Junior & Senior lady accumulating the most series points.
Prizemoney in MX1 & MX2 only (a maximum of $2500 will be paid out in prizemoney. Scale & amounts to be finalised prior to last round based on series entries & will be displayed at Round 5.
Series participation medals for mini’s, including Intro class.
Prizegiving to take place after final round at Balclutha (venue TBA).
OFFICIALS:
Series Organisers:Greg Baynes 027 2294500 Email: greg@motosouth.co.nz
Danny Greig 027 4441389 Email:danny.greig@thinkdelta.co.nz
Series Entry Secretary: Adele May 027 4576430 Email: noel.adele@xtra.co.nz
Mini Co-ordinator: Pam Morrow 021 777232 Email: morrowboys80@gmail.com
MNZ Steward: check with host club
Clerk of Course: check with host club
Protest Committee : MNZ Steward, Host Club Committee Member & Riders Rep (to be appointed at each round)
Club Contacts: Southland Motorcycle Club - Greg Baynes - 027 229 4500
Central Otago Motorcycle Club - Shelley Cornish - 027 7418059
Gore & Districts Motorcycle Club - Brendan Stevens - 027 2025788
South Otago Motorcycle Club - David Latta - 021 3580096
Mosgiel & Districts Motorcycle Club - Shaune Crawford 021 872531
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: To Southern Series Committee, Central Otago Motorcycle Club, Southland Motorcycle Club, South Otago Motorcycle Club, Gore & Districts Motorcycle Club, Mosgiel & Districts Motorcycle Club, and Motorcycling New Zealand Inc
1. have read the Supplementary Regulations* for this Competition and agree to be bound by them and the Manual of Motorcycle Sport, the MNZ Constitution, and the MNZ Code of Conduct.
* Supplementary Regulations also available at www.timingtech.co.nz
2. I am aware that the sport of Motorcycle Competition might a) cause me injury; serious or otherwise b) damage my property.
3. I wish to take part in the Southern Series despite the above risks.
4. Neither I, or anyone associated or connected with me will make any claim against you or your officers, employees or agents in respect of: a) any injury suffered by me; or b) any damage to any of my property regardless of how the injury or damage occurs.
5. I will indemnify you against all claims, damages or losses (including costs) which you incur as the direct or indirect result of any injury to me or damage to my property.
6. I am physically fit and there is no health or other reason why I should not participate in the sport of Motorcycle Competition.
7. I am aware that this disclaimer will not affect any legal obligations you have to me which you cannot contract out of under NZ Law.
8. I agree that in this disclaimer “my property” includes any property owned by me or in my possession or under my control.
9. I agree that this disclaimer will be binding on my family, my heirs, my legal assigns and my administrators and executors.
10. I accept that stripping and re-assembly for Technical Checks are at my cost.
11. I consent to the details contained in this form being held by the Southern Series Secretary & Club Organisers for the purpose of the promotion and the benefit of the race meeting concerned, and Motorcycling in general. I acknowledge my right to access and correction of this information. The consent is given in accordance with the Privacy Act 1993.
12. MNZ supports the FIM/IOC Charter on drugs in Sport. MNZ uses the services of Drug Free Sport NZ & other agencies to professionally carry out the testing. I acknowledge by signing this form I maybe subjected to a drug/alcohol test at any time. I agree to such testing. I further agree that my name can be published by MNZ as having taken part in a drug/alcohol test together with the results of that testing.
13. I confirm that my machine complies with any technical rule(s) set out in the Manual of Motorcycle Sport and/or the Supplementary Regulations and that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is in safe working order and fit for competition.
14. I agree that myself and any Pit Crew/family in attendance with me are aware that this event may be run under Government Level 1 or Level 2 Covid-19 restrictions and as such agree to follow the guidelines instructed by the Club & it's officials. For current NZ Government Guidelines, please visit https://covid19.govt.nz/. These guidelines are subject to change as information is updated by the Government, MNZ & Sports New Zealand.
ONE EVENT LICENCE – I do not have a MNZ Competition Licence therefore require a One Event Licence for this event:
In the absence of holding a MNZ Competition Licence, I acknowledge that I am able to compete by partaking on a One Event Licence. By reading and acknowledging this disclaimer, the Supplementary Regulations and the following rules I acknowledge that I adhere to all conditions to compete at this event using the One Event Licence.
The ability to compete whilst using a one event licence may be withdrawn at any time by Motorcycling New Zealand.
I acknowledge that I will wear an approve helmet, along with approved boots, gloves, and motocross clothing as per the MNZ Manual of Motorcycle Sport – see www.mnz.co.nz
I acknowledge that no drugs or alcohol are permitted at this event, and I am not under the influence of either.
I acknowledge that I may be subject to random drug & alcohol testing as per the MNZ Manual of Motorcycle Sport.
I acknowledge that I have no medical condition that prevents me from safely participating in this event. I have not suffered concussion, or a head injury in the last three weeks.
My motorcycle is in a safe operating condition and type suited to the events that I am partaking in.
I acknowledge that attending riders briefing is compulsory
It is a condition of entry that all person having any connection with promotion, organisation, and conduct of the event including land owners, will be absolved from any liability out of any accident however caused and resulting in damage to property and or in respect of death or personal injury.
I fully indemnify Motorcycling New Zealand Inc., its agents representatives, employees, contractors, other competitors and promoters from and against any liability, whether or not due to any act or omission of these parties which arises from my participation in the event including by way of example any accident, damage or injury.
I agree that I have no medical condition that prevents me from safely participating in this event. I have not suffered concussion or had a head injury in the last three weeks. I acknowledge that should I suffer a head injury or concussion three weeks prior to this event that I will not partake due the MNZ stand down period.
