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Below is a complete list of the current classes supported by the VSKC, each class is CAMS accredited and can compete at all three levels of competition: club, state and national.
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250cc International
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The premier Superkarting class. 250cc International class is very similar to the National class, the main difference being, the 250cc Internationals or 'twins' use twin cylinder engines, either from a GP motorcycle or specific Superkart engines, with six speed gearboxes. These engines are very much designed for performance, with power now in excess of 90bhp, these engines are fitted to a longer and wider chassis than other classes. The class features minutely adjustable chassis, four wheel disc brakes, full aerodynamic bodywork. Advanced features, like 'no-lift shift', adjustable brake bias and full data logging are becoming the norm on the front running machines.
Top Speed: 260km/h New Cost: $30,000+
Secondhand Cost: $10,000
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250cc National
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Being Similar to the 'twins' means the 250cc National class is also regarded as a high-performance racing machine. Using single cylinder 250cc water cooled engine, these karts have up to 60bhp with similar chassis and in some cases identical chassis to its bigger brother, this class offers similar cornering and handling characteristics with less engine power. In Victoria racing numbers aren't as high as other classes, but with numbers increasing every year, this class is getting stronger and stronger.
Top Speed: 225km/h New Cost: $25,000+
Secondhand Cost: $8,000 |
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125cc Gearbox
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This is the entry level gearbox kart. They are fitted with a 125cc GP Motorcycle engine, the most popular of which being the Honda RS125, These engines require no modifications, as they are very quick in standard trim, producing over 40bhp, with there 6 speed gearboxes and full aerodynamic bodywork, these little machines are still lightning fast often creeping towards the 200km/h mark. These machines are perfect for the races that wants to enjoy a proper GP engine without the cost and time demands of the larger single and double cylinder machines.
Top Speed: 200km/h New Cost: $20,000+
Secondhand Cost: $6,000
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125cc Rotax Max
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This is the 'entry level' superkart utilizing the FR125 Rotax Max engine, competitors enjoy a controlled class with no engine modifications allowed, allowing each driver to have equal equipment at a reduced cost. This engine does not have a gearbox, instead it utilizes a centrifugal clutch, this means racers concentrate on learning the perfect line and maintaining corner speed to achieve fast lap times. The engine as chassis rules are very similar to those of the AKA, this allows sprint karters to easily setup there kart for superkarting, with only a few slight changes, like gearing and a rain light required. The RotaxMax engine is used in three different classes: Senior Light, Senior Heavy and Junior Max. The Junior class uses a modified version of the senior engine that is not fitted with an engine power valve, this decrease the power making the engine safe for the younger age group. Costs have further been cut by not allowing Superkart fairings to be fitted to the junior karts enabling use on both Sprint and Superkart circuits. For further information on Junior superkarts, GO HERE
Top Speed: 175km/h New Cost: $8,000+
Secondhand Cost: $4,000 Junior: 1.36.4447
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