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Midwest Track Day at Heartland Park Topeka

Event Requirements

Registration closed June 4, 2017 11:59 PM at 2017-06-04T21:59:00-0700 Registration ends June 4, 2017 11:59 PM at 2017-06-04T21:59:00-0700 Registration opens November 1, 2016 12:00 AM at 2016-10-31T22:00:00-0700 Registration runs from November 1, 2016 12:00 AM to June 4, 2017 11:59 PM

Age requirements:

Riders must be at least 18 years of age with a valid motorcycle endorsement. 

Gear Requirements:

1. Undamaged full-face helmet with face shield 
a. It is required that all riders put their competition number on their helmets to aid in identification should the rider be involved in a multi-bike incident.

 2. Gauntlet gloves with leather protecting the palms and fingers.

 3. Riding boots at least 8" that fully cover the ankle and go over the pant leg.

 4. We suggest you use a chest and back protector.

 5. One or two piece leather suit required. Two piece suits must have 360 degree zipper.

 6. Please carry your In Case of Emergency information with you on the track. This info would include: your full name, blood type, current medications, allergies and emergency contact person’s name and phone number. I.C.E. info cards are not required but, are highly recommended.

 7. Knee and toe sliders that emit sparks are prohibited.

All gear must be in good condition, free of holes and have padding in the shoulders, elbows and knees.

Motorcycle Requirements:

Maximum of 103 db level at 50 feet.
Tires must be 75% or better.
Brakes must be in good working order.
Motorcycles must have no leaks.
Side stands and passenger pegs must be secured up with safety wire or zip ties in the Advance and Intermediate Groups.
Center stands must be removed.
Headlights, brake light, turn signals and mirrors must be taped over completely.
Motorcycles must have working kill switch and self-closing throttle.
Oil filter, oil fill cap, oil drain plug and oil dip stick must be secured with safety wire in the Advance and Intermediate Groups.
Motorcycles must have a number on the front or side. The number is of your choosing and must be at least 5" tall. Must be legible from a corner station.
No ethylene glycol based anti-freeze allowed in the Advance and Intermediate Groups.

Passing Rules:
Novice Group -
Leave at least six feet of space between you and other riders.
No passing in turns. Do not pass Coaches.

Intermediate Group -
Leave at least six feet of space between you and other riders.
Passing is allowed on straights and on the outside of other riders in turns.

Advance Group -
Safe passing is allowed in every section of the track. Please be courteous to other riders.


Remember track days are not races. There is no reason to make a dangerous pass. All reports of dangerous riders will be taken very seriously. Do not “stuff” other riders into turns. If you are stuck behind a group of slower riders and are getting frustrated, please come into the hot pit lane and let the Marshall know you want some space. You will then be released back on to the track.

 
FLAGS AND COMMUNICATIONS
OPERATIONAL FLAGS:

Green Flag - indicates start of session or clear track conditions.

Checkered Flag - indicates end session - proceed around the course to the designated track exit.

Red Flag - indicates session has been stopped. All riders are to signal that they are no longer racing, then reduce speed and proceed safely to the pit road. For those locations without a pit road, the Race Director will designate an area to replace pit road. No passing is allowed from the flag stations displaying the red flag to the pit road.

Meatball Flag – Rider infraction- report to the Pit Steward on the next lap. Failure to respond will result in penalties. It is the rider’s responsibility to respond on the next lap.

WARNING FLAGS:
Yellow with Red Stripes – Debris or fluid on track surface-exercise caution.
A. Debris flag folded into a triangle and held pointing towards the sky indicates rain-exercise caution.

Yellow flag - Stationary - indicates a potentially hazardous situation on or near the track. Passing is allowed but riders should exercise extreme caution in this area.

Yellow flag - Waving - indicates a potentially hazardous situation on or near the racing line or in a crash impact area. No passing is allowed from the flag stations displaying the waving yellow flag until the rider is beyond the incident.

Black Flag - indicates a mechanical problem with your equipment. Signal that you are slowing, get off the racing line, then reduce speed and stop at the first safe position, preferably a corner station that can notify you of what the equipment problem is.

White Flag with Red Cross - indicates that a safety or emergency vehicle is on the course - Exercise caution. This flag will be displayed stationary at all stations whenever a safety or emergency vehicle is on the course.
This display will be accompanied by a waving yellow at the flag station immediately preceding the vehicle on the racecourse. A standing yellow flag will be displayed one flag station prior to the station covering the vehicle with the waving yellow flag.


If any rider violates any of the rules laid out by Midwest Track Day, LLC. they may be required to leave. If so, no refunds will be given to the rider in violation.

Registration closed June 4, 2017 11:59 PM at 2017-06-04T21:59:00-0700
Registration opens November 1, 2016 12:00 AM at 2016-10-31T22:00:00-0700

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