Absolute Records

Due to the new method of calculation, introduced by the FIM Technical Commission in January 1978, short distance records made prior to this date are absolute.
Consequently, these World Records are definite and cannot be broken.

FIM Classification

Each category, group, division, type, classe and number of cylinders of motorcycle are listed at the link below.

FIM Classification definition
  • Start date
  • Rider
  • Manufacturer, Model
  • Place
  • Classification
  • Record
FIM Classification

Each category, group, division, type, classe and number of cylinders of motorcycle are listed at the link below.

FIM Classification definition
  • Start date
  • Rider
  • Manufacturer, Model
  • Place
  • Classification
  • Record
FIM Classification

Each category, group, division, type, classe and number of cylinders of motorcycle are listed at the link below.

FIM Classification definition
  • Start date
  • Rider
  • Manufacturer, Model
  • Place
  • Classification
  • Record

World records

FIM Classification

Motorcycles propelled by the action of one wheel in contact with the ground.

GROUP

EXPLANATION

Solo Motorcycles

(A1)

Solo Motorcycles

2-wheeled vehicles making only one (1) track on the ground, and:

 

  • Solo Motorcycles - Single (1)cylinder (according to the class capacities, up to 1000cc maximum), Division A and B
  • Solo Motorcycles - Two (2)cylinders (according to the class capacities, up to 3000cc maximum), Division A and B
  • Solo Motorcycles - Three or more (3+) cylinders (according to the class capacities, up to 3000cc maximum), Division A and B
 

Scooters

(A2)

Scooters A2 – CVT type/ A2 MGS type

A scooter is a motorised 2-wheeled vehicle produced in large quantities by the original manufacturer with a minimum of 2000 units registered by the manufacturer and found in the manufacturers' and dealers' catalogues, available for the public market.

 

Scooter specification: A scooter must have its crankcase/ swing-arm constructed as one single, rigid unit. Its transmission must be by a continuous variation transmission (A2-CVT), or originally fitted with a manually operated gear selector (A2-MGS).

 

  • Prototypes are not permitted.
  • Ergonomics: The seat and handlebar are designed for an erect position of the rider’s upper body.
  • The minimum handlebar width: 550 mm.
  • The seat shall have room for the rider and passenger.
  • The area in front of the rider’s seat shall have the typical scooter characteristic that is an ‘open’ space, or step-thru space.
  • The minimum required difference in height measured between the bottom of the seat and the lowest part of this step-thru space shall be 100 mm.
  • The area in front of the seat: The rider’s legs and feet shall be protected by a leg shield with a minimum width of 400 mm.
  • Floor (foot) boards minimum length: 350 mm
  • Maximum rear wheel rim diameter: 16’’
 

Automatic 50 cc (A3)

Automatic 50 cc / Moped 50 cc

Motorcycles driven by an engine capacity of up to 50 cc and having an automatic transmission

Motorcycles propelled by the action of two (2) wheels in contact with the ground.

GROUP

EXPLANATION

 

Solo Motorcycles

(A1)

(Cf. Category I, Group A1 above)

 

Scooters

(A2)

(Cf. Category I, Group A2 above)

 

Automatic 50 cc (A3)

(Cf. Category I, Group A3 above)

 

Sidecar

(B1)

Motorcycles with a Sidecar

Vehicles with three (3) wheels, making two (2) tracks on the ground, consisting of a motorcycle making one track, and a Sidecar for a passenger making the other.

 

Permanent Sidecar

(B2)

Vehicles with a permanent Sidecar

Vehicles with three (3) wheels making two (2) or three (3) tracks on the ground in the direction of forward travel, with a permanently attached Sidecar forming a complete integral unit.

If three tracks are made, the centre-line of the two tracks made by the motorcycle wheels must not be more than 75 mm apart. A track is determined by the longitudinal centre-line of each of the vehicle's wheels in the direction of forward travel.

A passenger may not be carried. A ballast of 60 kg must be securely fixed to the Sidecar.

 

Cycle-cars

(B3)

Cycle-cars (FW or RW)

3-wheeled vehicles making three tracks on the ground forming a complete integral unit and having accommodation for a rider and a passenger.

A cycle-car is a motorcycle with 3 wheels differing from a Sidecar in that 2 of the wheels are mounted on the same geometric horizontal axis. These may be on the front (FW) or rear (RW) of the vehicle and shall ensure the stability of the vehicle.

The ‘space’ for a passenger can be by the side of the rider but not necessarily in the same frontal alignment. It can also be placed behind the rider. A passenger may not be carried. A ballast of 60 kg must be securely fixed to the Sidecar.

Steering must be by handlebars with a minimum length of 500mm, or by a wheel with a minimum diameter of 300mm.

If bodywork does not enclose the wheels, they must be protected by mudguards.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Special vehicles propelled by the action of multiple wheels or track devices in contact with the ground but which are not covered by the conditions for Category I or II.

GROUP

EXPLANATION

Special 2-wheeled Vehicles (C)

Special 2-wheeled Vehicles

Vehicle where the rider’s position is in front or behind the engine, and the vehicle adopts a longer and lower ‘motorcycle’ profile.

Special 3-wheeled Vehicles

(D)

Special 3-wheeled Vehicles

Snowmobiles

(E)

Special 3-wheeled Vehicles

Sprinters and Drag Bikes

(F)

Sprinters and Drag Bikes (Dragsters)

2-wheeled Quad Racers

(G)

2-wheeled Quad Racers

Quad Racers – 2-wheel driven                           

4-wheeled Quad Racers

(H)

4-wheeled Quad Racers

Quad Racers – 4-wheel driven

Electric Vehicles

(J)

Electric Vehicles

(Cf. Art. 2.16)

 

 

Special vehicles not propelled by wheels in contact with the ground.

GROUP

EXPLANATION

Specials

(Y)

Specials

 Non-Streamlined Vehicles

TYPES

CLASSES

 

Type I - Internal Combustion,

Spark Ignition, Naturally Aspirated

 

Type II - Internal Combustion,

Spark Ignition, Forced Induction

 

Capacity and design limits:

*adjustment for rotary engines

 

50

85

100

125

175

250

350

500

600

750

1000

1350

1600

2000

2500

3000

Displacement Classes (*)

up to 50 cc

over 50 cc to 85 cc

over 85 cc to 100 cc

over 100 cc to 125 cc

over 125 cc to 175 cc

over 175 cc to 250 cc

over 250 cc to 350 cc

over 350 cc to 500 cc

over 500 cc to 600 cc

over 600 cc to 750 cc

over 750 cc to 1000 cc

over 1000 cc to 1350 cc

over 1350 cc to 1600 cc

over 1600 cc to 2000 cc

over 2000 cc to 2500 cc

over 2500 cc to 3000 cc

Type III - Internal Combustion,

Compression Ignition (diesel), Naturally Aspirated

 

Type IV - Internal Combustion,

Compression Ignition (diesel), Forced Induction

 

750

1500

3000

 

up to 750 cc

over 750 cc to 1500 cc

over 1500 cc to 3000 cc

 

Type VII - Solar/Electric Powered

150

300

+300

up to 150 kg

over 150 kg to 300 kg

over 300 kg

Type X - Other Propulsion

(Appendices governing the classes on these groups to be issued as each case is presented.)

 

Partially Streamlined Vehicles

TYPES

CLASSES

Type I - Internal Combustion,

Spark Ignition, Naturally Aspirated

 

Type II - Internal Combustion,

Spark Ignition, Forced Induction

 

Capacity and design limits:

*adjustment for rotary engines

 

50

85

100

125

175

250

350

500

600

750

1000

1350

1600

2000

2500

3000

Displacement Classes (*)

up to 50 cc

over 50 cc to 85 cc

over 85 cc to 100 cc

over 100 cc to 125 cc

over 125 cc to 175 cc

over 175 cc to 250 cc

over 250 cc to 350 cc

over 350 cc to 500 cc

over 500 cc to 600 cc

over 600 cc to 750 cc

over 750 cc to 1000 cc

over 1000 cc to 1350 cc

over 1350 cc to 1600 cc

over 1600 cc to 2000 cc

over 2000 cc to 2500 cc

over 2500 cc to 3000 cc

Type III - Internal Combustion,

Compression Ignition (diesel), Naturally Aspirated

 

Type IV - Internal Combustion,

Compression Ignition (diesel), Forced Induction

 

750

1500

3000

 

up to 750 cc

over 750 cc to 1500 cc

over 1500 cc to 3000 cc

 

Type VII - Solar/Electric Powered

150

300

+300

up to 150 kg

over 150 kg to 300 kg

over 300 kg

Type X - Other Propulsion

Appendices governing the classes on these groups to be issued as each case is presented.

 

Streamlined Vehicles (Streamliners)

TYPES

CLASSES

Type V – Spark Ignition

 

Capacity and design limits:

 

*adjustment for rotary engines

 

50

85

100

125

175

250

350

500

600

750

1000

1350

1600

2000

2500

3000

Displacement Classes (*)

up to 50 cc

over 50 cc to 85 cc

over 85 cc to 100 cc

over 100 cc to 125 cc

over 125 cc to 175 cc

over 175 cc to 250 cc

over 250 cc to 350 cc

over 350 cc to 500 cc

over 500 cc to 600 cc

over 600 cc to 750 cc

over 750 cc to 1000 cc

over 1000 cc to 1350 cc

over 1350 cc to 1600 cc

over 1600 cc to 2000 cc

over 2000 cc to 2500 cc

over 2500 cc to 3000 cc

Type VI - Compression Ignition (diesel)

750

1500

3000

up to 750 cc

over 750 cc to 1500 cc

over 1500 cc to 3000 cc

Type VII - Solar/Electric Powered

150

300

+300

up to 150 kg

over 150 kg to 300 kg

over 300 kg

Type X - Other Propulsion

Appendices governing the classes on these groups to be issued as each case is presented.