11-16 years old
IAME JUNIOR X30 - JUNIOR ROTAX MAX - JUNIOR TILLOTSON T4
Here you'll find info on the next step on the Karting ladder.
IAME JUNIOR X30
The top Junior class in Ireland.
125CC 2 STROKE
COMBINED WEIGHT 148KG
POWER - 21BHP
TOP SPEED - 120KMH
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Where you can race - Tullyallen Kart Club, Leinster Kart Club and Motorsport Ireland events.
Second hand cost - €2,500 - €6,000
Pros and cons - Pros are you'll have a competitive race no matter which championship you take part in. Engines and parts are easy to get. Ideal preparation for Senior racing.
Cons are that it can get pricey if you find yourself being competitive. Can be tough to compete up front in if Father/son or daughter. Recommend being with a team which costs more.
JUNIOR ROTAX MAX
Like the Rotax package more? This is ideal for you.
125CC 2 STROKE
COMBINED WEIGHT 148KG
POWER - 23BHP
TOP SPEED - 120KMH
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Where you can race - Tullyallen Kart Club and Northern Irish Championships.
Second hand cost - €2,500 - €6,000
Pros and cons - Good reliable engine. Good class to prepare you for Senior racing.
Cons - Can't race it in Motorsport Ireland. Mojo tyres aren't massively liked I believe.
Tips - If you want to race in numerous Junior events maybe this isn't the right class. If you're mostly based in Northern Irish racing and don't mind doing TKC events then it's the one for you.
JUNIOR TILLOTSON T4
Missed out on the younger classes? This may be for you.
Where you can race - Tillotson Regional Series and Motorsport Ireland.
Second hand cost - €2,400 - €3,500
Pros and cons - Pros if you missed out on the younger classes this is also a good started class. It's also friendly to work on if you're not experienced.
Cons - Motorsport Ireland only host a few events for these karts but you do have the Regional series that hold more.