Class Structure for 2009
As part of NIKA's strategic plan for karting, which aims to improve the sport within the province over for the next 5 years, a review of all classes currently racing in the province has been undertaken. Following a committee meeting on the 28th April 2008, as part of this review, the following decisions have been taken & fully endorsed by each of the clubs, regarding the classes for 2009:-

2009 Junior classes (Honda Cadet, Formula Cadet, MiniMax & KF3)
After the completion of the 2008 summer season, Junior Max, will no longer be included within the SR's for events. For the reminder of the year MiniMax are welcome to entry races & compete along with Junior Max, however at this stage it is unlikely that either a Ulster Cup or NI Championship would be awarded, only individual prizes for each event.

2009 Senior classes (TKM Extreme, World Formula, Pro Kart, KF2, Rotax Max & Rotax 177)
Phased changes to the senior class structure is envisaged for the 2009 season ahead of a full introduction in 2010. This review will take place over the next few months, in consultation with the competitors & clubs. Any changes for 2009 will be announced to give competitors sufficient time to prepare for the 2009 season.

No new classes will be introduced at any level in the province in the immediate future & not without the full approval of all 4 clubs & NIKA.

These changes, along any future changes, have been taken in order to stabilise & hopefully improve the classes, for current competitors, while also making it more accessible for newcomers, all which will safeguard the long term future of the sport in the province.

Competitors are invited to offer any constructive comments they may have on the future class structure, in writing, to any of the club committee members or directly to the NIKA committee.

Rule Change - 29/04/08
Following some confusion over the opening few races of the season, all clubs have agreed to remove the regulation relating to "a competitor must complete a minimum of 50% a race distance to be classified as a finisher", with immediate effect. All competitors who take the start of race & who fail to finish will now receive points. As a safety requirement, all drivers are reminded that on track repairs will no longer be permitted. Confirmation of this amendment will be issued to competitors in 'final instructions' at each event. This change will only apply to non-gearbox competitors, superkart drivers will still have to complete a minimum of 50% to receive points.

CDMC - Portrush
The club are now making final arrangements for the return of racing to the sea front circuit in the East Strand Car Park, Portrush. After a break of several years one off the oldest karting venues in the UK makes it welcome return to the Northern Ireland championship.

Regulations for this event are currently available through the CDMC club page or via the official download pages.

Bishopscourt - UK Cup
The Bishopscourt Kart Club are continuing with their plans for the highlight of their year, the SuperKart UK Cup at the Co Down on the 7th June.

Regulations for this event & the clubs other events in 2008 are currently available through the BKC club page or via the official download pages.

Championship points after Round 2 at Kirkistown, 19th April 2008 (full tables )

Formula Cadet
1. Scott Finlay - 240pts
2. Jamie Grant - 179
3. William McCullough - 155

Honda Cadet
1. Jessica Orr - 250pts
2. Davin Orr - 192
3. Jay White - 164

Formula Junior Max
1. J. McMullan - 192pts
1. Stuart Coey - 192
3. Kyle Price - 189

Formula TKM Extreme
1. Johnny Wilson - 182pts
2. Peter Napier - 176
3. Daniel Burgoyne - 169

World Formula
1. Mark Overend - 103pts
2. D. Saunderson - 99
3. Darren Overend - 97

Honda Pro Kart
1. Robert Devenny - 238pts
2. Jason Morrow - 198
3. Sean Doherty - 108

Formula Rotax Max 177
1. Jason Taylor - 118pts
2. Lee Cherry - 99
3. Allen Cherry - 89

Formula Rotax Max
1. Johnny Cylde - 186pts
2. Alan Davidson - 157
3. James Dawson - 146

Formula SuperKart 125
1. Noel Lindsay - 100pts
2. Geoff Gaston - 40
2. James Irvine - 40

Formula SuperKart 250
1. Stephen McAdam - 100pts
1. Mark Montgomery - 100
3. Liam Fox - 80