2024 BCORCS Rules

Pacific Northwest Motorcycle Association
British Columbia Off Road Championship Series
Rules and Regulations 2024

Updated May 15th, 2024

Mission Statement
Section 1. Competition Committee
Section 2. Host Club
Section 3. Scoring Team
Section 4. Competitors
Section 5. Admission into the Off-Road Series
Section 6. Complaint Procedures
Section 7. Posters
Section 9. Typical Race Day Format – For Host Club
Section 10. Racer’s Guide to Racing

1.1) The Competition Committee is to be made up of the PN Executive and one member from each sponsoring clubs to represent the club at meetings and each
Series event.

1.1.1) A Competition Committee is to be a minimum of three people. Participants with a conflict of interest are to excuse themselves from participating.

1.1.2) A sponsoring club is defined as a club or association that organizes an event in the off-road series, and is in good standing with the PNWMA.

1.1.3) If an event is cancelled for the calendar year, the Host Club still retains its privileges with the Competition Committee for that year, subject to PN
Executive approval.

1.2) Members of the Competition Committee may pre-ride any course up to the day before the event, and if deemed necessary, and discuss with the Host Club and changes that may be needed, (i.e. dangers, ease of riding for all classes, course markings, etc.).

1.3) The Competition Committee must be able to listen to disputes in a quiet area and settle them to the best of their ability. The Host Club must stand behind their decisions. All decisions are final.

1.3.1) A protest levy of $50.00 is to be paid to the Competition Committee before a protest will be considered. Levy will be returned if the protest is upheld.
Any retained protest levies will be donated to the ISDE fund.

1.4) The PN Executive may asses a penalty per competitor to any Host Club who is found in violation of PNWMA rules at any event.

1.4.1) Any Host Club found in gross or repeated violation of any of the rules and regulations listed herein, or found operating their event in a manner that the
majority of the Competition Committee finds unsafe, unfair or unsportsmanlike, may have their event removed from the PNWMA Off-
Road Series.

1.4.2) Any judgements passed by the Competition Committee, as well as any evidence or testimony, must be recorded in writing and signed. The aim of
this is to justify the actions of the Competition Committee.

1.5) The PN Executive will review standings each year and compile a list of riders to be moved up. Once a rider has competed in a specific class, he may not drop to a lower class without receiving approval from the PN Executive.

2.1) The Host Club must ensure that all requirements for an off-road event are met, and that appropriate agencies are informed and approval from appropriate
agencies has been attained.

2.1.1) The Host Club also must ensure a reasonable level of safety is maintained on the course. This is done by following the PNWMA Arrowing Guidelines to the best of the Host Club’s ability and by providing proper first aid services. Without 2 qualified First Aid Attendants there shall not be a race.
There is to be a minimum of 4 sweep riders per event and the Host Club must ensure the safe return of all competitors and volunteers. Sweep riders are to wear hi-visibility vests. All sweep riders must check in with scoring prior and after their sweep run.

2.1.2) Inclusion into the PWNMA Off-Road series is at the discretion of the PN Executive.

2.1.3) Host Club must ensure proper equipment for the scorekeepers, including a true sine wave generator, (ie, Honda or Yamaha, 2000 Watts)

2.2) The Host Club must give the Scoring Team or his/her representative money for the rider levy according to Rule 2.2.3, a copy of the results sheet (if applicable) and the names of competitors working the event for points.

2.2.1) The Host Club is responsible to sell PNWMA Competition Licenses to all competitors except Sportsmen or other support classes that don’t require
competition licenses. Applicable if PN Scoring Team is not present at event.

2.2.2) For every entry in an Off-Road Series Event, the Host Club must pay the PNWMA a Rider Levy, set each year by the PNWMA, for every entry in a
Pacific Northwest Motorcycle Association Rules and Regulations Family Trail Ride Event, the Host Club must pay the PNWMA, a Family Trail Ride Levy.

2.3) The entry fee will be set by each club.

2.4) Competitors are to be divided into 22 classes:

2.4.1) Sportsman is a non-speed event and is not to interfere with the main event.

2.4.2) C class racers may enter a B Race with a purchase of an additional race entry fee for casual or trial purpose. A racer may not compete for series points in more than one class.

2.4.3) Women have the option to enter any class, depending on ability.

2.5) Hare Scramble courses should be 5-12 kilometers (3-8 miles) long and a recommended race time total of 2.5 hours., with B course competitors, riding 2
hours from Masters start.. Race times will be determined on event day by the Club and Race Committee with course and weather conditions in consideration.

Cross Country courses should be at least 13 km long at a recommended race time of at least 2.5 hours, with B course competitors riding at least 2 hours.
Race times will be determined on event day by the Club and Race Committee basis with course and weather conditions in consideration.

Host Clubs must clearly communicate race durations and times to the racers in rider’s meeting. Race times should not change during the race unless weather
conditions deteriorate, medical emergencies or other events happen.

2.5.1) Definition of A course: Hare Scramble or Cross-Country Course, typically longer than the B course with challenging technical sections.

2.5.2) Definition of A course competitors:
1000 Master
2000 Expert
3000 Vet Expert
5000 Intermediate
6000 Women’s Expert

2.5.3) Senior Expert and Women’s Expert competitors ride the A course at the
B course time.
4000 Senior Expert

2.5.4) Definition of B course: Hare Scramble or Cross-Country Course

2.5.5) Definition of B course competitors:
7000 Super Senior
7500 Legends
8000 Vet Amateur
9000 Senior Amateur
10000 Junior Over
11000 Women intermediate
12000 Junior Under
13000 Women Amateur

2.5.5) Competitors are responsible to manage their own time. As a courtesy the club may place on the course before time check to allow riders to manage their own time before cut-off. The scoring clock is always the official clock.

2.5.4) The definition between A and B course classes may be changed based on the majority of competitors in the class and the discretion of the Host Club.

2.5.5) A clock must be placed on the course, before time check to allow riders to time out before crossing the check. This clock must be placed in a location that allows riders to stop without impeding other riders.

2.5.6) Once the completion time for the B course has been reached, any rider on that course must take his place in the existing line up. If there are
still riders on the A course coming through the check, those riders must be allowed to bypass the lineup to proceed through the check.

2.5.7) Definition of a C Course – Approximately a 3-6km loop course for beginner riders learning to race.

2.5.8) Definition of C course competitors:
14000 Kids Intermediate
15000 Women’s Beginner
16000 Kids Junior

2.5.9) Definition of a D Course – Small 1km loop for younger, beginner kids recommended but not limited to kids aged 10 and under.

2.5.10) Definition of D course competitors:
15000 Kids Beginner
16000 Pee Wee

2.6) Host Club should allow competitors to walk the course if pre-riding is not allowed due to land use issues. This is done for both safety and to minimize home track advantage.

2.7) Two fully trained First Aid persons (Level 2) must be present at all events. If the PNWMA is arranging insurance, the Host Club must adhere to insurance
provider’s requirements or coverage will be voided.

2.8) Results must be posted half an hour (30 minutes) before trophy presentations, to allow for disputes. Postings must be done in a location accessible to all
competitors. Reposting time will be 5 minutes if the original half hour has lapsed.

2.8.1) The Host Club has no obligation to hear disputes after the trophies have been handed out.

2.9) Once a rider has left the start line, he/she may not change motorcycles. No ride switches shall be made. One rider per motorcycle (except team events).

2.9.1) At the start of the race the rider must attempt start his/her own bike without assistance. If the rider requires assistance after his/her line has left help will be allowed.

2.9.2) A competitor who stops racing to assist an injured person will receive an averaged score (“Good Samaritan Points”) as the discretion of the Host
Club and/or Competition Committee.

2.10) All courses are to be marked with arrows and wrong way markers, where ribbon is used only where arrows are not feasible. Each loop must have a minimum of two checks to prevent competitors from course cutting.  Riders must remain on the marked course.

2.10.1) Definition of a marked course:

The marked course is within 10 metres of race arrows. However, riders must stay within the confines of the following markers: Arrows on both sides of the trail, ribbons, signs, stakes, hay bales, barrels, motocross track, grass track, Endurocross track.

Riders encountering a traffic jam or bottleneck may push the 10 metre boundary by 1-2 metres to get around the bottleneck only, provided confining markers, as described above, are not present. However, the rider must re-enter the course as soon as possible, and upon approaching this section the next lap, the ride the original arrowed section if the track is clear. If the original marking devices are knocked down, the rider must stay on the original marked course regardless. A “bottleneck” is a section of the track that becomes impassable for any reason, with the exception of checkpoints.

2.11) The Host Club is responsible to perform a sound check, to keep sound levels of the competitors below 96dB. The meter is to be held at a 45-degree angle from the centerline at the same level as the highest exhaust port and at a distance of 50cm (20 in) from the end. The motorcycle is to be operated at half of its maximum revolutions per minute.

2.11.1) Any motorcycle failing a technical inspection for sound check may not race at the discretion of the Host Club and/or the PNWMA Sound Marshalls or Technical inspector. Any motorcycle failing three sound checks in a season will not be allowed to race until the motorcycle is able to pass the sound check. A conditional pass may be granted by the PN Executive/Competition Committee if prior arrangements are made.

2.12) The Host Club is responsible to perform a spark arrestor check prior to the start of the race. Motorcycles must have a US Forestry Service Approved spark arrestor or equivalent in place to prevent fires. The spark arrestor must in be place when the rider starts the race and throughout the race.

2.12.1) Any motorcycle failing inspection and is found to be without a spark arrestor may not race at the discretion of the Host Club and/or the PNWMA Race Committee.

2.13) The rider is responsible for the condition of his/her motorcycle, however, the Host Club, PNWMA Race Committee or Technical Inspector may refuse to allow any rider to start his motorcycle if it is not in safe operating condition.

2.13A)Riders must wear a minimum DOT approved helmet. (See Helmet certification article on the website, pnwma.com)

2.14) No tires with metal studs may be used.

2.15) A manual backup scoring system must be in use. Any variation of the current tag system used is acceptable. Minimum backup can be the recording of tag numbers in order of arrival to ascertain the order and laps of the riders

2.16) Host Club shall pre-ride the course the morning of the event to ensure the course is safe and the marking is complete.

4.1) Any competitors unaffiliated with any club may request a sponsoring club or a member of the executive to act on their behalf regarding concerns over the Off-Road Series. However competitors doing so must have a valid Competition License.

4.2) No competitor at any time ride in a manner, which endangers the safety of other competitors, officials or the public, and when in violation of this rule shall be subject to immediate disqualification and suspension by the Host Club.

4.3) Competitors must remain on the marked course (See the definition of “marked course” in 2.10.1). A competitor leaving the course can only continue in the event by returning to the point where he/she left the course.

4.3.1) If a rider cuts the course or misses a check, a penalty of disqualification, up to 5 positions in the results or the removal of one lap may apply. This penalty will be decided by the Competition Committee.

4.3.2) Where double course markings are used on both sides of the course, riders MUST stay between them. (ex: four arrows, two on each tree on either side). Penalty is disqualification.

4.4) No competitor shall ride backwards on the course. Violators will be subject to immediate disqualification.

4.5) No competitor will be allowed to compete when under the influence of any intoxicant or drug, which can affect their mental or physical ability.

4.6) Any competitor that defaces, changes or destroys markers wilfully shall be disqualified from the event.

4.7) All competitors are responsible for the actions of their pit crew and may face penalties for their actions.

4.8) All competitors must ensure that their motorcycles meet the technical requirements for racing which are;

4.8.1) Possession a United States Forestry Service (USFS) approved spark arrester or equivalent.

4.8.2) An exhaust system, which is able to meet a 96dB sound requirement.

4.8.3) Failure to meet the requirements listed in subsections 1 and 2, may result in disqualification and or removal from the event, by either the PNWMA
Competition Committee or the Host Club.

4.9) The transponder must be placed as requested and is the responsibility of the rider.

4.10) Machines must be shut off when refueling.

4.11) A finisher is a rider who crosses the finish line after cut-off with the correct number of checks.

4.12) Absolutely NO smoking will be permitted in the fuelling area (pit lane).

4.13) Use of tear-offs is to be discouraged. Preference is for a roll-off system with one tear-off for starts.

4.14) Competitors can have numbers on their motorcycles. It is recommended that they use the last three digits of their transponder/license number and the color scheme outlined below. Riders may also use their position in the overall series from the previous year if they were in the top ten riders. This is transferable between classes.

5.1) A club must provide contact information and payment of fees to the PNWMA.  Then their event will be included in the PNWMA calendar as an off-road event.

5.1.1) Club dues, calendar dates and other information for the following season are to be submitted to the PNWMA no later than December 1st of this year.

5.2) Two or more representatives of the Competition Committee must either enter the event or witness it’s operation and examine it for its suitability for inclusion into the Off-Road Series.

5.3) The Competition Committee will vote to include the event into the Off-Road Series in the following calendar year.

5.4) If a club is denied access into the Off-Road Series reasons for the decision will be given to the club.

5.5) A Competition Committee club may co-organize an event with a non-committee club to bypass the one year requirement. But do so with the understanding that the Competition Committee club holds all responsibility for the event and may be subject to any penalties incurred.

5.6) All Clubs must sign an affidavit declaring that they have read and understood the PNWMA Rules and Regulations and the PNWMA Arrowing Guidelines.

6.1) It is highly recommended that any complaints made concerning off-road series events should be made to the Host Club first. Complaints to the PN Executive
must be made in written or typed form and signed by the complaining parties. No other evidence or testimony will be allowed. One member of the complaining party must be a valid Competition License holder.

6.1.1) Complaints will only be heard concerning the actions of the Host Club and its members, these complaints shall be directed to the Competition
Committee. Complaints concerning the behavior of other competitors will be heard at the Competition Committee’s discretion.

6.1.2) The Competition Committee is not required to act upon complaints concerning scorecards. It is the responsibility of the competitors in the event to ensure that their tags are properly marked upon leaving the checkpoint.

6.2) The testimony will be forwarded to the Host Club unedited for rebuttal. If deemed necessary by the Competition Committee, the Host Club will be placed on
probationary status for the following season. Fines may be levied by the Competition Committee depending on the severity of the complaint.

6.3) If the Host Club receives similar complaints in the following season and shows little or no sign of improvement, then the PN Executive at the following meeting can vote to remove the Host Club from the Off-Road Series.

7.1) Posters are to be submitted to the Scoring Team for approval prior to publishing

7.2) All posters for PNWMA Off-Road events require a warning about sound and spark arrestors as per Rule, otherwise the posters would not be posted on the PN website and not posted in mail-outs.

The wording of the warning should be; “Spark Arrestors Mandatory – Motorcycles must meet a 96db sound limit”. The “Less Sound = More Ground” logo can be
used. Figure 1.) Less Sound = More Ground logo

Sunday is the big Race Day, and starting in 2022 the series will expand to include Junior and Kids races on Saturdays.

The Race Poster or Website should outline the specific dates, times and location of the race.

Pre-Entry for the races opens 4 or more weeks before the race. Check the PN website for the links.

Sunday Races A and B Classes

Sunday Morning Race Day Check in: (8:30-10am)

Set out a Forms Table:
• PN will supply the forms and a bucket of pens
• Yellow Card – PN Race License and Waiver (once a year)
• Blue Card – Race Entry and Waiver (every race)
• Covid Waiver

PN Check In Table:
• PN will take in the yellow form and ensure the waivers are signed
• Take money for Licenses
• Issue an RFID tag or check existing
• Issue a front plate number sticker
• Issue a leather tag for the throttle side of your handlebar

Host Club Race Entry Table:
• Host Club takes blue forms
• Collect Race Entry Fees
• Issue Race Swag (T-Shirts, etc)

Riders Meeting: (10:30am)

• Horn will sound to indicate start of riders meeting.
• Usually held at promoters tent or sign in area.

A and B Classes Race Start: (11:00am)

• Racers line up according to starting order:
• Masters
• Expert
• Vet Expert
• Senior Expert
• Intermediate
• Women’s Expert
• Super Senior
• Legends
• Veteran Amateur
• Senior Amateur
• Junior Over
• Women’s Intermediate
• Junior Under
• Women’s Amateur

• Each class starts a few seconds after the previous class.
• PN Scoring team checks off all racers as the starting check
B Cutoff:  2Hrs after race start
A Cutoff:  2.5hrs after race start

Awards: (4:00pm)

• Horn will sound to indicate start of awards.
• Times may vary depending on promoter and whether all racers are off the course.

 Saturday Races C and D Classes

C and D Classes
Sunday Morning Race Day Check in: (8:30-10am)

Sunday Morning Race Day Check in: (8:30-10am)

Set out a Forms Table:
• PN will supply the forms and a bucket of pens
• Yellow Card – PN Race License and Waiver (once a year)
• Blue Card – Race Entry and Waiver (every race)
• Covid Waiver

PN Check In Table:
• PN will take in the yellow form and ensure the waivers are signed
• Take money for Licenses
• Issue an RFID tag or check existing
• Issue a front plate number sticker
• Issue a leather tag for the throttle side of your handlebar

Host Club Race Entry Table:
• Host Club takes blue forms
• Collect Race Entry Fees
• Issue Race Swag (TShirts, etc)

Riders Meeting: (10:30am)

• Horn will sound to indicate start of riders meeting.
• Usually held at promoters tent or sign in area.

D Classes Race Start: (11:00am)

Racers line up according to starting order:

• Pee Wee Expert,
• Kids Beginner

• Cutoff at 45 minutes

C Classes Race Start: (12:30pm)

Racers line up according to starting order:
• Kids Junior
• Womens Beginner
• Kids Intermediate

Cutoff at 75 minutes

Awards: (4:00pm)

• Horn will sound to indicate start of awards.
• Times may vary depending on promoter and whether all racers are off the course

Decide which Class to race in

There are 22 Classes in the BCORCS series. There are classes for all ages and skill levels from Peewees to Pros. Please read the descriptions of each class (listing below) and choose based on your skill level and race experience, and age restrictions. If you are unsure of what class you should choose, reach out to us at [email protected].

Obtain a Race License

License registration is online through MotoTally. Click the link below to purchase your race license. Enter a request for your race number. The race number assigned will have a class prefix and we try to get as close to your requested number as possible. Annual Licenses are $50 each, $60 for a Family (children must live at home). Weekend licenses are $20 each, $30 for a Family. Register Now at pnwma.com/registration .

Sign the Waiver

Make sure as part of the signup, sign the online digital waiver at pnwma.com/waiver.

Race Numbers

Watch your email for notice of Series Registration confirmation and your assigned annual racing number. It is not required to put your race number on your bike for the BCORCS Series.

Pre-Enter a race

Pre-Entry for each race opens 2-4 weeks before the race and closes the Thursday before race weekend. If you miss pre-entry, you may enter at check in on the day.

Race Day Schedule

Schedules vary by races and events. Below is a typical race day schedule:

Saturday races:

Sign up and check in 8:30am – 10am

Riders Meeting 10:30am

D Class Start 11:00am, duration 45 mins, no minimum racing time requirement

C Class Start 12:00pm, duration 75 mins, no minimum racing time requirement

Trophies: 4pm

Sunday Races:

Sign up and check in 8:30am – 10am

Riders Meeting 10:30am

A Class Start 11:00am, minimum racing time 2.5hrs.

A Specials Start 11:00am, minimum racing time 2hrs.

B Class Start 11:00am, minimum racing time 2hrs.

Trophies: 4pm

Check-In on Race Day

Check in with timing. Bring your helmet.

Pick up your transponder (if you don’t have one), handlebar tag, and race sticker.

All competitors must ensure that their motorcycles meet technical requirements. You will be required to take the motorcycle through tech inspection prior to sign up.

• USFS approved spark arrestor
• Exhaust system to meet 96db sound requirement

Attending Riders Meeting is Mandatory for all racers.

Racing

Line up to start with your class. An official will check you off at the start.

Once rider has left the start line, he/she may not change motorcycles. No ride switches can be made.

Remain on marked course (Definition of marked course is outline above in rule 2.10.1), if you leave you must return and continue from where you left.

• Use good sportsmanship.
• Let faster racers pass, gently make room but do not make sudden moves in your line. A faster racer will know how to get around you.
• Pass slower racers in a safe manor.
• Slow down and stop at checkpoints.
• No cutting the course or missing checkpoints. No defacing, changing or destroying markers.
• Report any injuries of other riders to next checkpoint.
• No riding under the influence of anything other than adrenaline!
• Off Road Racing is a demanding sport and accidents can happen. While there are sweepers out there to help you stay safe you may be stuck alone before they arrive.

No riding backwards on the course, under any circumstances, you can be badly injured.

In the pits…

• First gear only in the pits.
• Your machine must be shut off while refueling.

Finishing the Race

A Class Riders will race for a minimum of 150 mins*

B Class Riders will race for a minimum of 120 mins*

C Class Riders will race for 75 mins, no minimum racing time, must complete one lap for points*

D Class Riders will race for a minimum of 45 mins, no minimum racing time, must complete one lap for points *

* Typical times, listen carefully at riders meeting as each race can vary.

A&B’s Minimum Racing Time:

• A racer must complete one lap to be counted in the results.  The race is done when the leather tag is pulled at the scoring tent.

• Attention: If you do not go through the scoring lane after cut-off you will be marked as DNF.

***IMPORTANT***

You MUST return your RACE TAG to timekeeper if you decide to DNF or DNS.

Results will be posted once the race is completed and all racers tags are turned in and returned safely. After posting you only have 30 minutes to dispute. Please bring your dispute to the scoring tent who will find you a PN Racing Committee Executive. Disputes cannot be handled after the 30-minute period.

Trophies are given for top 3 places and may go to the top 1/3rd placings for larger classes (at club discretion). Ceremonies start after dispute period is over. There is usually lots of goodies and prizes, stick around!!

See the Race Results

Within 24hrs of the race finish the results will be posted here: pnwma.com/results 

Series Points and Standing

Points are awarded for each placing in a race and added at the end of the year for all races. Racers will have one throwaway race each season, provided the racer has completed 5 races. Races can be cancelled due to weather or other factors and will change the race counts. Attend every race, the promoters work hard to put on races!
Points are assigned as follows:

Series standings are updated after each race and posted here: https://www.moto-tally.com/BCORCS/Standings.aspx

A full list of PNWMA rules are listed here (link to rules)

We’re here to help! Email us at [email protected] if you have questions!