Race School
Purpose
To introduce the first time Motorcycle Drag Racer to the sport, with instruction by seasoned motorcycle drag racers. The 1st time racer will learn terminology, technical requirements, licencing requirements and more importantly race procedure in a safe and professional environment. The novice racer will graduate from these classes with a “full timed ¼ mile pass” on a professional track.
What is a Drag Race?
A drag race is an acceleration contest from a standing start between two motorcycles over a measured distance, either 1/8 or 1/4 mile. This contest is started by the activation of a ”tree” (an electronic timing device.) Upon leaving the starting line a contestant activates a timer in his or her lane which measures the racers progress throughout the length of the race to the finish line. This timing includes Reaction Time (how fast you leave the starting line) E.T. (elapsed time, the time between breaking the start beam and the finish beam) and the top speed of the bike.
Who can Drag Race?
Almost anyone can compete in drag racing. Racers are required to have a valid motorcycle riders licence and be a member of the CMDRA. Riders must be fully capable of the safe operation of a motorcycle, and the motorcycle must pass a technical inspection before being allowed on the track. Motorcycles must have good tires and brakes etc. Faster, and all-out race bikes and racers must meet more stringent requirements as outlined in the CMDRA Rulebook.
Safety
The Racer is responsible for the safety of both motorcycle and its operation. The Track operator’s responsibility is in providing a safe track and facility. The CMDRA produces a rulebook, which defines the conduct of the person (owner, racer and crew) who are allowed to use the track. Close observance to the Rulebook is fundamental to all persons involved in motorcycle drag racing.
Duration 1 hour.
Starting Time:
9:00 am Saturday on race weekends, confirm with the schedule on the events page for the race you plan on attending
Meeting Place:
After registering at the CMDRA booth, proceed to the Staging Lanes.
Introductions:
Instructors will explain basic Drag Racing Principles, including track layout, water box, the “tree”, courtesy staging, tech requirements, time slips, safety equipment, Rulebook, and a brief history of the CMDRA.
Staging and Test 'n' Tune:
Participants will proceed to the Staging Lanes and observe racers during the scheduled test n tune; question and answers are encouraged at this stage.
Sample Time Slip
The Tower:
A tour of the starting line and the tower (time and class size permitting) Then back to the staging lanes to observe 2 time trials with experienced Street or Superbike Racers from water box burnout, staging sequence, start and full-pass. Instructors will explain Pre-Stage, Stage, Launch, position of timing lights, Exits, Return Road, E.T. Shack, Scales
The First Pass:
Participants are now ready to make their first attempt at the “tree” and pass on a Drag Race Track.
It is the hope of the CMDRA and the Trev Deeley Foundation that the participants, having undergone instruction from the “pro’s” will come back for more, becoming part of the growing sport of Motorcycle Drag Racing at a fully sanctioned and safe race facility, and promote the sport, taking it “to the track” rather than the street.
