They run at up to 11,000 rpm, and are manufactured specifically for karting. There are also more powerful two-stroke engines available from manufacturers like Yamaha, KTM, Biland, or Aixro ( Wankel engine) offering from 15 to 48 hp (11 to 36 kW). They are adequate for racing and fun kart applications. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh (company closed in 2008), Kohler, Robin, and Honda are manufacturers of such engines. Power is transmitted from the engine to the rear axle by way of a chain (some rentals use a belt).įour-stroke engines can be standard air-cooled industrial based engines, sometimes with small modifications, developing from about 5 to 20 hp (4 to 15 kW). ![]() ![]() Traditionally, small two-stroke and four-stroke internal combustion engines are used in motorised go-kart racing. Further information: Kart racing Engines
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