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GORD SMITH #1 PRO MODIFIED - SPONSORS -
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Requirements and Specifications |
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Designation: "P/M" preceded by bike number. Reserved for highly modified motorcycles specifically built for drag racing running 9.99 and quicker. PRO STOCK & PRO GAS ARE INVITED TO RUN IN PRO MODIFIED |
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1. Engine |
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| (a) Engine:
Must be stock-type engine designed and manufactured for production motorcycle use. Single engine only. Carburetors, turbochargers, fuel injectors and superchargers may be used in any combination. Unlimited displacement. Crankcase and all tanks containing fluids must have vent tubes routed to a catch can or have a non-spill breather system. Protective blanket recommended Belly pans to catch oil drips Mandatory. (b) Fuel: Gasoline, Alcohol, and Nitrous allowed.(c) Fuel System: Fuel shut off mandatory. Nitrous bottles must be stamped with Dot-1800 rating and be securely mounted inside perimeter of frame members. No hose clamps or tie straps. Lines from bottle to solenoid must be high pressure steel braid or steel. All nitrous bikes must have thumb (butterfly) body fasteners. All body fasteners must be able to be removed by hand without the use of tools. |
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| 2. Drive Train | ||
| (a) Chain and/or
belt guard mandatory.
Must have front and rear guards to cover the width and at least the top run to the centre line of the sprocket of any chain or belts. Chain guard to be made of .060 inch steel or .125 inch aluminum and be securely mounted at a minimum of two points. No clamps or tie straps. Rear mounting point to be no more than six inches in front of rear axle. (b) Clutch Guard: Must have at least half of the side surface covered by .060 inch steel or .125 inch aluminum unless stock equipped. Guard must be securely mounted in a safe craftsman-like manner. (c) Transmission: Any transmission may be used. |
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| 3. Suspension and Brakes | ||
| (a) Brakes:
Front and rear hydraulic type brakes are mandatory. Minimum rotor size is 7 inch diameter x 3/16 inch thickness, O.E.M. or aftermarket. Rotors may be drilled only if minimum diameter and thickness are maintained. (b) Controls: Handlebars must measure 20 inches overall with grips removed. Grips may not extend below bottom of fork crown. Snap back throttle return mandatory. Foot pegs may be rear set. Any shifter or brake pedal that can be operated with the foot on the peg will be permitted. Air shifters permitted. Air bottles must be stamped with Dot-1800 rating and be securely mounted.No hose clamps or tie straps. (c) Suspension: Front suspension must have a minimum travel of 2 inches. Front forks must be a minimum of 32 mm or stock. Steering dampener required. Rear suspension not recommended. (d) Wheelie Bars: Mandatory. No maximum length. Wheels must be non-metallic. Minimum specified construction of .75 inch chrome moly and .058 wall thickness. |
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| 4. Frame | ||
| (a) Frame:
Stock or aftermarket frames are permitted. Recommended that replacement parts to be 4130 chrome moly. Must be Tig or Mig welded. Steering head angle to be not less than stock rake. Swing arm or frame may be used as an air tank. Pressure not to exceed 150 P.S.I. Some method of checking pressure is mandatory. (b) Wheelbase: 70 inches minimum length recommended.(c) Ground Clearance: Minimum of two inches with rider on bike and 10 PSI in rear tire including exhaust. |
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| 5. Wheels and Tires | ||
| (a) Wheels:
Front wheel: minimum diameter 16 inches; maximum diameter 19 inches. Rear wheel: minimum diameter 14 inches; maximum diameter 18 inches. (b) Tires: Minimum front tire width 3 inches. 600 lbs with max 9" wide tire - 625 lbs with maximum 10" wide tire - 650 lbs with a maximum 11” wide tire. V-Twin models are 575 lbs with any size tire up to 11” wide. Motorcycles running 8.99 and quicker must use tires specified for racing use by manufacturer.Minimum weight at conclusion of run including rider: Weights may be adjusted race-by-race based on individual performances. Tires widths are based on the measurement across the face not the manufacturers marked size. Slight allowances for variations in manufacturers sizes may be made by the CMDRA officials. |
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| 6. Body | ||
| (a) Body:
No body parts are necessary. Rear fender must cover the full width of the rear tire and extend past the rear axle and forward below seat position. Seat, tail section and rear fender may be incorporated into one unit. (b) Fairing: Permitted. Must be mounted securely.(c) Seat: Stock OEM or seat with a step to prevent rider from sliding backwards. |
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| 7. Electrical | ||
| (a) Ignition:
Any ignition system is permitted. Must be equipped with a positive ignition cut-off attached to the rider with a lanyard of rawhide, wire, etc. Cut-off must be connected on primary side of the ignition circuit. (b) Charging System: Optional.(c) Starting System: Must be self starter or external electric starter; roller or push starts prohibited. Battery covers required for starter cart/vehicle. (d) Computers: Only data gathering computers are allowed. |
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| 8. Rider | ||
| (a) Credentials:
Valid CMDRA competition motorcycle license required. Starting in 2007 only CMDRA Licenses will be accepted if you’re running 9.99 or quicker. Application and physician’s physical forms available at the CMDRA office. (b) Helmet: Full face helmet meeting Snell 00. Must have Snell tag.(c) Protective Clothing: Must have full leathers. Two piece suits (jacket and pants) must be joined with a zipper at the waist. Must have leather boots/shoes which cover above ankle. Must have leather gloves. All protective clothing must be in good condition. Full finger leather gloves with knuckle armor and palm reinforcement, one piece or full circumference zippered leather suit with knee, elbow and shoulder armor or reinforcement, spine/back protector and above the ankle leather boots with toe area reinforcement are required. |
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