Build a Gokart

[HowDoYouBuildIt?]

Hey guys im going to build a two seater go kart. I would like your opinion on what motor I should use. I would mostly be useing this go kart of road, but not 4x4 ing just gravel and what not. Any sujestions on what hp motor or mabey a standerd dirt bike engine?

 

[r97]

a 13hp industrial motor would serve you well, depending on your desired top speed and if you ever want to climb hills a tc may be helpful, the other option for good performance is a 150 to 250cc ATV/dirt bike engine. if your really interested in high performance, get a motor cycle engine!

 

[modelengineer]

Motorcycle engine definitely. My 1 seater needs a bike engine, a 2 seater would absolutely need something more than 30hp IMO with a gearbox.

 

[redsox985]

30hp sounds like a bit much IMHO.

 

[r97]

i didn't think this sounded like the type of project he would want to use an mc engine on, but if he does it would be sick.

 

[KieranM]

i wouldnt suggest starting out using a motorcycle engine as a first kart project, but if you want, you can get a reliable yamaha 125 (scrambler 5 speed) for peanuts (depending on where you live of course)

 

[r97]

exactly what im getting at.

 

[Krusekontrol]

Don't know if your still planning on your build but if you are you quickest build will be to use a snowmobile motor.

I've buillt with motorcycle engines, buggy engines, industrial motors and the 2 strokes you find on many sleds.

You can see some of the builds on my UFB playlist.

It should give you some ideas
http://buggynuts.com/the_ufb_project.htm