Chitown’s King of the Streets, more commonly referred to as KOTS is the original no prep race established in 2008. We are a blue collar middle class grass roots type of race where everyone is welcome. We can guarantee you will see some of the baddest small tire, big tire, and street cars in the country racing for big money. If two wheels is what you like we have three groups that will have you on the edge of your seat. You just never know what you may see at KOTS!
KOTS is pleased to formally announce our 2019 event classes and rules!
KOTS 2019 OFFICIAL RULES
NOTABLE CHANGES FROM 2018
- Addition of Yacht Club Class.
- Change of venue to US41.
- No double entries.
- Burnouts allowed past the starting line.
- Changes to max field size on several classes.
- Sr. Class buy in: $1.
- Changes to format of Jr. Bikes Class cruise.
- Removal of Sr. Bike Class.
- Please review rules carefully for any other changes not listed here, these are just the major notables.
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR 2019
- KOTS is the original “no prep” event–the track will be untouched throughout the event (unless a wreck/oil down occurs)
- All races will be “1st round off the trailer”–NO test passes on race day.
- Burnouts must start in the designated burnout box, and may be driven out as far as desired (WATER ONLY)
- After first round matches are drawn a bracket will be followed after that.
- STARTING METHOD: .400 Pro Tree (7 second timeout) for Sr, Unlimited, Gangster and Extreme Bike. All other classes will run a .100 Pro Tree (7 second timeout)
- BYE RUNS: Last racer drawn in the round, will automatically advance (no pass allowed) to race against the first racer drawn in the following round. The drawing racer will have lane choice
- LANE CHOICE: Regular draw, 1st name out (of each pair) has lane choice Bye run: 1st name drawn (against the previous round’s bye) has lane choice
- CENTER LINE: Crossing the center line in front of your opponent (before the win light indicates a winner) will result in a DQ. (crossing behind does not DQ, but use your head please!!)
- DOUBLE RED LIGHTS: In the event of a double red light, the generally accepted “first/worst” rule will apply.
(Race coordinator will prove first/worst to the racers ONLY, upon request) - RED LIGHT & CENTER LINE: In the unlikely event that one racer red lights, and the other crosses the center line in front of said red lit opponent, “first/worst” will again apply (example: Most likely, the red light happened first, so they would be out)
- ALL cars must have NHRA approved diapers or retention pans (fabricated ok), must meet NHRA requirements
- US41 will have their concessions stand & bar open and available for everyone (NO ALCOHOL FOR DRIVERS, SUBJECT TO DQ). Any patrons who appear to be over-served or belligerent will be denied alcohol sales, and may be ejected into police custody if they are a problem
- ANY UNAUTHORIZED PEOPLE IN ANY RESTRICTED AREA WITHOUT PROPER CREDENTIALS WILL BE EJECTED IMMEDIATELY WITHOUT A REFUND
- VIP spectator areas are strictly off limits to children under 18
- NO GLASS BOTTLES/CONTAINERS ARE ALLOWED ANYWHERE ON THE PROPERTY–THEY WILL BE CONFISCATED AND DISCARDED, AND YOU MAY BE EJECTED
- RULINGS: Starter has authority to DQ any car while on the line (as with any event). Any other rulings will come from the race coordinator. All rulings are final.
- A racer may be DQ’d for any reason not listed here at the discretion of track or KOTS staff.
- DQ will result in forfeit of any & all entry fees
- There will at least 15 minutes between rounds, save for any unexpected delays (wrecks/oil downs). (time frame will be adjusted if necessary to ensure timely completion of event)
CLASS RULES
RULES FOR STREET LIFE CLASSES
- All entries must be legitimately registered and insured.
- The cruise will be between 10-45 miles.
- Passing lead car or falling behind chase vehicle will result in DQ. (This includes getting pulled over.)
- When we return stay in staging lanes until released.
- At no point may the driving tires or rims be removed. What you cruise on is what you race on.
- Must complete entire cruise under vehicles own power, unassisted.
- Engine diapers are not required.
HARD TIRE “220” STREET LIFE CLASS
- Minimum 220 UTQG treadwear rating
- No AWD
- 1/4 mile
- Any FWD stages with back tire
- $100 entry (due @ lock in)
- 80/20
- 16 car field
275 STREET LIFE CLASS
- Max 275 drag radial
- AWD ok
- Any FWD stages with back tire
- 1/8 mile
- $200 entry (due @ lock in)
- 80/20, Sponsored by 1320 Wheels
- 16 car field
KOTS YACHT CLUB STREET LIFE CLASS
- 17” DOT drag radial or bigger
- No AWD
- Must weigh at least 4100lbs
- After pass don’t miss scales by the ticket booth or you will be DQ’d
- Must be driven to and from pits
- Must have factory glass, full exhaust to the bumper, and no cut outs.
- 1/4 mile
- BUY IN: $200 (all due at lock in)
- PAY OUT: 80/20 winner/runner up.
KOTS JR. CLASS
- Tire: Any 26″ tall, DOT-approved Drag Radial (M/T PRO BRACKET RADIALS ARE *NOT* DOT DRAG RADIALS, FYI)
COMMONLY AVAILABLE APPROVED SIZES:
15″ (235/60R15, 275/50R15)
16″ (245/50R16, 255/50R16, 255/60R16)
17″ (245/45R17, 275/40R17, 315/35R17, 335/35R17)
18″ (275/35R18, 285/35R18, 295/35R18, 305/35R18, 315/30R18, 335/30R18, 345/30R18)
*****If a tire has a “flotation” size (i.e.: 26×10-15) it is not a DOT drag radial; MUST be “P-metric” sizing (if a tire is not listed here, please ask.)***** - Suspension: ALL stock type, aftermarket parts OK. OEM STYLE FORWARD MOUNTING LOCATIONS (reinforcements/battle boxes OK; ***NEW multi-hole OK***); axle/rear control arm mounts may be adjustable/multi-hole, but must retain stock bracket location. No 4-link/ladder bars. Anti-hop, Slide-a-link, South Side Machine or Caltracs OK. Coilovers OK, minor relocating of shock OK; Relocated Leaf Springs (inboard for clearance) OK; ***NEW: ARB OK***
- Cage/chassis: Highly encouraged, NO 25.x, NO back half/tubular frame rails; No wheelie bars
- Exterior: Must have ALL DOT required equipment installed and fully functional (lights, horn, etc)
- Firewall: Must have complete OEM firewall in factory location
- Glass: Must have all OEM-type glass windows (unless otherwise equipped (standard or optional) by manufacturer); lightweight laminated/film tinted glass OK. Door windows must roll up/down (no pinned regulators); EXCEPTION FOR EL CAMINO/RANCHERO/PICKUP TRUCK–MAY HAVE LEXAN/POLYCARBONATE REAR CAB WINDOW TO ACCOMMODATE REAR ROLLBAR/CAGE BARS (All other poly/lexan is prohibited–this includes Optic Armor and similar products)
- Exhaust: Must run mufflers (bullets OK); Exhaust must exit at rear axle (flush to axle tubes OK); Wastegates exempt; No open cut outs/bypasses; Factory sidepipes OK (ie: Viper; Corvette; Shelby)
- Interior: Must have all factory-type interior (headliner, carpet, door panels, dash, two front seats-aftermarket OK) Rear Seat Delete OK w/upholstery. NO EXPOSED TIN.
- Powertrain: Internal Combustion/Compression Engine only; No restrictions
- Power adders: No restrictions
- 1/4 mile
- BUY IN: $200 (all due @ lock in)
- PAY OUT: $5,000 to win, $1,000 runner up. Sponsored by Mutant Motorsports.
- Field size: 8 min, 32 max
KOTS BANGER CLASS
- 28″ Tire (any)
- Any “H” pattern manual trans
- Any foot operated, manual clutch
- Stock Suspension (F/R)
- NO wheelie bars
- Must have doors
- 1/4 mile
- BUY IN: $200 (all due @ lock in)
- PAY OUT: 100%; 80/20 winner/runner up (guaranteed minimum, not including sponsor/promoter added money)
- Field Size: 8 min, 16 max
KOTS GANGSTER CLASS
- 26” tire (any)
- Any rear suspension
- Stock style front
- NO wheelie bars
- Must have doors
- PLEASE USE YOUR CHUTES!
- 1/8 mile
- BUY IN: $200 (all due @ lock in)
- PAY OUT: $8,000 to win, $1,000 runner up. Sponsored by DK Contractors.
- FIELD SIZE: 8 min, 16 max
KOTS UNLIMITED CLASS
- Must have doors (no rail/funny car)
- Minimum tire height 29″ (any width)
- 1/8 mile
- PLEASE USE YOUR CHUTES!
- (That’s it. Really. We even allow pro mods)
- BUY IN: $200 (all due @ lock in)
- PAY OUT: $3,000 to win, $1,000 runner up. Sponsored by Monkeyshine.
- Field Size: 8 min, 16 max
KOTS SR. CLASS
- 28 x 10.5 non-W or 275/60-15
- Any rear suspension
- Any front suspension (Wheelbase +/- 2″ from OEM)
- No wheelie bars
- Must have doors
- PLEASE USE YOUR CHUTES!
- 1/8 mile
- BUY IN: $1 (all due @ lock in)
- PAY OUT: $10,000 to win! Sponsored by Traction by Boosted and Midwest Tint and Vinyl.
- Field Size: 8 min, 32 max
MOTORCYCLE RULES
KOTS EXTREME BIKE CLASS
- One rule: No wheelie bars.
- Anything else goes
- 1/8 Mile
- BUY IN: TBA
- PAY OUT: 100% 80/20 winner/runner up.
- FIELD SIZE: 8 min, 16 max
KOTS JR. BIKE CLASS
- True Hand Clutch; DOT Tire; No Bars
- MUST COMPLETE CRUISE (details below)
- Must run same fuel tank in cruise and competition
- 1/8 mile
- BUY IN: $150 (all due at lock in)
- PAY OUT: Based on bike count @ 8 bikes Heyyo adds $500.
- FIELD SIZE: 32 max
JR. BIKE CRUISE RULES
- All Jr Bike Entries must successfully complete the Cruise to compete!
- Rider entered must be on their entered bike, fully suited, during Cruise
- Riders should maintain stagger formation and adequate spacing
- Riders may not pass Cruise Leader (unless they crash and you can’t stop quick enough), nor fall behind Chase Vehicle–either is an automatic DQ
- Two tires on the ground at all times
- Any leaks or breakdowns—DQ
- Any crashes–DQ (exception if somebody hits you, or you hit a rider who crashes in front of you–allow adequate spacing)
- No outside assistance of any kind allowed
- Cruise is restricted to riders only (nobody allowed on race track during Cruise)
JR. BIKE CRUISE FORMAT
- Be prepared to ride from 5-30 laps.
Upon completion of final lap: - All bikes will go to the staging lanes.
- Bikes will be shut off.
- Bikes must be restarted within 5 minutes of shut down.
- Upon successful restart, cruise will be complete and racers may return to pits.
