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
Passing of former SACU President Ian Barnes
It is with sadness I pass on the news of the death of Ian Barnes. An SACU Committee member and a former President of the SACU – motorcycling was a passion of Ian’s and he put lot into the sport.
He will be sadly missed. For an appreciation of Ian please see the KDMC Facebook page
The funeral was at Kirkcaldy Crematorium at 1:30 on the 11th of October and was well attended. There were lots of stories of Ian’s life – an interesting man.
Our sincere condolences go to his family at this sad time.
Podium position for young Scot in FIM European Trials Championship
Congratulations to Ben Dignan on his 3rd place in the FIM European Youth Trials Championship. A fantastic achievement for one of our rising stars.
2019 has been a breakout year for one young Scottish Trials Rider where he’s challenged established riders across the UK and Europe and ridden with a level of consistency that netted him a third place finish in the European under 16 125 class and the Overall British ACU 125 Championship. I am of course talking about Roybridge’s, Ben Dignan.
For many of us Ben is still that cheeky wee boy we’ve always known but this year there’s been a real steel within Ben and that’s shown in his riding and his presence around the trials scene.
Like most 16 year olds he still has to juggle school, other sports and his trials training and as dad David says “he’s become increasingly self-motivated and self-disciplined reinforced by his personal trainer Anne Wallace off the bike. He’s also working with former top British and World Championship Riders Michael Brown and Alexz Wigg engouraging this development. He’s been able to get overseas with other JST Gas Gas riders through the year with training camps in Spain, France and the Czech Republic with Michael, Alexz and Jack Price.” Read the full story here
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
20th October – Trials – SACU Team Trial – Balmuick – Regs available here
20th October – Championship Enduro – Dirtbike Evolution – Woodheads Lauder – Regs available here
20th October – SACU Team Enduro – Dirtbike Evolution – Woodheads . Team Entry form
27th October – Trials – Open to Scotland – Dunfermline & Dist MCC – Milnathort
27th October – Trials – Open to Scotland -Dunfermline & Dist MCC – Dunduff
27th October – Trials – Open to Scotland -Bon Accord MCC – Aquhorthies
3rd November – Trials – Classic Championship – LMCC – Callender – Regs available here
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
