Go Kart Transmissions

By Yosef Solomon on December 1st, 2008

When building a Go Kart there are many different things that you are going to have to consider. Some people will tell you that one part is more important that others, however the fact of the matter is that all parts of your Go Kart can have a major impact on the overall performance of your machine. This is why it is absolutely necessary to make sure that you take the appropriate amount of time, carefully considering each part that goes into your kart. One thing that you are definitely going to have to consider is the transmission. Below you will find a little bit of information on some of the different options that you have when it comes to transmissions for your Go Kart.

The first option that you have is transmissions that you can buy stock for Go Karts. These are probably the least expensive of all and are perfect for people that aren’t to serious about their kart. The reason for this is because they are of less quality compared to transmissions that are used in professional Go Karts. These transmissions are mainly meant for people that do not plan on having a product that last long term. If you are just trying to have a little bit of fun and do not plan on constantly racing your kart, these might be the right transmission for you. However, if you plan on racing treacherous courses and doing off road racing, you might want to opt for something that is going to last a little longer and provide you with a little more stability and power. Luckily, there are some other great options for pros that are looking for these types of products.

If you are looking for a high quality transmission for your Go Kart and do not want to use an off the shelf stock transmission, there are a couple other options available to you. The first option that you have is to find a suitable chain drive transmission. The typical place that Go Kart enthusiasts find these transmissions is from motorcycles and dirt bikes. This is the absolute best way to find a transmission that will be suitable for your Go Kart. The main reason for this is because these transmissions are ideal for the size and other parts that are usually used in Go Karts. You can always buy these transmissions new, however most Go Kart builders will opt to buy older transmissions as they are usually the best for Go Karts and can be found for much less expensive than a new motorcycle or dirt bike. This is the reason that you should definitely look around and try and get your hands on a transmission like this. The best place to look is online, there are tons of people buying and trading parts of Go Karts online. This is the best way to find a great deal on Go Kart transmissions.

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