AME RULE BOOK

AME Race Rule Book

Contact Information:
    •    AME Race Department
    •    Phone: (904) 610-0197
    •    Email: ktmj@aol.com
    •    Website: ameminicross.com

Registration:
    •    Pre-Registration: Secure your race entry and number at ameminicross.com. The deadline is a few hours prior to the event.
    •    Trackside Registration: Accepted until the start of practice on race day with a $10 extra charge per class.

Eligibility:
    •    Director’s Discretion: The Director reserves the right to refuse entry to any rider.
    •    Membership: AME membership is required to race.
    •    Age & Skill Requirements: Riders must be age-appropriate and skilled for the class entered.
    •    Class Minimum: 5 riders are required to make a class. AME reserves the right to combine classes with fewer than 5 riders.
    •    Safety Gear: Riders must have the correct safety gear, including long-sleeve jerseys, helmets, boots, and goggles.
    •    Rider Meeting: Riders must attend the riders’ meeting.
    •    Age Protest: Birth certificate (original certified copy) or passport must be presented within 7 days upon request for age verification.
    •    Parent/Guardian: A parent or guardian must sign all releases and stay at the track for the duration of the event. A valid driver’s license or photo ID is required.
    •    Age Definition: Age is based on January 1st of the current year.

Racing Numbers:
    •    Pre-Registration: Pre-registered riders have race number preference (first come, first serve).
    •    Trackside Registration: Numbers are on a first-come, first-served basis.
    •    Riders must display their number on all three plates.

Class Specifications:
    •    Race Director’s Discretion: The Race Director may advance any rider to a higher class at any time.
    •    Starter Class: For first-time racers. Riders who score 3 wins should move to the beginner class. Exemptions may be made based on age or skill level.
    •    Exemption Request Fee: $25
    •    Beginner Class: For riders with up to 1 year of racing experience. Riders with 3 wins should consider advancing to age-group classes.
    •    Exemptions may be given by the Race Director based on age or skill level.
    •    Junior Class (when offered): For riders with 1 year or or more racing experience. Riders who score 5 wins will move to age-group or open classes.
    •    Exemptions may be given by the Race Director based on age or skill level.

STACYC General Rules:
    •    Start Line: Pushing riders off the start line in all classes (including Stacyc classes) is forbidden. Rider crew must be off the start gates when the 15-second board is raised.
    •    Penalty: Disqualification from the race.
    •    Backup Batteries: Riders should have backup batteries (available for purchase at registration).
    •    Race Format: Depends on the specific event (refer to Stacyc racing menu).
    •    Age Definition: Age is based on January 1st of the current year.
    •    Equipment:
    •    Helmet & Shoes: Required at all times.
    •    Recommended Gear: STACYC footrests, gloves, elbow pads, knee pads, and eye protection.
    •    Shoelaces: Must be tied and kept away from the motor and drive system.
    •    Prohibited Gear: No barefoot riding or sandals.
    •    Clothing: Long-sleeved shirt and long pants are required.
    •    Cycle Sizes: 12-inch cycles are allowed to race in the 16-inch class, but 16-inch cycles cannot race in the 12-inch class.

STACYC Equipment Rules:
    •    Super Stacyc Class:
(when offered )
    High voltage batteries (over 21V), suspension, and engine/frame modifications are permitted.
    •    Recommended for expert racers only !

    •    Stacyc Stock Class:
    •    Stock drivetrain required.
    •    Brushless motors allowed in 16-inch only.
    •    Aftermarket wheel bearings, disk brakes, handlebars, grips, levers, tires, chains, and seats are permitted.
    •    Stacyc Modified Class:
    •    All modifications allowed except batteries over 21V.
    •    Effective 6/1/2023: No LiPo or batteries exceeding 21V in modified classes.

Mini Cycle Equipment Rules:
    •    50cc Modified Class:
    •    Max age: 9 years old.
    •    Maximum 61 cc
open or mod classes .
    •    Cylinder head, carb, exhaust, and electronics mods permitted.
    •    Must retain standard OEM wheel size.
    •    Standard KTM E2, Honda CRF50, and Suzuki JR50 are eligible for all PW classes.
    •    E-2 Stock Class:
    •    Modified controllers or batteries disqualify the bike for E-2 Stock Class.
    •    Modified E-2 eligible classes :
stacyc open ( stacyc track )
stacyc open ( stadium track)
pw open
pw open stock
Mini E open
50cc girls

Modified E-2 Not Eligible

Micro E-2
pw 2-4 starter stock
pw 4-over Beg stock
    •    Penalty: Disqualification for modified controllers or batteries in the E-2 Stock Class.

Mini Cycle Stock/Limited Class Rules:
    •    Stock Components scutinized:  
    •    Stock piston, pipe, silencer, air box, and oil injection (for PW Limited class).
    •    Stock carb and electronics (no modifications).
    •    No altered flywheels or stators.

Rider & Equipment Exemptions:
    •    Smaller displacement bikes may race in larger displacement classes (e.g., 50cc in 65cc, 65cc in 85cc).
    •    Riders may race in a more advanced class for experience or as a second class.
    •    Class Movement: Riders who win a higher class may face advancement review.

Pit Guidelines:
    •    Follow all COVID-19 guidelines.
    •    Respect others (riders, families, officials, flaggers, etc.).
    •    Trackside Behavior: Never cross the track during a race, no foul language, and no crutches on the track.
    •    Trash: Dispose of trash in approved containers.
    •    Equipment: No open-toe shoes or crutches allowed.
    •    Pets: Must be leashed or properly contained.

Drug and Alcohol Policy:
    •    Intoxicants or drugs that affect performance are prohibited.
    •    Performance-Enhancing Drugs: One-year ban for violations.
    •    Riders must submit to blood tests (protest fee: $750).
    •    Refusal results in disqualification.

Track Rules:
    •    Only officially entered riders allowed on the track.
    •    Cutting the Track: Violation results in last gate pick.
    •    Riding in the Wrong Direction: Not allowed.
    •    Repairs: Only allowed in the pit area.
    •    Re-Entry: Riders must re-enter the track safely.
    •    Endangerment: Endangering others will lead to disqualification.
    •    Communication Systems: Two-way helmet communication systems permitted during practice/racing.

Starting Line:
    •    Rider must be with their bike at the start.
    •    Crew Restrictions: Only one rider and one mechanic allowed in staging.
    •    Gate Prep: Prep tools allowed within 10 feet of the gate.
    •    Bike Issues: Bikes with mechanical problems before the start are ineligible to compete.

Flags:
    •    Checkered Flag: Race complete.
    •    White Flag: One lap remaining.
    •    Yellow Flag: Caution – no passing.
    •    Red Flag: Race stopped.
    •    Black Flag: Disqualification – report to the Race Director.

Race Format:
    •    Practice Requirement: Riders must attend their designated practice to be eligible for racing.
    •    Scoring & Points:
    •    1st: 25 points
    •    2nd: 20 points
    •    3rd: 15 points
    •    4th: 10 points
    •    5th: 5 points
    •    Tiebreakers: Based on class wins, with the final tiebreaker being the best finish at the final round.

Disqualification:
    •    Falsifying age, ability, or name.
    •    Offering bribes.
    •    Engaging in unfair practices or dangerous riding.
    •    Verbal/physical altercations with officials or others.
    •    Refusal to submit to mechanical inspection.

Suspension up to one year :

This includes families and crew of riders :

•Fighting or aggressive behavior towards other racers families crew staff or promoters

• Verbal attacks towards other racers families crew staff or promoters

• social media attacks  towards other racers families crew staff or promoters

racers families crew staff or affiliate’s who are found to be under influence of alcohol or drugs track side .

•any act deemed detrimental to the sport and or to ame minicross .

Protests:
    •    Submission: All protests must be in writing and submitted within 10 minutes of race finish.

Rider must be in the same class as rider or machine being protested .
    •    Protest Fees:
    •    Starter/Beginner Eligibility: $100
    •    Stacyc Sprocket Protest: $25
    •    Age Protest: $25
    •    Piston Size Protest: $100
    •    Winning Party: Receives 50% of the protest fee.
    •    Payment: Fees payable by cash only.