Riders can choose to ride from a selection of bikes, including road bikes, mountain bikes, city bikes, and cross bikes (disc wheels, tri bars, or aero bars are not permitted). Cyclists riding e-bikes will not be ranked to preserve fairness among participants. Straight handlebars and disc brakes are permitted.

Tandem bikes are only allowed for vision-impaired riders, with only the vision-impaired rider required to register, and are permitted in the Endurance Ride 60km and Community Ride 20km category only. Recumbents and hand cycles are also allowed only in the Endurance Ride 60km and Community Ride 20km category.

Please ensure, for the safety of all riders, that bikes are well-maintained throughout the course.

Yes, it is compulsory to wear a helmet throughout the entire route. Any participant without a helmet will be removed from the event.

All riders must carry photo identification at all times.

There will be Refreshment Zones to supply riders with nutrition, water, and other necessities. However, to ensure all riders are prepared, we suggest packing the below list of items:

· Helmet *

· Photo identification card *

· Water bottles *

· Additional food and/or sports nutrition

· Sunscreen & Sunglasses

· Spare clothing for warmth or rain protection

· Bike repair kit including: a puncture repair kit, spare inner tubes, and an air pump

· Mobile phone (don’t forget to ensure it is fully charged prior to the start)

Items marked with * are compulsory.

The day before the event, mechanical support will be available in the Festival Village for riders to check their bike, if needed – available on a first come, first served basis. The mechanical support will also be available throughout the race – both on the course and at selected Refreshment Zones.

According to monthly averages, the peaks are likely to range from a minimum temp of 25°C to a maximum of 31°C in September. Riders will need to be prepared for all weather conditions on the day. Riders are encouraged to consult the Malaysian Meteorological Department at www.met.gov.my for forecasts in the area prior to the event.

The race will commence in the event of light rain.

In case of a thunderstorm making a race dangerous, we will delay the race by 30 mins. If heavy rain persists, we will cancel the event as we have to factor in the need to reopen public roads. Rides can collect their finisher entitlements if this happens.

We might not continue with the race if lightning is detected within 2KM of the race start. Riders are advised to seek shelter along the route if such a situation occurs midway during the race.

Race organisers could at any point of time on race day, in consultation with the authorities and Race Director, have the final say as to whether a race could proceed.

A race e-guide covering details pertaining to the race, including safety instructions will be produced before the race. These will be sent to all registered racers and participants are advised to familiarise themselves with the e-guide prior to arriving at Iskandar Puteri Johor.

We also plan to produce short instructional videos prior to the race.

There are several other accommodation options available. The nearest to the venue is Sunway Hotel Big Box, located adjacent to the event venue. Additionally, you can consider staying at LEGOLAND Hotel Malaysia, Fraser Place Puteri Harbour, Trinidad Suites Puteri Harbour and Hotel Ramada by Wyndham Meridin Johor Bahru, among others.

Parking spots are accessible at the West Wing of Sunway Big Box Retail Park for your convenience.

The drop-off point will be at Sunway Hotel Big Box, conveniently situated adjacent to the Start and Finish Area as well as the event venue.

This event is not suitable for children under 15 years old. However, if a child is 16 years old as of December 31, 2025, they are eligible to register for the event.

Persons with Disabilities (PWD) are welcome to participate in the Endurance Ride 60KM and Community Ride 20KM category. However, please note that the Challenge 140KM category IS NOT SUITABLE for Persons with Disabilities (PWD).

Smoking will be strictly prohibited at the event venue. However, designated smoking areas will be provided by Sunway Big Box Retail Park for smokers' convenience.

Food and beverages will be readily available post-race. Participants can indulge in the offerings at the mall's food and beverage outlets, while the event organizer will also have food trucks stationed at the venue for added convenience.

There won't be any storage facility available for your bicycle before the event.

Bag deposit services will not be available at the venue.

Yes, only the Challenge 140km course is timed. All riders will receive a seat post plate with their registration pack. The timing system is embedded in this seat post plate, and it must be attached to the bicycle seat post at all times. This system will record the rider's time as they cross the start line, checkpoints throughout the route, and the finish line to provide accurate timing.

For team timings, the best four times will be used to determine placement. Failure to attach the race plate will result in no timing for the ride and immediate disqualification from the race.

Final times will be published on the Maybank Cycling Series Johor 2025 website following the event.

We recommend you arrive 45 minutes to 1 hour before your start time. The first start will be given at 7.00am on Sunday, 14th September 2025.

Podium finish is only available for the Challenge 140KM category. Those wishing to race competitively must register in the Challenge 140KM. Those outside Challenge 140KM are not entitled for a podium finish but their race time will be made available to them.

For those participating in the Endurance Ride 60KM category they can choose to join any starting area they wish, on a first come first served basis.

Similar to the professional rides in other cycling events, roads will be closed to general motor vehicle traffic throughout the entire event. The time limit is set to ensure the road opens again at a specific time and this is outlined in the Time Schedule, which will be released closer to the event. After this time, the road will reopen to the public once again.

The cut-off times are as below:

· Challenge 140KM - 6 hours

· Endurance Ride 60KM – 3.5 hours

· Community Ride 20KM – 2 hours

The Race Car will follow the precise Cut Off time for the course. Any participant who is overtaken by this vehicle at any point during the race, will be declared “Hors-Course” (out of the race).

If a rider is eliminated, they will be asked to go to the pick-up areas where a bus and truck will take the rider and their bike to the Festival Village.

Bikes will be loaded onto trucks and returned to riders to the Village upon presentation of their race numbers.

For MCSJ 2025, the cut off time will be strictly adhered to. Riders will not be allowed to remain on course after the cut off time including if they do not reach the halfway mark by half the cut off time from the start of the race.

Even with the professional conditions of fully closed roads, it is important to remain alert and respect the following:

1. Keep to the left of the road so the faster riders and race management vehicles can overtake on the right.

2. When overtaking, do it on the right and with caution.

3. Indicate prior to overtaking.

4. When riding in the peloton, indicate to riders following of any dangers or imperfections on the route.

Please note that in an amateur race, the competency level of riders can differ greatly. Please be aware of your general surroundings and seek help if you need any assistance. Your race bib will have our emergency numbers and safety marshals are available throughout the course.

There will be Refreshment Zones on the course. Water is available at all Refreshments.

Riders are expected to stop to replenish themselves. Due to the size of the field, our volunteers are unable to cater to individual needs.

Refreshment Zone locations will be released, together with the e-guide, before the event.

All Refreshment Zones will have bins to dispose of trash. If consuming gels or snacks while on the road, riders must ensure that they hold on to associated rubbish until they are able to dispose of this correctly. Let's maintain Johor as a pristine area for all to enjoy.

If a rider has an accident or mechanical issue, there will be medical teams and mechanical support at selected Refreshment Zones, as well as along the route (mobile assistance). In addition to the support offered, each rider should bring spare inner tubes, air pump and any extra components that they may need with them. Riders will be provided with an emergency number to call for roadside pick-up if they are unable to make their own way to a Refreshment Zone following an accident or a breakdown. In the event of riders waiting for roadside pick-up – with the exception of major injuries – riders are asked to move off the course and out of the way of other riders to wait for pick up.

There are first aid stations set up in the Festival Village, at the Start Line, at selected Refreshment Zones, and at the Finish Line. There will also be medical teams among the riders on the route, in case riders need medical attention or transportation to a nearby first aid station.