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2A Bourbon Hound 2024
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Looking for recommendations...
My boys are clamoring for a go kart. I had one as a kid and had a blast, so they've hit me in a soft spot to shell out some cash!
I'm not an engine tinker-er like dad was, so I need something reliable and doesn't need a bunch of fussing with. I can change spark plugs and oil, but when it comes to rebuilding carbs and having to pull out a screwdriver and fuss with it just to get an afternoon ride in, I lose PATIENCE (caps for @BigWaylon ). I'm also not looking to train my boys to be future baja drivers. Just something that has enough power to move their large frame bodies through the woods on a semi-improved trail.
I'd like to stay under $1,000 and I'm not afraid of buying used. I'd be willing to pay more for something good quality. When I Google go karts, I see a bunch of no-name stuff from China--surprise surprise.
Before anyone suggests it, my property isn't quite large enough to warrant a SxS or other UTV--as much as I'd like one. I've got 2 acres mostly wooded that I can cut some paths through.
I'm looking at sites like this one: https://gokartsusa.com/Mid-Sized-Go-Karts.aspx
Any suggestions?
My boys are clamoring for a go kart. I had one as a kid and had a blast, so they've hit me in a soft spot to shell out some cash!
I'm not an engine tinker-er like dad was, so I need something reliable and doesn't need a bunch of fussing with. I can change spark plugs and oil, but when it comes to rebuilding carbs and having to pull out a screwdriver and fuss with it just to get an afternoon ride in, I lose PATIENCE (caps for @BigWaylon ). I'm also not looking to train my boys to be future baja drivers. Just something that has enough power to move their large frame bodies through the woods on a semi-improved trail.
I'd like to stay under $1,000 and I'm not afraid of buying used. I'd be willing to pay more for something good quality. When I Google go karts, I see a bunch of no-name stuff from China--surprise surprise.
Before anyone suggests it, my property isn't quite large enough to warrant a SxS or other UTV--as much as I'd like one. I've got 2 acres mostly wooded that I can cut some paths through.
I'm looking at sites like this one: https://gokartsusa.com/Mid-Sized-Go-Karts.aspx
Any suggestions?
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