Rules
National 2WD
National 4WD
STOCK UTV
MODIFIED UTV
UNLIMIITED UTV
FIA T1 2WD/4WD
FIA T2 4WD
Adventure Raid Car/Truck/SUV (no motos, no quads, no UTVs)
For additional info on classes contact darren@sonorarally.com
Rally Pro
Rally Enduro
Rally Adventure
Quads– in their own class (must comply with Sonora Rally regulations only)
For additional info on classes contact darren@sonorarally.com
Keeping it simple
For additional info on rules contact darren@sonorarally.com
How Sonora Ralley works
Sonora Rally General Rules (PDF)
Motos:
In case of a neutralized fuel stop during a special stage, all motorcycle riders must supply full cans to our fuel stop crews the night before. Our crews will then deliver your fuel to the neutralized fuel stops.
In case where a liaison section is the same as the assistance route, the assistance crews will be authorized to assist and refuel the motorcycle.
The organization may also authorize specific assistance point during the special stage to allow for refueling by competitor assistance crews. No other outside assistance during the special stage is authorized.
It will be to your advantage to have several fuel cans so you have fuel in the bivouac as well as at the fuel stops. It is not permitted for riders to carry fuel on their person. All fuel tanks must be attached to the motorcycle in permanent and safe manner.
Cars:
For those cars and UTVs that cannot make the 250km distance, we allow them to gas up at the intermediate 150KM moto gas stops. The Rally organization will not carry fuel for cars, it must be delivered by their support crew to the refueling area. The driver and codriver must refuel themselves with no outside support. This stop will not be neutralized, meaning they must stop for a minimum of 10 minutes with the clock running in order to refuel safely.
In case where a liason section is the same as the assistance route, the assistance crews will be authorized to assist and refuel the car.
The organization may also authorize specific assistance point during the special stage to allow for refueling by competitor assistance crews. No other outside assistance during the special stage is authorized.
Be aware you are not allowed to bring fuel across the border into Mexico in fuel cans. It’s better to bring them in empty and fill them in Mexico.
2020 Fuel details: There are numerous gas stations in Hermosillo, Caborca, Puerto Peñasco and San Luis Rio Colorado. There is one gas station near the bivouac in Banamichi with only 87 octane Magna. There is no 92 Octane or Diesel fuel in Banamichi. If your race vehicle requires high octane for diesel fuel, you should bring it yourself from Hermosillo where it is commonly available.
Only organization GPS units may be mounted on and in vehicles. All vehicles must remove GPS units before starting the rally. Heading repeaters are allowed but can’t show tracks. GPS may be carried as a backup tracking verification device, but must be stored in backpack or not visible while vehicle is in motion. If car or UTV has GPS in dash it must be covered and sealed with Sonora Rally tech sticker.
All racing bikes, UTV’s and Cars must have some form of registration or ownership to enter Mexico and be able to compete. Green Sticker (CA) or off road registration is fine but must be official DMV document showing legal registered ownership.
An on-site rally school will be provided after Registration at the host hotel. The school is required for all rally rookies in order to learn how to navigate by roadbook. We also cover some of the basics of rally racing. Rally experts will also find the school helpful in understanding unique aspects of Sonora Rally roadbooks and GPS and WPM utilization.
Sonora Rally also offers 2 day Rally Schools during the year. Check the Rally School section for the latest updates and more navigation tips! If you think “HP” means horsepower, you need this school !
Moto Number Plate Race Sticker
– FRONT only
– Width 18.5cm (7.27 inch) x Height 19.5cm (7.6 inch)
Car, Truck, Adventure Raid & UTV Number Plate Race Sticker
– SIDES (doors) x2
– Width 37cm (14.5 inch) x Height 39cm (15.2 inch)
Numbers will be assigned, Motos 1-49, Cars/UTVs 51-99.
Number stickers will be handed out at registration at the hotel.
The rally logo and sponsor portions of the sticker must be clearly visible on the vehicle. If the logo/Sponor doesn’t fit while attached to the number, the logo/sponsor portions may be cut off and attached in an equally visible adjacent position.
Motos/Quads
Cars/Truck/UTV (does not apply to Adventure Raid)