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These machines are old and most are very rare. A lot of these early bikes would not be on the road today were it not for new parts. In a lot of cases only the motor survived to be resurrected into its former self. As long as the engine in your machine is original then its eligible to run for the prize. Any reproduction chassis or parts should be as they were originally.
BRAKES........We are all aware that 100 years ago brakes were not that good. If in any way you can improve your braking ability, to the point of even adding a front brake, then it is highly recommended.
CARBS AND MAGS......The original carbs, whether modified or updated some, need to be used, spares allowed. If your magneto isn't rebuilt you should consider it. We want each bike to use it's intended ignition source, spares allowed.
THE TIRES........Well, the tires are very important. The argument for or against the safety of clincher tires has long been a debate. If you don't want to run clincher rims and tires, then you don't have to. Spares allowed.
THE LIGHTS .........At this time we are developing a universal, battery powered lighting system that resembles the the early carbides of the day. Simply hook up a brake light switch and you should be legal. If your machine has lighting already then thats great, just add a brake light switch. Spare batteries allowed.
LICENSE AND REGISTRATION......... Each machine, like any other motorcycle on the road, will need to be registered and licensed. The rider also needs to have auto liability insurance as well as a drivers license.
Eligible Machines
This will be a difficult ride, only the best machines should be considered for it. Much will have to be done to your machine if you decide to run the cannonball. No motorcycle built after 1915 can run for the prize. The machine must be powered by an original engine. Many things could be changed on a machine, and updates made for safety sake, but the core of the motorcycle must be 95 years old or older.
Class 1
Single Cylinder, Single Speed
The first class (Class 1) will be the single cylinder class. This class consists of bikes with belt drive or chain, and single speed. This race was really meant for riders of bikes in this class. They have the most to prove. Will that belt drive single really conquer the Rockies? We shall see.
Class 2
Twin Cylinder, Single Speed
The second class (Class 2) will be the twins. Bikes in this class include primarily v-twins, but any four cylinder single speed bikes are allowed. This class consist of bikes with belt drive or chain, with single speed. These riders will undoubtedly have more power, but twin engine design was still in its infancy with many factories. Will the twins show that they can be as reliable as the trusty old singles?
Class 3
Multi Cylinder, Multi Speed
The last class (Class 3) will be the transmission class. This class includes bikes with two speed and three speed transmissions. These machines can be singles, twins, and fours. It is safe to say that this class will be running a completely different run than the others, and will be our most competitive class
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