Transporting a kart in a passenger vehicle

Mike Wu · Joined: 21 Feb 2009 Posts: 15

Maybe this is a stupid question but I can't find the answer anywhere...

Can a sprint kart fit in any passenger vehicles, like a hatchback, wagon, small SUV?

Does anyone do this? If so, what vehicle?

Thanks.

Gary Sanchez · Posted: Sat Feb 21, 2009 9:29 pm Post subject:

With front and rear wheels off, I had a kart in the back of my Mazda3 with the hatch closed.

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Ihor Bilyy · Posted: Sat Feb 21, 2009 9:30 pm Post subject:

I had my kart transported in GMC Envoy without front bumper, left sidepod/sidebar and tires.
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John Matthews · Posted: Sat Feb 21, 2009 9:40 pm Post subject:

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John Matthews · Posted: Sat Feb 21, 2009 9:42 pm Post subject:

Or:

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Dan Wheeler123 · Posted: Sat Feb 21, 2009 10:04 pm Post subject:

I've been able to transport a full sprint kart in my Celica 7th Gen. That was without nerf bars, wheels, seat disconnected, front & rear bumpers, & exhaust. It also included lots of spares & of course a kart stand.

Edit: All bodywork except Nassau panel were off too but all still in the car.
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Paul Makarucha · Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2009 12:23 am Post subject:

'98 ford explorer. one sidepod off, nose off. no problems.

Also know it will fit in a jeep grand cherokee.

I also fit a small tool box, all gear and fuel.
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Christopher Hill · Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2009 4:58 am Post subject:

Me and a buddy fit 2 karts and all the stuff it takes to race them in a Honda Element. We had to take them both apart quite a bit to fit them in but we made it work. It was pretty fun.

Christopher

al nunley · Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2009 7:21 am Post subject:

Mike Wu · Joined: 21 Feb 2009 Posts: 15

awesome. So what are the dimensions of a kart (whole thing and just the chassis with bodywork and wheels off)? and are different classes chassis (yamaha, tag, shifter, etc.) different sizes?

Paul Montopoli · Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2009 9:39 am Post subject:

I have successfully transported a kart on a roof rack (Saab 9-3 & BMW 3)for a number of years. Most racks hold about 180-200 lbs as the max weight which is where a kart weighs in. My wife or a neighbor will usually help me lift it onto the roof and someone at the track will usually help me get it down. This leaves the trunk available for tools, spares, etc...

I use ratchet type tie-down straps to fasten the kart to the roof rack. With the straps cinched down, the kart does not move a millimeter.
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Blake Choquer · Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2009 12:05 pm Post subject: VW Jetta TDI

I fit a CRG Blackstar/ Rotax in my 2004 Jetta and have a picture to prove it too.I had to take the axle out, but once I was done the trunk was closed and I was on the road.

I also managed to pack a kart stand as well. It took me about 2 hours to figure how to pack everything in. But I got it done.

I think this is by far the most economical way to travel. 1100 km (683 miles) a tank. haha. I could probably drive across the US for under $250.00

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Dan Wheeler123 · Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2009 2:59 pm Post subject:

Mike Wu · Joined: 21 Feb 2009 Posts: 15

wow, now I'm wondering if I can actually fit one in my honda civic. the backseat folds down but the pass through is not that wide. I guess I'll have to do some measuring.

I went to a local kart race once and found everyone towing huge trailers behind huge SUVs. glad to see alternatives.

Dan Wheeler123 · Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2009 7:38 pm Post subject: