Race Info
So, you went to your first motorcycle race and got bit by the racing bug, didya? But you aren’t sure what or how to go about getting into racing…. Well we make it easy for you!!
RACING CHECKLIST
1. Do you own/have a motorcycle? Yes/No
2. Do you own/have a helmet? Yes/No
3. Do you own/have eye protection? Yes/No
4. Do you have Back/Chest Protection? Yes/No
5. Do you own/have riding boots? Yes/No
6. Do you own/have riding gloves? Yes/No
Optional Equipment is Recommended, but not REQUIRED….
1. Elbow/Knee Pads
2. Neck Restraints
If you have all of the required racing equipment, your well on your way to becoming a full-fledged racer!
Now what is next on the list for you to become a rider??? Well to be able to race at the Famous Piston Poppers T.T. Track, you need to be a member of the American Motorcyclist Association. Applications to apply to the AMA can be found here…
This is a YEARLY Membership!
:::UPDATE::: To ALL Racers under the age of 18…. It is strongly recommended that you fill out an annual release and have it on file at the American Motorcyclist Association. It makes it that much more easier on Race Day!
Here is the Annual Release Form for Minor Riders:
23 Annual Minor Release
Wait times vary! Get it in asap, so they can get your card back to you!
If you have any questions, feel free to send a letter to the addresses below:
American Motorcyclist Association
ATTN: Racing Admin
13515 Yarmouth Drive
Pickerington, OH 43147
Questions please email: cfleming@ama-cycle.org
NOTE: You do not have to have the annual release card done, we will still have the DAY of RACE forms available, but BOTH PARENTS of a Minor Rider Must be Present on Race Day and sign the waiver, or PROOF OF SOLE CUSTODY… NO EXCEPTIONS!
Once you have completed that step, the next step is to apply for a District 6 Membership.. This is also a yearly Membership from January 1 to December 31.
It can be found here:
2023 District 6 Dirt Track Application
UPDATE FOR 2023: CHEST AND BACK PROTECTION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL YOUTH RIDERS! PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THIS ON, OR YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO RACE AT THE EVENTS!
2023 District 6 Classes are as follows:
0-51cc Unlimited (4-8 yrs)
85cc (9-15 yrs)
0-51cc PW Limited (4-8 yrs)
Youth Sportsman 85-125cc (9-15yrs)
0-51cc 4-stroke Limited (4-8 yrs)
Youth Quads
65cc (7-11 yrs)
Divas
90-150 Air Cooled (9-15 yrs)
C Class – Single Cylinder **No B riders** (14yrs & up)
Senior 30+ **No Pros**
250 B (12 yrs & up)
Vintage Light – Dinos *1984 and older (0-400cc)
450 Sportsman A & Pro **No B Riders**
125 2 Stroke/86-150 4 Stroke (12yrs & up)
Vintage Heavy (401cc & up)
4 Wheel Sportsman
500 2 Valve
Open Twins A & Pro **No B Riders**
250 Sportsman A&B **No Pros**
Vintage Light – Modern *1985-rolling 25 years (0-400cc)
Super Senior (45+ yrs) **No Pros**
251cc Open B (14yrs & up)
Adult 100-200cc Air Cooled (16yrs & up)
Hooligans
450 Sportsman B (450cc Max)
251 Open A (14yrs & up)
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU MAIL IT TO THE PROPER ADDRESS LISTED ON THE FORM!
COSTS TO GO RACING!
1. AMA Membership
Option # 1 – $20 One Day Pass (AVAILABLE AT THE TRACK)
Option # 2 – $29 Youth Membership (AVAILABLE AT THE TRACK)
Option # 3 – $49 Competition Card
Option # 4 – $98 FAMILY Membership (Good for 5 people)
2. District Card
You MUST be a member of a recognized district in the AMA. If you do not have an UP TO DATE/CURRENT Card, you will be asked to fill out an application.
$20.00 One Race Pass (No Points) / $30.00 Full Year (Points Eligible)
Here is the form to fill out for all races… Have it filled out and ready when you get to the tracks, it will be quicker sign up!!
3. RACE DAY COSTS:
$35.00 for Trophy Classes / $40.00 for Money Classes. This fee is for EACH class you sign up for.
***DISCLAIMER*** Other race tracks may have a different cost to race, It’s at their own discretion.
Follow these simple steps and you will be racing in no time flat! We hope to see you at our track!
Any questions, comments or concerns please feel free to contact us on Facebook or at pistonpoppersmc@hotmail.com!