Please Read the Regulations Listed Below and Take Care to Act Accordingly

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‘Skegmess’

‘SKEGMESS’ 2015 REGULATIONS

Please read the regulations listed below and take care to act accordingly

1. All machines must be based on production road based motorcycles with engines not exceeding 125cc in capacity.
2. Original frames must be retained but additional bracing is permitted, as is removal of ancillary mounting lugs.
3. Engine Crankcases must remain externally standard.
4. Front suspension must remain standard although the fitting of steering dampers is permitted.
5. Rear swing arms must remain standard but rear suspension units may be changed.
6. All machines must have 2 independent braking systems.
7. All machines must retain original fuel tank. Petrol is the only permitted fuel.
8. Machines must use a complete exhaust system and not be excessively noisy. Noisy machines over 100dB or those with incomplete exhaust systems will be excluded.
9. Head or tail-light glass must be taped or removed altogether.
10. There must be no sharp projections on machines, e.g. levers must be ball ended.
11. All machines must carry 3 competition number plates; 1 facing forward, 1 either side. You will be notified of your number prior to the event for you to display clearly on each team member and on your machine.
12. Off-road competition bikes are excluded (this includes enduro bikes).
13. Tyres are entrant’s choice but must be in good condition. The surface is loose sand.
14. Teams must consist of at least 2 and no more than 4 riders aged 18 years or over.
15. All riders must wear a full-face helmet to BS6658-A or EC22.05 standard.
16. All riders must wear motorcycle boots and gloves.
17. Riders are strongly advised to wear off-road kit and body armour but a minimum standard of thornproof clothing (i.e. waxed cotton Belstaffs) will be accepted.

Riders not properly equipped will not pass scrutineering.

1. Consumption of alcohol, or similar substances, by riders before or during the event will result in disqualification.
2. Any unfair or dangerous practice during the marathon will result in disqualification.
3. All flags must be obeyed at all times: Yellow flag means proceed with caution — strictly no overtaking whilst displayed.

Red flag means STOP. The race will restart.

Black flag displayed to an individual rider means withdraw from circuit immediately.

1. All competitors must act instantly on marshals’ instructions.
2. Failed machines must be removed quickly and without endangering the rider or other competitors.
3. The organiser’s decisions must be respected and are final in all matters without the need for justification.
4. The SkegmessMarathon involves a risk of personal injury
5. Each team will need to make a minimum of 3 pit stops, this will be monitored.
6. Each team will need to provide a fire extinguisher, and where possible a fire mat
7. Fancy dress is encouraged. Teams that make the effort will be rewarded with an advantageous grid position and extra laps added on to their score.
8. The organisers retain the right to refuse any bike on the day does not comply with these regulations

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SKEGMESS ENTRY FORM

INDEMNIFICATION CLAUSE

We have read and understood the rules and regulations issue for this meeting and agree to be bound by them. We understand and agree that we participate in this event entirely at our own risk and that we will ride in a manner, which is safe for all others and us.In consideration of the acceptance of this, our entry, weagree that no liability whatsoever shall be attached to the organisers the venue and their respective officials representatives and agents and other riders from and against all action, costs expenses, claims and demands in respect of death, injury, loss of or damage to the person or the property of ourselves or mechanics howsoever caused, arising out of or in connection with our entry or taking part in this event. We declare that the riders possess the standard or competence necessary for an event of this type to which this entry relates and that the machine entered is suitable and roadworthy for this event having regard to the course andspeed, which will be reached. We declare that the riders are aged 18 years or over and the information on this form is complete and correct.

‘Skegmess’ is an event owned by Bauer Consumer Media Ltd.. Bauer Consumer Media Ltd company number is 01176085, registered in England and Wales, registered address 1 Lincoln Court, Lincoln Road, Peterborough, PE1 2RF.