Getting Started with Trials
Thinking about trying motorcycle trials? Here’s a quick guide to help you get started.
What is Trials Riding? A Trial is a test of riding skill and balance over a variety of observed obstacles with riders incurring penalties for footing or failing to fulfil other conditions
Join the ACU and a Club
A Competition Licence (or Registration in the case of Trials) is required by every rider and passenger participating in any competition held under the National Sporting Code of the Auto Cycle Union (ACU).
ACU Membership: Register with the ACU for your trials license via the ACU/Sport80 website
Mum, dad please don’t forget
I am only a child. This is just a sport.
I am here to enjoy myself.
This is not the Grand Prix, although although one day I might race in one. This is my moment let’s enjoy it together.
PS: The official are here to help me. Please respect them too
Entering a Trial
Log into your profile on the ACU/Sport80 website
REMEMBER: When logging in USE the email address that you used to register
Short Video on how to enter below
Events (Trials)
If you’re new to the sport or just want to join a club, there are beginner or club-level trials to get you started. The routes are marked and graded for different skill levels, so you can find one that suits your abilities. The main goal is to navigate the sections with minimal points lost.
Just a friendly reminder to follow the rules and respect the venue and land. Let’s keep the rides on the marked routes and avoid unnecessary riding outside. Thanks for your cooperation!
Equipment
The maximum permitted for machines used in the Age Groups set out in TSR 1. (Please read)
Trials Bike: Youth riders have specific size limits set by the ACU.
Safety Gear: A motorcycle helmet, knee-length boots, long-sleeved top, and gloves are essential. Youth riders MUST wear Gloves and have long sleeves at all times
Just a friendly reminder to follow the rules and respect the venue and land. Let’s keep the rides on the marked routes and avoid unnecessary riding outside. Thanks for your cooperation!
TSR 12 Clothing
Clothing must cover legs and body and it is recommended that arms should be covered. Boots of approximately knee length made of leather, rubber or plastic must be worn. The wearing of gloves is recommended.
Motorcycle helmets
Competitors, both riders and Sidecar passengers must wear a correctly fitted helmet at all times during the event whilst riding a motorcycle or quad. Officials must wear a correctly fitted helmet whilst riding a motorcycle at all times during the event, and it is recommended that they wear a helmet whilst riding a quad. Unless the helmet is manufactured with the camera as an intrinsic part, helmet cameras (including the helmet camera brackets) and cameras attached to the body are prohibited. Cameras attached to the machine are permitted.
Jewellery
Competitors are advised not to wear hand, face or body jewellery which could prove hazardous in the event of an accident. The mouth should be kept clear of anything likely to cause a blockage of the airway in the event of an accident, e.g., chewing gum.