Motorsports Racing in India | FAQ

What are the dates & venues for Selection?

The selection will happen as per below details:

- Monday, 22nd July 2019 – Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore, India

What is the eligibility criteria for selection?

Anyone above the age of 12 years, who is a riding enthusiast present at the given location on the mentioned date along with your pair of riding helmet, riding gloves & riding boots.

Criteria for JK TYRE SUZUKI GIXXER CUP

Age: Below 23 as on 22.07.2019

Criteria for REDBULL ROAD TO ROOKIES

Age: Below 17 as on 22.07.2019

Minors should be accompanied by their Parents/Guardians who should sign on behalf of them and should carry a valid Photo ID Proof with date of birth.

Is there a registration fees we need to pay?

Yes, there is a registration fee of Rs.500+ applicable taxes (Non-refundable) that you need to pay for selection once at the venue.

What is the selection process?

The selection process is divided in 3 step:

Step 1: A group discussion where your knowledge about the bikes & sport will be judged once you register

Step 2: participant will be briefed on the various racing techniques by our experts on- Explanation of track layout •General track etiquette •Throttle control •Cornering Out –In –Out •Basic breaking techniques Basis above briefing participant will be given a track time on the Suzuki Gixxer bikes (155 CC) based on which the riders would be assessed & selected

Step 3: Random participants will go for a 1 on 1 interaction with our grooming experts.

Also, please note that JK Tyre reserves the right to admission.

What are the various categories of JK Tyre presents Suzuki Gixxer Cup 2019?

The riders are divided into two major categories:

JK Tyre Suzuki Gixxer Cup: Riders aged below 23 years, (as on 22.07.2019) and should have never won any national-level two-wheeler motorcycle championship position (including second and third position)

Red Bull Road to Rookies Cup: Riders aged below 17 years. (as on 22.07.2019)

How many riders will be selected from the selection program?

We will be selecting 15 riders for the JK Tyre Suzuki Gixxer Cup & 12 riders for the Red Bull Road to Rookies Cup.

What is the participation fee for the season?

JK Tyre Suzuki Gixxer Cup: Rs. 20,000+Applicable Taxes (non-refundable) for 4 rounds (5,000 per round X 4 rounds) & Personal travel & boarding expenses to be borne by the participant. Fee to be paid in advance for all 4 rounds, before Round 1 of JKNRC.
Red Bull Road to Rookies Cup: Personal travel & boarding expenses to be borne by participant.

What's the next step after selections? Do we hit the race track right away?

We know it would be difficult for the selected riders to be away from the track, but a majority of these are new to the racing arena it’s important to ensure that you are track-ready. Fitness also plays a major role when you are on a racing track with 15 others competing for the winner title at top speeds, hence a check on their fitness levels is a must too and hence we go an extra mile on organizing an extensive 3 day Rider Training Camp

The Riders will be given a thorough technical training session of 3 days at Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore– at the end of which the riders will apply and obtain Federation of Motorsports Club of India (FMSCI) 2W License. Here they will undergo theory sessions & on track riding under the guidance of experts in the industry. This training is to give a hands-on experience of the bikes that the riders will be racing for the season.

The Selected participants will have to make their own stay & travel arrangements for their training period in Coimbatore.

Round 1 begins after the 3-day training. The 2019 season of JK Tyre Suzuki Gixxer Cup would see the inaugural round followed by the next two rounds of the season being hosted at Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore, and the season's finale at the Buddh International Circuit, Greater Noida. The provisional race calendar for this season is uploaded on the website.

Redbull Road to Rookies cup will have 3 rounds only hosted at Kari Motor Speedway.

What are the deliverables?

Following deliverables are provided to each rider:

RACING SEASON

1. Technically compliant Suzuki Gixxer Cup Race Bike (155 CC) & spares.

2. Logistics of the bikes to all the races, practice sessions, and qualifying sessions, as well as for the official test days before and during the season.

3. Fuel for training and racing.

4. High-performance tyres (as specified in supplementary regulations).

5. All race organizing expenses.

6. 2 VIP tickets per round allowing access to the racing venues and the Suzuki Gixxer Cup hospitality zone.

7. Hospitality on every racing weekend (including training days)

Note: Rider needs to carry his/her own racing leather suit, gloves, ankle-length shoes, inners & helmet

MEDIA COVERAGE

1.Coverage in most of the national dailies, trade magazines, and automotive and motorsport blogs

2. Deferred telecast on a prime sports channel

3. Live webcasting and interviews

What are the rounds &championship titles & Gratification that the winners of Suzuki Gixxer Cup are entitled to?

I] Every Round will have the following titles: (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 & Round 4)

a). Round Winner –Cash Prize of Rs. 15,000

b). Round 1st Runner Up - Cash Prize of Rs. 10,000

c). Round 2nd Runner Up -Cash Prize of Rs. 5,000

II] The championship has following major titles:

a). Overall Champion - 1 Nos. Suzuki Gixxer SF

b). Overall 1st Runner Up - 1 Nos. Suzuki Gixxer

c). Overall 2nd Runner Up - 1 Nos. Suzuki Access 125

What are the championship titles & Gratification that the winner of Red Bull Road to Rookies Cup are entitled to?

The best young rider gets the lifetime opportunity to participate in Red Bull Rookies Cup Qualifiers in Spain & this is the stepping stone for the Red Bull Rookies Cup which is the breeding ground for most future Moto 3, Moto 2 & Moto GP riders.

JK Tyre will have no role in providing VISA to selected participants for Redbull Road to Rookies Cup.