6 Point Rule

[rbenash]

Newbie to judging (me) would like to know what the 6 point rule is? This came up on another thread, I didn't want to hijack. Thought my question belonged here instead.

[Chris Haynes]

If an UNRESTORED motorcycle has has the sheetmetal repainted at any time in its life there is a six point loss of points in judging.

[rbenash]

Thanks, thought so - wasn't sure.

[bmh]

Does that apply to any color? I thought it only applied to machines that had been painted a color other than what that particular manufacturer offered on that model that year.

[Chris Haynes]

Does that apply to any color? I thought it only applied to machines that had been painted a color other than what that particular manufacturer offered on that model that year.

Any repaint of any color is a six point hit. Before this rule came into effect if a bike had been repainted it couldn't be in the original class.

[Rubone]

Brian,
If the bike is judged as restored, all parts must be factory correct, including color. If the bike is judged as original the paint must be so also. Any deviation from this evokes the 6 point rule. Repainted parts on an original or wrong color on a restoration.
Robbie

[rbenash]

Original class for judging purposes then does that apply to all finishes, say if someone pulls engine and trans for rebuilding and cleans the cases - does that take a point hit? How about if the frame gets painted when/if the bike is torn down for rebuilding/refurbishing?

In my case if I get judged it will be considered a restoration, but interested in how the point systems work.

I really should get a copy of the rules book and read it, eh?

[Rubone]

Ray,
Yes , you should if you are interested in getting a bike judged. ALL finishes need to be as close as possible to factory finishes or you will take a hit!
Robbie

[jmanjeff]

Download a PDF
AMCA Judging Handbook

[Chris Haynes]

It is kinda like this. If part of the motorcycle is restored then it all has to be restored. They let ya slide in the unrestored class if it has simply had the sheetmetal painted. Six point deduction assures that it will never win a Senior First.

[rbenash]

Thanks Jeff!

Thanks Chris, I see how that works now.

I'll definitely be considered a restoration and will take some hits, but should be good to get the feedback.

Once it's done I'll post on the forum so you guys can pick it apart here first