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Started this discussion. Last reply by Ben Herron Feb 10, 2011. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Hi guys, first time poster on the forums. Ive done a search and couldnt find the information what i was after so thought id ask. Im 25 (85/90kgs and 6'0) and have been into motorsport for years(drag…Continue
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Ben Herron replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice"You need a Transponder for club meetings but not for practise laps.
Rotax for me has been really reliable and cheap.
Alfano vs Micron - Micron all the way, its far more usable, easier to understand and navigate (i'm a software…"
Byron Gray replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice"Thanks for all the great information. I've spoken to you numerous times over the years Steve with various Turbo issues so will be good to have another chat. Will be in touch.
The transponder basically helps assist the club in assessing…"
Graeme Moore replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice"Hi Byron
Some good advice here not the least of which is find a strong class where numbers are good and guys/girls with similar age and disposition race. yes there is a downturn and add too many meetings and a heap of classes but there…"
Aarron Cunningham replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice"Hi Byron
- Is this a good class selection?
The first thing you need to do is go down to your local club and see what classes are turning up on club days. Your body weight would mean that you would have to run a 'heavy' class, but…"
Byron Gray left a comment for Graeme Moore"No problem Graeme,
Will update now.
Not too many responces to my post. Did I ask the right questions or do people just not have too much to share. Id rather do my research before comitting to anything as the number of (i dont use it…"
Peter Sarjeant replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice"Hi Byron
Really the most important thing is to find a class at your local track that has a lot of people in it. There is nothing worse than having a race with 4 or 5 people. If you are wanting to learn how to drive have a good look at the…"
Graeme Moore left a comment for Byron Gray"Hi and Welcome Byron
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Ross Tait replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice"In simple terms Jnr has a slightly differant barrell meaning no powervalve like a senior and does not rev the same or as high etc as a senior and senior is for seniors and juniors is for the youngsters !
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Byron Gray replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice"Thanks again,
Last question for the minute, whats the difference between the Rotax 125 Jnr and 125 Snr engines? Just looking at the right karts page, there is a significant price difference?
Looks like my engine building skills will…"
Michael Cullum replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice"My CRG Kali rotax kart as light as i can get it without going to magnesium components is 85-90kg (i run rotax heavy and me being 110kg of manly greatness i need my kart to be light), my brothers identical kart needs a bigger battery and 5-10 kg…"
Byron Gray replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and adviceMichael Cullum replied to Byron Gray's discussion Potential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice"Hello Byron,
I'll get straight to the questions,
At 85/90 kgs you would be 5-10 kg over min wieght for rotax light (depending on the weight of the kart), with 5-10kg of lead on you would be bang on min for rotax heavy (but if theres a good…"
Byron Gray posted a discussionPotential new karter looking for a bit of help and advice
Hi guys, first time poster on the forums. Ive done a search and couldnt find the information what i was after so thought id ask. Im 25 (85/90kgs and 6'0) and have been into motorsport for years(drag racing) however now really dont want to be outlaying the sort of money I am at present. Karting has been on the mind for sometime and im tossing up whether I should sell my car and give it a go as it looks like great fun. I've spoken to a few guys associated with the local club who kindly have…See More
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