How do you build a go kart kit?

How to build a Go Kart?

• So, I want to build a more substancial go kart. Something like the Arial Atom with the exoskeleton deal going on, but with a motorcycle engine. I might put a convertible system on it... how hard would that be? Maybe something like the Lambo Murcielago where you have to basically pin the roof on. What type of engine should I use? I can't use a lawn mower because it's not horizontal shaft. I was thinking of a dirt bike or a scooter or a motorcycle engine instead of a proper... go kart engine (http://www.edgetechnology.co.uk/honda_engines/engines/gx160.gif). What engine should I use? I thought a motorcycle - I could have a speedo and all the gears etc already to rock. How much do you think it would cost for the engine? How big should it be? I want the kart to be able to push me and a friend around & maybe my dad...(~300lbs)... the frame (~600lbs?)...and everything else (~100lbs) That's 1000lbs... is that too heavy? So how many horses would I need to get this thing to roughly 45-55mph? Cheers Mason

• Answer:

  if you go 45-55 in a cart with no suspension you will bounce up and tumble end over end until you are nothing but chucky jelly