You see, leave it to a racer to figure it out.
One of the things the rulers need to learn is what resources are really available before the entrants are saddled with a rule.
The entrants are just one of the great resources but they hafta be asked.
Not all of them will tell the world for various reasons that are not always speed secrets.
If they are made comfortable with the procedure, the good information will be a lot more forthcoming.
Treat them all the same and they will treat you with respect , otherwise they will work around or walk over you.
That is kinda how I figure it anyways, and it ain't jest bikes.
OBTW: That last instant answer was from Holland.
Can he be trusted ? LOL