Motorsport UK

Introduction

Motorsport UK (MSUK) is the governing body of four wheel motorsports in the UK. These events are run by Motorsport UK trained officials and follow the MSUK rule books unless otherwise stated in the Supplementary Regulations.

Most of our MSUK events are run as a Super K-X event. These events allow competitors an easier route to getting on track by applying for a free licence online. Under 18s are still required to pay for a PG licence costing £31.50 – the rest of the process is free.

What do I need to go racing at a Super K-X event?

The reality is a that a lot of competitors racing in our open series are eligible to race at a Motorsport UK event. The main things to look out for that your kart and your PPE meets MSUK standards. This includes a Motorsport approved crash helmet (typically Snell grade) and a race suit with a suitable homologation for karting. Please note the dates printed on suits is a common misconception – this is a homologation date and not an expiry. For any level of event in Scotland your suit will be valid way past the homologation date stitched into the suit.

If you don’t already have a MSUK Interclub Licence you can apply for a free Super K-X or RS Clubman Licence. This will allow you to race at any club in Scotland running a Super K-X event. If you plan on committing to racing at Motorsport UK events we would recommend getting your full Kart Interclub Licence – this will allow you to race in events like the Scottish Championship. To do this you need to purchase a starter pack from Motorsport UK and then book an ARKS test with our ARKS examiner Martin Towler. The starter pack costs £75 and the ARKS test costs £50. From that point the fees for race entries are on-par with our open racing.

How to Apply for a Super K-X Race Licence

LICENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bambino drivers: Need a Super K-X Licence
  • All other classes: Need an RS CLUBMAN Licence
  • Full licence : Kart Interclub Licence
    (Both are free on the Motorsport UK website)

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO GETTING YOUR LICENCE:

1. Go to Motorsport UK’s Website

2. Search for ‘RS Clubman’

  • Use the search bar to find “RS CLUBMAN”
  • Click “Apply for Licence”

3. Create a Sport80 Account

  • You’ll be redirected to the Sport80 portal
  • Create an account or log in if you already have one

4. Apply for Your Licence

  • After logging in, you’ll be asked “What would you like to do next?”
  • Select “Apply for a Licence” from the dropdown list
  • Follow the prompts – your RS CLUBMAN or Super K-X licence will be available within minutes

UNDER 18s: Extra Step – PG Licence Holder Required

  • Anyone under 18 must have a PG (Parental/Guardian) Licence Holder
  • This costs £30 + £1.50 delivery = £31.50
  • This is the only part of the process that has a cost

MANDATORY TESTS

For Drivers 18 and Over:

For Drivers Under 18:

  • Must complete a written test at the track
  • It’s an induction test with 10 flag-related multiple choice questions
  • Free of charge

2025 Calendar

  • Round 1 – 11 May
  • Round 2 – 13 July
  • Round 3 – 10 August

3 of 3 to count to Championship.

Kart Classes

  • Bambino
  • Cadet (GX160, GX200 and Micro Max)
  • Inter
  • Mini Max 2022 / Junior Max
  • Senior Max
  • Senior Max 177
  • KZ2

All rules and regulations will be run to the blue and yellow books provided by Motorsport UK.

Race Format

  • Drivers briefing 9am with 3 lap practice shortly after
  • 1x 6min timed quaifying heat (grid for subsequent heats formed by fastest time)
  • 2x 6min heats + 1 lap
  • 1x 8min final + 1lap (grid based off total points from heats)

Rules & Regs

As per Motorsport UK Blue & Yellow books along with the club’s Supplementary Regulations which can be viewed here.

Cost

  • Saturday Practice – £20 (+£10 for non-members)
  • Sunday Race Entry – £60 (+£10 day membership for non-members)
  • Transponder Hire – £10
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