KA's Get Started in Karting Vidoes
| 21 February 2017 |
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Karting Australia has published an updated set of "Get Started In Karting" videos. The videos are designed to assist newcomers gain an understanding of the basics of kart racing.
The 16 videos (see list below) explain a variety of aspects of the sport, from purchasing a secondhand kart through required tools & safety equipment to basic maintenance & kart setup.
They are ideal viewing for the beginner or those looking at getting into the sport. If you have friends or relatives that might want to start karting, or have just bought a kart and want to learn a bit about it, point them to these videos!
Unfortunately, none of the videos address how to start out in the sport - ie, the steps involved in joining a club, acquiring a licence or how to "try before you buy" to sample a race kart prior to spending cash on equipment.
“When you’re first starting in the sport of karting it can be a very daunting thought to understand all of the idiosyncrasies of the sport. These videos have been designed to assist in breaking down the barriers for the newcomers,” said Karting Australia Chief Executive Officer Kelvin O’Reilly said in a KA statement.
“Hosted by one of the most experience people we have in our sport, Troy Hunt, the videos provide a great overview of what you require to go racing along with a lot of other aspects.
“They’re not designed to be overly technical, they cover the basic principals of our sport to get people started and on track with a minimum of fuss.”
- The videos can be viewed on the KA website HERE, or in the list below.
GET STARTED IN KARTING VIDEOS
1 – Assessing a chassis
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain what to assess when looking to purchase your first chassis. View video
2 – Safety Equipment
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we discuss the safety equipment required. View video
3 – Tools Required
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain the tools you require. View video
4 – Mixing Fuel
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain how to mix fuel for your kart. View video
5 – Priming and starting the engine
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain how to prime and start your engine View video
6 – Lead Weights
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain where to place lead weights on your kart View video
7 – Chain and Sprocket Alignment
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain how to correctly align and set your chain and sprocket View video
8 – Tyre Pressure
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we look at the tyre pressures used in karting View video
9 – Seat Position
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain how to set your seat position View video
10 – Throttle position
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain how to ensure your throttle position is set correctly View video
11 – Front Track Width
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain how to set the front track width on your kart View video
12 – Rear Track Width
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain about setting your rear track width View video
13 – Rear Wheel Hubs
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain the difference in rear hubs View video
14 – Chassis Ride Height
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we explain how to adjust the height of your chassis. View video
15 – Wheel Alignment
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we discuss the the details in a front end wheel alignment View video
16 – General Maintenance
In this Karting Australia Get Started in Karting video we discuss the general maintenance required in between events View video
