Motorbike Barrel Racing Competition
Motorbike Barrel Racing swaps horses for bikes in a classic barrel race pattern. Riders weave in and out of drums at speed, testing control and balance on two wheels. It’s a high-adrenaline event that doesn’t need much set-up!
Competition Regulations
- All motorbikes must be transported to the showgrounds via vehicle or trailer.
- Bikes are not to be started or ridden outside the designated motorbike area.
- Parents and spectators must remain behind fenced areas unless acting as marshals.
- A 25-metre separation between the course and spectators must be maintained.
- Riders must follow all instructions and signals from track marshals and officials.
- No competitor may participate under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Random drug and alcohol testing may occur.
- All competitors must sign an AgShows NSW waiver prior to the race. Riders must wear an armband as proof of waiver completion to enter the ring.
- Riders must wear the following protective clothing:
- Approved helmet
- Long-sleeved top to protect against abrasion
- Full-length trousers (non-combustible material preferred)
- Boots made from leather or other durable material
The course consists of three padded barrels placed in a triangle to form a cloverleaf pattern, with tyres used as additional markers.
Riders will:
- Start at the designated start line
- Circle Barrel 1 on the left
- Circle Barrel 2 on the right
- Circle Barrel 3 on the right
- Exit through the start/finish markers
Riders will be eliminated for:
- Not following the correct course
- Failing to re-enter the course properly if off-course
- Minimum age: 7 years
- Minimum riding experience: 2 years
- Bike capacity: Maximum 125cc
- Ages 16–17: Maximum 450cc
- Ages 18 and over: Maximum 750cc
- Minimum riding experience: 2 years
- Minimum age: 16 years

