| If you want to buy a go kart, then a great way to start | | | | seller a bit and ask why he or she is selling the kart. |
| the process is to go to a kart track. For a fee, you can | | | | You definitely do not want to purchase a go kart that |
| drive 2 or 4 cycle go karts for a taste of what type | | | | has a worn out chassis or engine. |
| of kart best fits your needs. It is a good idea to do | | | | Take your time and decide how much you are willing |
| some research on go karts before you make the | | | | to spend on a used kart. You can expect to spend |
| investment, in order to be fully informed about what is | | | | $800 to $1500 or more for what is called a rolling |
| available. This is an ideal strategy to get a feel for go | | | | chassis. A rolling chassis includes the chassis, rims, axle, |
| karting. Here are a few points to consider when | | | | a gas tank and various other go kart parts. |
| contemplating purchasing a kart. | | | | If you want to purchase a new go kart, then there are |
| There are two important features to consider when | | | | other expenses to consider. If you buy a new chassis |
| buying a gokart, such as what size do you need and | | | | and engine, you will increase the total cost of your go |
| does it come with safety features? Remember to | | | | kart. When shopping for a new chassis, you need to |
| take into consideration the age and driver training of | | | | determine the brand you prefer. The better known the |
| the primary driver operating the go kart. There are | | | | brand is, the more expensive it will be. |
| gokarts especially designed for varying degrees of | | | | A new chassis can cost from $1500 to $2500 or |
| experience; from beginner karts for kids under age ten, | | | | more depending on the brand and year. An engine can |
| to intermediate karts for pre-teens, to full-sized karts | | | | be bought from a local supplier and will vary in price |
| for the experienced teen and adult. | | | | depending on your preferences, but generally they are |
| Since they are so close to the ground, gokarts are | | | | anywhere from $750 to $2000 or more. |
| pretty difficult to roll. In the rare event that a kart does | | | | Hopefully, this has given you some helpful hints to |
| roll over, most have roll bars or brush cages which | | | | consider before purchasing a go kart. Remember, |
| provide increased safety. Unless they are for racing, | | | | consider the age and size of the primary driver. Also |
| the karts have limited speeds; usually less than 50 mph. | | | | think about where the kart will be driven and what |
| Now is the time to decide whether you want to buy a | | | | safety features are available. After purchasing just the |
| new or used go kart. There are some important things | | | | right kart, you will be on your way to providing hours of |
| to remember when buying used. Get to know the | | | | fun for your family and friends! |