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2004-2005 Season

Kitty Cat Racing Guidelines

The following information was taken from the 2004-2005 ISR Snowmobile Racing Yearbook
Once rules are abridged the sanction is no longer in effect.
Official sanctions, Racing Classes and Kitty Cat Limits



Kitty Cat Racing Class

The intent of these classes is to establish races that all can compete in at their level of personal and equipment ability. The classes are organized to enable as many snowmobiles as possible a place to successfully compete.

Based on safety and competition, Kawasaki powered Kitty Cats will only be allowed to compete in Improved Stock, Formula III and Formula I classes. If class rules are not followed, the class name shall not be used and the class shall run under a specialty classes.

Once rules are abridged, the sanction is no longer in effect.

All Kitty Cat clases are stock based classes. No change or modification is allowed unless specifically allowed by these rules.If these rules do no specifically allow a change or modification, then it must be assumed that the change or modification is not allowed.

Kitty Cat Race Circuit Classes

Amateur
Stock 
Vintage Stock
Improved Stock 
Formula I

Specialty Class/Sanctions

Can be any Kitty Cat event that does not fall
under any of the specific classes, but meets
established safety standards.



Entry Fees, Prizes and Awards

Recommended entry fees in Kitty Cat Racing
$15.00 in all classes
Pay back/Registration Fees
Trophies only



General Competition and Safety Rules

  1. Kitty Cat Race will be red flagged in the event that a driver is off a machine that was involved in a two or more sled accident.
  2. Events are open to all qualified sleds and drivers. The sanctioning body has the authority to evaluate all drivers to determine their qualifications
  3. The owner and driver are responsible to ensure that their sled meets all of the rules herein and in General Rules and Regulations.  Any sled that does not meet the requirements will be subject to disqualification and forfeiture any prizes or awards, plus eligibility for the next two (2) races.
  4. Two (2) laps are recommended in heats and five (5) laps finals.
  5. A driver must compete for a full year in stock class and be five (5) years of age before competing in any of the other classes.
  6. Mandatory tear down and inspection of first place sleds.
  7. The Race Director and/or Tech Director have the authority to determine structural integrity.
  8. Driver must wear all required safety apparel as described in Driver Protective Equipment Section of the General Rules.
    This includes approved helmet, upper body protection, shin and knee guards, gloves, boots and outer clothing with the required amount of high visibility orange color.
  9. While driver is on the course, radio communication between driver and crew is not allowed.

General Requirements and Regulations All Classes

Drive

  1. Brake must be functional and operational at all times

Ski Suspension and Steering

  1. Rod ends (Heim Joints) may be used
  2. Spindle bushings may be replaced. Front end geometry may not be changed.
  3. An extension may be added to the left handlebar. Maximum 3 inches wider, maximum 4 inches down. End must be cappedhandlebar
  4. Left side of handlebar may be straightened. Structural integrity must be maintained.

Skis and Ski Runners

  1. Ski loops must be added. Minimum 1 inch diameter material. Loop must have minimum diameter of 3 inches If metal, ski loop must be padded.

Track and Traction

  1. (Oval) Track studs must not extend more than 3/8 inch above the highest point of the track
  2. For cleated tracks the maximum stud length is 5/8 inch. No stud washer (backing plate) allowed.
  3. For older rubber tracks (without traction ribs) maximum stud length is 5/8 inch with a commercially available backing plate of .180 inch maximum height. Combined max. height above the track of .805 inch.

Frame and Body

  1. Windshield and windshield molding may be removed.
  2. Rear tunnel enclosure must be maintained in all classes.

Ignition & Electrical

  1. A tachometer may be installed.

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