hillstrubl
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I think the time has come to build/buy a go kart for my kids, I see a lot of options online, but wanted to see if this group had some tips.
Kids are 5 (huge) and 8 (small) so they'd be using it for years. We have a cul-de-sac that they could get used to it, then I'd probably bring them to nearby woods, etc
Any ideas?
Things I know I want:
Things I think I want:
Things that would be nice to have:
here's some I found - https://gokartsusa.com/TrailMaster-Mini-XRS-Gokart-Buggy-4.aspx
Kids are 5 (huge) and 8 (small) so they'd be using it for years. We have a cul-de-sac that they could get used to it, then I'd probably bring them to nearby woods, etc
Any ideas?
Things I know I want:
- 2-seater
- Offroad > Street kart
- Roll cage, how effective are the "full" ones over just the hoop behind the passengers? I realize more metal is better than less but is it strong enough to actually make a difference?
- Gas engine > Electric
- Brakes that actually work
Things I think I want:
- Remote Kill switch
- 5.5 hp or more (but I guess I could always swap the actual engine when they get heavier)
- 4 stroke (for both reliability, ease (I hate mixing oil) and so they're not breathing 2 stroke emissions, I realize I give up power based on displacement)
- Adjustable pedals and/or seat, in order to accommodate growing kids and my wife would definitely want to drive it
Things that would be nice to have:
- Electric start (but honestly that would just be for them to be able to restart if it stalls and I'm not standing right there)
- Some sort of multi-geared transmission, centrifugal clutch I'd guess?
here's some I found - https://gokartsusa.com/TrailMaster-Mini-XRS-Gokart-Buggy-4.aspx
TrailMaster Mini XRS+ GoKart
Shop for the TrailMaster Mini XRS+ Go Kart and other go karts at KillerMotorsports.com
www.killermotorsports.com
Tao Motor 110 GK110 Kids Go Kart
www.killermotorsports.com
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