Kid Kart

[jjcon24]

My son raced kid karts last year and we are wanting to maybe try SIRA out this year. I have two questions. I saw clutches aren't blueprinted, does this go for engine, too, or are blueprinted engines allowed? Also I saw no points for kid karts. Does this mean it is participation only? Or just no season points? We would like to see point standings and podiums for sure!

[Garritt Powell]

Here you go this is straight from our rulebook

General Kid Kart Rules

1. Kart MUST be equipped with two (2) positive-acting throttle-return springs.
a. One spring to be located on the carburetor.
b. Second spring to be located on foot pedal.
2. Seat MUST be a minimum of 12.0''/304.8 mm high.
3. Steering height may be a maximum of 20.0''/508 mm high.
4. Chain guard MUST COMPLETELY cover chain, as viewed from above.
5. ONLY 219 chain, 10-tooth clutch driver and 89-tooth axle gear may be utilized at ALL
tracks, regardless of track size.
6. NO offset karts allowed. Seat MAY NOT be offset beyond outside edge of left frame
rail.
7. Any brand of tire/compound may be used. Tires must be 4.50 x 5 or 4.60 x 5 (front)
and 5.50 x 5 (rear). Maximum rear tire circumference of 33.75''/857.3 mm.
8. Rear bumper must be continuous loop shaped with vertical and angular bracing
connecting upper and lower loop rails. Bumper MUST protect rear tires.
9. Tread width of kart may be:
a. Front – Maximum 40.0''/1016.0 mm; no minimum.
b. Rear – Maximum 42.0''/1066.8 mm; 39.0''/990.6 mm minimum.
1. Measurement is to outside of rim/tire

.KID KART ENGINE RULES –
a. Open to drivers 5-8 years old.
b. No minimum weight.
c. Gas & oil only.
d. Comer C-50 box stock engine, unaltered; 1.8hp; fixed jet carburetor, jet size
#54 thru #58; 0.475''/12.1 mm no-go venturi. All parts “as cast.” Head of 7.5cc
minimum. Liner and aluminum cylinder “as cast.” Piston 1.210''/30.7 mm
minimum from bottom ring. Stock rings with maximum end gap of 0.040''/1.0
mm. Rings cannot fall through cylinder. All measurements are no-go. Timing key
MUST be in place and straight up; no offset or slop.
e. NO metal may be removed to match port opening to aluminum cylinder.
f. Stock, original manufacturer muffler only. Only two (2) holes. Measurements
of 0.110''/2.8 mm (vertical) and 0.475''/12.1 mm (horizontal). Each hole no-go.
g. Air filters are open.
h. Stock Comer clutch with all stock parts, unaltered. No blueprinting allowed.
i. Engine Tech same as 2011 WKA Tech Manual.
j. Tire size: up to 5.50 x 5 / Compound: Open

*Edit* Kid karts will not have a seasonal points standings, yet they do still get trophies at each event.

[Foxy99]

Just wanted to let ya know that we don't do points for kid karts and they all get participation trophies but we do post results and take pictures to post of all kid kart and trophy winners...Yes we do allow blueprinted kid kart motors but do not allow blueprinted clutches..per the rulebook of course..last year my son ran all season and even though we didn't have points he was voted junior driver of the year so you are eligible for special year end awards like most improved,etc.If you have never ran with us I suggest you give it a try there is nothing else like it in karting.

[robert36]

We are plaining to run this year !!. I dont care about points or results <my son can finish last i dont care> . If my son having fun and meeting new friends at the track that means more. I wish they would have some type reward they could hand out at the banquet for the kid's. ps thats alot of travling for some family just to race kid kart's.

[Garritt Powell]

Mar 3, 2011 17:08:41 GMT -5 robert36 said:

We are plaining to run this year !!. I dont care about points or results <my son can finish last i dont care> . If my son having fun and meeting new friends at the track that means more. I wish they would have some type reward they could hand out at the banquet for the kid's. ps thats alot of travling for some family just to race kid kart's.

yeah it is alot of traveling but its alot of fun too. anyways, i look to see you at the track! thanks for the interest

[jamie]

kid kart entry is free again this year....sponsor to be announced at latter date,and yes there will be year end awards for kids karts this year as well.

[dadburgess]

JJcon24 -
Welcome, and thanks for considering where to compete. Our courses are challenging, and you will find that your driver will excell through devlopment with this series. Also a very nice group of racers to spend your time with. Look forward to seeing you at Whiteland!

[robert36]

What has your kid kart count been like at the first two race's ??.

[robert36]

What has your kid kart count been like at the first two race's ??.

[mikeh]

4 at Whiteland and 2 at Terre Haute

[marco]

I want to get my son involved in karting to give him a sport were he's on a level playing field. You see he was born with nerve damage in his right arm so he doesn't have full strength in his right arm so it makes playing ball and stick sports difficult for him. My problem is I know nothing about karting, i.e. setting a kart up, where to get one and how much should i spend on a limited budget. I sure could use some advice.

[mikeh]

Aug 11, 2011 12:03:55 GMT -5 marco said:

I want to get my son involved in karting to give him a sport were he's on a level playing field. You see he was born with nerve damage in his right arm so he doesn't have full strength in his right arm so it makes playing ball and stick sports difficult for him. My problem is I know nothing about karting, i.e. setting a kart up, where to get one and how much should i spend on a limited budget. I sure could use some advice.

My suggestion is to come to one of our next events and talk to some of the racers. All the officers of SIRA would gladly get you pointed in the right direction. You can also contact me on here or at my contact information on the website.

A limited budget is not a problem if you know when and where to look and what you are looking for. Age and ability have alot to do with what you start with.

Mike Hornyak