A year later, TTXGP decided to start a Rules Wiki as a forum for all interested parties to contribute with ideas about the rules. After the success of last year's Rules Wiki, TTXGP has again enlisted to shape the rules for 2012.
“Rather than talking about the implications from the sidelines, here's your chance, yet again, to actually have a say in what the rules for electric motorcycle racing ought to be. Please share the wisdom and passion that comes from years of development and work in research labs, universities, and garages and on racetracks and roads all over the world. Your contribution is both valued and necessary," stated Wiki Moderator Harry Mallin.
New for 2011 are two classes (the open Formula GP class and the Formula 75 class), reduced range, new safety systems and wiki influence.
Specifically, the Formula GP class is as before but with a reduced weight restriction, from 300kg/660 pounds to 250kg/550 pounds. On the other hand, Formula 75 limits the amount of stored energy to 7.5kWh and the maximum overall weight to 200kg/440 pounds.
Safety wise, changes include an additional third safety cut off in the form of a lanyard attached to the rider and the bike, new standards for emergency cut off switches, and new requirements for the power-on indicator on the rear of the machine, to make it more visible.
“The 2011 Rules caused a little controversy with the creation of two classes and with the reduction of the weight limit from 300kg to 250kg to encourage innovation in design and efficiency of power delivery, while sustaining the promise of an exciting and competitive field,” Mallin concluded.
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