How old is too old?

[dave1701]

I was going to be working on my kart alot this winter to convert it to live axle and some other upgrades, as a found a way to get access to a welder. Then it dawned on me, am I getting to old for this? Im 16, I guess I should be doing normal 16 year old stuff. I don't know. I'm a junior in high school, just how much longer will I be able to use the thing. I don't know. I'll just work on it now and whatever happens later happens.

Anyway, how old are the people on this site? I know there are alot of younger people. When is the age when it's not socially acceptable to want to build/ride a go kart around?

 

[bspredator]

Never too old, I'm 26 and it's something to tinker with, I buy them broke, fix them, ride them and sell them. So it's a hobby / making money thing, at least that's how I justify it to the wife. You're never get too old for toys the toys just get bigger.

 

[gokart14]

really its up to you if you feel like you dont want to do it then stop but its really your choice i think no age is to old.

 

[Russ2251]

I'm 59.
My father sold the original "BlitzKart" (and named it) in the late '50's or early '60's.
I've been hooked ever since.

 

[Kaptain Krunch]

16 aint too old. im 17, dont plan on stoppin soon. its always nice to have someone to ride with too.

 

[700 efi guy]

I'm 32 and just starting, don't sweat it. If you spend all your life wondering if you're too old, too young or too cool look at all the things you're going to miss out on. if it makes you happy then giv'r

 

[Rustydog2010]

I think as you get older/wiser the bigger and better projects will emerge.

 

[DirtTrackRacer_07]

Im 16. The only thing that will stop me is death.

My granddad is 64 and still rides his karts.

He is retired now so he has all the time in the world to work on his stuff.

He can do just about as much as any younger person can.

 

[jeremybentham]

Dead is too old.
Check my sig, we're a bunch of 30 something idiots ramming around on weekends. Nuff said!!

 

[dave1701]

Thanks. I just needed some re-assurance. I'll start a project thread this winter when I finally get around to upgrading this thing. I figure if and when I grow out of it, I'll just sell it.

 

[redsox985]

I, too, am 16 and a junior. I'm currently building my kart in school in our shop.

 

[GreyhoundOfYerfDogs]

I understand your sentiment. I got into karting when I was 14. By the time I got to be 17 with my own car, I kind of fell out of love with my (admittedly crummy) go kart and cushman 3 wheeler. I still enjoyed riding, and would go to the local slick track once in awhile.

Now that I'm in my 40s, I find my interest in karts rekindled in part by nephews and nieces' enjoyment. I like karting a lot, and quadding too. Don't anyone dare go saying I'm too old! LOL

There's an old joke about mopeds and _____ that comes to mind.

People might tease you for riding a kart, but usually they see how much fun you're having and want to ride it too.

 

[metalthrashinman]

Never too old. Rip it up all of your life doing what YOU want.

 

[Blazkowiez]

The only thing getting older means for many of us is more access to money.

Quite a few of our customers 1/3 are 20+ year olds buying parts for their own karts and have no children.

 

[Bluethunder3320]

well i have wanted a go kart or somehting to ride ever since. my school offers nothing of shop until upper class. im 14, freshman. took 14 years to get a working mini bike (barely) rebuilding now. also making gas scooter and posibly beer crate racer or somehting else.

 

[Walter Keller]

too old no way

Your never to old to have fun - i'm 48 and just gettin started

 

[Doc Sprocket]

I'm 37 and having a blast, both with my own kart, and my kids'. I think it's terrific that there are some younger folks like yourself out there learning, wrenching, having fun, and generally NOT being useless couch potatoes that have to be plugged into something electronic 24/7 in order to stay entertained. Cheers!

 

[redsox985]

Does this forum count towards my couch potato status?

 

[Doc Sprocket]

No. It's "Research And Development".

 

[bighead]

41 and been riding making karts off and on since 15.

each kart goes faster and faster as well.

Getting your hands on a welder will open a whole new world for you. Trust Me, You will be thinking of your next project halfway thru your current one.

Current toys

3 Gt80 yamaha enduros
1 DT100 Yamaha enduro
1 DT 125 Yamaha enduro
1 1978 Motron Moped
1 1980 DT80 Kawasaki
Summit Racing Bar Stool Racer
Manco Dingo (clone)
Yerf Dog Single seater (clone)
yerf Dog twin seater (clone)
Manco Nascar parade Kart
1 1984 250 Big Red 3 wheeler
1 Tri Zinger 3 wheeler
2 ATC Honda 110 3 wheelers
And my full blown race Odyssey

Looking to buy 2 more Honda Odyssey FL250's as well.

When you got the bug you got the bug.