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![]() ![]() Many organizations are also affiliated with the International Motorcycling Federation (FIM), which covers 6 continents.įirst of all, you need to join the organization you plan to race with, in the British Isles it would be the British Scooter Sport Organisation (BSSO). Rules are established by local organizations such as the Auto Cycle Union (ACU), which is the number 1 organization in the UK for all forms of motorcycle racing. ![]() The majority of racing organizations are more structured, some require a racing license and medical exam. While some race organizers only require that the rules be respected and a registration fee payable on the day of the race. Ideally, you should use tyre warmers, but if it’s just a track day, spend at least 2 laps warming them up before you start cranking in some lean angles.The world of scooter racing, which has become a worldwide sport, may have some of the least scary crashes you will every see in any kind of motor-sport, but even still, organized scooter racing is very safety conscious and has rules that you must be familiar with. Before you actually leave the paddock, you need to check fuel is sufficient for the laps you’re about to do and the tyres are the right pressure. (Look no further than Fuchs Silkolene!) You need to know the history of your tyres and put fresh ones on if you’re in doubt. They need fresh, upgraded brake fluid, fresh oil in the engine, and only water in the coolant system. The bike has to be structurally sound, engine running well, and be set up suspension wise for you and show no signs of leaking. I’d recommend Knox Armour for all protective kit, I use their gloves, back and chest protector – worth every penny. Leathers need to be in good nick, helmet is the right standard (I use Nexx Helmets – brilliant!) Boots and gloves in good condition. Am I refreshed, well hydrated and concentrating? Am I fit and safe to be on the track? If you’re happy that your head is in the right place, you can think about your equipment. You firstly need to check yourself (before you wreck yourself! Hehe). ![]()
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