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How many teeth should a go-kart sprocket have?
Generally, the front sprocket will have 11 or 12 teeth for Rotax engines and between 10 and 12 teeth for IAME ones.
What size sprocket do I need for my go-kart?
To determine a clutch sprocket teeth number from a given gear ratio with a given rear axle sprocket teeth number, simply divide the rear axle sprocket teeth number by the first number in the ratio (ie: 60 divided by 5 = 12) to give 12T.
What’s better a torque converter or centrifugal clutch?
The Centrifugal clutch is ideal for high-speed Go-karts with small wheels on flat tracks. Or to put it more technically, Torque converters are useful when you require more torque (for example: driving uphill) and will give a better take-off.
Should I put a torque converter on my go-kart?
If you’re looking for the short answer, it depends on your driving habits and the purpose of your go-kart. Torque converters are great for lower end torque, as they have the ability to adjust the gear ratio depending on the engine’s RPM. This makes it ideal for heavier or off-road go-karts.
Which is faster torque converter or clutch?
They perform better at lower speeds and are ideal for stop-and-go situations. This is because off-road go-karts are sometimes required to climb uneven terrain at lower speeds. Clutches on the other hand are snappier and perform better at high speeds.
What kind of clutch do I need for a go kart?
The American Classic ‘SS’ (Six Shoe) Max-Torque Centrifugal Clutch – The ‘SS’ is the most popular style centrifugal clutch used by American Go Kart Manufacturers since it’s introduction in 1970. It has a broached 3/16″ keyway with two set screw holes located 90 degrees apart, tapped 1/4″-28. Recommended key length 1/2″.
When to replace the clutch chain on a go kart?
If the chain gets kinky from lack of oil it should be replaced before it damages the clutch sprocket. A new chain is cheaper than a new clutch. The clutch is an automatic transmission that is activated by the increased rpm of the engine. The clutch should not engage when the kart is at idle.
What size chain does a 10 tooth clutch use?
The 10 Tooth Clutch uses 40, 41, 420 Chain. Max-Lube Clutches were developed in conjunction with Chuck Brister, a major kart manufacturer here in Louisiana, to address one of the most frequent problems with fun karts – lubrication of the clutch bushing.
What size sprocket do I need for a go kart?
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. Tires with a diameter exceeding 15 inches tall should not be used.