1. Welcome to AMA Class “B” Motocross Referee Training

2. AMA “B” Motocross Referee Training This next level of Referee Training is available to AMA members who have successfully completed the “C” Level Referee Training. Referee B training will focus on the rules that apply to Motocross. You will have a greater understanding of how to interpret and apply the rules in a fair and consistent manner. The first rule of being a professional is to always have a rulebook and any supplemental rules for the meet with you and refer to them before making any type of ruling.

3. Competing for the #1 plate…the AMA experience is second to none! AMA “B” Motocross Referee Training Topics I.Introduction II. Fundamentals III.Test IV.What’s next?

4. Introductions  Motocross  Arenacross  ATV motocross  Classification  Amateur  Youth  National Advancement System  Criteria  Homologation  Minicycles  Motorcycles  Classes  Modified  Limited  General Equipment Standards  Protests  Official Duties and Responsibilities  Promoter Duties and Responsibilities

5. Motocross Meets  Motocross is held on dirt on a closed course made up of natural terrain and man made obstacles. Typically the race will be between 10 and 30 minutes long where riders will race in two “moto’s”. Their finishes in each moto will be added together for an “overall” finish position with the last moto being used to break ties.  Classes are typically broken down by riders ability (classification), bike displacement and riders age with the option of running limited and modified classes.

6.  Arenacross is held on dirt on a tight closed course in an arena made entirely of man made obstacles. Arena Cross uses an “elimination” format with heats, semi’s and a final event. Races are short in comparison to motocross and may last only a few short minutes with the exception of the finals that last between 5 to 15 minutes or a pre determined amount laps.  Like Motocross, classes are typically broken down by riders ability (classification), bike displacement and riders age. Arenacross Meets

7.  ATV (All Terrain vehicle) Motocross is held on dirt on a closed course made up of natural terrain and man made obstacles. Typically the race will be between 10 and 30 minutes long where riders will race in two “moto’s”. Their finishes in each moto will be added together for an “overall” finish position with the last moto being used to break ties.  Classes are typically broken down by riders ability (classification), bike displacement and riders age with the option of running production and/or modified classes. ATV Motocross

8. Amateur Riders and Classifications: The AMA, on the basis of participation and achievement in competition, shall classify riders unless otherwise provided by AMA rules. A rider who hasn't been previously classified by the AMA will have his or her rider classification determined by the district, or by the meet referee in unrecognized districts. Youth Rider Classifications: A rider’s age on Jan. 1 will determine their age for the remainder of the year. A rider may move to the next higher age class in the Youth Division only if they will be eligible to do so at any time during the year. Once a rider moves to the next higher age class in AMA or non-AMA competition, they may not move back to the lower age class without AMA approval. Motocross

9. National Advancement System  Riders will receive advancement points for participation in all AMA sanctioned motocross, Arenacross, Stadium motocross (or any similar activity) meets. AMA riders advance from one classification to the next through their successful participation in AMA sanctioned meets.  Advancement points will be calculated from Nov. 1 st to Oct. 31 st each year.  All C or Youth riders carrying an RPV of 15.0 or higher will be advanced to the B class.  All C riders carrying an RPV of 13.0 or higher and raced C the previous two calendar years will be advanced to the B class.  All B riders that are at least 16 years of age as of October 31 st of the current year carrying an RPV of 15.0 or higher will be advanced to the A class. Motocross

10. Approval of Motorcycles/Minicycles  0-112cc Limited Class For a minicycle to be homologated, the manufacturer must apply to the AMA, register the machine's specifications, provide photographs, OEM parts list, provide 10 identical machines of the same year and model for AMA Inspection and an additional 65 identical machines of the same year and model are manufactured and available for sale to the general public through a distributor network by April 15th of the current model year.  113cc and up Limited Class To be approved for AMA-sanctioned competition, motorcycles (engines and frames) must be available through retail distributors. Motocross

11. Limited Class Additional Equipment Standards  To be eligible for a LIMITED CLASS, the following can't be changed or modified. (see limited class chart in the rulebook)  Violations of the limited class rules as determined by the protest process or by the referee of the event will result in disqualification from the event. A second violation of the limited class rules will result in a disqualification from the event and a suspension from AMA competition for one year. Changes that are cosmetic in nature are allowed so long as there is no performance advantage. Motocross

12. General Equipment Standards  Equipment used in sanctioned competition must meet the following standards, except as otherwise specifically provided for in this rule book.  Refer to items 1.2 Section C in the rulebook. Motocross

13. Protests There are two types of protests: 1.Protests that relate to motorcycles and components are either visual or technical in nature where some type of measuring device or teardown procedure is needed to confirm compliance or noncompliance. 2.All other protests will be defined as administrative. There is no fee for an administrative protest. For each protest, $50 per item or component protested.  In addition to the protest fee(s), the following teardown fees will apply for a technical protest requiring measurement or teardown of an engine: 2-stroke: $150. 4-stroke: $300.  An additional $100 is required for measurement of any engine that must be removed from the frame for inspection. Motocross

14. Officials Duties and Responsibilities Referee: The referee is the principal officer of a meet, acting as general supervisor. He doesn't, however, carry out the duties of any other official. The referee must be introduced at the riders meeting and be available throughout the protest period. It is the promoter’s responsibility to appoint a referee who is well qualified. The event referee may not compete in the meet. The referee’s duties are:  To determine if all other appropriate officials are present and to ensure they are performing their duties properly.  To make a full written report about the meet and forward it to the AMA with properly signed releases within 14 days after the meet and to the appropriate district official if so required. Motocross

15. Officials Duties and Responsibilities Organizer: The organizer is an AMA-chartered club or chartered promoter conducting, proposing to hold or organizing a meet. The organizers responsibilities are:  It is the responsibility of the organizer to ensure compliance with all rules relating or directed to safety and to otherwise act to promote the safety of the meet.  It's the responsibility of the organizer to purchase the required liability insurance and to send a copy to the AMA within 10 business days prior to the meet. Motocross

16. AMA “B” Motocross Referee Training Decisions and applying the rulebook: It is far better to delay making a decision until you have talked to all parties involved and gathered any information needed to make a solid, informed decision. A decision made in haste is usually not a good decision. Answers to all of the questions are available in the AMA Racing rulebook. We do not want or expect you to remember all of the rules, but rather that you know where to look for them in the rulebook. Let’s begin the test and continue on our way to becoming a better qualified Referee. The test is open book and 75% correct is a passing grade.

17. AMA Referee Training What’s next? We believe that knowledgeable officials are what will propel your meet and our sport to the next level. We thank you for your commitment to being that Referee that takes the time and is committed to providing a fair and level playing field for all AMA members. Our next level of training will be the “A” level. These Referees will be the officials of AMA Major Event, Featured Event and National Championship. Begin using your knowledge of the AMA Racing Rulebook and apply the rules in an impartial and consistent manner to all levels of competitors. That is the epitome of an AMA Referee. Thank You!