Motorcycling Australia’s Junior Age Exemption and Dispensation Policy is only available at state or national championship events under exceptional circumstances, where the applicant is a proven talent in their selected discipline, at either state or national level. Applications for an age exemption for a club, interclub or regional championship will not be accepted.
In such exceptional instances an age dispensation may be considered to assist junior competitors in moving up a category early. An example of this would be where an elite competitor’s birthday falls between the first and second round of a state or national championship and, under the rules due to their age, they would be unable to compete at round 1 but can compete at round 2. Junior riders in all disciplines can, six months prior to their birthday, commence coaching/practice (not competition) on a machine of the increased capacity that they will be competing on when reaching the required age, providing the coaching/practice is conducted under an MA permit.
The Application Process
Motorcycling NSW (MNSW) is responsible for ensuring applications meet all criteria before submission to MA.
Each application must:
- Be sent to MNSW via mnsw@motorcycling.com.au
- Will be thoroughly reviewed to ensure it meets the requirements and must include;
- The MA completed Junior Age Exemption and Dispensation Form outlining the legitimate reason for the exemption request.
- A letter of support from an MA-accredited coach confirming the rider’s readiness to move up.
- Official results from State and/ or National competitions.
Applications must be submitted to MNSW at least fourteen (14) days prior to the required exemption date. Late applications will not be considered.
Once an application is reviewed and approved by MNSW, this be provided to MA for their approval. If an exemption is granted, a letter of confirmation will be issued, detailing the exemption’s terms. Riders granted an exemption cannot return to a lower category once approved.
Further Assistance
If you have questions or require clarification on the updated process, please contact MNSW via mnsw@motorcycling.com.au