
CLASS DESCRIPTION: Proving Grounds is open to all beginners regardless of drag bikes or street bikes. The class is run in an E.T. bracket racing format. This class is closely monitored to maintain parity as an entry level class
DESIGNATION: The class designation is P/G
FORMAT: This is an 1/8mile and 1/4mile E.T. bracket class run on a .500 full tree. This is an all run field. All bikes must be 12.99 & quicker in the 1/8 and 12.99 or quicker in the 1/4.
Crosstalk: Crosstalk will be off for all Proving grounds entrants and cannot be turned on.
POINTS: This class will be a points class at all SDBA events (see points system for more details)
GENERAL: A rider may only run one bike in this class and that bike may only be entered one time in this class.
CHANGING BIKES: A racer can change his or her bike in time runs, qualifying, or before 1st round (You must notify the tower of changes). The bike and rider that runs first round is the one that must be used for eliminations, even if the class is completed on another weekend due to weather.
BRAKES: Front and rear brakes are mandatory and must be in safe operating condition.
CHAIN GUARDS: Chain guards are required on all entries.
ELECTRICAL: 2-steps, delay boxes, and electronic throttle stops prohibited.
LIGHTS: A functional tail light mounted on tail section, swingarm, or wheelie bars is required
CLUTCH: Any style clutch permitted
TIRES: DOT tires or any size slick is permitted.
WHEELIE BARS: Wheelie bars are permitted
GROUND CLEARANCE: The motorcycle must have a minimum of 2” ground clearance with rider sitting on the bike. Bikes equipped with a billet flat oil pan (not cast) or a wheelie bar are exempt from the 2" ground clearance check.
GENERAL SAFETY: All riders must have a SNELL 05 or higher full face helmet, shoes above the ankle, leather gloves, a kill tether, and a protective jacket. Any rider running faster than 6.0 must have a leather jacket and leather pants. Pants and jacket are not required to be zipped together. Nylon or textile jackets and pants are not permitted, even if they have pads. All jackets and pants must be made of 100% leather. No ballast may be mounted to any portion of the brake system, fender system, or rotating assembly.
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