Mini GP Series Round 3 - Palmerston North

A tight and twisty layout that rewards precision and bravery. Manawatu’s challenging corners and quick transitions will push riders to their limits and showcase who has the sharpest racecraft.

Length: 975 meters.

Corners: 7

🛡️Safety First

We’re committed to creating the safest possible environment for all riders. Each event includes:

• Full gear checks and machine tech inspections
• On-site paramedic cover
• Flag marshals and additional race start officials for junior classes
• Junior-friendly race start procedures
• Non-competition classes for skill development
• Practice sessions with race starts and rider assessments available before each round 

💡Know Before You Go

All riders and guardians are expected to understand the expectations and requirements before arriving at the event.

For a full breakdown of rules, procedures, and entry conditions, please refer to the following pages:

• Event Rules
• Technical Rules
• Terms & Conditions

Check out our 🔗Arrival Procedure Flow Chart 

🔢Race Number Register

Check here to see which numbers are already taken and choose your own before registering. This live document is updated regularly to keep things fair and organized. 

 🔗 Race Number Register

Competition Classes

110cc Junior Competition Class 7–10-year-old
Capacity up to 110cc, air- or liquid-cooled, four-stroke; Automatic or semi-automatic

150/160cc Junior Competition Class 11 – 15-year-old
Capacity up to 160cc, air- or liquid-cooled, four-stroke; Manual

150/160cc Senior Competition Class 16+
Capacity up to 160cc, air- or liquid-cooled, four-stroke; Manual

190cc Open Competition Class 16+
Capacity up to 190cc, air- or liquid-cooled, four-stroke; Manual

Non-Competition Classes

110cc Automatic
Capacity up to 110cc, air- or liquid-cooled, four-stroke; Automatic or semi-automatic

150/160cc Manual
Capacity up to 160cc, air- or liquid-cooled, four-stroke; Manual

Riders competing in non-competition classes are not required to hold a license.

Riders entering competition classes must meet licensing standards to participate in the MiniGP Series.

Riders who do not hold an MNZ Competition License, or who cannot provide proof of MiniGP Academy NZ race assessment competency, are required to complete a competency assessment at an official MiniGP practice day before being permitted to enter competition classes.

Competency assessments are available for purchase via the online registration form and during practice day. 

Riders holding an MNZ Competition License may be required to complete an observed practice session to confirm readiness for competition, particularly where the rider has no prior experience on a tarmac circuit.

🤝 Event Sponsors

This event wouldn’t be possible without the support of our fantastic sponsors.
We’re incredibly grateful for their contribution to growing the MiniGP Series and supporting grassroots motorsport in New Zealand.

This round is proudly backed by: