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Entry Requirements & Eligibility
How old do I have to be to participate?
Drivers can enter BIKC from the age of 8 in the Cadet category. From age 12, they can progress to the Junior category. Once a driver is 16 or older, they become eligible to compete in the adult weighted categories.
Do I need to be a member to take part?
Yes, all BIKC competitors must hold a valid TeamSport Elite or Race Academy membership. Please note that drivers under 16 with a Race Academy membership must obtain the Race Academy Advanced Licence before they are eligible to compete.
How much does BIKC cost?
Is there a height and weight restriction?
A minimum inner leg measurement of 25″ is required for the Cadet class, and 29″ is required for the Junior and adult categories. For drivers aged 16 and over, there are three adult weight classes. The recommended maximum driver weight is 18 stone (114 kg)
Can TeamSport and Scotkart staff participate?
The BIKC is not open to TeamSport or Scotkart crew members.
Can TeamSport and Scotkart family member participate?
Yes, however drivers who are related to a TeamSport or Scotkart crew member must request permission to enter the competition. Additional entry requirements apply to ensure complete fairness across the event. Please apply using the contact form provided.
What if my membership expires?
Drivers must have a valid Elite or Race Academy membership. If a participant’s membership expires during the competition, they will be required to renew their TeamSport membership in order to continue competing.
Qualifying & Registration
When can I enter?
Drivers can register from the launch of the competition (April 1st) through to the end of qualifying (August 31st).
Can I change my BIKC category?
Yes, until the start of the competition on June 1st drivers may amend their categories. Past June 1st no exceptions will be made, unless a medical exemption is applied for.
Can I qualify at more than one track?
No. Drivers are only eligible to qualify at the first track where they applied for their BIKC licence. If a second licence is applied, any lap times set under that licence will be void. Drivers will only be eligible for the Local Final at the original track where their licence was first issued.
Can I set all my lap times on the same day?
No. Drivers must set three lap times on three separate days. If a driver chooses to complete multiple sessions in a single day, only their fastest singular lap time across all sessions that day will be counted.
What sessions are qualifying laps valid on? (e.g., Member Events or Normal Sessions?)
Qualifying laps are valid on any race format whether it be an Ultimate Race Experience or a Member event.
How is my average lap time calculated?
Your Chief Instructor will have access to your three best lap times during the qualifying period. With this information, they can provide you with an updated average lap time.
How can I see where I am in the qualifying standings?
Your Chief Instructor will update your local social media pages with the current BIKC qualifying standings.
Can I set more than three lap times during the qualifying period, does this effect my average?
Yes, drivers can complete more than three sessions during the qualifying period. Each time a driver sets a faster lap time, their average lap time for the competition will improve.
How will a member know if they’ve qualified?
Drivers who qualify for the Local Finals will be contacted by TeamSport during the week following the end of the qualifying period. Drivers can also check their qualifying status by viewing the final standings on their venue’s social media pages.
Will the non-qualifiers be notified that they haven’t got through?
For the drivers who have not qualified for the Local Finals, you will remain a reserve unless a qualifying driver declines their space. These are the only drivers who will be contacted.
Weight Requirements
Can I change my weight category if I apply a second license?
No, we will use the first category applied to a driver’s profile. For example, if a driver initially applies a Lightweight licence and later applies for a Middleweight licence, the competition will only recognise their first entry in the Lightweight category.
What does driver weight include?
Driver weights are to include any race gear that the driver wishes to use, including gloves, helmet, boots and body protection. Any equipment must be used in ‘factory’ condition and fit for purpose for which it was designed.
Can I weigh with a seat insert?
No, driver may not use a seat insert for additional driver weight.
I’ve lost weight over the duration of the competition, can I move categories?
It remains the drivers responsibility to ensure that they fulfill the conditions of entry. If a driver falls below the minimum weight they will be disqualified from the competition.
Can I use artificial ballast to reach the minimum driver weight?
No, any driver found to be using artificial ballast will be excluded and will face a ban from all TeamSport circuits for a maximum of 3 months from the date of the rule contravention.
Competition Structure & Progression
What is the format for the competition?
BIKC follows a tournament style format featuring four stages of the competition:
Local Qualifying: Participants set three lap times across three separate days to determine their average lap.
Local Final: The top 20 from the Cadet Class and top 24 drivers in the Junior and Over 16 classes will race in a local event, with top 5 cadets and top 6 Junior and Over 16 drivers progressing.
Regional Final: Top drivers from each class at Locals race in their designated region, with top 3 drivers from each category progressing.
National Final: Top drivers from each category from Regionals compete for the title of British Indoor Karting Champion.
How does the Regional Final race format work?
The 2026 Regional Final format will feature:
- 3 x 4-minute qualifying sessions into 8-minute race.
- 12-minute semi final.
- 15-minute grand final.
Drivers will head out in their assigned kart for a 4‑minute qualifying session. Once qualifying is complete, drivers will be brought to a stop on track and arranged in the correct qualifying order. At no point will drivers change karts or exit the circuit, as the session leads directly into the 8‑minute race.
Where is the competition taking place?
Qualifying and the Local Finals will take place at your local venue. After progressing beyond the Local Finals, drivers will compete at a neutral venue against three other tracks for a place in the National Finals. The National Final will be hosted at the home of the BIKC, TeamSport Warrington.
At what stage is weighing required and how often? And at what stage does it determine category?
There will be a weigh‑in at every stage of the competition. Drivers must first weigh in when selecting their BIKC driver category (16+). The next weigh‑in takes place at the Local Finals, where drivers will be weighed at the end of every session to ensure there are no discrepancies. The same process will be followed at both the Regional and National Finals.
Race Day & Practical Information
How many spectators are we allowed?
There is no limit to the number of spectators per driver, but we ask participants to be mindful of limited parking at some venues and to car‑share where possible.
How are the Regional and National Final groups decided?
To ensure complete fairness, drivers will be asked to randomly select a ball from a box. Each ball will be labelled with either a “1” or a “2”, which will determine their heat racing group.
Can I use a head camera?
Yes, drivers may use either a TeamSport head camera or their own. Cameras must be securely mounted to the helmet. Chest and shoulder mounts are not permitted.
Can I use my head camera to appeal a penalty?
No, personal footage from either driver mounted cameras or spectators’ cameras will not be considered for judicial purposes.
Can I use radio communication?
No signal may pass between a moving kart and anyone connected with the driver or entrant via electronic means. This includes radio, Bluetooth or any other protocol.
Can I use a phone mount?
Devices mounted to either the kart or the driver that allow drivers to see timing or performance information will not be allowed. This includes mobile phones, tablets or any other device that has the capability to display information relative to the performance of any driver competing in the competition.
An exception is made for venues that operate the TeamSport TrackMaster system with digital data steering wheels.
How will karts be allocated at Regional and National Finals?
Karts will be selected at random by the competitors prior to the start of qualifying and races. This will be done using a blind draw system (numbers out of a hat). Once drawn, a competitor may not change their kart.
Prizes
What are the prizes?
We will be announcing our 2026 prize sponsors very soon.
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