American Motorcyclist Association Implements Open Supplemental Rules Package for Monster Energy Cup

PICKERINGTON, Ohio (October 4, 2011) --
The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has issued an open
supplemental rules package for the Monster Energy Cup. The Oct. 15 race
at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas, Nev., which features a potential $1
Million payout, will allow a wide range of unrestricted machinery.

The
elimination of nearly all technical restrictions, with the exception of
sound and fuel regulations, will allow riders and teams the opportunity
to develop and test new technology during race conditions without being
restricted by the current AMA Supercross rulebook. Teams will have the
unique opportunity to employ components such as in-helmet communication,
traction control, GPS, and more. All of the rules that pertain to
safety and operations will remain in place.

AMA
Director of Supercross Kevin Crowther said that the open rules approach
is possible due to the nature of a unique stand-alone event versus a
world championship.

“As
a singular race the Monster Energy Cup gives us more freedom to think
outside the box and try some innovative concepts that might not always
be practical for a national championship,” Crowther said. “Between this
rules package and the amount of money on the line, the Monster Energy
Cup will be one of racing’s must-attend events this year.”

“While
the actual supplemental rules package is available online at
AMASupercross.com, the basics are simple,” Crowther continued. “No
homologation is necessary, and the engine displacement must be at least
125cc. Beyond that, nearly anything goes -- two-stroke, four-stroke,
singles, twins. Weight restrictions are gone. Large-displacement two
strokes are welcome. That said, it’s important to stress that all safety
and sound-related regulations will remain in place. In fact, with
regard to sound testing, we will be implementing the new 2Meter Max
sound testing procedure that we will use for the 2012 Monster Energy AMA
Supercross, an FIM World Championship.”

The
unique hybrid track will consist of supercross/motocross terrain and
will have a tremendous motocross-style influence, making it unlike any
other stadium race in the world. This track will be the perfect blend of
supercross and motocross combined and created into the ultimate
battleground. The Monster Energy Cup posts a $250,000 purse, awarding
the winner a $100,000 check, and for the “first time ever,” $1 Million
will be paid to a rider that wins all three main events. 

Tickets
for the 2011 Monster Energy Cup can be purchased at the Thomas &
Mack Center Box Office, UNLVtickets outlets, online at www.UNLVtickets.com, www.MonsterEnergyCup.com,  or by phone at (702) 739-FANS. Tickets will be available at the Sam Boyd Stadium Box Office on the day of the event only.
 

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