January 23, 2015

Forgotten Era Race at 2015 Tandragee 100

Forgotten Era Race at 2015 Tandragee 100

This is on Behalf of RJ Woolsey Clerk of The Course, Tandragee 100

This year we will be having a Forgotton Era race, we had planned to cap the cc to 350, and run with classics, however that will not be happening as this request was not brought up at the Inter-centre Conference meeting.
so they have been passed to run with 125/400s, however if we get 25 to 53 entries we will give you your own race………those who are interested should focus on the regs below, also, make sure and go to the last flag seminar, and experienced ex racers will also have to do any short circuit events b4 you apply for your road race licence, or a track day which i can organise no problem, it would be great to see a few oldies out again, and lift the sport further.
With regards this year’s PARADE LAP it is requested by MCUI(UC) that all paraders MUST have at least a road bike licence before entering, or an MCUI road racing licence………..so get on the ball now everyone, & be ready come May time. Forgotton Era Regs below……….(same as UGP a few years ago) SPREAD THE WORD because this class at road racing has been offered before, but didn’t materialize. ARMOY are also showing interest in this class, they will probably look at what happens at the Tandragee 100 to see if its worth their while……REGS BELOW:

MCUI FORGOTTEN ERA CLASSES & REGULATIONS
CATEGORY A: POST CLASSIC TWIN SHOCK
1. Machines manufactured between 1.1.1963 and 31.12.1978
2. Water Cooled machines are permitted with the exception of TZ Yamahas and RG Suzuki’s
3. Water cooled kits are permitted if available to the public in the period (1963-1978)
4. No external modifications to cylinders, castings and casings.
5. Reed Valves not permitted if not fitted as standard.
6. Frames to be manufactured before cut off date (31.12.78) or bona fide copy.
7. Alternative swinging arms are permitted if available within the period, no modifications allowed to the design to accommodate wider rear tyre.
8. Dual Shock absorber, rear suspension of a type generally available. Mono shock is prohibited.
9. Front Forks and mechanical anti dive if fitted must be of a type and model used in the era.
10. Any front brake (or period replacement) may be used. Floating discs are prohibited. Rear drum brake must be retained if fitted as standard.
11. Any carburettor available within the period including power jets are permitted.
12. Megaphone and expansion chamber exhausts are permitted (All must comply with current MCUI noise regulations)
13. Wheels to be wire spoke unless otherwise fitted as standard by the manufacturer. (Riders must be aware of the dangers of using elderly cast wheels).
14. Maximum permitted tyre widths are 125 cc =3” 250/350 cc =3” 500 cc =5” 501-1300 cc =7”
15. Ignition unit any type allowed.
16. The competitor is requested to style their machine to resemble racing machines of the era. Suitable seats, tanks, and fairings are readily available.

CATEGORY B: CLASSIC GRAND PRIX
A category for factory produced racing machines up to 350cc
1. No Converted Road Machines.
2. Machines shall be in “as produced trim” and be fitted with fairings and clip on handlebars.
3. 125 cc Single cylinder machines up to 1986 only. No aluminium framed Hondas allowed.
4. 125 cc disc vale twins all years and suspension types allowed.
5. 250 cc machines up to Dec 1984.
6. 350 cc machines up to Dec 1981.
7. Aluminium frames are permitted: they must be a direct replica of a steel frame and made of box section construction. (No
bean type frames)
8. Alternative but period and replica brake components may be used.
9. Free choice of wheel type and design (18” diameter and 3” max width)
10. Noise limit 102dba

CATEGORY C: CLASSIC SUPERBIKES
For factory produced racing machines of an unlimited capacity: to include TT Formula 1 & 2 machines.
1. 250 cc machines manufactured for use in Great Britain prior to Dec 1987
2. No Converted road machines except where applicable to Formula one & two machines. Machines shall be in road trim with
fairings and clip on bars. TT formula 2 machines shall be in a race chassis (No LC’s in road going frames)
3. Four stroke machines to be two valves per cylinder.
4. 350 cc machines to use alloy or steel frames manufactured before 31.12.87 or bona fide copy.
5. The use of upside down forks is prohibited.
6. Wheels: free choice
Riders please note that in all classes
A) Tyre warmers are not allowed
B) No Wet weather or slick tyres allowed
C) The onus on eligibility for any component or modification lies with the competitor.
D) Each machine entered must have the correct Transponder fitted (Tran x 260) and a Suitable Toe Guard must be in place
All classes must comply with MCUI Noise limits maximum 105dba (leniency will be shown at a 1 day event.

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