crescent girl 1,907 Posted April 7, 2023 It seems some riders have been a bit naughty, using a special 'blue' methanol additive (created for drag racing) to their fuel. After some 'interesting' performances in early meetings, the SCB have issued the following: It has been reported to the SCB that some riders have been adding additives to their methanol.All riders are reminded that only "Pure Methanol" is allowed with no additives as per SCB Regulation 04.2.9Any riders found to be using additives will be subject to an enquiry and the possibility of disciplinary action.(Riders riding 125cc/150cc have the option of Pure Methanol or Unleaded Petrol) This is clearly being taken seriously, as there was after-race fuel tests being carried out on Good Friday at one track, at least........... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevehone 3,430 Posted April 8, 2023 Maybe KK at Kings Lynn is using it …. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,246 Posted April 8, 2023 ...reminds one of the days when some riders added nitro to their fuel and was quite common apparently before it was made illegal. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iainb 5,020 Posted April 8, 2023 5 hours ago, stevehone said: Maybe KK at Kings Lynn is using it …. more likely red diesel 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IronScorpion 1,407 Posted April 9, 2023 On 4/7/2023 at 10:39 PM, crescent girl said: It seems some riders have been a bit naughty, using a special 'blue' methanol additive (created for drag racing) to their fuel. After some 'interesting' performances in early meetings, the SCB have issued the following: It has been reported to the SCB that some riders have been adding additives to their methanol.All riders are reminded that only "Pure Methanol" is allowed with no additives as per SCB Regulation 04.2.9Any riders found to be using additives will be subject to an enquiry and the possibility of disciplinary action.(Riders riding 125cc/150cc have the option of Pure Methanol or Unleaded Petrol) This is clearly being taken seriously, as there was after-race fuel tests being carried out on Good Friday at one track, at least........... Which track(s)? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poole keith 911 Posted April 9, 2023 And of course when poole riders were doctoring their tyres with a softening agent,allegedly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fortythirtyeight 841 Posted April 9, 2023 On 4/7/2023 at 10:39 PM, crescent girl said: It seems some riders have been a bit naughty, using a special 'blue' methanol additive (created for drag racing) to their fuel. After some 'interesting' performances in early meetings, the SCB have issued the following: It has been reported to the SCB that some riders have been adding additives to their methanol.All riders are reminded that only "Pure Methanol" is allowed with no additives as per SCB Regulation 04.2.9Any riders found to be using additives will be subject to an enquiry and the possibility of disciplinary action.(Riders riding 125cc/150cc have the option of Pure Methanol or Unleaded Petrol) This is clearly being taken seriously, as there was after-race fuel tests being carried out on Good Friday at one track, at least........... Utter rubbish. There is no such thing as ‘ blue methanol’, the statement referred to ‘additives’ that are used by some 125cc riders which is perfectly legal in Europe and in any other motorsport and which was seen being used at the Ben Fund meeting and was openly used by 2 or three competitors. They have now been advised not to use it in the UK. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Technik 491 Posted April 9, 2023 50 minutes ago, poole keith said: And of course when poole riders were doctoring their tyres with a softening agent,allegedly It was not contained to Poole riders. It was quite widespread. The tyres were softened with a substance that was used in Go Kart racing to soften their tyres. This is why fitting of tyres is now to be done at the track. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Triple.H. 1,986 Posted April 9, 2023 2 hours ago, Fortythirtyeight said: Utter rubbish. There is no such thing as ‘ blue methanol’, the statement referred to ‘additives’ that are used by some 125cc riders which is perfectly legal in Europe and in any other motorsport and which was seen being used at the Ben Fund meeting and was openly used by 2 or three competitors. They have now been advised not to use it in the UK. The post you quote doesn't say "blue methanol " it says a "blue" methanol additive, which i assume means an additive which besides any supposed benefits adds a blue hue to the fuel. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,246 Posted April 10, 2023 11 hours ago, poole keith said: And of course when poole riders were doctoring their tyres with a softening agent,allegedly ....I recall years ago when some riders were using a spray to soften their tyres? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iainb 5,020 Posted April 10, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, steve roberts said: ....I recall years ago when some riders were using a spray to soften their tyres? I remember Jan Andersson used to use hair lacquer at the indoor Wembley events and not on his head Edited April 10, 2023 by iainb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,246 Posted April 10, 2023 1 minute ago, iainb said: I remember Jan Andersson used to use hair lacquer at the indoor Wembley events and not on his head Yes I remember that also! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iainb 5,020 Posted April 10, 2023 Just now, steve roberts said: Yes I remember that also! All above board I hasten to add... "because he's worth it" 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rich 75 Posted April 10, 2023 13 hours ago, Fortythirtyeight said: Utter rubbish. There is no such thing as ‘ blue methanol’, the statement referred to ‘additives’ that are used by some 125cc riders which is perfectly legal in Europe and in any other motorsport and which was seen being used at the Ben Fund meeting and was openly used by 2 or three competitors. They have now been advised not to use it in the UK. The terms "brown methanol", made from coal, "grey methanol", made from natural gas, "blue methanol", made from hydrogen and "green methanol" made from biomass or other "green" resources, refer to different methods of production, not the actual colour of the fuel. So there is such a thing as "blue methanol". 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Triple.H. 1,986 Posted April 10, 2023 41 minutes ago, Rich said: The terms "brown methanol", made from coal, "grey methanol", made from natural gas, "blue methanol", made from hydrogen and "green methanol" made from biomass or other "green" resources, refer to different methods of production, not the actual colour of the fuel. So there is such a thing as "blue methanol". Thanks, everyday is a schoolday i didnt realise there were so many types of methanol, which ones are allowed to be used, without the addition of additives. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites