Question 1

BAMBINOS - Ages 5-9 Years Old

Accepted Answer

- Ages from 5 - 9 Years Old
- 2 Stroke Engine
- Can Compete in Regional Competitions
- Can Compete in Rotax Competitions

Kart racing organized under the WOMZA umbrella is divided into specific age, weight and speed categories to suit youngsters as they grow. This ensures a safe and exciting progression from 5 years onwards.

The lightweight kart has a wheelbase of 77cm which fits the 5 to 9-year old’s perfectly without modifications or adaptations required. A minimum weight of 74 kg (of kart and driver as raced) and just less than 3 bhp this kart provides the ideal balance between performance and safety.

These were once known as “Baby karts” or “Cadets” in South Africa but they developed a reputation as being a specialist tuner’s class. 
Very reliable, easy to run and low-cost formula using durable Mojo C2 tyres – renowned for long life and consistent performance.

A new complete, ready to race kart including VAT costs starts at R 41 580.  Used karts start from R 10 000.

Club, Regional and National racing is available countrywide, and Bambino will feature on the 2022 SARMC Karting National Championship Series.

Question 2

MICRO MAX - Ages 7-11 Years Old

Accepted Answer

- Ages from 7 - 11 Years Old
- 2 Stroke Engine
- Can Compete in Regional Competitions
- Can Compete in Rotax Competitions

Micro Max Representative:

Kart racing organized under the WOMZA umbrella is divided into specific age, weight and speed categories to suit youngsters as they grow. This ensures a safe and exiting progression from 5 years onwards – Micro Max is the second step on the ladder.

Micro Max is a step up from the Bambino class or ideal to start karting for larger 7-year olds and can be competed in until the end of the year in which you turn 11.

Using a de-tuned ROTAX 125 Junior Max engine @ 8 bhp and fitted to a 95cm “mini chassis” – designed for 7 to 13-year-old kids – this provides an easy to drive, easy to run and low running cost formula. Various makes of chassis are available in SA.

The winner of the Micro Max class will be invited to compete at the ROTAX Max Challenge Grand Finals in 2022. The prize includes the use of brand-new kart and engine drawn by raffle this ensures the fairest racing in karting. All tyres dry and wet, fuel, oil, tools, trolley, etc. are covered by this prestigious invitation.

The Rotax karting formula provides for a very easy and low-cost upgrade from Micro Max to Mini Max class when your driver is either too old or too heavy to continue in Micro Max.

Micro Max has a minimum all up weight of 105kg and uses durable Mojo C2 tyres.

A new complete race-ready kart costs including VAT R 95 000 and used karts are available from R 35 000. (Beware of buying outdated equipment with a view to renovating it – rather spend more and buy race competitive stuff).

Club, Regional and National racing – part of the 2022 SARMC Karting National Championship Series.

Question 3

MINI MAX - Ages 9-13 Years Old

Accepted Answer

- Ages from 9 - 13 Years Old
- 2 Stroke Engine
- Can Compete in Regional Competitions
- Can Compete in Rotax Competitions

Mini Max Representative:
Jono Pieterse | 082 337 2139

This is the step up from Micro Max or for new comers to start racing between 9 and 13 years old. Using a restricted (13 bhp) ROTAX Max Junior engine and fitted to a 95cm “mini chassis” (designed for 9 to 13-year-old kids and various brands are available in SA) this provides an easy to drive, easy to run and low running cost formula.

The Rotax karting formula provides for a very easy and low-cost upgrade/downgrade from Micro Max to Mini Max so when your driver is either too old or too heavy to continue in Micro Max a few simple changes on the engine increases the power to 13 bhp. Mini Max has a minimum all up weight of 118kg and uses durable Mojo C2 tyres.

New complete race-ready kart including VAT costs R 95 000 and used karts sell from R 35 000.

Club, Regional and National racing – part of the 2022 SARMC Karting National Championship Series. The winner of Mini Max class will be invited to compete at the ROTAX Max Challenge Grand Finals. The prize includes the use of brand-new kart and engine drawn by raffle this ensures the fairest racing in karting. All tyres dry and wet, fuel, oil, tools, trolley, etc. are covered by this prestigious invitation.

Question 4

JUNIOR MAX - Ages 12-15 Years Old

Accepted Answer

- Ages from 12 - 15 Years Old
- 2 Stroke Engine
- Can Compete in Regional Competitions
- Can Compete in Rotax Competitions

Junior Max Representative:
Alan Spies | 082 441 9485

This is the step up from Mini Max or for new comers to start racing between 12 and 15 years old. Using the famous Rotax 125 Junior Max engine without restrictors (22 bhp), fitted to a 104cm “senior” chassis and wider Mojo D5 tyres and a minimum weight of 145 kg these karts set impressive lap times.

The Rotax karting formula provides for a very easy and low-cost upgrade/downgrade right from Micro Max up to Senior Max, so when your driver is either too old or too heavy to continue in Junior Max the engine can be upgraded to Senior Max specification (30 bhp).

New complete race-ready karts cost incl. VAT R 134 000 and used outfits sell for R 50 000 upwards (beware of buying outdated equipment with a view to renovating it – rather spend more and buy race competitive stuff).

These hi-tech water-cooled Rotax engines provide a very long life and parity of performance so you score from real long-term economy. Electric start and auto-clutch provide a safe and convenient way to get out there or recover from a spin without needing assistance.

Club, Regional and National racing – part of the 2022 SARMC Karting National Championship Series. Winner invited to participate in the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals – the Olympics of karting. The prize includes the use of a brand-new kart and engine drawn by raffle. This ensures the fairest racing in karting. All tyres dry and wet, fuel, oil, tools, trolley, etc. are covered by this prestigious invitation.

Question 5

SENIOR MAX - Ages 14+ Years

Accepted Answer

- Ages from 14+ Years Old
- 2 Stroke Engine
- Can Compete in Regional Competitions
- Can Compete in Rotax Competitions

Senior Max Representative:
Bruce Bowe | 083 324 4464

Senior Max is the logical next step from Junior Max. The class is an open class and drivers can compete from the year they turn 14 until they are too old to kart. Weight or being 32 years old will move you on to the next class, Max 175. A driver weighing approximately 75kg will not need to carry any lead.

New complete race-ready karts cost incl. VAT R 138 000 and used outfits sell for R 55 000 upwards (beware of buying outdated equipment with a view to renovating it – rather spend more and buy race competitive stuff).

By just changing to the Senior cylinder which accommodates the power valve and the compound of tyre you have made the jump up to Senior Max. The top Senior Max driver is invited to compete at the ROTAX Max Challenge Grand Finals. The prize includes the use of brand new kart and engine drawn by raffle this ensures the fairest racing in karting. All tyres dry and wet, fuel, oil, tools, trolley, etc. are covered by this prestigious invitation.

It is advisable to take part in Senior Max for at least one season before moving into the premier Rotax DD2 class.

Question 6

DD2 - Ages 15+ Years

Accepted Answer

- Ages from 15+ Years Old
- 2 Stroke Engine
- Can Compete in Regional Competitions
- Can Compete in Rotax Competitions

DD2 Representative:
Brent Walden | 079 527 2778

Ultra-modern karting from Rotax – 3D printed nicasil cylinder, electronic power valve, digital ignition and the patented direct drive coupled with four-disc braking system provides stunning lap times without breaking the bank. Electric start and auto clutch are standard for safe and easy starting or recovery from spinning out.

Targeting drivers from 15 years up and the minimum weight is 174kg as raced. These are the fastest short circuit karts on most circuits in South Africa.

New complete race-ready karts cost including VAT R 176 000 and used from R 70 000 (beware of buying outdated equipment with a view to renovating it – rather spend more and buy race competitive stuff).

These hi-tech water-cooled Rotax engines provides long life and parity of performance.
The top ROTAX DD2 driver will be invited to compete at the ROTAX Max Challenge Grand Finals. The prize includes the use of brand-new kart and engine drawn by raffle this ensures the fairest racing in karting. All tyres dry and wet, fuel, oil, tools, trolley, etc. are covered by this prestigious invitation.

It is highly recommended to take part in Senior Max for at least one season before moving in to the premier Rotax DD2 class.

Question 7

DD2 MASTERS - Ages 32+ Years

Accepted Answer

- Ages from 32+ Years Old
- 2 Stroke Engine
- Can Compete in Regional Competitions
- Can Compete in Rotax Competitions

DD2 Masters Representative:
Shane Foley | 082 529 5055

Ultra-modern karting from Rotax for the over 32-year old drivers – high tech. nicasil cylinder, electronic power valve, digital ignition and the patented direct drive system coupled with four-disc braking system provides stunning lap times without breaking the bank. Electric start and auto clutch are standard for safe and easy starting or recovery from spinning out.

Targeting drivers from 32 years up and the weight minimum is 180kg. Younger but heavier drivers (more than 85kg in their shorts) may participate compete as well but are not eligible for the RMCGF invitation.

New complete race-ready kart costs including VAT R 137 000 and used from R 40 000.

The hi-tech water-cooled Rotax provides long life and parity of performance so you score from real long- term economy.
The top ROTAX DD2 driver over the age of 32 will be invited to compete at the ROTAX Max Challenge Grand Finals 2022. The prize includes the use of brand-new kart and engine drawn by raffle this ensures the fairest racing in karting. All tyres dry and wet, fuel, oil, tools, trolley, etc. are covered by this prestigious invitation.

It is highly recommended to take part in Max 175 for at least one season before moving in to the premier Rotax DD2 Masters class.

Question 8

4 STROKES - Ages 14+ to 65+ Years (SOCIAL CLASS)

Accepted Answer

- Ages from 14+ 65+ Years Old
- 4 Stroke Engine
- Can Compete in Regional Competitions
- Cannot Compete in Rotax Competitions

4 Strokes Representative:
Andrew Nivison | 073 311 9503

The Karts used in this class is the Honda Storke 390cc 4 stroke with its approx top speed at 85kmph. The engines are checked and sealed by Punjabi. The chassis on these karts are the same as other classes, but only has rear brakes and use MG tyres
The minimum weight for this class is 190kgs which will be weighed after every race and the age ranges from 14 to 65 and up. 
This kart's average time around the track is about 54 seconds with the quickest time being 52:08.

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Photo by: Megan Wuite

Kyle Nivison, Wally Towsen, Peter-John Garbutt, Lisa Mingay, Steve Christy, Byron Campbell, Angus Towsen, Wayne Christy, Kevin Campbell, Andrew Nivison

Question 9

MAX MASTERS - Ages 32+ Years (SOCIAL CLASS)

Accepted Answer

- Ages from 32+ Years Old
- 2 Stroke Engine
- Can Compete in Regional Competitions
- Cannot Compete in Rotax Competitions

Senior Max Representative:
Bob Jeffrey  | 083 228 8949

Max Masters Class is a social class and is open to drivers from ages 32 years and up. Age is not a strict number, it's more the weight of the driver which will need to be 85kg's and up and the minimum weight for this class in the kart is 180kg's

The karts have a 2 stroke engine, allowing older generation Rotax motors.  The karts use rear breaks only with mojo tyres.

Question 10

CLUBMAN'S CLASS

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

ARRIVE & DRIVE

Accepted Answer

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