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Typical Concours d'Elegance standard rules A Concours d'Elegance event is usually a “level of merit” program, based on objective criteria. Motorcycles are judged systematically against these objective standards, and not against each other. That is, there is not a “1st, 2nd, and 3rd place” style ranking in the Concours d’Elegance event. All motorcycles entered can win awards commensurate with their condition. Each should strive to be in superb original condition or authentically restored to a condition that correctly replicates the appearance of the machine when it was on the dealer’s showroom floor. There are usually three levels of awards based on the number of points attained with minimum scores required to attain each level. 80 to 89 Points: Entry Level 90 to 97 Points: Intermediate Level 98 to 100 Points: Exquisite Level The judging programs are typically “Concours” type using the 100-point system. Each motorcycle entered for judging will start with 100 points, and will be judged in 20 distinct areas, called “considerations”, which are set forth on the judging form. Deductions will be made for each deficiency noted in each area of consideration. Usually a maximum deduction of 5 points may be taken in each area of consideration but can be as little as 1/2 point deductions. Most consideration deductions are based on a "correct" representation for the year of the unit on display. There are two judging classes: Original and Restored, and with no overlap between the classes. The standard for Original Class: Each entrant shall be the strictest possible adherence to, and maintenance of, the original condition of the motorcycle. To be judged in the Original Class, the motorcycle must be completely original and correct for the year; allowable exceptions shall be tires, which must be of the correct size, and match the original tread pattern as closely as possible plus maintenance items such as spark plugs, points, cables, etc. Original bikes are expected to have minor nicks and scratches associated with normal usage. This criteria may also be interrelated to the age of the unit and mileage. Original bikes are expected to be clean. Points will be deducted for visible dirt or corrosion, or other signs of long-term neglect that should have been noted and removed. Cleaning and polishing bright work is normally permitted and expected, but limited to the present condition of the bike as presented. However, repainting or re-plating will not be allowed. The finish or condition of parts added to an Original bike should show the same degree of wear/weathering as the rest of the motorcycle. For example, a badly rusted out muffler may be replaced with a similar original part with less deterioration, but not an NOS or new reproduction unit. In short, an individual motorcycle entered in the Original Class all parts being correct for the year, genuine OEM parts including replacement parts. Aftermarket parts are also permitted as long as they are "Period" for that year. The standard for the Restored Class: Authenticity.

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