ABOUT THIS EVENT

THIS EVENT IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY YAMAHA BLU CRU AND REDBUD!  All classes are for Yamaha motorcycles only, and you must register on the Blu Cru page first.  (Once you register, Yamaha will send you a link for RedBud’s online race registration.)

Here’s more information from Yamaha.

There are classes for every Yamaha motocross bike, from a PW50 and up, beginners to experts. The racing format is 3 motos over 2 days (like a Loretta’s Regional).  The 50cc classes will race on the 50 track; all others will race on the big track.

Check the class list carefully and let us know if you have questions.

 

IMPORTANT TRAVEL INFO FOR THE WEEKEND!

Make sure you check the detour routes around road construction in the area RIGHT BEFORE YOU LEAVE! New construction areas are popping up every week. We’ll post the latest info we have leading up to the event.


HOTELS in the South Bend / Mishawaka / Elkhart, Indiana areas (south of the track) are very expensive due to Notre Dame graduation.  Hotels north of the track in Michigan are about the same distance (maybe closer) and may be a better option. Try the links below:

Stevensville, St. Joseph, New Buffalo Michigan area hotels:

 

 

RACE CLASSES

Three SUPERFINALE classes top the list, giving youth riders a chance to join Yamaha Team USA at the Motocross of Nations this year at Ironman!

Team USA will have the opportunity to take home top honors while competing with SuperFinale racers from Europe, Australia, Canada, Japan and more.

Classes eligible for the Superfinale:

  • YZ125: Ages 13 to 16 (Riders must be age 13-16 at the time of the SuperFinale)
  • YZ85:   Ages 11 to 14 (Riders must be age 11-14 at the time of the SuperFinale)
  • YZ65:   Ages 8 to 12 (Riders must be age 8-12 at the time of the SuperFinale)

RACE FORMAT

Every class is a 3-moto race format.  All three motos count toward your overall finish, with the last moto breaking any ties.  Ideally, the first 2 motos for each class would race Saturday, leaving one round to finish up on Sunday.  Regardless, wherever we leave off in the race order Saturday is where racing will resume on Sunday after a short practice.

Practice starts at 9am Saturday with racing immediately following.
Practice starts at 8am Sunday with racing immediately following.

Complete Class List

  • 50cc Shaft 4-6 yrs.
  • 50cc Open 4-8 yrs. (PW and TTR 50 bikes)
  • 65cc 7-9 yrs.
  • 65cc 8-12 yrs. (SuperFinale Qualifier)
  • 85cc 10-11 yrs.
  • 85cc 12-14 yrs. (SuperFinale Qualifier)
  • Girls 11-16 yrs. (79-112cc)
  • Supermini Open 12-16 yrs. (70-112cc)
  • 125cc 13-16 yrs. (SuperFinale Qualifier)
  • Schoolboy 1 12-17 yrs. (123-125cc 2-Stroke)
  • Schoolboy 2 14-17 yrs. (250cc 4-Stroke)
  • 250cc 2-Stroke (ages 18 & up / Max. 249cc)
  • 250 C (122-250cc)
  • 250 B (122-250cc)
  • 250 All Star A & B (122-250cc)
  • 450 C (122cc-Open)
  • 450 B (122cc-Open)
  • 450 All Star A & B (122cc-Open)
  • WMX 122-250cc (min. age 14 to ride 250cc)
  • College 18-24 yrs. (122cc-Open)
  • Unlimited C (125-450cc)
  • Vet 25+ Amateur (B/C)
  • Vet 30+ Amateur (B/C)
  • Vet 40+ Amateur (B/C)
  • Vet 50+ Amateur (B/C)
  • Vet 60+ Amateur (B/C)
  • Vet Open
  • Vet Warrior (military veterans)

Entry Fees

$50 | 50cc classes
$60 | All other classes
No Charge for Warrior class!  Please bring military ID when you check in at the track.

Blu Cru Online Registration is open now!  

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS


Friday Camp – by invitation only! Invited riders, click for details.


GATE ENTRANCE HOURS & PRICES

The South entrance on Red Bud Trail is the only entrance for the weekend.

Gate opens at noon Friday and stays open through Sunday (including overnights)

Gate fee for all racers, and for spectators age 12 & up:

$40  | Arriving Thursday or Friday, good through Sunday.
$35  | Arriving Friday, good through Sunday.
$30  | Arriving Saturday, good through Sunday.

No charge for ages 11 & under if not racing.

Cash and credit cards are accepted at the gate, signup, transponders and concession stand.

FRIDAY REGISTRATION / CHECK-IN: 3pm – 5pm

  1. Check in with Yamaha.
  2. Pick up transponder behind RedBud’s signup building.
    Note: 50cc riders DO NOT need a transponder!
  3. Come to signup building window (bring transponder or your own transponder number).  Note: Pre-registered riders must check in at the track.

Transponder Scoring:

    • Big track only
    • Rental fee is $15 (per racer, not per class).
    • Go to the MMXT trailer behind Registration first.
    • Bring credit card for security deposit.
    • Bring transponder with you to Registration to check in.
    • Have your own? Make sure it’s charged and has a current subscription. Bring the number to Registration.

Blu Cru Online Registration is open now!  

OPTIONS FOR PARENTS OR LEGAL GUARDIANS TO REGISTER A MINOR:

  1. REGISTER ONLINE and use the electronic release in the Trackside Registration system. Enter each parent’s name and email address; both parents complete the waiver process. Don’t miss the last step: verifying the email each parent will receive! This completes the waiver process.
  2. Use this SMARTWAIVER link for each parent to complete the waiver process, including the email confirmation at the end … OR …
  3. Both parents and the rider come to Registration at the track to fill out and sign the Minor & Parental Consent Waiver.

 

MORE INFORMATION: Camping, bike wash, water, food concessions, general rules

Camping is available on site for no additional charge, no reservation necessary.  There’s plenty of room!

Dry camping only; no hookups sites.  We suggest filling with water shortly before you arrive, but there are water fill stations throughout the pit area if needed.  Locations: along the roadway (inside Gate 5) in the pits; along the west fence line past the bike wash (inside Gate 6) in the pits.

A large bike wash is located just inside Gate 6 along the west tree line.  It’s big enough for 40 bikes, so there’s plenty of room.  Water provided; byo power washer.

Concession stand is located at the base of the announcers tower on the track infield (through the tunnels).  Open Saturday and Sunday from breakfast on.  They typically open at 7am daily.  They also sell ice.

Friendly pets are welcome, on a leash, please!

No glass containers, please.

Be sure to check the pit vehicle rules before you load something you can’t use!

 

PIT VEHICLE POLICY

NOT PERMITTED:

  • Pit bikes, ATVs, scooters, motorcycles of any type or size
  • Throttle e-bikes you don’t have to pedal
  • Stacycs
  • 1-wheels

Under age 18:  Pedal bikes only. Pedal-assist e-bikes are ok, but not bikes with a throttle.

Adults, ages 18 & up may use the following.

  • golf cart
  • side by side (not the lifted, loud exhaust race buggies)
  • pedal bike or pedal-assist e-bikes

Please note:

  • No bikes, carts or side-by-sides are permitted on the track infield (through the tunnels).
  • A licensed scooter or motorcycle cannot be used as a pit bike.
  • If needed, please come to Registration to inquire about a handicap sticker.