Racer’s Guide to Racing
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 at pnwma.com/classes 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].
SIGN UP FOR RACING IN 3 STEPS:
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 $75 each for an A/B license or $40 for a C/D license. Family licenses are $100 for the first family member and $15 for each additional. Weekend licenses are $40 each for A/B classes and $25 for C/D classes.
Register Now at pnwma.com/registration .
Sign the online digital waiver at pnwma.com/waiver.
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-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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Completing a Race and Cut-off Time
- The racer must complete one lap to be counted in the results.
- The race keeps going until after the racer’s class Cut-off time. The race is done when the leather tag is pulled at the scoring tent.
- “Timing Out”: There is no more “Timing Out” since the 2024 season. If you finish your first lap and wish to stop you can hand in your tag and head back to your truck, you will be scored in the points based on where you placed. If when you finish a lap the cut-off for your class has not yet happened, you can keep racing for another lap. As long as you complete that next lap you will be in front of all the racers who stopped and handed in their tag with fewer completed laps.
***IMPORTANT***
You MUST return your RACE TAG to timekeeper if you decide to stop! Otherwise we will search for you on the course!
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!!
Within 24hrs of the race finish the results will be posted here: pnwma.com/results
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:
|
Finish |
Points |
Finish |
Points |
Finish |
Points |
|
1 |
30 |
8 |
13 |
15 |
6 |
|
2 |
25 |
9 |
12 |
16 |
5 |
|
3 |
21 |
10 |
11 |
17 |
4 |
|
4 |
18 |
11 |
10 |
18 |
3 |
|
5 |
16 |
12 |
9 |
19 |
2 |
|
6 |
15 |
13 |
8 |
20 |
1 |
|
7 |
14 |
14 |
7 |
20+ |
1 |
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!
A Course Classes – The A Course is typically a 20-60km loop. A combination of trails from intermediate to very difficult trails.
1000 – Masters – 1000 numbers
- Minimum racing time 2.5hr
- Fastest riders, any age, any size engine.
- Permission required to enter this class.
2000 – Expert
- Minimum racing time 2.5hr
- Fast riders, any size engine.
3000 – Vet Expert
- Minimum racing time 2.5hr
- Fast riders 30-39 years, any size engine.
4000- Senior Expert
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- Fast riders 40-49 years, any size engine.
5000 – Intermediate
- Minimum racing time 2.5hr
- Experience riders, any size engine.
6000 – Women Expert
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- Fast riders, any size engine. A course.
B Course Classes – The B Course is typically, a 20-40 km loop, a combination of easy to difficult trails, but not extreme.
7000 – Super Senior
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- 50 years or olders, any size engine.
7500 – Legends
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- 60 years or older, any size engine.
8000 – Vet Amateur
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- 30-39 years, any size engine.
9000 – Senior Amateur
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- 40-49 years, any size engine.
10000 – Junior Over
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- Novice and beginners, 16 years or older, any size engine.
11000 – Women Intermediate
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- Novice to experienced women, any size engine.
12000 – Junior Under
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- Novice and beginners ready to take on the B Course, 15 years or younger, any size engine.
13000 – Women Amateur
- Minimum racing time 2.0hr
- Novice and beginners ready to take on the B course, any size engine.
C Course Classes (Saturday Races) – For beginners and smaller racers who want to try racing. Typically a 5km loop.
14000 – Kids Intermediate
- Minimum Racing Time 1-1:15hr
- 65cc and up. Kids who are ready to try more difficult terrain. Age under <16.
- Please Note: Racers may only participate in one Saturday class race. C class racers may enter a B Class Race on Sunday with a purchase of an additional race license. The Competition Committee must approve the additional license and reserves the right to refuse any class entry.
15000 – Womens Beginner
- Minimum Racing Time 1:15hr
- Restricted to beginner female riders. Age 13+
- Racers may only participate in one Saturday class race. C class racers may enter a B Class Race on Sunday with a purchase of an additional race license. The Competition Committee must approve the additional license and reserves the right to refuse any class entry.
16000 – Kids Junior
- Minimum Racing Time 1:15hr
- 65cc and up. Kids who have racing experience
D Course Classes (Saturday Races) – smaller loop for young racers, typically 1-2kms.
17000 – Kids Beginner
- Minimum racing time 45-60min
- Recommended: First time clutch users and first-time racers. Manual clutch bike must be used. Will be limited to 19″-16″ tires, no full-size bikes allowed in this class. Age <16
18000 – PeeWee
- Minimum racing time 45-60min
- Recommended: Maximum 50cc 2-stroke and 110cc 4-stroke, automatic clutch minibikes. Age under <12