Can I ride with my child at the Club?
The Club is dedicated to teaching kids to ride safely. Parental involvement is by way of becoming a volunteer and other officials, including licensed coach through Motorcycling NSW (MNSW). Please ask the office for details or go to Motorcycling NSW for more information.
What age can I be to ride?
| CLASS | AGE |
| 50cc Nippers (non-competitive) | 4-7 |
| 50cc A, B or C grade | 7-9 |
| 65cc A, B or C grade | 7-12 |
| 85-150cc A, B or C grade | 9-15 |
| 85-150cc big wheel A, B or C grade | 12-15 |
| 80-100cc miniwheels A, B or C grade | 7-15 |
| 85-150cc senior | 16 & over |
Approved bikes that can be ridden at the Club?
Under the Manual of Motorcycling Sport (MOMS) there are a number of motorbikes that can be used in competition. The following machines are eligible for Club and Interclub competitions.
Approved Bike 4 to 11 years 50cc demonstration class
Summary of the regulations for bike sizes and age from MNSW (Motorcycling NSW) below.
The formal version is in Section 15.24 of the MOMS.
15.24 TECHNICAL REGULATIONS: JUNIOR CLASSES
| 15.24.1 General |
| 15.24.2 Junior Solo: Wheel Sizes |
| CLASS | FRONT Inch [mm] | REAR Inch [mm] |
| 50cc Demo Class | 10” [254] or OEM for the model | 10” [254] |
| 50cc Auto Class | 10” or 12” [254 or 305] | 10” [254] |
| 65cc | 14” to 15” [356 to 381] | 12” [305] |
| 80cc 4 stroke Standard & Modified | 16” to 17” [407 to 432] | 14” [356] |
| 85cc 2 stroke & 150cc 4 stroke | 15” to 17” [381 to 432] | 14” [356] |
| 85cc 2 stroke & 150cc 4 stroke Big Wheel | 19” to 21” [482 to 534] | 16” to 19”[407 to 482] |
| 100cc | 18” to 21” [457 to 534] | 16” to 19”[407 to 482] |
| 125cc & over | 17” to 21” [432 to 534] | 16” to 19” [407 to 482] |
| 250cc 4 stroke | 17” to 23” [432 to 586] | 16” to 19” [407 to 482] |
| 15.24.3 Junior Sidecar: Wheel Sizes | |
| 15.24.3.1 | The maximum wheel rim sizes for all relevant classes are: |
| WHEEL | SIZE Inch[mm] |
| Front | 19” [482mm] |
| Rear | 16” [407mm] |
| Sidecar | 14” [356mm] |
| 15.24.4 Junior Solo: Handlebars | |
| 15.24.4.1 | Solo handlebars must be plugged and have no greater than the following widths: |
| CAPACITY | HANDLEBAR WIDTH |
| 50cc Automatic | 630mm or OEM for the model |
| 65cc | 750mm |
| 85cc 2 stroke / 150cc 4 stroke | 800mm |
| Over 85cc / 150cc 4 stroke | 850mm |
| 15.24.5 Junior Trail Bikes eligible for competition | |
| 15.24.5.1 | The following machines are eligible for club and inter-club competitions: |
a. 7 to under 13 years 65cc class
| MANUFACTURER | MODEL(s) |
| Honda | CRF70, XR70, CRF80, XR80, CRF110F |
| Kawasaki | KLX110, KLX110C, KLX110L |
| Suzuki | JR80, DR-Z70 |
| Yamaha | PW80, TT-R90 TT-R110 |
b. 9 to under 16 years 85cc class:
| MANUFACTURER | MODEL(s) |
| Honda | XR100, CRF100 |
| Kawasaki | KE100 KLX140 |
| Yamaha | TT-R125 |
| Suzuki | DR-Z125/L |
15.24.6 50cc Demo Class Machines
15.24.6.1 Eligible Machines are:
| MANUFACTURER | MODEL(s) |
| FMC | PY50, XRX50EY |
| Honda | CRF50, QR50 |
| HM | Baja Junior |
| Husqvarna | Husky Boy Junior |
| Kawasaki | KDX50 |
| Kazuma | Tiger Cat 50 |
| KTM | Mini Adventure, 50ADV Senior, 50SX Mini, 50SX Junior 2008, 50SX Mini 2009 |
| LEM | LX1, CX2, LXR50, RX2-AIR, RX2 |
| Suzuki | JR50 |
| TM | 50C1 |
| Yamaha | PW50, TT-R50E |
| 15.24.6.2 | Machine Requirements: |
a. Engine capacity must not exceed 50cc,
b. The gearbox for 2-stroke machines must have one gear,
c. The gearbox for 4-stroke machines may have up to three gears,
d. Standard gear ratios must be retained,
e. The clutch must be of centrifugal type, and of OEM type,
f. Wheels as per GCR 15.24.2 must be fitted,
g. The appearance of a machine must remain as manufactured provided that the following may be altered:
i. Colour,
ii. Seat,
iii. Mudguards,
iv. Handlebars,
v. Grips,
vi. Levers,
vii. Cables,
viii. Chains,
ix. Tyre brand and tread pattern,
x. Carburettor Jets,
xi. Spark Plug.
h. The frame of a machine may be gusseted and strengthened but not so as to alter the geometry of the frame. A certificate issued by a qualified engineer in respect of any such gusseting and strengthening must be available at machine examination,
i. The restricting washer in the exhaust header pipe abutting the cylinder barrel may be removed,
j. Throttle limiting devices may be removed,
k. A separate kill switch may be installed in place of the standard,
l. Steel serrated foot pegs may replace standard rubber pegs,
m. Handlebars must be securely plugged and be no wider than 630mm,
n. Engine, Carburettor, Fuel system, Exhaust System, Electrics & Air Box must remain as per manufacturers specifications,
o. Carburettor size must not exceed 14mm.
15.24.7 50cc Auto Class Machines
15.24.7.1Eligible Machines are (for all Open events):
| MANUFACTURER | MODEL(s) |
| Cobra | King CX50 |
| Gas Gas | EC 50 |
| HM | CRX 10/10 Senior, Baja 10/10, X3R |
| Husqvarna | Husky Boy SF03, CR50 |
| Italjet | Action Outlaw |
| KTM | SXR PRO SNR, 50SX, SXR PRO JNR, 50 SX 2009 |
| LEM | RX3, RX3 2008, LX2F-USA, CR2, CR2S |
| Malagutti | RCX10 |
| Polini | XR3 |
| TM | 50 C1 |
| Metrakit | MKX50 |
| 15.24.7.2 | Machine Requirements: |
a. Engine capacity must not exceed 50cc,
b. The gearbox must have one gear,
c. External gearing may be altered,
d. The clutch must be of centrifugal type, and of OEM type,
e. 10” rear wheels must be fitted.10” [254mm] or 12” [304mm] front wheels may be fitted,
f. The appearance of a machine must remain as manufactured provided that the following may be altered:
i. Colour,
ii. Seat,
iii. Mudguards,
iv. Handlebars,
v. Grips,
vi. Levers,
vii. Cables,
viii. Chains,
ix. Tyre brand and tread pattern.
g. The frame of a machine may be gusseted and strengthened but not so as to alter the geometry of the frame. A certificate issued by a qualified engineer in respect of any such gusseting and strengthening must be available at machine examination,
h. Throttle limiting devices may be removed,
i. A separate kill switch may be installed in place of the standard,
j. Steel serrated foot pegs may replace standard rubber pegs,
k. Handlebars must be securely plugged and be no wider than 630mm or OEM for the model,
l. Aftermarket exhaust systems and silencers are permitted.
15.24.8 80cc 4-Stroke Class
15.24.8.1 Machines in the 80cc 4-stroke classes must remain standard with the manufacturer’s specifications with the exception of:
a. Exhaust system,
b. Gearing,
c. Carburettor jetting,
d. Plastics, and
e. Handlebars.
What is a Club Points Day?
A points day is any day mentioned on our club calendar where all members and new members are welcome to attend. All points days are calculated and totals go towards trophies/prizes being awarded for individual class winners and other sections on our Club trophy and presentation days. Gates open at 8am, sign on opens at 8:30am at the office and scrutineering shuts at 9.15am.
What is Interclub ?
Interclub is an events day held at a competitor club, and is open to all members who hold a licence under Motorcycling NSW (MNSW) and the invited clubs. All members compete as individuals and as representatives of Penrith PCYC Minibike Club, there are ribbons and trophies being awarded for individual class winners and overall winning club on the day.
Am I licensed to compete at an Interclub?
In order to compete at an Interclub, you need to hold a minikhana licence as issued by Motorcycling NSW, which commences via the kick start program.
What are Supplementary Regulations (Supp Regs)?
Before each Interclub, a set of supplementary regulations are published by the host club, on the Motorcycling NSW web site. The “Supp Regs” contain all the rules and regulations and relevant information for the Event, and also entry form details and costs for riders.
How do I get my licence?
The Kick Start program – in order to obtain a minikhana licence through Motorcycling NSW licence, members must complete a Kick start course, which is a theory based introduction to motorcycle sport. The courses are run at frequent intervals at the Club, and involve a simple assessment on completion. Once completed, members send their completed kick start book to Motorcycling NSW with an accompanying licence application form. Once processed, MNSW will issue the member with an appropriate minikhana licence, which needs to be renewed every year.
Upgrading your childs bike ?
Before you upgrade your childs bike, please be mindful of the MOMS (see below) requirements as to engine capacity and rider age. If your bike also changes capacity you will need to get endorsed on your MNSW license to ride this bike.
MOMS
MOMS is the our bible to minihkana and is the Manual of Motorcycling Sport (MOMS) as published annually by Motorcycling Australia. The manual is available online at www.ma.org.au
Can I go to a Committee Meeting?
Every second Tuesday evening monthly a Committee meeting is held, topics covered include upcoming events, maintenance, coaching updates and general items for discussion. Meeting dates are published in Club calendar. Some of the meetings are also a social event were all members are invited to attend.
Something else you would like to know??
Please email your questions to penrithminibikes@yahoo.com.au