Classes
Class D
Class-D is the training school for aspiring youngsters between the ages of 8 and 13 years. The race cars are powered by 125cc two-stroke, or 250cc four-stroke motorcycle engines and can reach speeds up to 140 km/h. Driven by a six speed gearbox, it is the only racing formula (in South Africa) that will allow youngsters less than 13 years of age to race a race car with gears. Running costs are low as there are very few specialist components and they use very affordable tyres, making them great father-son projects.
Used class-D cars can be purchased from R6,000 to R25,000 depending on age and condition.
Class chairman:Sean Simpson 082 956 0553
Class C
Also a development class, Class-C is seen as the "High School" class of Formula "M" as the class allows drivers of 12 years and older to race with the big boys.
These race cars are powered by 400cc four stroke motorcycle engines and can reach speeds of more or less 170 km/h. With slick tyres, sequential gearbox and wings, it's a very exciting car to drive.
Used class-C cars can be purchased for around R25,000 to R50,000 depending on the condition of the race car.
Class chairman:Sean Simpson 082 956 0553
Class B
Class-B cars are powered by 600cc motorbike engines and can reach speeds of about 210 km/h. The ages of the drivers range from 15 to 60+ years old. This is a very competitive class and makes for very exciting, close racing for both spectators and drivers.
Cars sell for between R25,000 and R65,000.
Class chairman:Nico Gerber 082 569 2899
Class A
The Class-A cars are the "mean machines" of Formula "M". This is the only class where certain engine modifications are permitted. With engine sizes ranging from 900 cc to 1400 cc in mostly professionally designed chassis, the cars can reach speeds of around 250 km/h.
Cars sell from R60,000 and up.
Class chairman:Nico Gerber 082 569 2899
