CAMS
CLASSIC ACTION MOTORCYCLE SPORT (SI) INC
CLASSIC & POST CLASSIC RACING CLUB
CAMS MISSION STATEMENT : "To provide motorcycle enthusiasts with a supportive, fun, social environment for safe and affordable road racing of classic, post classic machines and support for most classes of motorcycles while promoting the preservation of their machines"
RACE SETUP GUIDE
BIKE
If you have a race bike or road bike and want to come racing, it will have to fit in with the MNZ rules.
Below is a guide of the things that will be required to come racing.
Note that road bikes will need all lights and indicators removed or completely taped over.
- Number plates/race numbers as per MNZ Rule 10-2-3-Securely mounted exhaust system
- Baffles wired and silencers fitted
- Efficient brakes
- Brake and clutch levers must have a flat back, rounded ball ends and no sharp edges
- Brake pedal return stop on hydraulic type-Handlebars must not exceed 92cm and must be plugged
- Fairing blade must be rounded as per MNZ Rule 10-11-3
- Crankcase, gearbox, carb and air cleaner drain and breather tubes, must be run into a securely mounted catch bottle
- Drain plugs, oil filler caps, oil filter retaining bolts and brake caliper mounts must be lock wired
- General; wheel bearings, swing arm pivot, suspension, split pins in wheels, spokes, steering head bearings, all fittings, footrests, secure mounting of seat and tank
- Etylene glycol is banned from use in road racing events, MNZ Rule 10-13-2
CAMS recommend you go to Chapter 10 of the MNZ regulations and read the complete technical chapter.
Motorcycling NZ getting started booklet
CAMS machine checklist document
SAFETY GEAR
- Helmet, full face. DOT approved. Must have a visor or goggles.
- Boots, sturdy motorcycle boots in good condition.
- Leathers. One piece or zip together. Must be in good condition, no holes, rips or broken zippers.
- Back protector either as a seperate item or incorporated into you leathers.
- Chest protector to the standard in MNZ riding gear rules link above
- Gloves, Leather only.
CAMS recommend you go to Chapter 8 of the MNZ regulations and read the complete safety capter.
RIDER
- You'll need to be a member of an MNZ affiliated club.
- Pay for a day license or have an MNZ competition Licenses
- Pay an entry fee
- New riders get their own breifing and will be taught safety rules, race etiquette and race procedures in the new rider class. Plenty of advice on technique and bike set up is available from experienced riders and trainers. New riders progress to the faster classes once the trainer is happy he/she is safe.
- Get plenty of sleep and get organised the night before, no need to be stressed and rushed on race day, its supposed to be fun.
- No riding hung over or under the effects of mind f*ing drugs from that wicked rave you went to last night.
- Bring food and plenty of water, dehydration saps strength, concentration and speed.
- Bring a great freindly attitude, be prepared to have the best day you've had with your pants on in years.
If you require clarification on any rules or getting started please don't hesitate to ask. We were all new riders once and are happy to help.
