The UK's only domestic Endurance Championship, run by Hottrax Motorsport has been sanctioned to award a "National" title by the ACU.

There are 4 classes in the Hottrax Motorsport championship with the Clubman class scooping up the rookies and less experienced, alongside the National class. Each of these classes has races for 600 and 1000 machines.

It's the 600 and 1000 National Class winners that will get the accolade of being ACU endorsed "National Endurance Champions".

Hottrax Motorsport Club Secretary Dave Mabbutt received the news warmly "This news gives a massive boost to Domestic Endurance racing in the UK. Endurance Motorcycle racing is massive in other parts of the world, and we've long needed to get some recognition at the foundation level of the sport in the UK to drive us forwards. Our teams really deserve this reward for their dedication, commitment and the fight they apply to every element of their racing. Now as the National titles are additionally backed by the ACU, the winners will be awarded the accolade of being ACU Cup Champions in 2012"

In other positive news for the series, Hottrax Motorsport have also just secured title sponsorship from Motorcycle law specialists Sorrymate.com for the second year running.

What is it all about?

It is about a 3 Hour Endurance Race with a Le Mans style start (1 rider holds the bike at a 45 degree angle while the other runs across the track at the start of the race)

It is all about team work, strategy and pace not just 1 individual.

Races for Clubman (was Junior for newer riders and novices) and National (experienced and faster riders) means you always have a chance of winning.

It is about long distance great value racing with trophies to the top 3 in each class.

Above all it is about a fantastic opportunity for you to enjoy racing.

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What do you get?

  1. Endurance classes are now Clubman (was Junior) and National 1000 Endurance and Clubman (was Junior) and National 600 Endurance plus an overall Clubman Rookie Endurance.
  2. Any grade of licence is acceptable in National Endurance but no National or International licences in Clubman Endurance
  3. Rookies must hold a Novice/Intermediate Novice or a Clubman/Clubman 'A' licence and be eligible to wear an Orange bib. Less than 10 finishes at 3 different circuits
  4. 1 bike teams will run under the original 45 minute ride time rules.
  5. All races now take place on Saturday only together with Qualifying. Race length will be 3 hours
  6. All team riders will be eligible for an Overall ‘SUPREME RIDERS CHAMPION’ award at the end of the year for the top 3 riders with the most points regardless of Championship. (A fair system will be developed so all points are competitive)
  7. Rookies Championship for new racers
  8. Classes again 600cc and 1000cc
  9. Any make and kind of tyres may be used and there may be are prizes for Endurance teams using Michelin tyres
  10. You get long distance racing of 3 hours together with qualifying
  11. Trophies for top 3 in each class are given at each event and at the end of the year.
  12. Seperate Championship for Rookie teams with an overall trophy each round
  13. The chance to meet some fantastic people in a very friendly paddock

What does it cost?

  1. You may enter any of the rounds or as many as you want to. Prices start around £495 for the team for each round although some do vary. Each team member has to be a full member or a day member
  2. Club membership is £30 for the annual and £15 for an single event membership.
  3. Test or track days are always available the day before the event at extra cost usually around £75 per rider.

What are the rules?

  1. Your bike must meet the capacities below and our General Regulations
  2. Slicks are allowed as are wets and treaded tyres.
  3. You must put various stickers and marketing material on you bike or clothing if required
  4. You must have a valid ACU race licence. Clubman or Clubman 'A' are allowed in either the National or Clubman Endurance. National licence holders are not allowed in the Clubman Endurance. Newcomers wearing a bib may be entered into the Clubman Endurance and are also eligible for the Rookie Endurance Cup as long as both riders are Rookies at the start of the 2012 season
  5. Go to the Club Member ship page to join our club or register for the Endurance

National Endurance Series

Clubman TAG Endurance Series

National 1000cc

4 cylinder over 600cc to 1000cc

3 cylinder over 750cc to 1000cc

2 cylinder over 850cc to 1300cc

Number plates: White background, Black Numbers

Anything goes as long as the bikes conform to the current ACU regulations and the Hottrax Technical and Championship conditions.

Slicks, Treaded and full wets are allowed. After market wheels are allowed.

National 600cc

4 cylinder over 595cc to 600cc

3 cylinder over 625cc to 675cc

2 cylinder over 625cc to 750cc

Number plates: White background, Blue numbers

Anything goes as long as the bikes conform to the current ACU regulations and the Hottrax Technical and Sporting Codes.

Slicks, Treaded and full wets are allowed. After market wheels are allowed.

General Information

2 bikes and 2 riders (TAG format) or 1 bike and 2 riders (SOLO Format) are required for this championship. The 2 formats compete for the same awards

Clubman 1000cc

4 cylinder over 600cc to 1000cc

3 cylinder over 750cc to 1000cc

2 cylinder over 850cc to 1300cc

Number plates: White background, Black Numbers

Anything goes as long as the bikes conform to the current ACU regulations and the Hottrax Technical and Championship conditions

Slick, Treaded and full wets are allowed.
After market wheels are allowed.

Clubman 600cc

4 cylinder over 595cc to 600cc

3 cylinder over 625cc to 675cc

2 cylinder over 625cc to 750cc

Number plates: White background, Blue numbers

Anything goes as long as the bikes conform to the current ACU regulations and the Hottrax Technical and Sporting Codes.

Slicks, Treaded and full wets are allowed. After market wheels are allowed.

Rookie Championship

As above but this is an overall Championship for all 600 and 1000cc teams, trophies to the winner and point down to 15th palce

General Information

2 bikes and 2 riders are required for this championship.

The transponder is taken from 1 bike and put on the other at the pit stop.

Relevant Site Links

Club Membership page to join the club