The Scottish Auto Cycle Union (SACU) is the controlling body for motorcycle sport in Scotland. Formed in 1913 and has more than 40 affiliated clubs organising events for all ages and abilities. The SACU issues competition licenses, provides event insurance and training for officials and each sporting discipline has its own committee, elected by the clubs, to help promote and develop their sport.
Contact the SACU E:mail office@sacu.co.uk Tel: 01506 858 354
STV 8:00 pm 11th November
Crossing the line – Scotlands Story – about Cristina Palmer – a young Scots Motocross rider leading the way. Well worth watching.
Press Release from the SACU Road Race Committee for racing in 2020
There are items on Improver sessions in 2020
No more Superbike Cup
Formula 400 to run within Scottish Lightweights
New licence assessments at two dates at the start of the season and on improver nights only.
Click here for the full Press Release.
SACU CHAIRMAN AND SECRETARIES MEETING
23RD NOVEMBER AT THE ARMY RESERVE HALL LIVINGSTON 11:00 AM
The SACU is holding a meeting for all SACU clubs to bring them up to date with what is new in the sport. It is hoped that all clubs will be able to send a representative. Please email the office to let them know you are coming. office@sacu.co.uk
There will be presentations from Dawn Luby of Sports Insure on how clubs can best protect themselves. Dawn will also introduce the new clubs insurance web portal and discuss the benefits available.
Caroline Thomson will be discussing the latest environmental matters. Donald Young will be bringing the clubs up to date on Child Protection.
After lunch (provided) there will be an Open Forum for clubs to discuss matters that are of interest for the coming season.
SACU TEAM TRIAL Results for 2019
The SACU Team Trial went really well. Big Thanks to all the clubs who supported it. Everyone seemed to enjoy the varied sections, the scenery and the dry, if cold, weather! We had a great team of Observers, doing a great job scoring the sections and keeping everyone moving. Thank You. Bonnie Mountain Coffee were definitely a hit with riders and observers – hot rolls and coffee is a great way to warm up and share the crack. So Thanks to everyone and feel free to share your comments 😀.
Team Trials Results Click Here – won by Perth and District MCC – who receive the Arnott Moffat Trophy.
Some excellent photos and videos of the day by Fin Yeaman available on the SACU Trials Facebook page
SACU Personal Accident Cover
As part of our continuing commitment to riders and officials we have arranged that the Personal Accident cover includes the use of Hyperbaric Chambers to aid rider recovery where appropriate.
This would be as part of the Physiotherapy treatment an injured rider would receive. All claims under the personal accident cover will continue to be processed by our insurer as along as the incident is recorded on the event Accident Report form.
We hope that this will aid riders to get back to fitness as soon as possible.
SACU Board Level Vacancy – Lead Child Protection Officer
The SACU is seeking to appoint a Lead Child Protection Officer working with the Company Secretary to manage and develop the Child Welfare and Protection Policy.
Normally appointed from within the Board the SACU is seeking a new candidate from within our sport for this role
For full details on the role and to apply please view the press release here
UPCOMING EVENTS Click here for the Events Calendar
17th November – Trials – Open to Scotland – Bon Accord MCC – Craiglash
23rd November – SACU Chairman & Secretaries Meeting – Livingston ARMY Reserve Centre
24th November – Trials- Open to Scotland – Dunfermline & Dist MCC – Dunduff
24th November – Trials- Open to Scotland – Inverness & Dist MCC – Cannich
24th November – Trials- Open to ScotlanD – Galloway MCC – Peartree Cottage – Shawhead
30th November SMS Club Development Day – Blairdrummond Community Hall
SMS Funding Guide
The SMS Development Officer has produced an updated for 2019 funding guide for clubs wishing to seek assistance from local councils and sports bodies. A simple explanation of where to apply and links to websites for more details More …..
And the result of the 2019 SMS Strategy Consultation is now available – More . . .
Scottish Motor Sports latest newsletter June 2019 – available here .
Scottish Government Regulations on Closed Roads Motorsport
The SACU are pleased to announce that new regulations to support motorsport on public roads in Scotland have now come into force.
Following consultation, the Scottish Government introduced new regulations to the Scottish Parliament in order to better support motorsport. These regulations are now in force and allow for the introduction of a two stage application process which will allow motorsports events to be held on closed public roads. This follows on from the Scottish Parliament having recently voted to approve the regulations introduced by the Scottish Government.
Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure and Connectivity, Michael Matheson, said: “We have a proud tradition of Motorsport in Scotland and this government recognises the need to balance the potential for economic benefits and public enjoyment from motorsports with a high degree of safety. Full press release here
The ACU Handbook for 2019 is now available for downloading – https://www.acu.org.uk/ridersmembers/acu-handbook.aspx 
Trials dates for 2019 have now been published . See the Trials News page for the full list.
The Enduro Dates for 2019 have now been published – please see the Enduro News page for the full calendar.
SACU NEWS
Concordat signed with Forestry Commission for motorsport events on FC land.
The SACU and ACU have agreed a concordat for hosting events on FC land . This outlines the responsibilites of the organising bodies and also the responsibilities of the FC to help promote motorsport events
Click here to download – Concordat ACU and SACU FCS FCE NRW June 2016
Ban on body mounted Cameras at SACU permitted events.
The SACU has reviewed the use of body mounted and helmet mounted cameras at SACU permitted events and has confirmed the decision to ban their use.
Bike mounted cameras are permitted at the discretion of the Clerk of the Course . For Road Race events the use of bike mounted cameras must be authorised in writing prior to the events.
Advice on Sports Concussion Injuries
The Scottish Government has issued some guidance on dealing with concussion in sport . See the pamphlet for details and detecting concussion.
Scottish-Sports-Concussion-Guidance
Scottish-Sports-Concussion-Guidance-card
This is very important information on what to do if you have had a head injury or concussion. Repeat injuries are very important and can lead to serious injury.
Statement on Illegal Motorcycle Riding
The SACU is always aware of social issues such as bike theft and illegal riding and the impact these have on our sports and on our members.
In the case of Illegal riding, it is having an impact on a number of areas around Scotland where we are struggling for access to land to hold long established official events due to the selfishness of few riders who think they can ride where they like. These riders pose a direct threat to the sustainability of our offroad disciplines. Read Full Press Release here
SACU Concerns Policy
The SACU has introduced a Policy for contacting the SACU and if need be raising an issue. Please see the attached pdf for the full Policy. Click here
The SACU Mission Statement – this reflects what the clubs want from the SACU and helps us deliver successful sporting events.
Provide – Promote – Protect
The SACU (Motorcycle Sport Scotland) serves to authorise, regulate , promote, organise and sponsor motorcyclists and motorcycle contests, competitions and events.
The SACU act on behalf of members and motorcycling in general on any matter that may seem to be detrimental to their mission and defend and safeguard all of the rights and privileges of it’s members, motorcyclists and motorcycling.
The SACU encourage the participation in and enjoyment of motorcycling so as to unite motorcycling interests in Scotland
