The first kart a friend and I built, using a conventional lawnmower motor.

Specification

• Top-speed: 30 km/h
• Features:
  • Lights
    • 2x Front
    • 2x Rear
  • Horn
  • 200W Alternator
  • Custom E-starter
  • Hand operated clutch leaver

Components

Mechanical

• Frame made out of ‘item’ aluminium profile
• 20 mm rear axle
• Tires:
  • 3x “12 1/2 x 2 1/4”
  • 1x Enforced rim with custom sliding bearing (differential action)
• Angle gearbox (ratio 2:1)

Engine

• Name: Unknown
• Type: 2-Stroke
• Fuel: Petrol-oil mixture (25 : 1)
• Number of cylinders: 1
• Cooling: Air cooled
• Power: 9 HP
• Displacement: 144 ccm

Videos

Drive

First test drive

First crash

Second test drive

Third test drive

Gallery