FAQ's

If this is your first event you will need a LiveLaps tag, a sticker on your helmet and a sticker on the front number plate. The Livelaps tag can be purchased onsite for $20. Gas and any other things to maintain are provide by you.

• Helmet required*
• riding Boots required*
• Goggles
• Gloves
• Long pants
• Long-sleeve jersey or shirt

Additionally, we suggest using moose bib tire inserts, as most of our races are through mesquite thorns and cactus. We want to help riders avoid a flat tire ending their race.

"GP" breakdown.

The “GP" classes will be defined as any full-size dirt bikes with a minimum 21" front wheel and minimum 18" rear wheel. "GP" riders minimum age will be 12 or older.

The “GP” will also allow 85cc 9-11 and 12-15 to race in the main GP

Engine size will be classified as true CC size. For example, a big bore 270 kit on a 250 four stroke cannot be ridden in 250 CC class.

There will not be any different CC classification between two stroke engines and four stroke engines.

For example, a 250 two stroke will compete in the same class as a 250 four stroke.

Exception: a smaller CC engine will be allowed to race up in class. Example: a 125 CC engine bike can compete in the Open or 250 CC classes against larger CC bikes.

"GP" Classes

* Pro AA

The Pro class is for riders that have many years under their belt racing dirt bikes; riders that have advanced through multiple other preceding classes.

For example, riders that have raced and placed in top ten or higher in earlier classes, even in other race circuits.

They have the skills necessary to ride at the top of their skill level over any terrain at top level speeds that most other riders cannot.

Pro class is for riders that finish in the top overall positions at the event.

*Expert A

The Expert class is for riders that have many years under their belt racing dirt bikes; riders that have advanced through other preceding classes.

For example, riders that have raced and placed high in earlier classes, even in other race circuits.

They have skills necessary to ride at the top of their skill level over any terrain at top level speeds that most other riders cannot.

Expert class is for riders that finish in the top positions at the event but may fall short of the overall positions at the event.

*Intermediate B

The Intermediate class is for riders that have many years under their belt racing dirt bikes; riders that have advanced through Novice and beginner classes.

For example, riders that have raced and placed high in earlier classes, even in other race circuits.

They have skills necessary to ride at the top of their skill level over any terrain at moderate speed levels that other riders cannot.

Intermediate class is for riders that finish above most, if not all Novice and beginners at the event, but fall short of the overall positions at the event.

*Novice C

The Novice class is for riders that have limited years under their belt in racing dirt bikes.

For example, riders that have just started racing or have not yet gained the skills necessary to advance above other Intermediate riders.

They have skills necessary to ride at the top of their skill level over any terrain at moderate speed levels.

Novice class is the first entry level class to compete in.

Novice age group classes 30,40,50 give experienced riders who have lost a step or can no longer compete at the level they once could, a chance to compete for contention.

Novice class is NOT for the truly experienced rider who wants to cruise and get an easy win.

"GP" age and class rules.

All riders must sign up in their proper class and age group.

If it is known that a rider signs up in a lower class than they do in other similar race circuits. That rider will be asked to change their class to the proper skill level.

Also, a rider must sign up in the proper age group. Example: If it is known that a rider is signed up in the Over 60 class, but it is 59, that rider will be asked to change their class.

Exception: A rider will be allowed to race down the age group. Example, a 60-year-old rider will be allowed to ride in any of the other classes with no age restrictions, against competitors that are younger.

"GP" Classes, age groups, and engine sizes

Pro class

The Pro-AA class is open. There are no age or CC restrictions.

Expert, Intermediate, Novice, Open, and 30+,40+,50+

No CC engine size restriction, the class is Open to all "GP" bike sizes.

There are no age or CC restrictions in open classes. Age restrictions only to age group classes. 30+, 40+, 50+

Expert, Intermediate, Novice 250

250 or less engine size. There are no age restrictions.

Over 60+ C

Rider age is restricted to 60 years or older, at the start of the season.

No CC restrictions

“Youth” breakdown

The “Youth Race" classes will be defined as any dirt bikes with a maximum 19" front wheel and maximum16" rear wheel. The “Small Race" riders’ age range will be 4-15.

Each “Youth Race” class will be defined by age, wheel size, and maximum engine size.

"Youth Race" Classes

50cc-4to6 years old

The 50 4to6 class is for young riders that are just beginning riding and racing dirt bikes.

50 4to6 is also for riders that may have some experience of riding and racing but are not ready to ride at a higher level.

50 4to6 engine size will be 50cc maximum, with maximum 12” front wheel and 10” rear wheel.

50 4-6 age range will be 4-6 years old at the beginning of the season.

Training wheels will be allowed in the 50 4-6 class, only if the racecourse allows safe travel across entire “Youth Race” course. Some courses may not provide sufficient room for training wheel bikes to maneuver and traverse the racecourse without constant help. The decision to allow training wheels or not will be made when officials can see the course firsthand and make their ruling.

50 7to8

The 50 7to8 is for young riders that are just beginning riding and racing dirt bikes and for riders they may have raced in previous classes in other circuits. 50 7to8 may have new riders and “seasoned vet” racers in the class.

50 7to8 engine size will be 50cc maximum, with maximum 12” front wheel and 10” rear wheel.

50 7to8 age range will be 7to8 years old at the beginning of the season. 50 7to8 may accept riders from lower age ranges, if that rider can truly compete with riders in the 50 big class. That decision will be made by officials before the event starts.

Training wheels will NOT be allowed in the 50 7to8 class or above

65cc 7to9

The 65 7to9 class is for young riders that are just beginning riding and racing dirt bikes.

65cc 7to9 is also for riders that may have some experience riding and racing but are not ready to ride at a higher level.

65cc 7to9 engine size will be up to 65cc with maximum 14” front wheel and 12” rear wheel but will allow 70-110 CC air cooled four stroke engines with maximum 14” front wheel and 12” rear wheel.

65cc 7-9 age range will be 7-9 years old at the beginning of the season.

65cc 10to11

The 10-11 class is for young riders that have advanced from 50cc or small bikes and are ready to compete at the next level and learn to ride, race and control a clutch.

65cc 10-11 engine size will be up to 65cc with maximum 14” front wheel and 12” rear wheel but will allow 70-110 CC air cooled four stroke engines with maximum 14” front wheel and 12” rear wheel. 65 10-11 class may accept riders from lower age ranges, if that rider can truly compete with riders in the 65 big class. That decision will be made by officials before the event starts.

65cc 10-11 age range will be 10-11 years old at the beginning of the season.

85cc 9-11

The 85cc 9-11 class is for young riders that have advanced from 65cc or small bikes and are ready to compete at the next level.

85 9-11 engine size will be 85CC with maximum 19” front wheel and 16” rear wheel but will allow 125-150 CC four stroke engines with maximum 19” front wheel and 16” rear wheel.

85 9-11 age range will be 9-11 years old at the beginning of the season.

85cc 12-15

The 85cc 12-15 class is for young riders that have advanced from 65cc or small bikes and are ready to compete at the next level.

85 12-15 is also for riders that are almost ready to ride in the “GP Race” on a full-size bike.

85 12-15 engine size will be 85CC with maximum 19” front wheel and 16” rear wheel but will allow 125-150 CC four stroke engines with maximum 19” front wheel and 16” rear wheel.

85 12-15 age range will be 12-15 years old at the beginning of the season.

Pit Momma

Pit Momma class is a chance for Moms in the circuit to ride, race and be a part of the fun during the weekend. Pitt Momma class is for Moms that are just beginning to ride and race. Pit Momma class will run the GP Racecourse during the Youth race, same as the 85 classes. Pit Momma will be an Open class. No CC or Wheel size restrictions. We only ask that you ride a bike that is Safe to Race. Please No little 50’s.

You can find your scores on Livelaps.com, here on our website, or on our HPGP app.

Yes! We have classes for all ages!

Each Team Race will have a theme for your trade off. You will provide the item needed for your team or one can be purchased from our HPGP team members at registration at a fee.

The Team Race will consist of 2-4 riders per team. No Iron Man. You will need a Team Name and list of team members that you send into Highplainsgrandprix@gmail.com prior to the event or onsite at registration.

We race 2 groups for Team Races. We have the AA/A/B group and the C/Beginner group.

AA/A/B group is allowed one AA and the rest B riders on a team or 2 A riders and the rest B riders on a Team. You can have C riders on your team they will be competing with AA/A/B riders.

C/Beginner is made up of only C riders or the 85cc classes. No AA/A/B riders are allowed in this group. If you have a rider in AA/A/B rider you will be put in the AA/A/B group for scoring.

More info can be given onsite or at the riders meeting at the start line.