It can be quite confusing, but we're listing some of the most popular ones here with descriptions that will hopefully help you decide which class is best for you.
Karting has a very wide variety of classes based on different engine types. Different gearing is used and it's not uncommon for the shifter karts to hit speeds in the 120 mph range.
We teach novice drivers of all ages how to be safe and enjoy the sport. New to the sport, or have kids that are interested in racing, but have no experience? Contact us for training & coaching. In 20 we saw this class expand to some other SKUSA events. We expect this class will grow, but it remains mostly a "Local Option" class that is under review. 45 years and older: The Super Masters class is a fairly new class, started by SKUSA in 2015.Larger kids (16 & older) who exceed the weight minimums in their class are sometimes allowed to race in the Masters class. A higher weight minimum is used and there are light divisions as well as heavy divisions, so larger frame drivers can be competitive. 32 years and older: The Masters class is well attended and some of the funnest racing.Minimum weight requirements are higher, and speeds often exceed 70 mph on sprint tracks. There are 2-stroke classes such as TaG, ROK, and Rotax, or 4-cycle classes such as World Formula, and LO206. 15 years and older: Similar to the Junior class but without the restricted exhaust.Speeds are generally in the 65 mph range on sprint tracks. TaG engines have a restrictor in the exhaust (which can be simply be removed to move up to the Senior class), and Rotax JrMax engines use a different cylinder sleeve. At the club level, 4-cycle classes such as LO206 Jr II are also offered for entry level drivers and tight budgets.
This is a very fun class that uses a full size kart, along with a 125cc 2-stroke engine, in TaG, ROK, and Rotax.
The Rotax series uses the MicroMax engine configuration for 8-10 year olds, and the MiniMax engine configuration for 10-13 year olds. In addition, there is a 4-stroke Junior class - the Jr I Briggs & Stratton LO206 - for this age group.
Karting is a great family sport and is a fun way for all ages to go racing. We are located in the Pacific Northwest (Canby, Oregon near Pat's Acres Racing Complex). In this article we cover age groups, karting classes or divisions, safety, and list of equipment needed to get started. Getting started in kart racing, beginner's guide - WORD Racingīeginner's Guide to Getting Started in Kart Racing