1. OFFICIAL RULES
VESPA THE RESISTANCE
(by Team Vespa Barcelona)
This document has been drawn up according to the rules that have been wrtitten for
the past editions of 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011 of the VTR and in collaboration with
organizers of Vespa and Lambreta endurance races in Spain, along with the
International Circuit of Zuera (Zaragoza, Spain).

2. 1. THE RACE
Vespa The Resistance will be held the 12-13th of May 2012 in Circuito Internacional de
Zuera, with a total length of 1,7 km.
This race should be considered by all participants as a free and voluntary activity so
each competitor must take their own responsibility. Therefore, the organization needs a
signed document from each driver and team in which they accept the stipulated rules in
the race regulations. In the same way the competitors must accept the joint agreement
for the proper development of the race, meaning in turn that it is a non-profit activity by
promoters, and where each person is solely responsible for their actions, unable to
derive these in any case the people who organized the activity, nor on the circuit
owners.
2. DRIVERS AND TEAMS
Each team may consist of 1 motorbike, with a minimum of 3 riders and a maximum of
6, and also one person as a mechanical role. In short, no teams will be allowed more
than 7 people in the pit area closest to the circuit.
In the inscription of the race, the team must facilitate the following information:
- Name of the team
- Model of Vespa or Lambretta in categories
- Name and ID/Passport of all the drivers, mechanics and team manager
- Phone number of the contact person
- Email of the contact person
It will be maintained the fixed dorsal assigned in previous editions (for more information
on this, see the TVB forum or contact us by email
(teamvepabarcelona@gmail.com). The dorsal should be placed in the following
visible places: in the frontal part of the motorbike, on left and the right sides. The
number must be visible from a distance of approximately 50 meters.
The dorsal must be made of a material that lasts during the whole length of event. This
year the organization will not provide the dorsal, so each team must provide their own
dorsal taking into account the above specifications.

3. 3. THE PILOTS EQUIPMENT
Inside the track circuit, pilots should be provided with: approved helmet, protective
gloves specific for motorcycles, coveralls (either one or two pieces) of leather or other
safe material; all clothing must be completely closed or latched. In case of inclement
weather, the pilots can wear protective clothing against rain, always on top of the
aforementioned.
At the discretion of each team it is stressed that all these aspects aim the safety of the
pilots, reason why it will not be accepted clothing that do not meet these safety
standards.
4. IDENTIFIERS
All drivers shall be marked with an obligatorily identification armband, which allows
access to various race services.
The organization will provide the armbands to all participants.
5. CATEGORIES
The only scooters allowed in the race are Vespa and Lambretta 2-stroke and with
manual transmission. Automatic engines are not allowed.
The following categories and subcategories are stipulated:
VESPA PROTO
Proto Largeframe > Proto Large frame are considered to be vespas with "big"
crank such as those belonging to the following models: PX,TX, P, etc., with any
type of modifications. It is required to maintain the original crankcase and chassis
of the 2-stroke Vespa.
Proto Smallframe > Proto Small frame are considered to be scooters with small
crank, such as those belonging to the models: PK, PRIMAVERA, etc., with any
type of modifications. It is required to maintain the original crankcase and chassis
of the 2-stroke Vespa.

4. VESPA SERIE
Large frame Series > Large frame series Vespa are considered to be vespas
strictly from the factory, that is, with all original components of series (even for
other models within large frame).
Small frame Series > Small frame series Vespa are considered to be vespas
strictly from the factory, that is, with all original components of series (even for
other models within small frame).
LAMBRETTA
Lambretta Proto > In this case there is only one category of free configuration,
as long as the cranks and the original chassis of Lambretta is maintained.
* APPLIES ONLY TO SERIES CATEGORY
- This rule provides for adjustment of pieces, so you can lighten-modify all components,
provided they are the same strict original series.
- It is allowed to change the seat by a non-original one.
- The side covers must be mounted on place
- For safety reasons, it is allowed to remove mirrors and elements that protrude from
the bike or may easily brake in case of falls such as lights, tulips, and trestles.
GENERAL ASPECTS (Series Category)
Trimmings
- It is allowed to trim up to 4 cm of the plate (teams which participated in previous
editions are excluded from this limit).
- The front mudguard may be trimmed (up to 4 cm), as long as the edges are protected
so they are not sharp.
Wheels
- It allows you to mount tubeless wheels, understanding these are safer for heavier
pilots.

5. Tires
- Of free choice, including slicks.
Suspensions and fork
- Forks are interchangeable between models within the same series.
- It is allowed to modify the series suspensions, and also mount Carbone
as long as they are not adjustable.
- It is forbidden to mount any type or hydraulic adjustable suspension.
Cap
- Must have the top and bottom parts.
- The odometer hole and the light must be covered with soft non-metallic materials
(fibre, plastic, etc.), in case they could loosen up.
Handles
- Original and with ball in the end.
- In case of falls, it should be changed immediately.
Brake Drums
- Must be originals.
- Vents are permitted, provided they do not pose a security risk, no sheet metal or parts
that could come loose.
- It is allowed you to mount a disc brake, if it is the original of PX and it is coupled to the
bar.
TECHNICAL ASPECTS OF ENGINES (Series Category)
- In principle, all parts must be original (except for the piston and connecting rod. In this
case they must have features as similar as possible to the originals). It is allowed to
reduce, file or drill.
- Racing rod 51 for smallframe) and 57 for largeframe.
- Disastato axis to increase stroke and cylinder capacity are prohibited.
Clutch
- Must be original. Modifications are allowed, always starting from the original parts.
- It is forbidden to mount carbon disks or alike.
- It is allowed to mount reinforced springs.

6. Carburetor
- Must be original. Modifications are allowed, always starting from the original parts.
Air Filter
- Must be original. Modifications are allowed, always starting from the original parts.
- It is allowed to run without the air filter.
Sprockets
- Must be original. Modifications are allowed, always starting from the original parts.
- It is prohibited to mount the 4th gear short.
Magnetic plate, coils, cylinder and cylinder head
- Must be original. Modifications are allowed, always starting from the original parts.
- Only original seams are allowed.
Bearings, seals, spark plug
- Of free choice.
Piston
- Given an original cylinder can be rectified, it is allowed the following maximum piston
diameters. Up to three oversize:
125 Maximum piston 55.4 mm in cylinder 55.6 mm. Race 51mm.
200 Maximum piston 66.9 mm in cylinder of 67.1 mm. Race 57mm.
- It is allowed you to mount other brands of piston, as long as they have identical
characteristics as the originals (windows).
Exhaust
- Originals only.
- It is allowed to crop, add more flues, or modify the interior.
- It is forbidden to run without the exhaust.
NOTICE - All bikes should take off the deflector and the fan cover for scrutineering
prior to the race.
- At the end of the race the piston-cylinder assembly of the three top finishers in
smallframe and largeframe will be measured.
* APPLIES TO ALL CATEGORIES (SERIES AND PROTO)

7. - For new teams the maximum plate cut is limited to a maximum of 4 cm for series
category and 10 cm for proto categories from either end of the bike. The organization
aims that Lambrettas and Vespas are recognizable by others, and above all to maintain
the originality of these two brands. The teams which have participated in previous
editions and exceed these limits will not be outside the rules.
Plate drill:
- For safety reasons, the maximum diameter of the holes on the plate should be 10 m
(should not fit one finger in it).
- Holes are allowed on the side covers and frontal, leaving a space between the holes
of a size of the same order as the actual holes.
- The bottom and central parts of the chassis and can not be drilled.
- It is allowed to drill the registration plate area for aesthetic reasons. Also, the area of
the battery, to make it easier to remove the rear wheel.
- All engines must be single cylinder (including the proto category)
- The use of front mudguard is mandatory in all categories.
- It is mandatory to mount a front light (white) and a rear light (red)
Front light:
- Must be the original beacon light or any approved beacon (the latter ONLY
FOR PROTO CATEGORY).
- The glass-plastic optical should be lined with transparent tape.
- LED lights are not allowed.
- Two replacement bulbs must be shown at scrutineering.
Rear light:
- It is recommended to mount the original lights, however, it is allowed to mount
LED lights, provided they are well fasten and visible at a distance of 100
meters. Two replacement bulbs must be shown at scrutineering.
- If the rear light stops working, it is mandatory to enter the pit to repair it.
- The lights must be turned off during refuelling, except for the LED lights.
- It is allowed to mount a battery for the lighting system. In this case, it must be
airtight or sealed.
- It is forbidden to mount an electric starter.

8. - It is allowed to mount additional deposits, which may be made of aluminium or plastic,
never iron (ONLY FOR PROTO CATEGORY).
- It is prohibited to mount trestles.
- During refuelling the bike should be placed on a stand.
- Tires of more than 10 inches will not be accepted.
6. PROGRAM
The program of the race will be published in the section related to Vespa The
Resistance'12 on Team Vespa Barcelona Forum: http://vespabcn.foroportal.es/
7. ASSIGNMENTS OF PITS
The pits area is limited. The organization will assign the pits to the teams considering
the preference of teams to be together (this will be notified by email before the event).
The pits will be placed in an orderly and linear manner. It must be noted that we only
accept 7 people by box, each one with their respective accrediting wristband.
* Refuelling will be made in a common and secure are assigned by the organization.
8. TECHNICAL INSPECTIONS
The technical inspection will take place in the box of each team or in an enabled zone
(it will be communicated during the briefing). In a very strict and incontestable manner,
if a motorbike does not pass the inspections, it will not be allowed in the race.
Scooters may not compete if they are not safe for the pilot or other participants. This
refers to any sharp or pointed edges or pieces that can detach.

9. Not mandatory:
- Spare wheels, gloves.
- Side covers (ONLY FOR PROTO CATEGORY) as long as it does not contradict
the section about sharp or pointed edges.
- Kick start.
It is mandatory:
- Placing the transponder in a visible zone in the front part of the bike, locked to
prevent loss, and returning it at the end of the race.
- It must have a stop button or else the ignition key, as long as it is safely secured
to the chassis (with a flange, for example).
- Have the fill and drain bolts of the engine oil "sealed". They must be secured to
the crankcase (through a fine wire that crosses the bolt and attach to the
crankcase, for example).
- Key rings, chains or other unsafe items will not be accepted.
- A front light (white) and a back light (red) and two sets of replacement bulbs.
- Access the checks with personal safety components such as coveralls, helmets,
gloves or tanks for refuelling as these also must be properly verified.
- All team members must access the check area to get the identification
armbands.
Will be a cause for exclusion from the event for teams that:
- Oppose to undergo the technical checks.
- Show any disrespectful attitude against the organization or their
representatives. Teams that do not follow the warnings of the organization will be
sanctioned.
- Do not pass the technical verification tests.
The organization of Team Vespa Barcelona may require technical verifications it
deems appropriate during the course of the competition. If the organization identifies
any abnormalities or deficiencies in any bike it will demand the team to resolve them
before returning to the race. It is the decision of the organizers and the race director
any penalties or sanctions to participants.

10. Main topics to consider in the checks:
Bodywork - Box refuelling support or main stand
- Fuel deposit and additional deposit
- Sharp edges
- Engine stop system
- System of front and back lights (and replacement sets)
- Loose or dangerous parts
- Brake levers
- Dorsals
- Front and back brakes
- Front and back tires
- Suspensions
Engine - Exhaust
- Carburettor
- Cylinder – piston (mono-cylinder)
-Fan

11. 9. BRIEFING
According the timetable established, before starting the race there will be an
information briefing. All team managers must attend this briefing as this information is
very important for them.
10. START PROCESS AND ASSIGNMENT OF POSITIONS
- The start will be like “Le Mans”.
- All bikes are arranged in a row in battery position, the place of each team will be
decided in the previous training races. Before the race starts, there will be a
recognition lap. At the end of this recognition lap, the pilots will place the bikes on the
assigned places according to their start position.
- At the start of the race, in case there is a team missing, this place will remain empty.
There may only be 2 drivers on the track, one holding the bike (with the engine
running) and the other waiting for the start.
- If any team has problems with the bike it should go straight to the box to solve the
problems and do not delay the race start. When the team has the problems fixed, if the
race has not started, it may return to line up. Otherwise, it must start from the pit-lane,
only after all the other participants have passed the line.
- The race start will be done with the rise of a flag or with a traffic light (it will be
communicated during the briefing). After that, each pilot will run to his bike and start
the race. The pilot who holds the bike, must have the engine running.
- If a pilot is not in front of the bike at the moment of the start, he will be punished. In
the same way, if the second pilot invades the track to push his partner he will be
punished (see paragraph 22 - Penalties).
11. PILOT PERFORMANCE IN THE TRACK AND WHITE FLAG
- Any action in the track or in the pit lane in the opposite direction to the direction of the
race is prohibited.
- In the case of failure during the race, there is a established plan which will be
explained in the briefing to evacuate the pilot and the bike of the circuit, while not
presenting danger to other participants.
- In case of any problems that occur inside the track, the race director may give input

12. to the Safety Car. In this case the white flag would be shown throughout the circuit and
all participants will be directed to find the queue behind the Safety Car. The pilots
should move without overtaking and with the maximum precaution. It means that the
pilots cannot overtake while the Safety Car remains on the track. Once the Safety-Car
is out of the track, the race will resume as normal. Pilots can refuel or make the pilot
change while the safety car is on track but when they meet the safety car again they
must be extremely careful while rolling on the track, as there may be ambulances or
"Pisters" performing their duties.
- In the case of an accident, the pilot who needs to tow his bike to the proper exits,
must wear security equipment (helmet, gloves, overalls) at all times until they leave the
track completely. Otherwise he will be penalized with 5 laps penalty.
- On the track it is completely prohibited unsportsmanlike actions, screaming, hitting
and any behaviour that may be considered inappropriate. All dangerous actions will be
punished (see section 22 - Penalties).
- The Race Director or his deputies can stop a scooter whose driver has committed an
offence punishable by exclusion or expulsion.
- In the case a pilot is shown a black flag, he must go to his team box. The reason for
the decision would be notified to the team manager.
12. BEHAVIOR IN PIT-LANE
- The maximum speed through the pit lane is 30 km/hour.
- Throughout the course of the race only accredited persons may remain in the pit
lane, and a maximum of 7 people per team.
- Animals are not allowed.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited, except in the smoking area of the circuit.
- It is forbidden to install on this zone any elements that may disturb the normal traffic
of pilots, bikes or their assistants.
- It is absolutely forbidden to light fires or store gas containers in the pit area or pit-
lane.
- When not performing maintenance on the bike, the pit-lane should remain clear of
materials and tools that may hinder the passage.
- In the case when an intervention on the bike involves any liquid, oil or fuel spills, the

13. bike cannot exit the pit until the affected area is completely clean.
- Refueling and pilot changes must be made only in permitted areas.
* Disrespect to the above mentioned rules will suppose a sanction (see section 22 -
Penalties).
13. BEHAVIOUR IN THE PITS
When the competitors stop in the box, they must stop the scooter engine to perform
any operation. Only in the case of the pilot change, the scooter engine is allowed to be
on. If this rule is not followed, a penalty will be applied to the team according to the
section 22 (Penalties) of theses rules.
14. PILOT CHANGE
- The maximum time each pilot may remain in the track will be 65 minutes in a row.
Once somebody starts in the race, a controller will take note of the time the pilot enters
the track.
- The minimum rest period for each pilot is 20 minutes.
- The pilot change can be carried out in the refuelling area or in the box.
- When a pilot change is carried out, it is not necessary to stop the scooter engine.
- In the case of a breakdown, the time the scooter is in the box for repairing will not
count for the pilot's 65 minutes of track time.
15. CHANGE OF SCOOTER/ ENGINE
Change of the engine is allowed but it is forbidden to change the scooter. If the team
brings a spare engine, this one must pass the technical verifications by the
organization, previously to the start of the race.
16. REFUELLING
- The teams may refuel as many times as needed.
- The refuelling will be carried out exclusively in the area assigned by the organization,

14. NEVER IN THE PIT.
- The organization will assign an area to store the fuel containers.
- During refuelling the scooter must have the engine stopped. A maximum of three
people could be present in the refuelling.
- It is mandatory to use a support for the scooter during the refueling.
- It is totally forbidden to make any repairs in the refueling area.
- The pilot change is allowed during refuelling.
- It is forbidden to refuel by changing the fuel deposit.
* If any of these rules are not properly followed it will suppose a penalty for the team
according the section 22 (Penalties) of theses rules.
17. INTERRUPTION OF THE RACE (red flag)
The race is a nonstop resistance race, so it is not allowed to stop the scooter during
the competition. Although, due to security or other important reasons the direction of
the race could interrupt the competition.
In the case that the race must be interrupted, there are two possible situations:
1. If in that moment more than 90% of the total time of the competition is completed,
the race will be consider finished.
2. If in that moment less than 90% of the total time of the competition is completed, a
new start will be carried out. In this case, the positions in the start line will be the same
positions scooters had when the competition was interrupted.
18. NEUTRALIZATION OF THE RACE
- If during the race would occur an incident due to weather conditions, serious accident
or something like that, which could compromise or make impossible the normal
development of the competition, the race director could decide the neutralization of the
race using white flags or SC sings (Safety Car) according to section 11 (White Flag) of
these rules.
- During the neutralization period it is forbidden the overtaking maneuvers. Any pilot
who does not follow this rule will be penalized according to section 22 (Penalties) of
these rules.

15. - When the Race Director consider convenient, green flags will be shown in order to
restart the race.
19. RACE FINISH
Once the 24 hours of the race is completed, the race director will show the checkered
flag. The winner will be the team with more laps completed once the race director has
subtracted the penalty laps in the case that these exist.
20. FINAL CLASSIFICATIONS
The classification by category will be established according to the number of
completed laps until the checkered flag is shown and once the penalty laps are
deducted.
At the finish of the race if some scooters of the same category have the same number
of laps, the order in which the scooter arrives to the finish line will be respected.
21. CANCELLATION OR POSTPONEMENT OF THE EVENT
The organization has the right to cancel or postpone the competition if unforeseen
events oblige them to take that decision. In that case the organization is not obliged to
to indemnify the participants.
22. COMPLAINTS
- Any complaints regarding the competition as well as technical complaints should be
made in writing to the Race Director.
- These complaints should be presented within 20 minutes of the race finish.
- The complaint has to be presented together with a bail of 100 €. The bail is non
refundable in the case the complaint is resolved negative.

16. 22. PENALIZATIONS
INFRACTIONS PENALTIES SECOND
INFRACTION
Ride in reverse direction on the pit lane Warning 3 laps
Do not respect the speed limit in the pit-lane Warning 3 laps
Do the pilot change out of the assigned area Warning 2 laps
Misconduct Warning Exclusion
Do not respect resting periods 1 lap each 1 lap each 10%
10% over time over time
Do not assist the briefing 2 laps
Incorrect refuel 2 laps 2 laps
Make repairs out of the box area 2 laps 4 laps
Receive help outside of pit lane (it is allowed to 2 laps Exclusion
receive help on the box entrance track)
Do not stop the engine in the refuelling area 2 laps Exclusion
Invade de track at race start 3 laps
Overtake dangerously or overtake the safety 4 laps Disqualification
car in the track
Do not obey the pilot changing times 5 laps/change
Non authorized change of the dorsal Disqualification
Do not wear the identity armband Disqualification
Ride in reverse direction on the track Disqualification
Refuel by changing the fuel deposit Disqualification
Change the scooter Disqualification
Damage the circuit premises Disqualification
Smoke inside the pit or pit lane area Exclusion of
offender + 5
laps
Present yourself inebriated to scrutineering Exclusion of

17. offender + 5
laps
Use of drugs Exclusion of
offender + 5
laps
Refusing to do a drug test or a breathalyser test Exclusion
Failing an breathalyser test Exclusion
Unsporting behaviour Exclusion
Violation of technical verification Exclusion
Do not place the bike in closed park Exclusion
23. FLAGS / LIGHT SIGNS
- Green flag = free tracks, end of overtaking prohibition
- Yellow flag (or flashing yellow light) = Danger, no overtaking
- Traffic lights flashing = Danger, no overtaking
- Yellow flag (or flashing yellow light) + panel "Slow" = Safety car on track
- Poster with initials 'SC' = Safety car on track
- Yellow flag with red stripes = Loss of grip, caution
- White flag = service vehicle on the track, caution
- White flag with red diagonal cross = rain
- Black flag + dorsal = immediate stop of indicated dorsal
- Black flag + orange circle + dorsal = immediate stop of indicated dorsal
- Red flag = interruption of the race. Slowly return to the pits.
- Red traffic light = interruption of the race. Slowly return to the pits.
- Chequered flag (plaid)= End of the race

18. INFO
MAIL: teamvespabarcelona@gmail.com
FORUM: www.vespabcn.foroportal.es
FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/vespatheresistance
TWITTER: @vesparesistance
Registrations, Teams & Riders: (0034) 665 64 07 90 Xavi
General Info: (0034) 649 33 01 85 Manel
(0034) 615 23 71 21 Isaac Santana
(0034) 687 78 34 12 Enric Mollón