Forgotten
Era Championship
Forgotten Era Championship
Following discussions at the AGM and during the closed season, the following guidelines have been introduced for 2011.
The Forgotten Era (FE) championship is aimed at bikes that fill the gap between
Vintage & Classic (V&C) and more modern machines.
An 'open style' championship with simple rules which try to encourage close
racing with as many entrants as possible on eligible bikes and not get too hung
up with general technical differences/issues.
Specifications:
1. A Championship for predominantly 1970 to 1989 period - solo machines only
Any type of solo machine is eligible from this period.
Consideration for entry will also be given to:
a. Pre 1970 machines that are not eligible for the V&C (e.g. because they
have disc brakes).
b. Machines manufactured just before or after the period with designs that are
predominantly unchanged but whose production bridges either end of the period.
2. Period frame and engine
The basic engine and frame must be from within the period.
3. Any modifications to motorcycles must be of the type available within the
period, but components can be a modern equivalent.
Therefore 'specials' are positively encouraged…
For example: a modern spec braking system can be fitted to a machine. Modern
internal engine components and ignition systems may be used. Modern (possibly
quieter) exhaust systems may be fitted.
4. Motocross origin machines will incur a time penalty of + 5% of FE championship
FTD
A motocross origin machine is defined as one that was originally marketed by
the OE manufacturer specifically for motocross racing and would have to be modified
for tarmac use. 'Dual purpose' and road/trail type machines are not affected.
5. All machines must be 'in the spirit of the class'
If a machine is deemed, by consensus of participants, to be outside these specifications
the machine will be ratified by an independent administering official and excluded
if not "in Spirit"
General:
Championship rounds will be based on ten specific rounds of the NHCA season
(see Event Calendar).
The championship will be decided from the best seven rounds for each competitor.
Points will be awarded to the top 10 places:
1st - 10pts
2nd - 9pts
3rd - 8pts
And so on to 10th - 1pt
Any queries or clarification please contact:
Glenn Bartley
Forgotten Era Secretary
T. 01235 526027
E. glenn.bartley@tesco.net
The details given on this page are all Tigger's fault and have sod all to do with the NHCA - officially