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If you don't own your own track. What age can you start?
I'm pretty sure I started at 8, which was the youngest you could on comercial tracks 13 years ago. Didn't really get anywhere as it's bloody expensive!
thinking about it I do have a like for expensive hobbies...
Why not mini motos or mini motocross, you're a mountain biker - it will help with the kids MTB if they don't take off racing bikes.
Been looking recently for my lad who's 4 and go kart mad. Looks like they tend to start around the age of 6, some good info here http://www.abkc.org.uk/
Tom hes mad about cars. Driving he questions everything non stop. Just because I like bikes doesnt mean I should push him to like the samethings as me!
My Dad liked cricket.
Do you not keep telling people you're a tight arse?
Karting isn't something you would want to try and get in to if that's the case.
Our local hotshot MX engine tuner started to work on Kart engines because of how much cash people throw at it...
I know some of the MX boys spend enough to make your eyes water too.
Kids can start at the age of 6 in Bambino and most of the larger circuits will have Bambino karts and a structured lesson programme. The child wont be allowed out on the track on their own until they have passed some form of assessment. Its surprisingly quick, there will be videos on youtube and the racing is very close.
From 8 it gets super competitive in the Cadet class which have Comer or Honda engines, Comers are 2 stroke, Hondas are 4 stroke both with centrifgual clutches and they race together at most clubs. On the Child's 11th birthday they can move up to mini-max and it gets more competitive and more expensive...
I had a Rotax Max (125cc, single cylinder, water cooled) for a while, I tested a fair bit at Llandow but couldnt afford to race as it would cost about £300 per meeting all in plus I was too heavy to be competitive in the lightweights and not heavy enough to go into the heavyweight class with slapping a lot of lead on the chassis. I assume the junior classes may be a little more restricted in order to keep costs down...
Bambino will be fun though and a thrilling experience for a 6 year old.
Just because I like [s] bikes[/s] go-karts doesnt mean I should push him!
And before you protest. I have [url= http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Benny-Hill-Off-to-Races-in-his-Go-Kart-8x10-Photo-/250881881647 ]proof[/url]
To be honest, you dont need to worry too much about costs and things until much later as Bambino karts will most likely be supplied by the track you are racing at so you can control costs as its just just pay per drive
I was intrigued so had a look, the junior classes referred to are all using sealed engines and only a limited number of tyres are available throughout the year but the difference will be how often the kids can get out and that is the noticeable factor. Even then, the good engine builders have a reputation and they can charge a fair bit for a rebuild. Expect to pay about £1k for a good Bambino second hand.
Hora, the answer it that is to tell him that 4 wheels are for girls and two are for real men - and that girls prefer motorbikers. 😀
Ask him who is cooler....
this highly groomed ponce
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You can tell that I'm going to make a great dad. 😀