Getting Started

GETTING STARTED

The Kick Start Program is for kids aged up to 16 years, who may wish to go on to enter in a junior motorcycle event are required to attend a Junior Coaching Program (Kickstart) It is a fun way to teach the kids to ride, control and enjoy a motorcycle. This includes current up to date advice, demonstration and training.

The course covers; motorcycling rules and regulations, club rules, safety gear, scrutineering of motorcycles, maintenance tips for your bike.
The club coach will go over riding positions, weight distribution, throttle, brake and clutch control, braking and cornering skills from our certified coaches.
Through completion of the course, allows your junior to apply for their MA licence.

LOCATION

The kickstart course is generally held at our Minikhana Complex, 85 Redmayne Rd, Horsley Park.

Cost: $25 per rider + membership $50 (online via Ridernet and paid prior to the day)

We have a fully stocked canteen complete with BBQ but feel free to also bring plenty of drinks as it is thirsty work riding bikes. Some additional items are hat and sunscreen.

All riders must be a member of a club when participating in the Kickstart program. Click here to become a BHJMTC member

MEMBERSHIPS & RIDING FEES 2023

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP – $60 from 1/2/23

SINGLE MEMBERSHIP – $50 from 1/2/23

DIRTX ROUND FEES

Junior rider – $50 online entry 1st bike and $20 for second bike + $5 per rider for 1st Aid Levy
Senior rider – $60 online entry 1st bike and $20 for second bike + $5 per rider for 1st Aid Levy
Day Licenses – $75 online entry only

Where Paid Marshalling is offered a $10 Levy is added to your entry

Online entries via Ridernet will only be accepted in 2019. Entries will close on the Thursday before the event, THERE IS NO LATE ENTRIES FOR DIRT X

KICKSTART PROGRAM

$25 per rider plus membership fee

Please email secretary@bhjmtc.com.au with your name, child’s age, bike size and make and check our calendar for the next Kickstart Programs

Riding Gear Needed – Essential

Helmet that has ASA (Australian Standards Association) sticker on the back of it
Goggles
Body armour
Gloves
Jersey
Pants
Motocross boots that cover ¾ way up lower leg

Non-Essential Riding Gear

Knee and Elbow guards. (BHJMTC prefer riders have these on the day, other sports including skateboarding knee and elbow guards are okay to use also.
Neck brace (not essential)

Bike set up for the day

Bike size is limited to 85cc/150f or smaller
Please remove side stands on bikes over 50cc
Ensure there is a handlebar pad fitted and handlebar ends are plugged with either internal or external bar plugs
Tyre pressures are usually around 12 to 14psi. Bring your fuel with you
If you have spare clutch and brake levers, these are good spares to bring with you + spare spark plug
Adjust your chain to manufacturer’s specifications