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Post by outlaw19 on Feb 1, 2010 20:27:44 GMT 9.5
Sprint Karts running at the recent YPDKC Speedway Spectacular can be view on you-tube: Sprint Karts Australia CLIP0003.MP4.
Details and specs for these GO KARTS and yes they are GO KARTS
will be on this forum shortly.
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Post by Admin on Feb 6, 2010 15:46:39 GMT 9.5
Added Video to the video section on this forum.
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Post by Admin on Feb 7, 2010 19:15:35 GMT 9.5
Sprintkarts in action at Pinjar Speedway in WA  |
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Post by outlaw19 on Feb 7, 2010 20:11:36 GMT 9.5
The WA Sprint Karts run with slightly different engine specs than the proposed SA Sprint Karts, I have been told they are allowing 500cc motors. These are top photos
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Post by outlaw19 on Feb 7, 2010 20:17:48 GMT 9.5
Brief History These Gokarts have been racing in the USA since mid 1980's and have proven to be popular to both drivers & spectators. What started out as a rigid cage bolted directly to the frame soon changed to what is now called a floating cage. Movable receivers were added to the frame allowing the cage to rest on springs thereby freeing up the kart to flex. Large aluminum, wing added for extra safety.
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Post by outlaw19 on Feb 7, 2010 20:36:07 GMT 9.5
Current Proposed Specifications Sprint Karts Australia (SA Karts)
Minimum age 16 years.
4 Stroke motorcycle branded motor only, maximum 450 cc minimum 5 years old.
Frames must be of go kart configuration not exceeding 2200 mm in overall length
Tyres must be of kart type only. Rim size not to exceed 150mm diameter.
Cages are mandatory: Minimum standard of 19mm 0.83 chrome molly or 25.4 .06 chrome molly or 25.4 .083 steel.
High back seat. 5 point harness, wrist restraints mandatory.
Driving suit , recognized standards helmet, gloves mandatory.
Driving suit maybe be either fire proof suit or fire proof underwear with non fire proof suits.
Roll cage must be securely fastened with safety chain or grade 5 bolts or better in at least four points of roll cage.
Roll cage must have at least 500mm clearance above top of drivers helmet.
Mandatory left side intrusion bar must be pinned not bolted (safety access point)
Wing, Tail and hood mandatory. Maximum height of wing tip 1850mm, wing sides to be within 75mm of side of go kart, maximum wing length 1200mm.
Engines to be fitted on the right side of go kart only.
Stop valve on fuel breather mandatory.
Further information regarding floating cage and chassis information can be provided by request
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Post by Karty on Feb 8, 2010 7:00:42 GMT 9.5
What would the cost be .
Can I buy one from USA or would it have to be built.
If running 500cc on oval tracks isn't it called formula 500 now at Speedways.
I heard a winning Formula 500 motor on Speedway is priceless.
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Post by outlaw19 on Feb 8, 2010 7:15:34 GMT 9.5
Chassis's can be imported but chassis's are being manufactured in Adelaide SA(pm me I can put you into contact with supplier). Not encroaching on the formula 500 guys is the reason that the motors are restricted to maximum 450cc.Racing costs would be be very similar to running a standard kart for season
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Post by karty on Feb 8, 2010 10:52:59 GMT 9.5
So what is cost to buy one of these ones , complete ready to race, with helmet straps , & arm retainers , special seating etc . with a winner late model 465 aprox engine.
Cost of new & also what do the secondhand ones sell for now.
Is there restrictions on the engine or is it the latest model & most modified engine that wins.
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Post by outlaw19 on Feb 8, 2010 11:35:51 GMT 9.5
karty (pm me) I will provide contact point concerning your queries
Just a couple of answers 465 cc not allowed maximum 450 cc see earlier post for specs. Second hand in Australia very doubtful you will find one. There are 3 demonstrator Sprint Karts forsale in SA all complete. 1 American chassis the other 2 Australian designed chassis. Contact me by pm or my email address in profile I will point you in the right direction.
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