Protective Clothing Requirements

Holbrook Motorcycle Sports Club has minimum safety requirements that riders must meet to participate in club events, including Ride Park Days.

These requirements help minimise the risk of injury to riders, spectators and officials, and support the safe running of all events.

Minimum Protective Clothing Requirements

All riders must wear protective clothing that meets acceptable safety standards. It is the rider’s responsibility to ensure their equipment is compliant.

Mandatory requirements

• Helmet – approved to recognised standards (AS/NZS, Snell, ECE, FIM)
  
  

• Gloves
  
  

• Long-sleeve jersey
  
  

• Long pants
  
  

• Off-road boots must be constructed of leather or similarly durable material and be long enough to cover the rider’s shin in a normal riding position.
  
  

• Goggles or approved eye protection
  
  

Recommended

• Body armour – strongly recommended, particularly for junior riders

Bike & Equipment Safety Requirements

General condition

• Motorcycle must be in safe working condition
  
  

• No loose or broken components
  
  

• All bolts, nuts and fasteners secure
  
  

Controls & safety

• Functioning brakes
  
  

• Throttle returns freely
  
  

• Kill switch operates correctly
  
  

Drive & wheels

• Chain correctly adjusted
  
  

• No sharp or broken spokes
  
  

• Wheels secure
  
  

Fuel & exhaust

• Fuel tank and lines secure with no leaks
  
  

• Exhaust secure and within noise limits

Club officials may inspect bikes and equipment to ensure compliance.

Event Entry & Pre-Entry

Our events are advertised via Facebook, email, and this website.

For most events, pre-entry is required. This allows the committee to ensure appropriate facilities, staffing, and safety coverage for the number of riders attending.

What is pre-entry?

Pre-entry means reserving your place in an event before the day.
This is usually completed via Ridernet 2.0 or TryBooking, depending on the event. The relevant system will be clearly stated in the event information.

Pre-entry numbers may be limited, so we recommend entering early to avoid missing out.
On-the-day entries are generally not accepted, unless specifically advertised.

On the Day of the Event

Opening times are advertised for each event. Riders must not begin riding until they have completed sign-on and attended the rider briefing.

Typical event timeline may include

• Gates open: 7:30 am

• Sign-on: 7:45 am – 8:50 am

• Rider briefing: 9:00 am

• Track opens: 9:15 am

• Track closes: 3:30 pm

Riders under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult at sign-on.

Rider Briefing

The rider briefing is a mandatory group meeting held before riding begins.

During the briefing, club officials will cover:

• Safety requirements and procedures

• Track rules and flag meanings

• Event timelines

• First aid locations

• Who to contact if assistance is needed

All riders must attend the rider briefing at every event, regardless of previous experience.

Responsibility & Safety

The rider is responsible for ensuring their motorcycle and protective equipment meet the required standards.

These requirements are based on recognised safety guidelines and are enforced by club officials to ensure everyone can enjoy riding in a safe and supportive environment. 

Rider Safety Checklist

This checklist is provided to help riders prepare for Holbrook Motorcycle Sports Club events.
All riders are responsible for ensuring their bike and protective equipment meet minimum safety requirements.

Protective Clothing (Mandatory)

☐ Approved helmet (AS/NZS, Snell, ECE or FIM)
☐ Gloves
☐ Long-sleeve jersey
☐ Long pants
☐ Off-road boots (leather or similarly durable, covering the shin)
☐ Goggles or approved eye protection

Recommended:
☐ Body armour (strongly recommended, especially for junior riders)

Bike Safety Check

☐ Motorcycle in safe working condition
☐ Brakes functioning correctly
☐ Throttle returns freely
☐ Kill switch operates correctly
☐ Chain correctly adjusted
☐ No loose or broken components
☐ Wheels and spokes secure
☐ Fuel tank and fuel lines secure with no leaks
☐ Exhaust secure and within noise limits

On the Day

☐ Signed on before riding
☐ Bike presented for inspection if requested
☐ Attended rider briefing
☐ Followed event rules and instructions

Important reminder

Club officials may inspect bikes and protective equipment at any time to ensure compliance.
These requirements help keep riders, volunteers and spectators safe.

If you are unsure about any requirement, please ask a club official — we’re happy to help.

Holbrook Motorcycle Sports Club