Masterton Motorplex International Dragstrip

27/10/2026

ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE TOMORROW NIGHT!

Stop thinking about it and get your entry in! Masterton Motorplex’s season opener is THIS WEEKEND!

TEST & TUNE - 31 October & 1 November
Two days of testing, tuning and chasing that next personal best. Open to all classes!

TWO WHEEL THUNDER - Sunday 1 November
Bike-only DYO racing. First-timers welcome, and you can enter just for Sunday!

Pre-enter before online entries close Wednesday night and help us get organised.

ENTERING ON THE DAY? NO PROBLEM!
Download an entry form from the Entry Forms page and fill it out before you arrive.

Online entry and downloadable forms:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/entry-forms/

Tag your racing mates - let’s get this season started!

25/10/2026

PRE-ENTRIES CLOSE WEDNESDAY NIGHT!

Testing the winter upgrades? Chasing a new personal best? Giving your bike its first run down the quarter-mile?

Get your entry in for Masterton Motorplex’s season opener!

TEST & TUNE - 31 October & 1 November
Open to all classes, with racer registration covering both days.

TWO WHEEL THUNDER - Sunday 1 November
Bike-only DYO racing. First-timers welcome, and you can enter just for Sunday!

Help us get organised and get your name on the list before Wednesday night.

Entry forms and information:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/entry-forms/

Tag your racing mates - it’s time to stop talking and start entering!

23/10/2026

RACING AT TWO WHEEL THUNDER OR TEST & TUNE? GET YOUR ENTRY IN!

Pre-enter now for two days of Test & Tune on 31 October and 1 November, or Sunday’s Two Wheel Thunder bike racing!

Your racer registration covers both days. Sunday-only bike entries are welcome too.

Entry forms and event information:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/entry-forms/

Check your vehicle and safety gear meet the NZDRA rules:
https://www.nzdra.co.nz/images/NZDRA_Rule_Book_26-27_clean_v6.1.pdf

Follow the Facebook event for updates:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1398467705485441

22/10/2026

HARLEY RIDERS - BRING THE THUNDER!

Got a road-going Harley or Buell? Screaming Eagles is your chance to take it down the quarter-mile at Masterton Motorplex!

It’s DYO racing, so you don’t need the fastest bike to win. Reaction time and consistency count!

Practice first, then into eliminations. Knocked out? Head back into Test & Tune and keep riding.

Your bike needs a current WoF and registration, and you’ll need the required riding gear. Bikes running quicker than 11 seconds also need a tech inspection and the rider a limited drag licence.

TWO WHEEL THUNDER - SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER
First-timers welcome. Sunday-only entries welcome.

Tag your Harley mates and get amongst it!

Event page - follow for updates:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1398467705485441

Entry details:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/entry-forms/

22/10/2026

Test and Tune featuring TWO WHEEL THUNDER!

20/10/2026

THEY’RE IN - ARE YOU?

Here’s a look at some of the riders already entered for TWO WHEEL THUNDER!

First-timer or seasoned racer, come and join them at Masterton Motorplex on Sunday 1 November. Practice runs, DYO racing and plenty of bragging rights up for grabs!

Tag your riding mates and get your entry in:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/online-entry-form/

More info:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/entry-forms/

19/10/2026

TWO WHEEL THUNDER - WHAT DOES IT COST TO RACE?

Keen to have a go? Here’s the breakdown:

- Race entry: $100
- Gate entry: $25 per person.
- NZDRA Day Affiliation: $30 if you don’t have an NZDRA licence.

That’s $155 for a rider needing Day Affiliation, or $125 if you already have an NZDRA licence.

The $100 race entry applies to Modified Bike, Competition Bike and Screaming Eagle.

SUNDAY ONLY? ABSOLUTELY!
You can enter on Sunday morning just for Two Wheel Thunder. There’s no requirement to attend Saturday.

WANT SOME PRACTICE ON SATURDAY TOO?
The same $100 racer registration also covers Saturday’s Test & Tune, with no extra race entry charge. Gate entry is separate at $25 per day.
NOTE: the above prices are for bikes only.

Knocked out of Sunday’s competition? Head back into Test & Tune and keep the runs coming!

TWO WHEEL THUNDER - SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER

All the information and entry forms:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/entry-forms/

Tag a riding mate and get your entries sorted!

ENTRY FORMS Next event: DADS DRAGS – THE ULTIMATE STREET CAR SHOWDOWN Sunday 6 September 2026 – Father’s DayNo Prep – Ultimate Street Car Showdown ONLINE ENTRY FORM PASSENGER FORM PRINT ENTERY FORM CLICK HERE FOR FULL EVENT DETAILS GATE $20 – DAY AFFILIATION – $30 (if no NZDRA License) ....

18/10/2026

17/10/2026

NEVER RACED THE QUARTER-MILE? THIS ONE’S FOR YOU!

Two Wheel Thunder hits Masterton Motorplex on Sunday 1 November - and first-time racers are welcome!

You don’t need the fastest bike to have a shot. It’s all DYO (Dial Your Own): use your practice runs to choose the time you think you can repeat, then race with a handicapped start. Reaction time and consistency count!

Practice first, then straight into eliminations. Knocked out? Head back into Test & Tune or grudge racing and keep the runs coming!

WHAT DO YOU NEED?

Your bike must have a current WoF and registration, or a current tech inspection. You’ll also need:
- An approved helmet with visor - no flip-front helmets.
- Leather motorcycle jacket AND leather motorcycle pants.
- Full-finger leather gloves.
- Full leather motorcycle boots at least 275mm high from the base of the heel. No elastic-sided boots.

Textile/Cordura riding gear isn’t permitted.

HOW FAST WILL YOU GO?

The safety gear thresholds below refer to speed at the end of the quarter-mile, not your bike’s maximum top speed - here are some examples give some perspective:

- 2004 Suzuki SV650S: about 109mph (175km/h).
- 2002 Harley-Davidson V-Rod: about 115mph (185km/h).
- 2003 Honda CBR600RR: about 130mph (209km/h).
- 1999 Suzuki Hayabusa: about 145mph (233km/h).

These are examples only - your bike, modifications, riding and conditions will affect the result.

Above 120mph (193km/h), you need a one-piece leather suit or two-piece leather suit joined by a full-circumference zip, with knee, elbow and shoulder armour or reinforcement.

Above 140mph (225km/h), a back protector is mandatory. It’s recommended for everyone. Dedicated race bikes have additional gear requirements regardless of speed.

Entry information and forms:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/entry-forms/

Full gear requirements and approved helmet standards:
https://www.nzdra.co.nz/images/NZDRA_Rule_Book_26-27_clean_v6.1.pdf

Tag a riding mate and make your first passes together!

ENTRY FORMS Next event: DADS DRAGS – THE ULTIMATE STREET CAR SHOWDOWN Sunday 6 September 2026 – Father’s DayNo Prep – Ultimate Street Car Showdown ONLINE ENTRY FORM PASSENGER FORM PRINT ENTERY FORM CLICK HERE FOR FULL EVENT DETAILS GATE $20 – DAY AFFILIATION – $30 (if no NZDRA License) ....

14/10/2026

TWO WHEEL THUNDER - WHO’S READY TO SEND IT?

Sunday 1 November brings MOTORCYCLE drag racing to Masterton Motorplex!

First time on the strip or seasoned racer - come and find out what you and your bike can do. Bring your riding mates and settle those bragging rights!

Make a weekend of it with Saturday’s Test & Tune, then race on Sunday at no extra cost with your weekend racer entry.

Tag your mates and share this with someone who needs to be on the start line!

Enter now:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/online-entry-form/

More info and forms:
https://www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz/entry-forms/

ENTRY FORMS Next event: DADS DRAGS – THE ULTIMATE STREET CAR SHOWDOWN Sunday 6 September 2026 – Father’s DayNo Prep – Ultimate Street Car Showdown ONLINE ENTRY FORM PASSENGER FORM PRINT ENTERY FORM CLICK HERE FOR FULL EVENT DETAILS GATE $20 – DAY AFFILIATION – $30 (if no NZDRA License) ....