Generally speaking, building your own go-kart will cost you around $400 to $860 depending on whether you are going to buy used or brand new parts.
Things Needed to Build a Go-Kart
- Frame
- Wheels
- Engine
- Brakes
- Seat
- Steering
Building Your Go-Kart
Building a go-kart yourself doesn’t necessarily mean it will cost less than buying a kart, but what it does mean is you get exactly what you want for the money you spend.
Speed of a 250cc Go-Kart
In this category of engine, all karts are classified as superkarts; a high-powered, high-octane series with a unique chassis construction. These karts with a 250cc engine can reach a maximum of 150mph under the right conditions.
Cost of Building a Go-Kart Track
Depending on property values in your area, it could cost up to $80,000 to put a go-kart track together.
Is Karting Safe?
Statistically, kart racing is safer than little league baseball per capita. With full fire suits, gloves, shoes, certified full-face helmets, and neck braces, not only karting but auto racing as a whole is safer now than it has ever been.
Suspension and Steering
The purpose of suspension in a go-kart is to make long trips less bumpy. Shocks are installed in some go-karts, but because you will not be driving your kart over long distances, you may want to avoid installing any suspension.
The most difficult aspect of configuring your vehicle, after the engine, is the steering. The primary function of steering is to maintain all wheels aligned and not pushed away either towards each other. A well-made steering wheel is essential because it directs your vehicle.