can a 6.5hp 212cc predator work on my go kart?

[bryans2121]

so i’ve been getting lots of recommendations to put one of those predator engines on my go kart since mine currently doesn’t run.

 

[Karttekk]

You should be able to, it looks like there's a Honda Clone engine on there already. Measure the engine mount plate against the base of a Predator to be sure. The seat clearance could be an issue also. I would be leery about the wire holding the jackshaft washers and bearing in place.

 

[bryans2121]

the engine mount fits. so would putting a new engine lose the ability to use the key switch and kill switch up in the front of the kart?

 

[Denny]

No more electric start unless you convert it. There is supposed to be a kit out now to do just that. If you look in the electric section on here there is a guy wanting to put lights on a small predator and I think it tells where the kit is and how much.

 

[Karttekk]

Put one of these electric start engines on it. Wire up your key switch and kill switch. You'll need a battery. Grab a 12 volt test light, find you hots and wire into the engine key box.

6.5 HP Gas Engine With Electric Start 6.5HP 3/4" Shaft 212cc

Buy the Carroll Stream 212cc small 6.5hp gas engine with electric start. The CS170ESB motor is on sale with free shipping. Replace your Honda GX160UT2-QX2 or GX200UT2-QX2, which is perfect for 212cc mini bikes, go karts and other applications.

www.carrollstream.com

 

[karl]

You should be able to, it looks like there's a Honda Clone engine on there already.

No, that's a Subaru engine. Way better quality than a Chinese engine, but parts are becoming an issue.
If ya can get it running id roll with it.

 

[Karttekk]

No, that's a Subaru engine. Way better quality than a Chinese engine, but parts are becoming an issue.
If ya can get it running id roll with it.

Agreed!

 

[Dingocat]

No, that's a Subaru engine. Way better quality than a Chinese engine, but parts are becoming an issue.
If ya can get it running id roll with it.

My kart with a Subaru is probably one of my most reliable toys engine wise.