50cc racing dirt bike

Sand drags slated for Saturday

Posted: Wednesday, June 5, 2013 5:15 am

Sand drags are all about the size of the engine and pure horsepower. Riders will pit their souped-up motorcycles and ATVs against one another to see who will have the fastest time off the line Saturday, June 8, at the Billings Motorcycle Club.

The BMC features a 300-foot sand drag with two lines of improved racing. Classes for virtually everything are offered, from little 50cc dirt bikes to the huge hill climb motorcycles with 110-1600cc engines. Hardcore quad racers will be on hand with stock, modified and superstock setups that are sure to wow the crowds.

Even the more sedate folks will mix it up by racing their side-by-side utility vehicles down the line. A huge trophy is offered for the Anything Goes Class which allows motorcycles to challenge ATVs because it is all about pure speed.

The competition is fun but serious. Spectators will have a full view of the action. Concessions are available and ample parking allows a view from a variety of vantage points. Bring lawn chairs because seating is very limited. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the race starts at 6 pm. Admission is $5 at the gate.

From Interstate 90 take Exit 447 to South Billings Boulevard and travel south. Turn left on the north side of Casey’s Corner onto Old Blue Creek Road. The Billings Motorcycle Club Grounds, 2104 Old Blue Creek, will be on the left.