Users' questions

Will a smaller sprocket Make a Go Kart faster?

Will a smaller sprocket Make a Go Kart faster?

Re-gear Your Go-Kart By re-gearing you can increase the amount of force the engine exerts on the axle, while will make your kart faster. You can do this by either installing a smaller sprocket (smaller in size) or you can install a sprocket that has fewer teeth.

What gear ratio should I use for my go kart?

To determine the gear ratio necessary for your go kart or mini bike you must know the limit of your top speed. When using a clutch to drive your go kart the top speed on flat terrain is 35mph, if the terrain is hilly or the weight of the driver is high the top speed should be 25mph.

What is the best sprocket ratio to make a dirt bike faster?

For more bottom end and faster acceleration, use a small countershaft/front sprocket or large rear sprocket. For every 1 tooth that you change on the front sprocket is like changing 3 to 4 teeth on the rear (and that’s true for higher gearing ratios, too).

What size sprocket do I need for a 12 tooth clutch?

The gear ratio between the clutch sprocket and the drive sprocket should be 1 to 6. For example, if your kart has a 12 tooth clutch sprocket the drive sprocket should have 72 teeth. A 10 tooth clutch sprocket would require a 60 tooth drive sprocket.

Why does my go-kart take off slow?

One of the more common reasons for go-kart acceleration problems is the result of a clogged or damaged carburetor. Therefore, you should check if your carb is running optimally. The carburetor is responsible for mixing a proper air to fuel ratio before the flows into the engine.

How fast will a 5 horsepower go kart go?

A medium weight kart (150lb or so) with a user of 120lb or so going on grass would want a 5hp motor to reach 20mph (approx.)

How can a sprocket increase top speed?

To increase low end power, you should increase size of rear sprocket or decrease size of front sprocket. To increase top speed, you should reduce size of rear sprocket or increase size of front sprocket.