All motorcycles must have a working tail light mounted behind the seat or on the wheelie bars. I have since been led to believe that m certification is only acceptable for motorcycles and not for cars. The 2020 nhra rulebook is now online and viewable by all who wish to compete in the nhra arena. Before applying for a motorcycle license in your state, be sure to read the dmvs motorcycle manual. These helmets must be approved and meet sfi or snell safety standards. All 2019 nhra safety requirements supersede this book these rules are designed to provide for the orderly conduct of racing events and to establish standards for such events. Nhra mello yello drag racing series 5th paragraph page ix 1092019 pro stock motorcycle is the twowheel category in the nhra mello yello drag racing series.
For most car classes, and the motorcycle class, a helmet within the 2 most recent snell certifications are accepted. There are two types of distinguished snell helmets motorcycle and automobile. Here you can view the ihra rulebook, order a physical copy and check out all of the latest competition updates and revisions. Does anyone have a copy of the motorcycle rules scanned, or is there a pdf somewhere. Every year, nhra shares its secrets and makes its complete rules available to the public for every class from top fuel to the e. All cars that run down the drag strip are required to undergo a technical inspection by the tracks tech crew. Rider must wear dot and snell 2005 or better full face helmet, jeans, leather gloves. Having it taken away because of a rule violation would be agony. First of all, any helmet you buy must be snell rated as a rule requirement for nhra. Nhra allows competition exhaust systems, but they have to vent out the back, away from both the driver and fuel tank. All motorcycle riders are required to wear a full face helmet meeting above specs, leather.
Children under age 14 are not allowed in the restricted areas, to ride on motorcycles, golf carts, or 4wheelers on the track. For detailed information regarding nhra categories and rules obtain an official nhra rule book. Track rules and guidelines for firebird raceway, a nhra drag racing facility with a full season of racing located in eagle, idaho. All open bodied entries must use a closed face helmet.
Classbyclass regulations and requirements, racing procedures, and. All cars must meet nhra rules and pass technical inspection. Motorcycle sections 4c and 4d of the nhra rulebook with the following exceptions. According to the 1997 nhra rule book general regulation 10. Class eligibility is based on requirements that include type of. No one under 16 years of age without a valid drivers license is allowed to operate any vehicles including but not limited to tow vehicles, motorcycles or 4wheelers anywhere or ride inon a vehicle making a run. A valid nhra competition license is required for any vehicle running 9. Nhra publishes an annual rule book that covers every classification from top fuel to et bracket racing and is used by pacific raceways tech crew. Jr street rules section of nhra rulebook hot rod heritage racing. If youre entering a car, youve got to have a single automobile engine.
For more information about texas motorplex regulations contact the texas motorplex office at 9728782641. All motorcycle riders are required to wear a full face helmet meeting above. The race directors decision is final in all circumstances. A full leather suit is required for all riders surpassing 120 mph, meeting sfi spec stated in the 2019 nhra rule book. Motorcycles must report numbers and dialins to the tower before eliminations or. Snell and sfi both have similar safety ratings, however, some testing protocols can vary. Refer to the current nhra rulebook or nhra rule amendments for.
Nhra s lewis bloom breaks down the greatest moments from each national event on the nhra mello yello drag racing series. Per nhra rules, vehicles running faster than 150 mph must have a functional parachute. Let me explain how to read the snell ratings, because its confusing at first. The motorcycle is distinguished by an m and the automobile is distinguished by sa. Motorcycle drag racingexpressive helmets race wild. Get your official nhra national hot rod association rule book to stay compliant at the strip. Please check current nhra rule book when building a car. Every five years the snell foundation increases the standards to improve racer safety, and the certification is named by the release date e. Nhra publishes an annual rule book that covers every classification from top fuel. Each year, a new nhra rulebook is published with revisions and updates. Fyi check your helmets as of 1012017 snell sa 2005 helmets are not legal at nhra tracks. Street cars the following items are required for a vehicle and driver to pass tech. What is the clothing requirement to race my car at gateway motorsports park.
Elapsed time and quicker require a nhra competition license and the chassis must have a current nhra chassis certification. After a 10year newspaper journalism career, he has spent the past eight years writing about the automotive aftermarket and motorsports. If you wish to have a copy of the handbook mailed to you, please fill out our handbook request form. They are legal until 1012027 zamp zsch74803fxl helmet jegs link for xl. Drivers of any open bodied car wearing and open face helmet must wear protective goggles. This information does not supersede the current nhra rulebook in any way. Convertibles must run with top up and driver must have a full face helmet.
Matt griswold matt griswold is the editor of onallcylinders. Helmets are good up to 12 years after their snell rating date. New listing tom the mongoose mcewen coors funny car helmet nhra drag racing hat pin. All snell approved helmet models must be tested before being labeled as snell m, sa, or k rated helmets. As outlined under class requirements, drivers in all classes, including motorcycles, must wear a helmet meeting snell or sfi specifications. See class requirements in the nhra rule book the basicnonspecific protective clothing are as follows. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands.
Events paused, licence extensions, andra office changes in response to the governments latest mandates on social distancing, the andra board has been left with no choice but to put a pause on all andra sanctioned drag racing until the may. In drag racing, the respective rule books for nhra and. In addition to giving you instructions on applying for your license, you will find important information about traffic laws in your state and other rules regarding motorcycles. As you may know, the nhra safety rules, which govern the nmra, require a snell sacertified helmet that comes with an expiration date. The nhra rule book states that helmets with a 2015 certification dont expire until january 1st of 2027. National hot rod association masthead remove all of page iii page iii 1092019 introduction. Directions given by race officials, safety crew, and security are to be followed. Racer rules 2020 rules will be posted after racer meeting on feb 9thplease check back mid february. Drivers must wear up to date nhra acceptable full face helmet with shield snell m2000, m2005, k2005, sa2005, sfi 31. If you need an nhra competition license to drive your car at an nhra drag strip, it is too quick for auto club dragway during a street legal event. The rules for the nhra bracket final may vary from our track rules refer to 2018 nhra rule book for clarifications.
Current nhra rules require all racers, excluding motorcycles, running an elapsed time of. Bandimere speedway has compiled a number of frequently asked questions and answers to help you better understand the rules. Get the best deals on nhra autographed helmets when you shop the largest online selection at. Excessive braking down track will be a disqualification. Discussion in hagr started by ron golden, jan 30, 2008. A quickrelease, 3inch shoulder harness meeting sfi spec 16. At nhra mello yello drag racing series events, fans may see more than 200 classes of vehicles in 15 categories, or eliminators. Make offer white small racing helmet w nhra drivers and more.
Your car s engine must be equipped with a harmonic dampenerbalancer that meets or exceeds sfi 18. If youre a serious fan or a potential racer, this book is for you. These are basic safety rules to be able to race at the texas motorplex. To view the current nrha corporate record book which includes policies and board resolutions, visit the members only section. The nhra motorcycle rules are shotguned through the rule book. See the nhra rule book for more detailed information. Click here to view ihra junior dragster license identification decal program. If you decide to purchase a used helmet dont buy one with a snell 90 rating they are no longer allowed and a snell 95 helmet is only good thru 2007 so i wouldnt bother with that one either. For detailed information regarding nhra categories and rules obtain an official nhra. All racers are encouraged to wear a helmet in competition. Snell 2010 or newer helmet is mandatory for all racers.
Snowmobile section 4e and atvs must meet all rules as per. Welcome to the motorcycle and powersports helmets store, where youll find great prices on a wide range of motorcycle and powersports helmets for your vehicle. Thank you, pete pete, m rated helmets are acceptable as long as its m2010 or newer. Consult nhra rule book for additional individual class helmet requirements. Motorcycles can only have a single motorcycle engine. Sa2015 helmet spec explained by racequip racepages digital. You have to look in safety, et bracket, and almost every other section and pick out mc specific areas. All motorcycle riders are required to wear a full face helmet meeting above specs, leather jacket, leather bootsshoes above the ankle, and leather gloves.
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