Series Classes

Open ClassThe division that is responsible for crowning the series champion, the Open class is the premier division on the West Coast Flat Track Series championship trail, offering top notch competition in the form of all-out, wide-open, anything-goes racing. Class rules are liberal, to say the least. Competitors are allowed to compete aboard any motorcycle that is properly prepared in accordance with a few basic guidelines. Motorcycles must feature a minimum engine displacement of 350cc. beyond that, the sky’s the limit. You can expect to see two-strokes and four-strokes of all displacement sizes and engine configurations be they 600cc singles, 750cc V-twins or some radical, methanol-burning multi-cylinder beast. It is truly a “run what ya brung” format.

Saddlemen Vintage ClassWhere would we be without our roots? The Open Vintage division pays homage to the machinery of yesteryear, allowing fans of the great days of Triumph vs. BSA vs. Yamaha vs. Harley, etc., to once again witness the glorious sights and sounds of an era gone by. Class requirements call for motorcycles of 1974 and earlier vintage, with engine displacements limited to 441cc minimum and 750cc maximum. Yamaha TT500 two-valve singles are also eligible for competition. Just like the Open class, all Open Vintage motorcycles must have a rear brake. The West Coast Flat Track Series Open Vintage class revisits the good ol’ days, when the men were men, and a champion was defined not only by how he rode, but what he rode.

Top Gun 450 ClassThe newest class to debut on the West Coast Flat Track Series program, the Honda Top Gun 450 Class is designed to offer current motocross, off-road racers and potential dirt trackers a unique opportunity to learn and develop their basic skills - and then hopefully move up the ladder - at the premier West Coast Flat Track Series venues. Riders can race flat track aboard 250cc/450cc motocross and off-road motorcycle-based equipment that they may already own. Basically, this class is “Flat Track 101,” affording riders the chance to “get their feet wet” in organized flat track racing without having to incur the cost of buying a flat track-specific motorcycle in order to be competitive with other special flat track-only equipment. The Honda Top Gun 450 Class is policed by a strict set of rules designed to create parity among the vast potential market of production-based MX and off-road brands, which can be made competitive practically off the showroom floor!

RULES – REQUIREMENTS

Open Class:

Motorcycle: Engine displacement 350cc minimum - No MaximumMust be in Dirt Track TrimMust have operating rear brakeMufflers RequiredClass C type tires only. No knobby tires.Must Pass Technical Inspection

Rider: Must be 16 years old and over to compete. Riders 16 and 17 years old MUST have Parental Indemnity Agreement signed by Parent or Legal Guardian.

License: No Membership required.

Vintage Class:

Motorcycle: Engine displacement 441cc minimum to 750cc maximum Motorcycle Must be 1975 or earlier year model. Also, Yamaha TT 500 two valve single motorcyles are eligible to participate. Plus 1973-1982 Honda four-valve single-cylinder engine as per Technical Bulletin dated 06-09-05 (See Attached)Must be in Dirt Track TrimNo Single Shock Suspension chassis allowed. All vintage chassis must utilize twin shock suspension in the generally accepted standard mounting position.Mufflers are encouraged. (Some tracks, may be required) Must have operating rear brakeClass C type tires only. No knobby tires.Must Pass Technical Inspection

Rider: Must be 35 years old and over to compete.Open Vintage Class rider may compete in Open Class with existing motorcycle.

License: No Membership required.

Honda four-valve single is approved after time period as stated below.

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

Date: June 9, 2005To: All Saddlemen Vintage Class competitorsRe: Potential eligibility of Honda four-valve single

Due to a fair number of inquiries, and with an eye toward the future of the Saddlemen Open Vintage class, I am considering the possibility of adding the 1973-1982 Honda four-valve single-cylinder engine to the list of approved engines for the Saddlemen Open Vintage class. My thought is that with the Classic Twins class already providing a viable option for those not wishing to ride their twin-cylinder machines against what has evolved into seriously modified Yamaha TT singles in the Saddlemen Open Vintage class, and due to the fact that the Yamaha TT single is not restricted in displacement, allowing 1973-1982 Honda (non-Radial Four Valve Combustion-head) singles with an ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM displacement of 500cc to be eligible for competition in the class could have some merit. Current chassis regulations for the Saddlemen Open Vintage class would remain unchanged.While I feel that this engine formula change could open up the class to a greater number of entries, create more brand diversity and better racing action, I am also very sensitive to the concerns of current class competitors and do not wish to upset the balance of the Saddlemen Open Vintage class as it exists. For this reason, I would greatly appreciate any oral or written comments through the Silver Dollar Speedway round at Chico July 16, 2005. After that date, if prevailing sentiment is positive, then a new technical rule will be drafted to reflect the change and would be posted well in advance of the Cottage Grove Speedway round. Such a rule would go into effect starting with the Cottage Grove Speedway round. If not, the class will continue to run as is. I am very interested to hear your comments regarding this matter.

Sincerely,

August 1, 2008 Rules Update, Top Gun 450 Class

In the interest of expanding to include more brands/models to compete in the Top Gun 450 Class the following updates of Rule 1 and 2 are in effect for the 2005 season.

1. Any OE production-framed motocross or off-road motorcycle originally displacing not less than 200cc is eligible for competition, regardless of year. In keeping with the low-buck premise of the class, frame modifications (such as rake alterations, swingarm shortening, etc.) are not permitted. 2. The engine must carry an OE displacement of at least 200cc (+/- stock overbore allowances). Boring and stroking the engine to increase displacement to the maximum 450cc limit is allowed.

3. Motorcycle must retain the appearance of an OE motocross or off-road machine through the use of OE or equivalent aftermarket plastic and seat. Front fender may be removed.

4. Motorcycle must retain OE or equivalent aftermarket 19-inch rear rim. OE or equivalent aftermarket 21-inch front rim is allowed. 19-inch front wheel, maximum WM3 rim width is allowed (not mandated). Rear wheel hubs must be OE or equivalent aftermarket items. Spools or hubs modified for quick-change gearing are not permitted on the rear.

5. Motorcycle must retain OE or equivalent-sized aftermarket rear brake system.

6. Front brake may be removed - and must be disconnected - for oval track races. OE or aftermarket front brakes may be used in TT events.

7. Only "Class C" rear tires will be allowed, NO rear knobbies permitted. OE or equivalent front 21-inch knobbies are allowed on 21-inch wheels but not required. 19-inch front wheel, maximum WM3 rim width is allowed (not mandated).

8. Standard motocross modifications, such as aftermarket high-pipes, reeds, carbs or carb mods, shocks and/or suspension work, etc. are allowed. Mufflers Are Required.

9. Front and rear suspension may be shortened through the use of topout spacers, linkage and/or springs to make the machine more compatible for dirt track use.

10. Cooling system requirements for liquid-cooled motorcycles are as follows; WATER ONLY or “Red Line Water Wetter” or equivalent must be used NO ANTI-FREEZE.

11. If it doesn't say you can, you can't!

12. Riders NOT ELIGIBLE to compete in the TOP GUN 450 CLASS are, top 15 riders of the Open Class and the top 10 riders of the Vintage Class of the 2004 final point standings. This rule also applies to the current 2009-point standings; the top 15 riders of the Open Class and the top 10 riders of the Vintage Class are NOT ELIGIBLE as well.

13. Returning 450 TOP GUN Champions are granted one additional year to defend their championship, repeat champions must move to the Open Class.

Rider: Must be 15 years old and over to compete. Riders 15 and 17 years old MUST have Parental Indemnity Agreement signed by Parent or Legal Guardian.

CLASSIC VINTAGE 4-STROKE TWINS CLASSIC VINTAGE 4-STROKE TWINS CLASSCLASS

Additional Class

Rules & Requirements:

This is a class intended to showcase two cylinder 4-stroke flat track motorcycles and to promote safe competitive racing between veteran riders.

It is an amateur class only. No currently competing professional riders are eligible to compete in this class. Note: some riders who compete in the Gene Romero pro classes are considered professional riders for purposes of this rule)

All riders must be 35 years of age or older.

Motorcycle, 1975 or earlier four stroke twin.

Displacement 500cc – 750cc

Must be in Dirt Track Trim

All machines must pass the Gene Romero Flattrack Series tech inspection (ie: working kill button; return throttle; folding rubber covered foot pegs; ball end levers; etc.)

Must have operating rear brake.

Class C type tires only. No knobby tires.

All riders must wear boots, bottom leathers or their equivalent. Top leathers and steel shoes are strongly encouraged.

All riders and their machines should present a clean and professional appearance while on the track.

Opinions as to eligibility of equipment, competence of riders and compliance with these rules is at the sole discretion of the Gene Romero’s West Coast Flat Track Series or its agents.

The Gene Romero’s West Coast Flat Track Series reserves the right to interpret, alter, modify or change these rules of eligibility for riders and their machines to promote and preserve competition, safety and the spirit in which this class was conceived.