Want to learn how to drive a go kart. Want to buy used. HELP

[granayden]

Hello guys, first time starting a discussion so here goes!

I would love to get into go kart racing and the mechanical side that comes with it. I want to get a runabout kart that I will NOT be competing with. I just want to learn the basics of both racing the kart and maintaining it before taking the plunge and buying a more expensive kart.

What kind of things should I be looking to buy. What price range,power,chassis etc? Id like to keep costs under £800 if possible (not taking into account paying for track time / trailer etc ) just kart and parts. I am 22 and weigh around 100 kg. Once again this will be a kart that I will use purely to learn the basics of racing / maintaining it. I will not be competing with it.

Looking forward to your replies! Thank you!

Regards,
Granayden

[CanoeSniffer]

Prokarts are a cheap and simple way in. Twin four strokes, plenty of circuit and event availability for sprint, endurance, competitive, casual- whatever floats your boat.

[37chevy]

Yup another shout for prokarts. I’ve driven both prokarts in endurance (twin engine with sp RPM engines) and 2 stroke TKM and currently have an easykart. 2 strokes don’t need that much maintenance but engine rebuilds need to be done every 8-16 hours which are about £250. Pro karts are slower (still faster than arrive and drive karts) but need pretty much zero maintenance, just bolt checks, chain oil, fuel oil and away you go. Try www.karting.co.uk there’s a forum and sales section there.