tomch Posted November 14, 2012 Report Share Posted November 14, 2012 We are starting to organise trials competition in Kenya. We have 3 dates in the KMSF calendar and I have been tasked to get the regulations written about how to organise our national competitions. Our chairman wisely points out that most of the first trials would be organised by people that have only ever watched in it on TV! So I have cribbed the FIM handbook thoroughly and the technical regulations are the same as for enduro bikes because there are only 4 trials bike in Kenya at the mo and our enduro fraternity are feeling bullish. The course regulations are a problem as we want to have the chance to run great distances if the need arises (like the Ssdt). We haven't got a minimum distance but could like to do upto 160 km per day. What is the maximum average speed we should aim at as organisers? We think 30 kph and only in the hours of daylight minus the hour before dusk.... Thank you for your valued help. Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabie Posted November 14, 2012 Report Share Posted November 14, 2012 the acu (uk governing body) handbook can be seen online if that helps - http://www.acu.org.uk/Resource/ACU-Handbook.aspx all i would say is keep it really simple so you can do whatever you want. there are trials like the scottish 6 days with loads of land, distance, etc while at the other end of the scale there are events in tiny (a few acres) bits of woodland. have fun!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greeves Posted November 14, 2012 Report Share Posted November 14, 2012 there are only 4 trials bike in Kenya... Come on Tom give a call to Steve; he has got another 4 !!!! Let me know the dates to see if I can manage to go... although will need to borrow one of the Scorpas !!! All the best. Javier 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomch Posted November 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 14, 2012 TRIAL RULES DEFINITION OF A TRIAL A Trial is an event in which the skill and regularity of the riders form the basis of the results. Sections are included within the course, where the skill of the rider negotiating them is observed and penalties given. In addition, a time limit is set for part of, or for the whole course. The course may consist of cross-country terrain (minor roads, country lanes, and woodland tracks etc.). Riders Age of riders The minimum age of riders in International Trials is 12. The Supplementary Regulations must state the actual restrictions on age, respecting national legislation and stipulating any requirements for holding a driving licence.Riders’ licences Riders must be holders of a valid licence. COURSE The course should be in one direction only. If, in exceptional circumstances, two-way traffic is unavoidable, then special safety measures must be taken, e.g. separating the track or positioning of officials. The course may be whatever length such that all the riders could complete the course in the hours of daylight, minus the hour before dusk, without setting an average speed above 30 kilometres per hour. To be classified as a finisher the rider alone must ride or push his machine for the entire distance of the course. Distance The length of the course and the number of sections in that course shall be stated in the Supplementary Regulations. Course marking The course shall be marked with direction arrows and flags. SECTIONS The number of sections shall be stated in the Supplementary Regulations. Each section must be clearly numbered in consecutive order. Each section shall have signs clearly identifying the location of both the “Section Begins” and “Section Ends”. Design and section boundaries Each section shall be completely independent of other sections and easily modifiable according to the weather conditions. Sections constructed predominantly with industrially processed elements or materials should be avoided. Each section shall have signs clearly identifying the location of both the “Section Begins” and “Section Ends”. Each section must be clearly numbered in consecutive order and must be indicated as from the visit of the sections by the riders. The sections shall be bounded by natural obstacles and strong, easily visible waterproof tape, securely fastened to stakes or trees. The stakes must be securely fixed to the ground and be spaced close enough to each other to prevent major movement of the tapes. The tape must be at a minimum height of 10 cm above the ground and below a maximum height 30 cm. The actual width of the section defined between the tapes shall be at least 200 cm. The “gates” will be placed at all passages where the width of the section is reduced. Each gate must be indicated on the right and left by signs (arrows) of appropriate colours. The minimum width between these “gates” is 120 cm. Penalty in the sections A machine is considered as being in a section when the front wheel spindle has passed the “section begins” sign and until the time when the front wheel spindle passes the “section ends” sign. Under penalty of failure the front wheel must precede the rear wheel through both the “section begins” sign and the “section ends” sign. If a front spindle exits a section via the ‘section begins’, then a failure is deemed to have occurred. Penalty faults in a section a) – 1 fault: 1 point – 2 faults: 2 points c) – More than 2 faults: 3 points Definition of fault - Each contact of any part of the rider or his machine (with exception of the tyres, footrest and the engine protection plate) with the ground or an obstacle (tree, rock, etc.). d) – Failure: 5 points Definition of failure - The machine is moving backwards with or without the rider footing. - The machine touches the ground with the front or rear wheel, outside a boundary. - The rider or machine touches or rides over or above a marker or marker support before the front wheel spindle passes a “section ends” sign. - The rider dismounts from the machine and he has both feet on the ground, on the same side or behind the axle of the back wheel of the machine. - The hand of the rider leaves the handlebar and touches another part of his machine when he foots, whilst stationary. - The rider does not complete a section within the time limit. - The front wheel does not precede the back wheel when passing through a gate. - The rider enters the section by foot. - The rider receives outside assistance. - The rider or his assistant changes the condition of a section. - The rider passes through the gates of another category whatever the direction. - The assistant comes into the section without the invitation of the official. - Not entering a section, providing the rider has reported to the section official. - The engine of the machine stops whilst the rider is leaning or any part of the machine with the exception of the tyres, touches the ground, without forward motion. - The handlebar of the motorcycle touches the ground. - The motorcycle does a complete loop, crossing its own track with both wheels. All failures (motorcycle moves backwards, falls, does not respect the time limit, etc.) must be signalled by the Observer by an immediate whistle. A rider who fails in a section, once the time limit has run out, shall leave the section at the time and place indicated by the official, otherwise he will incur an additional 5 points penalty. e) – Missing a section: 20 points Only the greatest penalty, as defined above, shall be counted in the section. Obstruction is deemed to have occurred when a rider, whilst attempting an observed section, is prevented from making a bona-fide attempt due to some unauthorised obstruction. Should a rider claim obstruction, the observer may, at his discretion, allow a re-run of the section. The Observer’s decision as to whether a re-run is permitted is final. Should a re-run be granted, then the rider shall complete the full section. PRACTISING Unauthorised practising on the course and on the sections of the Trial is forbidden under penalty of disqualification. TIME PENALTIES Time penalties with respect to time allowances For each minute or part thereof late arrival at the start: 1 point More than 20 minutes late arrival at the start: disqualification For each minute or part thereof late at a time control: 1 point All time allowances for each rider shall be stated in the Supplementary Regulations. Each rider shall be allowed the same time to complete the course. TECHNICAL CONTROL Equipment of the motorcycle At all times during the event, a rider will be responsible for keeping his machine in conformity to the rules. Tyres must be in accordance with the Technical rules. Tyres must be normally available from retail and wholesale sources. Riders equipment It is compulsory for the rider to wear a helmet and other clothing requirements as detailed in the Technical Rules. Refuelling Refuelling of all motorcycles must only take place in the paddock, with the use of an environmental mat to protect the ground. Refuelling in the paddock without the use of an environment mat will entail a fine as defined in the Environment Code. Refuelling outside the paddock will result in the disqualification of the rider. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toofasttim Posted November 15, 2012 Report Share Posted November 15, 2012 Tom, it might be an idea to get one or both of the Le Riche brothers up from SA for a visit. I think they'd be qite keen to lend a hand. Pity you missed him by a few years but an old riding buddy of mine from Jo'burg used to live in Nairobli. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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