How can I make my Honda go-kart faster?

Here are 9 ways to make your go-kart faster:

  1. Upgrade Your Go-Kart.
  2. Optimize Your Carburetor.
  3. Install a Supercharger or Turbocharger.
  4. Re-gear Your Go-Kart.
  5. Make Your Go-Kart More Lightweight.
  6. Remove the Speed Governor.
  7. Change to Larger Go-Kart Tires.
  8. Add Isopropyl Alcohol to Your Fuel.

What engines do go-karts use?

Engines. Traditionally, small two-stroke and four-stroke internal combustion engines are used in motorised go-kart racing. Power is transmitted from the engine to the rear axle by way of a chain (some rentals use a belt).

What is the best engine to put on a go-kart?

1. Tillotson 212cc Engine. The Tillotson 212cc is the best go-kart racing engine on the market, as it features the greatest cost-to-performance ratio and is equipped with a lot of high-quality features. It’s a 4-stroke overhead valve engine that has a maximum output of more than 9+ hp at 3,600 rpm.

Can you turbo a go-kart engine?

You can put a turbo on a go-kart. The engine capacity you have in the go-kart will determine the size of the turbo you can install. You can attempt to install it yourself by following the instruction manual accompanied by the turbocharger. Certain other adjustments might need to be made to the engine as well.

How fast does a 301 Predator engine go?

Product Description

Name 8 HP (301cc) OHV Horizontal Shaft Gas Engine EPA/CARB
Speed (max) 3600 RPM
Maximum Torque (ft. – lbs.) 14.9 ft. lbs.
Mounting pattern 195.5 L x 82.5 W – 96 H mm; 7.7 L x 3.25 W – 3.78 H in.
Mounting type Horizontal

How fast does a 212cc engine go?

The top speed of your go-kart with a predator 212 engine will be 20-30 mph, the exact top speed will depend on the drive wheel’s diameter, gear ratio, and the engine’s rpm (3600 for a Predator 212).

What is the best sprocket ratio for a go kart?

2. Gear Ratio Chart

Sprocket 8 10
50 6.25 5.00
51 6.38 5.10
52 6.50 5.20
53 6.63 5.30