What is direct drive?

[Shortbrah3030]

Simple question. I am brand new to karting and I am wondering what direct drive is.

 

[souperman000]

Direct drive is when the engine is linked directly to the axle sprocket (by chain). That is there is no clutch in between. With this system, the engine cannot idle and the kart will stay still. Once you start the engine, the kart will be moving.

 

[OzFab]

 

[Shortbrah3030]

Direct drive is when the engine is linked directly to the axle sprocket (by chain). That is there is no clutch in between. With this system, the engine cannot idle and the kart will stay still. Once you start the engine, the kart will be moving.

Ah thank you!