1. Safety
    1. Driver Safety Equipment
      1. Helmets
        1. Closed face helmets with eye shields must be worn at all times.
        2. Helmets must be SNELL SA2000, M2000 or K2000 or newer
        3. Helmets MUST be buckled at all times.
        4. Helmets may not show damage or wear.
        5. Long Hair must be tucked in at all times
      2. Clothing
        1. Long sleve shirts are required at all times
        2. For pavement events, a jacket of nylon, denim or leather must be worn.
      3. Footwear
        1. Closed toe shoes must be worn at all times
      4. Safety Equipment
        1. A neck collar made for kart racing must be worn by all competitors at all times on track.
        2. Children under the age of 10 or weighing less than 80 lbs. must wear a chest protector at all times on track.
      5. Gloves
        1. All competitors must wear gloves in good condition.
    2. Kart Safety Equipment
      1. Suspension
        1. All suspension mounting points must be safe and rigidly mounted.
        2. No moving suspension is allowed at any time
      2. Bumpers
        1. Front
          1. FULL WIDTH Front bumpers are required at all times. The bumper must extend outward to the outside edge of the front tires.
          2. Front bumpers may not drag on the track or hang dangerously.
          3. Front Bumpers must not have sharp edges or edges that would get caught in competitors karts.
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          4. CIK style plastic or fiberglass front bumpers are Required and must be mounted in such a way as to prevent tire to tire contact.
        2. Rear
          1. Rear bumpers are required at all times.
          2. Rear bumpers may not drag on the track or hang dangerously.
          3. Rear Bumpers must not have sharp edges or edges that would get caught in competitors karts.
          4. Rear bumpers MUST extend to at least to the center line of each rear tire.
      3. Nerf-Bars
        1. Nerf bars are required on both sides of the kart at all times.
        2. Nerf bars may not drag on the ground at any time.
        3. Nerf bars must be secured to the kart in a safe manner.
        4. Nerf bars must not have any sharp or dangerous edges.
        5. The trailing edge of both nerf bars or side pods MUST be outboard of the outside edge of the rear tires on both sides of the kart.
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        6. CIK legal side pods are MANDATORY IN 2007.
      4. Ballast
        1. Ballast must be placed on a kart between the front and rear axle and secured in a safe manner to the frame or seat.
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        2. Ballast must be mechanically secured to the kart, i.e. nuts and bolts.
        3. Ballast may be in an unbreakable container provided that container is secured to the kart in a mechanical manner.
        4. Loose or dangerous ballast WILL result in a Black Flag.
        5. No Ballast may be mounted higher than 18" off the track surface
      5. Seats
        1. Seats must be mounted to the kart in a safe manner.
        2. All seats must be mounted by a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 seat mounts.
        3. Seat mounts must be rigid and not able to move, flex, deform or otherwise allow the seat to change location.
        4. A maximum of two 1/4" thick rubber grommets may be used at each seat mounting location.
        5. No part of any seat may move more than 0.375" when the weight of the Technical Inspector is applied to it in any direction.
        6. The bottom of the seat must be within 1.500" of the bottom of the frame rail.
        7. No more than 0.5" of soft padding may be placed in the bucket of the seat.
        8. Driver's posterior must be within 2.000" of the bottom of the frame rail when seated.
        9. No part may be added to the seat to conform to seat mounting rules.
        10. Seats may not have sharp or exposed edges.
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        11. Seat may not extend behind the rear axle.
      6. Brakes
        1. BRAKES MUST BE FULLY FUNCTIONAL AT ALL TIMES
          1. Karts may not be on the track at ANY time without brakes.
        2. A single rear disk is the only brake allowed on a kart, no front brakes are allowed.
      7. Chain & Clutch
        1. Belt, Chain and clutch guards are required on all karts at all times.
        2. Belt, Chain and clutch guards must be safe and effective.
        3. Full length chain guards are recommended.
      8. Engines
        1. Engines must be safely mounted at all times.
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        2. All karts must be equipped with a stock, unmodified Honda 6.5 HP OEM muffler.
          1. The muffler must be the same as the original muffler supplied on the engine from the manufacturer.

           
        3. The ONLY modification allowed to the stock 6.5hp muffler is the removal of the spark arresting screen. (will be reviewed at the end of 2007)
      9. Fuel
        1. No fuels containing lead or other exotic compounds may be used.
      10. Tires
        1. Tires must be untreaded slicks.
        2. No grooves may be stock or added to tires.
        3. No traction devices such as studs or screws may be used.
        4. Tire softening throught the use of chemical compounds or mechanical processes are prohibited.
        5. Tire "cutting" or otherwise physically modifying the size, shape, profile or thickness of a tire is prohibited.
        6. Spec Tire Rule (updated 3/10/06): The Maxxis HG3 compound is the spec tire compound for the 2006 Backyard Karting National Series and Championship. Competitors may use any combination of tire sizes in the HG3 compound range providing:
        7. Both front tires are the same size.
        8. Both rear tires are the same size.
        9. The rear tires are nominally larger than the front tires.
    3. On-Track Safety
      1. Spirit of the rules
        1. All driving, be it in practice, qualifying or racing must be performed in a SAFE manner. Any driver observed to be driving in an unsafe manner WILL be stopped and reprimanded or penalized as determined by the race director or track owner.
      2. Passing
        1. At all times, it is the responsibility of the OVERTAKING driver to make a clean, safe and contact free pass.
        2. It is the responsibility of the driver being OVERTAKEN to drive a safe and consistent line on the track.
        3. Blocking, swerving or other unsportsman like or dangerous driving will result in the loss of driving privileges.
  2. T Karts Racing Series Rules
      1. Series Description
        1. The T Karts Racing Series is a collection of kart races designed to entertain and challenge the competitors. The series is operated at the discretion of the track owners and is not a guaranteed collection of events. The series cannot happen without the help and commitment of every one of the competitors and anyone who becomes a detriment to the series can and will be excluded. Have fun, but remember that you are still guests at someone’s home and act accordingly.
    1. Kart Preparation
      1. Numbers
        1. Numbers will be issued before the opening of the series to all returning competitors at a first come, first served basis.
        2. New competitors may choose numbers at the beginning of any event, but must keep their chosen numbers for the remainder of the series.
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        3. Numbers must be displayed clearly on the front and both sides of the kart at all times.
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        4. Numbers must be clear and legible.
        5. Numbers must be no less than 5" in height and must contrast with the background they are applied to.
        6. It is in the interest of the competitors to have clear and readable numbers to avoid timing and scoring errors.
      2. Transponder (if available)

        3. Transponders must be purchased or rented from the organizer in order to compete. It is your responsibility to properly mount your transponder. All transponders must be returned to the organizer at the end of each event unless other charging arrangements are made.
      3. Kart condition
        1. All karts must meet the minimum safety requirements as laid out in the safety rules.
      4. Tires
        1. Tires must meet the requirements as laid out in the safety rules.
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        2. Tires must be the specified tire for the series.
      5. Engines
        1. Genuine Honda GX200 6.5HP engines are required. Clone engines are not permitted
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        2. Honda 6.5HP engines with internal 2:1 gear reduction are permitted
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          Internal workings of the Honda gear reduction may not be modified. WET CLUTCH/REDUCTION ENGINES MAY NOT BE USED WITH ANY CLUTCH OTHER THAN THE STOCK 2:1 WET CLUTCH AND GEAR REDUCTION.
        3. NO MODIFICATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ANY HONDA ENGINE OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED BELOW.
          1. OEM Governors may be overridden in any manner, providing there in no likelihood of a stuck throttle.
          2. Air filter element may be replaced by non-OEM filter but must remain the same dimensions and in the same location as the OEM filter. Plastic covers may not be removed or modified.
          3. Low Oil kill switch may be disconnected.
          4. Pull start mechanism may be modified for the sake of longevity only.
          5. 2 Throttle return springs MUST be ADDED.
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          6. Engine shutoff switch may be relocated.
            1. If relocated, the shutoff switch must be placed in an accessible location for driver and workers.
          7. Spark plugs may be of a non-OEM brand.
          8. Exhaust spark arrestor may be removed.
          9. ALL OTHER MODIFICATIONS ARE EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN WITHOUTH THE CONSENT OF THE ORGANIZERS.
        4. Parts may be replaced on an engine as long as those parts being installed are manufactured by the OEM engine manufacturer for use on the make and model engine being repaired and are UNMODIFIED.
      6. Clutch and Gearing
        1. Gear ratio is open.
          1. No variable ratio belt drives or transmissions
        2. Chain, sprockets and chain guards are open provided they meet the safety requirements laid out in the safety section.
        3. Belt drive is permitted provided it is a cog type and must be a constant ratio.
        4. The clutch is open.
          1. Fun kart clutches are recommended.
          2. Axle clutches are prohibited
          3. Wet clutches are prohibited (excluding Honda gear reduction)
          4. Multiple disk clutches are prohibited (excluding Honda gear reduction)
          5. Driver must be protected from all spinning parts by a sturdy guard.
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          6. Clutches must be available from retail suppliers at a maximum price of $150 or less. Clutches costing more than $150 are prohibited.
      7. Fuel, Oil and Lubricants
        1. Karts may not leak any fluids onto the track or in the pits.
        2. Fuel is restricted to 87-94 octane unleaded fuel.
          1. No additives or other types of fuel may be mixed with the fuel.
      8. Minimum Kart Weight
        1. A minimum weight will be mandatory for 2007 T Karts Racing Series.
          1. The combined weight of kart, driver and safety equipment as the competitor finishes a race or qualifying session must be 325 lbs as weighed by the organizers.
          2. The organizers reserve the right to weigh any competitor at any time.
          3. The top three(3) finishers in each point race must report immediately to weigh in as they exit the track.
          1. Competitors finishing a race underweight will be penalized one finishing position for each pound underweight.
          2. Karts weighing less then the mandatory weight as a result of lost bodywork or components during a race are still considered underweight.
    1. Race Procedure
      1. Qualifying
        1. When qualifying is used before a race, the rules will be spelled out in the Supplemental Regulations
      2. The Grid
        1. All competitor’s karts must be on the grid 5 minutes before the official starting time of the race.
        2. Karts that are not on the grid at the 5 minute to go point will start from the back of the pack.
      3. Starting
        1. Unless otherwise stated in the supplemental regulations, all starts will be Rolling Starts
      4. Racing
        1. Race lengths will be determined by the organizers. The actual number of laps will vary from track to track.
        2. Racing will remain safe and in accordance with all rules governing on track behavior and procedure.
      5. Pit Stops
        1. Pit stops shall be performed in a safe and under control manner.
        2. When entering and exiting the pit lane, extreme caution will be used and speed will be kept to that of a person walking briskly or below.
        3. Speeding and unsafe pit procedure may result in a black flag or other penalty.
        4. Refueling mid-race is prohibited.
        5. Karts returning to the track from the pit lane shall blend into traffic safely
      6. The Flags
        1. All competitors are asked to learn and obey the flags during ALL on track sessions. The flags are for safety and will only be used when they are needed.
          1. Yellow Fag
            1. CAUTION, SLOW DOWN!! The yellow flag is shown to alert drivers of a track blockage or unsafe situation. THERE IS NO PASSING IN THE AREA LEADING UP OR AT A YELLOW FLAG.
            2. IGNORING A YELLOW FLAG WILL MOST LIKELY RESULT IN A BLACK FLAG!!!
          2. Yellow Flag at all stations
            1. If a yellow flag is displayed at all flagging stations, a full course caution will be in effect and cars will slow to follow the car in front of them. NO PASSING in allowed under a full course Caution.
            2. Karts may enter the Pit Lane during a full course caution.
          3. Black Flag
            1. STOP, The black flag is used to end a session early, or to signal to a single driver that he/she must report to the pits. A black flag will be used at the discresion of the race director.
            2. IGNORING A BLACK FLAG WILL RESULT IN THE DRIVER BEING EJECTED FROM THE RACETRACK AND ASKED NOT TO RETURN.
          4. Green Flag
            1. GO, Begin racing (safely). The green will be shown at the beginning of a race and to begin racing after a caution period.
      7. Race Stoppage
        1. If the race needs to be stopped for any reason, competitors will be restarted in the running order of the last completed lap.
        2. The Race Director has the option to stop a race at any time they see fit for the sake of safety or fair competition.
      8. Race Groups
        1. For 2007, One single event will be run at all T Karts Racing Series points races. Two classes will compete in the same event.
          1. Wildcat Class
          2. All competitors under the age of 16 years old must race in the Wildcat Class
          3. All new, novice, or sanctioned competitors must race in the Wildcat Class
          4. After running 3 races in the Wildcat Class, Competitors may apply to the race organizers to be moved to the Pro Class. The organizers reserve the right to approve or deny any request.
          1. Pro Class
          2. All experienced competitors, 16 years old and older must run in the Pro Class
          3. Competitors 16 years and older who wish to run in the Wildcat Class may apply to the race organizers to be moved to that class. The organizers reserve the right to approve or deny any request.
    1. Timing & Scoring
      1. Point keeping
        1. The Organizers will maintain and publish the season point totals for each team.
      2. Scoring points in Class
        1. Competitors may only earn points in one class and will loose all accumulated points if they change classes.
    1. Post-Race Inspection
      1. Purpose
        1. Post race inspection is to maintain the safety and integrity of kart racing and is at the discretion of the organizer
      2. Procedure
        1. All competitors are asked to cooperate and comply with all requests made of them during the post race inspection period.
        2. Inspection will immediately follow selected event. Competitors are expressly forbidden from modifying, altering, to add to or remove anything from their karts between the end of the race and the post race inspection.
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        3. The top 3 finishers in each class must immediately report to the official scales as they exit the track following each race. See Section 2.2.8. for weight class information.
      3. Kart Safety Inspection
        1. The condition of all required safety equipment will be checked to be in compliance with the Safety rules.
        2. The brakes of each kart shall be tested after each race.
          1. A kart will be determined to have brakes if and only if it is able to stop the rear axle from turning with a passenger in the seat while being pushed on the track surface by another kart.
          2. The race director will have the final say in all brake related rule infractions.
      4. Infractions
        1. The Race Director will have final say in all penalties resulting from post race technical inspection.
        2. The Organizers give express permission to the Race Director to exclude a competitor from the official results for a post race inspection violation.
  1. Spirit of Competition
    1. Rules Enforcement
      1. The rules are meant to protect the competitors as well as the promoters and the hosts.
      2. There will be absolutely no leniency shown to those who disregard these rules and act in an unsafe, unhealthy or inconsiderate way.
    2. Rule Changes
      1. All rules may be appealed and all competitors have the opportunity to request a review or clarification to any rule.
      2. If a competitor has a question about the legality of a part, modification, procedure or action, the Organizers will respond to that question in a timely manner and notify all competitors in the supplemental regulations of the next event.