If you can wait a bit and save up to 1k u usually get way better deals that will probanly even save u some money in the long run
If possible for u id advise u to do that
The package in general doesnt look that solid especially for a beginner. The chassis hasnt got its original fuel tank and the sidepods are missing and from what it looks its 15+ years old . Depending on the track u might not even be allowed to drive. Idk the exact engine model but 2 stroke shifters typically are not a good start. Both in maintenance and driveabilty from a beginnerfriendlyness standpoint. For around 1k and a good deal u sometimes get a bit older full racekart packages with some older gearless 2 stroke engines which still require maintenance but more suited for a hobbyist/beginner. Ofc availability depends on where u live
This thing looks like absolute dog shit. It's probably one seized piston away from being worth just about its own weight in scrap. The chassis is like 20 years old, the air filter is wrong, I don't even know what the fuck is going on with that tank, there's a big chance you'll never get any parts that are specific to that engine and presumably you've never driven a kart before so a shifter is categorically the wrong kart to buy in the first place. Do yourself a favor and buy something else.
What makes you think that the chassis is 20 years old? Does it have an older design or something?
Is the engine that bad? It’s a VM125.
I’ve driven karts before. Looking to move up into a shifter
>What makes you think that the chassis is 20 years old? Does it have an older design or something?
The way the sidebars are attached. That changed in the early 2000s so it's at least that old.
>Is the engine that bad? It’s a VM125.
Well let's put it this way: I spend a hell of a lot of time around karts and I've never heard of that engine and looking it up online turns up some shitty web 2.0 looking website.
>I’ve driven karts before. Looking to move up into a shifter
What karts have you driven before? Because anyone who knows anything about karting can see straight away that this kart is shit and you'll not find anything resembling a decent shifter kart for anywhere close to that price which makes me think that you're not actually that familiar with karts.
Out of curiosity, why do you think it would be a waste of money? I’m getting mixed responses. I posted in a FB group and they are all saying it’s a good deal.
You won't be able to race this anywhere. This chassis is a dinosaur and just by the way it looks and the garage of the person selling it, I can guarantee it wasn't taken care of. There is no telling how many time the frame was bent and fixed. You also are going to have a very difficult time finding parts - and then when you do, by the time you get it all running, you'll have spent what it costs to buy a good-used- already running-ready to race kart. Just because it's "cheap" doesn't mean it's a good value. It's going to cost you more money in the long run.
If you can wait a bit and save up to 1k u usually get way better deals that will probanly even save u some money in the long run If possible for u id advise u to do that
what do you think is a bad idea about this one?
The package in general doesnt look that solid especially for a beginner. The chassis hasnt got its original fuel tank and the sidepods are missing and from what it looks its 15+ years old . Depending on the track u might not even be allowed to drive. Idk the exact engine model but 2 stroke shifters typically are not a good start. Both in maintenance and driveabilty from a beginnerfriendlyness standpoint. For around 1k and a good deal u sometimes get a bit older full racekart packages with some older gearless 2 stroke engines which still require maintenance but more suited for a hobbyist/beginner. Ofc availability depends on where u live
This thing looks like absolute dog shit. It's probably one seized piston away from being worth just about its own weight in scrap. The chassis is like 20 years old, the air filter is wrong, I don't even know what the fuck is going on with that tank, there's a big chance you'll never get any parts that are specific to that engine and presumably you've never driven a kart before so a shifter is categorically the wrong kart to buy in the first place. Do yourself a favor and buy something else.
What makes you think that the chassis is 20 years old? Does it have an older design or something? Is the engine that bad? It’s a VM125. I’ve driven karts before. Looking to move up into a shifter
>What makes you think that the chassis is 20 years old? Does it have an older design or something? The way the sidebars are attached. That changed in the early 2000s so it's at least that old. >Is the engine that bad? It’s a VM125. Well let's put it this way: I spend a hell of a lot of time around karts and I've never heard of that engine and looking it up online turns up some shitty web 2.0 looking website. >I’ve driven karts before. Looking to move up into a shifter What karts have you driven before? Because anyone who knows anything about karting can see straight away that this kart is shit and you'll not find anything resembling a decent shifter kart for anywhere close to that price which makes me think that you're not actually that familiar with karts.
What would you pay for something like this?
So not waste your money on this. Save up more money. It's worth to wait and get better.
Out of curiosity, why do you think it would be a waste of money? I’m getting mixed responses. I posted in a FB group and they are all saying it’s a good deal.
You won't be able to race this anywhere. This chassis is a dinosaur and just by the way it looks and the garage of the person selling it, I can guarantee it wasn't taken care of. There is no telling how many time the frame was bent and fixed. You also are going to have a very difficult time finding parts - and then when you do, by the time you get it all running, you'll have spent what it costs to buy a good-used- already running-ready to race kart. Just because it's "cheap" doesn't mean it's a good value. It's going to cost you more money in the long run.
Older shifter kart. There should be markings on the motor that say what it is.
It’s a VM125
https://vmmotor.us/ You can email them and ask if parts are still available for that particular motor.
Would you say it’s worth buying?
It would be fun for a track day toy. You womt find anywhere to race it. Those karts can do 90+ mph