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		<description><![CDATA[Kiwi News: Rotax Series Kicks Off with Trans-Tasman Challenge This Weekend &#160; 2012 Right Karts KartStars Rotax Max Challenge of New Zealand is defending Lights class Challenge winner Daniel Kinsman (Photo: Fast Company &#8211; Graham Hughes) New Zealand&#8217;s top Rotax Max category karters get another chance to gauge their form against their counterparts from across the Tasman at the opening round of this years&#8217; Right Karts KartStars Rotax Max Challenge of New Zealand in Palmerston North on Saturday. Round organiser [...]]]></description>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19952" rel="external">Kiwi News: Rotax Series Kicks Off with Trans-Tasman Challenge This Weekend</a>
<div>&nbsp; 2012 Right Karts KartStars Rotax Max Challenge of New Zealand is defending Lights class Challenge winner Daniel Kinsman<br />
(Photo: Fast Company &#8211; Graham Hughes)<br />
New Zealand&#8217;s top Rotax Max category karters get another chance to gauge their form against their counterparts from across the Tasman at the opening round of this years&#8217; Right Karts KartStars Rotax Max Challenge of New Zealand in Palmerston North on Saturday. </p>
<p>Round organiser KartSport Manawatu has invited four Australians to  &#8230;</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19942" rel="external">17th Annual Winter Cup of Lonato Set for This Weekend</a>
<div>&nbsp; Start in KZ2 during last year&#8217;s Winter Cup<br />
The great show of international karting starts this weekend with the 17th edition of the Winter Cup, in schedule from 17th to 19th February on the South Garda Karting track of Lonato (Brescia &#8211; Italy).</p>
<p>There are nearly 290 entrants in the three categories; KZ2, KF2 e KF3. The race is literally &#8220;sold out&#8221; and the event is going to be one of the most followed at world level. All the major official constructors and the top drivers are ready to  &#8230;</p></div>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:02:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[American Tech Official John Motley Visits Rok Technical Workshop in Italy &#160; Members at the Rok Technical Workshop The cold cold weather did not prevent the traditional Technical Workshop 2012 to take place. On February 4th, the workshop in the tenth year of age of the Rok Cup was held in the very new Vortex factory headquarters, in Pavia (Italy), a great location. The technical meeting 2012 hosted international fellows, other than the CSAI technical representative, the Manager of the [...]]]></description>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19900" rel="external">American Tech Official John Motley Visits Rok Technical Workshop in Italy</a>
<div>&nbsp; Members at the Rok Technical Workshop<br />
The cold cold weather did not prevent the traditional Technical Workshop 2012 to take place. On February 4th, the workshop in the tenth year of age of the Rok Cup was held in  the very new Vortex factory headquarters, in Pavia (Italy), a great location. </p>
<p>The technical meeting 2012 hosted international fellows, other than the CSAI technical representative, the Manager of the Polish championship, Mr. Oscik and the PZM Technical representative of  &#8230;</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19890" rel="external">Asia News: Rotax Max Challenge Asia Launches RotaxAsia.com</a>
<div>The Rotax Max Challenge Asia organisers are proud to announce the launch of its new website, RotaxAsia.com. The purpose of the new website is to provide current and prospective competitors with all the information on one easy to remember domain.</p>
<p>&#8220;The new website is a substantial improvement over our previous one which was located on a difficult to remember address. The new design allows us to update it much easier making for for faster and more frequent updates,&#8221; added Rotax Max Challenge  &#8230;</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19871" rel="external">UK News: British Historic Karting Club to Introduce the Martin Hines Trophy at the Donington &#8230;</a>
<div>&nbsp; Martin Hines Celebration at the 2011 Donington Masters Historic Festival<br />
(Photo: Nick Purdie)<br />
The burgeoning Historic Karting scene will witness perhaps the most significant event of its kind anywhere in the world next May when kart racers from across the globe meet at Donington Park to compete for the inaugural Martin Hines Trophy at the Donington Historic Festival.</p>
<p>The event, open to Class I Direct Drive and Class IV Gearbox karts built between 1959 and 1982 that are powered by  &#8230;</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19858" rel="external">WSK Postpones Pre-Season Test at La Conca</a>
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The WSK collective test session in La Conca will have a new date. Due to the bad weather forecast for the coming weekend in Southern Italy, WSK Promotion informs that the session of collective test scheduled at La Conca International Circuit from 3 to 5 of February 2012 is postponed.</p>
<p>2012 race calendar is anyway confirmed and the new date for the pre-season tests will be fixed and announced soon.</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19854" rel="external">17th Annual South Garda Winter Cup Sold Out</a>
<div>The 17th edition of the Winter Cup begins with a &#8220;sold out&#8221;: entrants are no longer accepted in any of the three categories. There are 288 drivers ready to get onto the track of the South Garda Karting of Lonato, that is the maximum number allowed: there are 108 drivers in KF2, 108 in KF3 and 72 in KZ2. But the most striking figure is that of the drivers who applied for the race: 360, a veritable record number! So, the first appointment of the season, which traditionally begins with the Winter  &#8230;</div>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19857" rel="external">Aussie News: Grant Claims a Record Fifth Trophy at CIK Kart Meeting</a>
<div>&nbsp; 2012 CIK Trophy of New Zealand KZ2 winner Ryan Grant<br />
(Photo: Fast Company &#8211; Andre Elliot)<br />
Aucklander Ryan Grant has claimed New Zealand&#8217;s premier international kart prize for a record fifth year after a dominant performance in the blue riband KZ2 class at the annual Mi Sedaap instant noodles-sponsored CIK Trophy of New Zealand meeting in Wellington over the weekend.</p>
<p>Though he was pipped for pole position in qualifying by 2010 KZ2 class CIK Trophy winner Daniel Bray, Grant was in a  &#8230;</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19848" rel="external">Kiwi News: Karter Converge on Wellington for Annual CIK International Meeting</a>
<div>&nbsp; 2011 CIK Trophy of New Zealand KZ2 class title winner Karl Wilson leading Richard Moore, defending title holder Daniel Bray and William Thomason late in last year&#8217;s final<br />
(Photo: Fast Company-Andre Elliot)<br />
Top karters from New Zealand and Australia will be in Wellington this weekend contesting the Mi Sedaap instant noodles-sponsored CIK Trophy of New Zealand meeting.</p>
<p>The meeting is sanctioned by the international governing body of KartSport, the CIK, and as such carries the same  &#8230;</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19824" rel="external">Hillspeed Debuts Formula Kart Stars Grand Prize</a>
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Formula Kart Stars have joined forces with one of the most successful junior formulae teams in Britain, Hillspeed, to create a new scholarship award in 2012.</p>
<p>The Formula One Management backed Championship, the only karting championship in the world to enjoy continued support from Bernie Ecclestone and Lewis Hamilton, will nominate one eligible driver in each of the 12 rounds that comprise the 2012 Formula Kart Stars Championship to attend an exclusive FKS shootout with Hillspeed at  &#8230;</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://ekartingnews.com/news_info.php?n=19814" rel="external">Formula Kart Stars at Autosport International</a>
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The four-day Autosport International Show at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham traditionally signals the start of the motorsport season and for the Formula Kart Stars Championship it signals both the end AND the beginning as the 2011 Champions are crowned in the official championship presentation and the 2012 season is launched amidst a flurry of star names and fantastic new prize announcements.</p>
<p>Heading into its 17th year of competition the Formula One Management backed  &#8230;</p></div>
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		<title>The Amazing Kazuma Go Kart</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Amazing Kazuma Go Kart Kazuma Go Karts are among the leading manufacturers of affordable fun, family go karting in the world. They supply a top of the line product that is easy to maintain and looks fantastic too. Kazuma Go Karts are built to the very tough and durable and are meant to maintain sufficient beating around by kids and adults alike. Also, and this is the best part about these go Karts is that they are not only [...]]]></description>
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<h1>The Amazing Kazuma Go Kart</h1>
<p>Kazuma Go Karts are among the leading manufacturers of affordable fun, family go karting in the world. They supply a top of the line product that is easy to maintain and looks fantastic too. Kazuma Go Karts are built to the very tough and durable and are meant to maintain sufficient beating around by kids and adults alike. Also, and this is the best part about these go Karts is that they are not only willing, but they do ship one unit unlike a lot of companies who won&#8217;t ship anything unless it&#8217;s bought in a certain quantity. If you cannot get to one of these dealerships, you can click online and have one delivered to your area.<br />
All About Kazuma<br />
These Go Karts can be found at any major dealer of ATV and related products anywhere in the United States. It with reliability of product and company charisma that make this great brand a top of the line manufacturer of go karts and offer a warranty against quality workmanship defects for six months from the time you purchase your new toy. It states that the company will cover part only for replacements sakes and not for normal wear and tear of parts.<br />
This must mean if you do excessive riding in the six months and something wears out that its you&#8217;re onus to replace it with the cost coming out of your pocket and not Kazuma Go Karts. Likewise, a negligent rider that runs into a wall will not be covered under the Kazuma warranty. As an endnote on the warranty is that they don&#8217;t cover labour costs so figure in to your pocket expenses with warranty of Kazuma Go Karts, the labour involved to fix your ATV.<br />
Kazuma Go Karts<br />
Their Go Karts come in all sorts of different shapes and sizes available in every colour under the rainbow. All Kazuma Go Karts are four stroke engines with an electric start as well as the Kazuma Go Karts have taken the liberty to install safety features to protect the dangers associated with go karts and children. The prices are fantastic and very well priced in comparison to like companies and the added feature of becoming a Kazuma supplier is always an option to your pre-existing business. You could not only be riding around on Kazuma Go Karts, you could be selling them!<br />
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		<title>All The Amazing Secrets About Emmick Go Karts!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[All The Amazing Secrets About Emmick Go Karts! Everyone loves to go for a ride on a go-kart but when speaking of really going for a ride, you haven&#8217;t at all until you&#8217;ve experienced one on the Emmick Go Kart. These kart manufacturers have been in business for thirty-five years and have any specialist you may need to consult for your go-kart needs. If custom-built parts are your problem or you want to take a course in go kart racing, [...]]]></description>
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<h1>All The Amazing Secrets About Emmick Go Karts!</h1>
<p>Everyone loves to go for a ride on a go-kart but when speaking of really going for a ride, you haven&#8217;t at all until you&#8217;ve experienced one on the Emmick Go Kart. These kart manufacturers have been in business for thirty-five years and have any specialist you may need to consult for your go-kart needs.<br />
If custom-built parts are your problem or you want to take a course in go kart racing, these guys should be your first stop. They have over 35 years of go karting experience and offer customer service that is second to none. It could be that you are an enthusiast and not actually a go kart racer and you just like to peruse, that is what this company does is provide information and up to date products for you.<br />
Emmick Go Karts, Just a Click Away<br />
That&#8217;s right, just point and click and it can be that easy to have a Go Karts specialists at your fingertips, in your home assisting you with any go kart related issue you may have. Emmick Go Karts is the leading on-line supplier and manufacturer of go-karts and go-kart parts both new and old. They have every accessory you can possibly think of that functions well with a go-kart. Their website is so nicely constructed and easily navigated that it is a surfing pleasure for every user.<br />
They are reasonably priced and quite honestly, are priced quite competitively compared to other go-kart companies. For the quality and the product you receive for the money, Emmick Go Karts is definitely a top supplier.<br />
Where is Emmick Go Karts Located?<br />
Unfortunately at present, Emmick Go Karts has only a physical presence in the United States so if you are an Emmick Go Karts fan from overseas, you&#8217;re going to have to be willing to pay a hefty price for shipping and handling. They are located in Sacramento, California and are open Monday to Sunday. Click on the Emmick Go Karts website for specific hours of operation.<br />
Emmick Go Karts offers a guarantee with every product that they manufacture and sell as the customer satisfaction and customer service is of the utmost importance to these guys. That&#8217;s quite a difference in today&#8217;s society and much worth your time to check them out for your go-kart needs.<br />
If you are still considering whether or not you need to go out and buy a go kart, then all you need to do is go down to the local track and ask the experts there some questions.<br />
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<p>If you want to learn more about Go Karts please visit our site which is free to the public. You&#8217;ll find the best tips on everything to do with Go Karts &#8211; http://www.gokartsmadeeasy.com</p></div>
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		<title>East Side Kart Specials</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Feb 2012 09:27:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Latest Parts in Stock Kart Master Parts from the U.S.A. Rotax Engine Sprockets &#8211; $40 Axle Sprockets 7076-T6 Grade Alloy &#8211; $25 Tie Robs &#8211; $15 Chains Gold on Gold 120 link &#8211; $40 (good quality) http://www.eastsidekartcentre.com.au/latestnews.htm]]></description>
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<p align="left"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Kart Master Parts from the U.S.A.</strong></span></span></p>
<p align="left"><span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Rotax Engine Sprockets &#8211; $40 </strong> </span></p>
<p align="left"><span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Axle Sprockets 7076-T6 Grade Alloy &#8211; $25</strong></span></p>
<p align="left"><span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Tie Robs &#8211; $15</strong></span></p>
<p align="left"><span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Chains Gold on Gold 120 link &#8211; $40 (good quality)</strong></span></p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://www.eastsidekartcentre.com.au/latestnews.htm">http://www.eastsidekartcentre.com.au/latestnews.htm</a></p>
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		<title>Shockwave Australia &#8211; Flag Marshal Light System</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Feb 2012 09:19:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Shockwave Australia has developed a system which makes flag marshalling considerably easier and now, affordable. This system offers you a much faster response and better control over your race meeting. A system that is wireless, demands no expensive cabling, is easily extended and configured to your requirements. A flexible design and the use of &#8220;Smart&#8221; technology to keep individual flag and overall system cost to a minimum. Additional flags may be added retrospectively to the system to accommodate ongoing circuit developments and therefore [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Shockwave Australia has developed a system which makes flag marshalling considerably easier and now, affordable.</p>
<p>This system offers you a much faster response and better control over your race meeting.<br />
A system that is wireless, demands no expensive cabling, is easily extended and configured to your requirements.<br />
A flexible design and the use of &#8220;Smart&#8221; technology to keep individual flag and overall system cost to a minimum.</p>
<p>Additional flags may be added retrospectively to the system to accommodate ongoing circuit developments and</p>
<p>therefore total flexibility is guaranteed.</p>
<p><strong> Main Feature and benefits:</strong><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br />
</span><strong> (i) Flag Light.</strong><br />
</strong>Four LED light cores, 200mm (or 300mm if needed) &#8211; Red, Yellow, Green and Blue.<br />
Excellent visibility in all weather conditions due to it&#8217;s high intensity LED.<br />
3.5 to 15km signal range (utilising Shockwave Australia developed network &#8220; ShockNET&#8221;).</p>
<p><strong> (ii) Touch Screen.</strong><strong><br />
</strong>Semi-rugged Tablet PC.<br />
10.4&#8243; XGA LED panel, AFFS+ transflective-LCD, high brightness 300 cd/m2.<br />
IP54-certified, 3ft/90cm drop rating.<br />
Hot swap, high capacity Li-ion battery.<br />
Hand strap and carry bag.</p>
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<p><strong> (iii) Application &#8220;Flag Marshal Control Centre&#8221;.</strong><strong><br />
</strong> Shockwave Australia&#8217;s own developed software &#8211; Free when purchasing a system.<br />
Individual and global flag controls, including marshal override function.<br />
Individual flag status display.<br />
Automatic  timed sequence for Carby Session.<br />
Easy and intuitive command console.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.shockwaveaustralia.com/" target="_blank">http://www.shockwaveaustralia.com/</a><a href="http://karthelp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Flag-Marshal-Light-System-Brochure.jpg"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-260" title="Flag Marshal Light System Brochure" src="http://karthelp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Flag-Marshal-Light-System-Brochure.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="350" /></a></p>
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		<title>How to Start Go-Karting, This is your guide on how to start!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[How to Start Go Karting! How to start go-karting? Well, if you are visiting this page it’s probably because you’ve just returned from a day at the track watching some go kart racing and just have to find out how to get started. Well, the good news is you’re definitely at the right place. Karting Arrive and Drive A great way to start go-karting is to try driving in an arrive and drive program near you. Arrive and drive is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>How to Start Go Karting!</strong><br />
How to start go-karting? Well, if you are visiting this page it’s probably because you’ve just returned from a day at the track watching some go kart racing and just have to find out how to get started. Well, the good news is you’re definitely at the right place.<br />
<strong>Karting Arrive and Drive</strong><br />
A great way to start go-karting is to try driving in an arrive and drive program near you. Arrive and drive is basically what it sounds like. You arrive, pay a fee, and drive a 4 cycle go kart with others to get a taste of competitive racing. This is a great way to get a feel of the kart before you invest in purchasing your own. Most arrive and drive programs will offer to provide you with most of the safety equipment needed to race (helmet, neck guard, etc.), but be sure to double check. Overall, arrive and drive programs are a great way to get a feel of go karting or just have a great time with friends and family if you’re ready for a little more speed than those kiddie go karts.<br />
Buying your first 4 stroke go-kart<br />
Used – There are some important things to consider when purchasing a used go kart. First of all, it is a good idea to do some research. The last thing you want to do is jump into a purchase that you think is a great deal and find out that you’ve wasted your money on an old worn out chassis or engine. Take your time and consider how much you are willing to spend on a used kart. Generally, you can expect to spend between 800-1500+ dollars for a rolling chassis. A rolling chassis includes the chassis, axle, rims, and sometimes a gas tank and other various parts depending on the package. The price is dependant usually on the brand of chassis and the age. Generally, you can expect to spend between 1000-2500+ dollars for a race ready go kart. A race ready go kart includes everything listed above plus an engine. The price is again dependant on the age of the go kart, type of chassis and age/type of the engine (junior, senior). Basically, look and around through some local classifieds on line and try to find a great deal. Make sure you ask the right questions when you go to purchase your used go kart. Some general questions you might consider are…<br />
• Has this chassis ever been in a major accident causing bending<br />
• Has this axel ever been bent or dented<br />
• How often is the engine refreshed by the engine builder<br />
• What parts and equipment are included<br />
• What type of oil was run through the engine previously<br />
Hopefully this has given you some helpful hints to consider when looking to purchase a used go kart for competitive use.</p>
<p>To read the full article please visit <a title="Start Go Karting" href="http://www.go-kart-source.com/start-go-karting.html" target="_blank">http://www.go-kart-source.com/start-go-karting.html</a></p>
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		<title>Australian Clubman Competitors: Yamaha KT-100SE engine regulation update</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:30:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Australian Karting Association (AKA) and Yamaha Motor Australia would like to advise all competitors in the Clubman categories of the following important information. Due to a change in the manufacturing process of some Yamaha KT-100SE engines, these products have been found to have been delivered to Australian consumers with grinding marks on the inlet port.  These marks could deem your engine illegal for use in AKA competition. If you have recently purchased a Yamaha KT-100SE it is strongly advised [...]]]></description>
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<p>The Australian Karting Association (AKA) and Yamaha Motor Australia would like to advise all competitors in the Clubman categories of the following important information.</p>
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<p>Due to a change in the manufacturing process of some Yamaha KT-100SE engines, these products have been found to have been delivered to Australian consumers with grinding marks on the inlet port.  These marks could deem your engine illegal for use in AKA competition.<br />
If you have recently purchased a Yamaha KT-100SE it is strongly advised that you inspect the engine, or have a representative from the place of purchase inspect your engine, to ensure it complies to the current regulations.<br />
Should you be concerned with the condition of your engine, you or your engine builder should contact Yamaha Motor Australia’s National Power Products Sales &amp; Marketing Manager Adam Wolfenden on 03 9703 5427.<br />
The AKA and Yamaha Motor Australia are working with the factory to resolve the situation and will notify competitors in the near future of the actions that will be put in place to remedy the situation.</p>
<p>More information can be found at: <a title="IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION FOR CLUBMAN COMPETITORS" href="http://karting.net.au/iem/display.php?M=9658&amp;C=72bfcb54a0017d33c6c8ff877bcd72cc&amp;S=597&amp;L=132&amp;N=316" target="_blank">http://karting.net.au/iem/display.php?M=9658&amp;C=72bfcb54a0017d33c6c8ff877bcd72cc&amp;S=597&amp;L=132&amp;N=316</a></p>
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		<title>Kart Driving Tips</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:13:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If karting is your passion, the following guidelines are sure to strengthen your driving skills and help make you a winner. This article on karting will cover handling the steering wheel, establishing the right posture and chassis setup. Use your depth perception and keen awareness to hit the right spots and maneuver your kart to the lead. &#160; source: http://aboutkarting.com/drivingtips.html By depth perception and awareness we mean plotting out the track ahead of you. Do not pay as much attention [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If karting is your passion, the following guidelines are sure to strengthen your driving skills and help make you a winner.</p>
<p>This article on karting will cover handling the steering wheel, establishing the right posture and chassis setup. Use your depth perception and keen awareness to hit the right spots and maneuver your kart to the lead.</p>
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<p>source: <a title="http://aboutkarting.com/drivingtips.html" href="http://aboutkarting.com/drivingtips.html" target="_blank">http://aboutkarting.com/drivingtips.html</a></p>
<p>By depth perception and awareness we mean plotting out the track ahead of you. Do not pay as much attention to the position of the kart driver ahead of you; focus your mind on what lies beyond your opponents’ kart and the potential gaps around your opponent.</p>
<p>Many multi-kart accidents on the track result from the trailing driver focusing on the position of the kart which either spun out or crashed. For example, instead of trying to avoid the wreck, the driver focuses on the kart or mass of karts ahead.</p>
<p>If you are the trailing driver, keep your eyes and concentration on the gap around the kart ahead. The further ahead you apply your focus, the more successful of a driver you will become. Think of it like a game of pool or golf; you always need to look ahead to your next shot by trying to leave a good lie.</p>
<p>In karting, you think ahead to what gaps might be available. You focus on the gaps and take control with your driving skills. To achieve this depth perception and keen awareness, these steps must be followed:<br />
•· Have the right posture. Sit upright with your head firm and high so you are always looking ahead.<br />
• · Look around the corner further than usual. Look at where you want your kart to go. Do not focus on the kart ahead of you.<br />
• · Focus on the apex – the end of the track’s loop – and not your braking point when you apply the brakes.<br />
• · Once you have followed through the apex, plan ahead to your next braking point.</p>
<p>Karting instincts are not taught. You are either born with them or not. To discover where your instincts lie, you must repeatedly practice. Perform practice laps until you can envision taking over the gaps in your sleep. In order to take karting seriously, you must be relentless in your desire to master the opponent and track.</p>
<p>Do not give in to the frustration of using your depth perception on the track. Train yourself to look further ahead than you thought possible at gaps and corners. You should notice a slight decrease in your lap time because you are a more intelligent and efficient driver.</p>
<p>Planning is essential to any winning kart driver.</p>
<p>You must plan to hold your steering wheel in the “10 and 2 o’clock” position to improve your feeling of strength in the kart. This position also allows for a correct weight transfer through your arms and body to the front of the kart.</p>
<p>You must plan your posture. If you sit upright and stern, you will help the weight transfer across the kart and that leads to better handling.</p>
<p>Finally, you must perform a chassis setup for comfortable seating and a sense of control. Putting the seat in the right place can mean the difference between a win and a loss in kart racing. If you are not comfortable, thinking ahead is jeopardized. Your attention will focus on trying to regain that comfort instead of what lies ahead on the track.</p>
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		<title>How to overtake the Karting Competition</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:11:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Overtaking the Karting Competition Like a Pro There you are, zooming down the kart track; the course is wide open for several laps, then suddenly you are stuck behind a mass of slower kart drivers, and you are boxed in like rush-hour traffic. What do you do? You overtake them, of course! But overtaking successfully requires some thought. Many things go into overtaking, such as weather conditions, the track, the other competition, your kart, and your own fear. There are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Overtaking the Karting Competition<br />
Like a Pro</p>
<p>There you are, zooming down the kart track; the course is wide open for several laps, then suddenly you are stuck behind a mass of slower kart drivers, and you are boxed in like rush-hour traffic. What do you do? You overtake them, of course! But overtaking successfully requires some thought. Many things go into overtaking, such as weather conditions, the track, the other competition, your kart, and your own fear.</p>
<p>There are many steps that go into overtaking that good racers don’t even think about. But even good kart racers know that learning the art of overtaking must be done with continual practice and that knowing the steps that go into a successful overtake is only just the start. Here are some tips that will help you overtake your competitors like a pro.</p>
<p>Make a Move<br />
It’s sometimes not enough to wait until you’re able to make your move; but rather, there are times when you must force a move to happen. I certainly don’t mean bumping or rubbing another kart; sometimes just the intimidation can be enough! In karting, even a simple nudge can be hazardous, which is why it’s not allowed; but making them “think” you are considering it may be just the edge you need to get that driver to waver enough for you to make your move. They say good city drivers are the ones not afraid to make an opening for themselves, and the same applies in karting.</p>
<p>The Tiring Truth<br />
Overtaking in each kind of weather depends on your tires. If you’ve got the slicks on, your kart is going to react differently to braking and accelerating in an overtaking situation than if you’re outfitted with rain tires. Knowing how your kart reacts can mean the difference between a successful overtaking maneuver and a complete spinout. In dry conditions, your braking distance can be much shorter than on wet pavement, yet still be more slippery with new tires than with worn in tires.</p>
<p>Give ‘em a Brake!<br />
Braking can be almost an art form. From simple out-braking the competition into a curve and sailing right by, or knowing your kart’s brake limits will all go into superior braking skill. It’s up to you to know exactly how late you can wait to brake before turning your kart into a kart-wheel, but braking is going to be the key to whether you make your competition sweat and ease off, or move right past you. Tapping your brakes may not help you in an overtake situation; don’t be afraid to step down hard and leave rubber on the track. If you are in a practice run, leaving tire marks will help you gauge your braking ability in a corner turn.</p>
<p>Hey, Watch Where You’re Going!<br />
You know the old saying; “keep your eye on the ball”? In this case, your eyes should be directed to where you want your kart to be in a few seconds. This means taking your eyes off the kart you want to overtake, and look at the space between you. If you’re too busy watching the other drivers, you are not only going to miss your opportunity, but could create a dangerous situation as well.</p>
<p>We All Make Mistakes…<br />
A key to perfection is to practice messing up. You say, “what?!” You should know what your kart will do in just about every situation, so that you know exactly what to compensate for in case of that very instance. We learn best by making mistakes, so it’s actually in your best interest to try to recreate every possible situation you’ll encounter in your kart and prepare for it. Practice in the rain, in 106 degree heat, and in the ice; practice hitting the curb and spinning out; and last but not least, practice overtaking your competition, and leave them smelling your burnt rubber.</p>
<p>You won’t be able to overtake every driver you come up behind, but you’ll increase your likelihood of doing it the more you work at it. The key to overtaking is to not be afraid; the key to not being afraid is knowing who your worst enemy is – yourself.</p>
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<p>source: <a title="http://aboutkarting.com/overtaking.html " href="http://aboutkarting.com/overtaking.html" target="_blank">http://aboutkarting.com/overtaking.html</a></p>
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