How much does it cost to start karting?
Total Initial Costs: $2250 to $8,500 will get you on the track with a competitive kart and the safety gear required. Ongoing Costs (Annual): Maintenance: $3500 (this is based off a full engine rebuild, a sprocket & chain per month with wear and tear, 4 brand new sets of tires) If you’re buying a new kart you can’t really go wrong, however you need a slightly larger budget. To give you an idea, a new Bambino Kart will cost you around R 41 580 and a new MAX kart will cost around R161 000, complete and ready to race. A new DD2 should cost around the R 173 000 mark.
Why is karting expensive?
The karts themselves consume fuel or electricity, and the facility needs to be well-lit and ventilated. Staff members are required to manage the front desk, maintain the karts, and ensure the safety of the riders. All these factors contribute to the overall cost of go-karting. Karting is a very challenging sport which requires a considerable physical effort, a lot of concentration, endurance and a good dose of tolerance to pain. Driving a kart is certainly not amongst the most comfortable undertakings one can experience, and aches and injuries are very frequent.Go-karts are not your average vehicles. They are precision-engineered machines designed for speed, safety, and durability. High-performance engines, specialized tires, and advanced braking systems all come at a cost. Additionally, regular maintenance is crucial to ensure safety and optimal performance.
How expensive is a kart?
The price of a kart varies depending on the class, age, manufacturer, spec and engine type. Depending on your chosen class a brand new engine and all the ancillaries cost anywhere from £800-£3500. A brand new mini/junior/Senior setup including chassis and engine will cost around £6000. Prices range from £230 for used kids’ karts to £12,000 for competitive models.