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They also have special areas that you can book for social events including family gatherings, group and corporate events, birthday parties and even building sessions.

Im trying to be civil about it and not let emotion dictate what I get.

I want to get into Formula 2000 cars and I still might since they are my passion, but since the cost is $3k / race weekend I probably will not go that route.

Good advice Mike.

Track 3 is Andrettis most intense go-kart track, with multiple elevation changes, banked curves, and long straightaways for those looking to put the pedal to the medal.

Again, just my suggestion, but before you buy anything go talk to or call these guys. They have an ergonomic design, are easily controllable and can reach very high top speeds, thanks to their gas-powered engines.

The facility has 2 outdoor go-kart tracks which have a different length. The rok can probably be used at a bunch of events out there (FL) but maybe not so much the Honda.

The facility has a small snack bar where you can have some snacks and drinks to freshen up and enjoy some delicious food while having a fun-filled day of racing. The OTK/Vortex brands dominate the state from central FL south, and thats where the karting population in FL is. That way you can use your extra brain bandwidth from your racing experience to understand chassis setup. The community at K1 is always fantastic and the staff are well trained and always happy to help out.

The tracks have real curbing and bumps which make the experience very realistic and authentic.

The facility has two types of go-karts for racing. I have rented racing karts before so Im not going in completely blind.

Youll spend all your time trying to keep up with the kart rather than actually learning how to drive it. I dunno.

But again, maybe its just my emotions running wild. Fun Spot America Orlando5700 Fun Spot Way, Orlando, FL 32819, United States, State: FloridaCity: OrlandoType: OutdoorTrack: Monaco & SilverstoneKarts: 1 & 2-SeaterRequirements: 50 TallFood: Snack Bar. Dezerland is a huge fun park.

These European-inspired karts are designed for excellent performance and safety. Both of these products are distributed by OTK USA which is right around the corner from OKC. Florida's Brand New Track is ready for you.

10am-3pm for Owner Track Time (RSVP Only), Wed: So you could run the jr restrictor when you start out, youd have about the same hp as the x30, maybe a little less, and would be able to wear the gearbox out especially at OKC, theres about 30 breaking points in one lap lol.

The facility has all-electric go-karts that offer an amazing driving experience for all types of skill levels.

I want to have a kart to be able to do all three of these tracks and their club races but maybe that just isnt feasible.

Laying claim to the fastest indoor go-kart track in Central Florida, the I-Drive NASCAR Indoor Kart Racing experience offers you the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a SODIKART RTX, developed by the global leaders in the kart manufacturing industry. This makes for a great go-kart racing experience in Orlando, Florida.

Is the ItaliKart chassis a good one?

Your kart will get full workout while running on the combination of sharp turns and speeding up straight sections of the track.

From a restaurant and bar, to arcade games, a bowling alley and more, theres something for everyone young and old to enjoy while visiting I-Drive NASCAR Indoor Kart Racing.

They stable on of the best racing teams in the world yes, I said world. The Thrasher (Red Track) is especially interesting for speed lovers.

As with all of their race tracks, they feature plenty of challenging areas and a multi-level design. The Andretti Indoor Karting facility, also known as AIK, is located on Universal Boulevard, Orlando and is a popular tourist destination. Disneyland is finally reopening! The Quad Helix (Yellow Track) is a fun multi-level track that is in the shape of a corkscrew. slow down there my man! When it comes to karting, the facility has a total of 4 awesome go-kart tracks that offer a wide variety of racing types. It requires racers to be at least 54 inches in height.

There will always be deals on used equipment out there because everyone upgrades often and (no offense) newbs getting in over there head because they bought the fastest kart.

Its plenty fun and they have a race series you can do a lot.

The exciting Super Track course is designed for drivers of all Its kind of what put karting into the back of my mind recently.

So as far as Im concerned a 2 stroke is definitely what I want in terms of speed/power/price.

From arcade games and a bowling alley, to laser tag, a ropes course, and a virtual reality experience not to mention food and drinks aplenty theres no shortage of fun to be had while visiting Andrettis on Universal Boulevard. The Two-seater karts have two seats where one person drives and the other enjoys the ride as a passenger.

I havent raced anything in the past 10 years and Im dying to get back in and try a different type of racing.

At least you may have more options to resell it.

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We talk houses, what we think the anniversary event will look like this year and more! While it has great go-kart tracks, there are also plenty of other attractions to take advantage of. I like the Honda engine better than the 206 but if I were to go to another track I couldnt even do a club event because no one else uses this engine. If you think local/club racing is what you want, than a rok GP or the X30 are going to be your biggest classes in FL, statewide.

@DruLo206 could probably help you find a good kart in Florida.

(I could be wrong and hopefully I am.)

I have been racing go-karts competitively and recreationally for the past 20 years. Andretti Indoor Karting Orlando9299 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819, United States, 3. Track 1 is a road-course style single level track for beginners, while track 2 is a slightly faster, elevated and scenic track for those looking for a bit of a challenge above track 1.

Its a slightly more advanced track meant for youths and adults.

They can reach a speed of 45 mph and will give you a racing experience to the fullest. They offer 2 different types of karts for the public to rent and race.

Id say give okc league races a shot. Most people that are in karting like to help guys like you get started Ive found.

Or should I wait because I dont want to drop $6k just to find out these tracks will have to do something similar to PBK where they have to pick between being a race track or an attraction?

The karts have a very unique and ergonomic design and are also very user friendly and easy to control.

Orlando Kart Center has some of the best go-karts in town.

Regardless, Im buying one of his karts this week!

Fun Spot America offers a unique family experience in Orlando, Florida. I want speed, I want power, and I want pain. if open wheel racing is your eventual goal, def go talk to OGP.

Seems to me that they are the ones that should switch to the 206 lol. In addition to 4 unique tracks, Fun Spot America also affords families the opportunity to ride in both single and double karts, in the event that those with younger racers would prefer to race together. They also have a chassis and engine that were only used in Vegas for one weekend (SKUSA Nationals) that they will sell me for 4500 total along with help from the mechanic to set it up specifically for me.

It reaches an elevation of about 45 feet before returning to a mind-boggling decline down to the ground level.

Go-karts are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to all of the fun to be had!

Thank you for everyones advice again! Well I just got done doing three sessions at OKC. In addition, every year the center hosts racings leagues for adults and youths that provide entertainment to everyone who wishes to participate. 1 Race: $29.862 Races: $52.253 Races: $74.86, State: FloridaCity: OrlandoType: IndoorTrack: Multi-LevelKarts: Biz KartsRequirements: 54 & 15 YearsFood: Restaurant.

They want 2k for their Honda engine, its a little ridiculous imo. DR doesnt have a dealer in FL, and if you want help with an x30 youll need to goto OGP as OKC doesnt cater to the IAME brand.

The numerous elevation changes also add to the thrill of high-speed racing.

At these spots you can find many different cuisines and a lot of food to choose from. We cant wait to see what you all have to say in the comments down below!

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Get ready for the adrenaline rush you will experience while racing on this awesome track.

The layout of the track is fit for racers of all experience levels and can suit each and every person participating in events at the location. youve got the fever and youre not thinking clearly.

Mike and Alex Speed are right there and have won more races on this set up than they can remember.

Whether you enjoy one of the four Fun Spot America tracks, or you test your skills on Andrettis banked and elevated course, youre sure to have nothing short of an exciting time at one Orlandos many go-kart experiences.

Good luck, and may the best racer win! Its this weird situation where the engine everyone else uses isnt use there but the engine they use isnt used anywhere else lol. They also have a kart shop where you can buy several types of karting equipment.

Two stroke is great but throwing money at it gets painful.

Itll be low hassle and high fun.

I would personally go with the DR and the X30 if I were you. Disneys Top of the World Lounge: A Villains Lair First Look! I suggest visiting Ocala Gran Prix on I-75 in Ocala if youre interested in getting into karting. I am not new to racing as it has always been my passion, Im just new to karting.

Then we talk about Halloween Horror Nights 30! The one I drove was on a tonykart chassis. Id say go with the Honda. A 2 stroke is not outside of my abilities. This fun-filled venue offers many attractions and experiences for each and every family member regardless of age.

Take note that you must be at least 50 inches tall to ride these karts.

Posted by Mike | Aug 2, 2019 | Attractions. It is filled with all sorts of fun-filled activities for people of all ages. Situated on the Cosmonaut Boulevard, Orlando Kart Center claims to be a one-of-a-kind karting venue where you can experience go-kart racing in Orlando to the fullest extent.

This location is a bit unique to the go-karting experience for several reasons, with the most prevalent reason being that Fun Spot America offers not 1, but 4 separate multi-level tracks to choose from Thrasher, Conquest, Quad Helix, and Commander. Mon-Tues: OGP is the pulse of karting in FL .

Theres no shortage of thrilling attractions to experience in Orlando, and go-karts are far from an exception.

That and Im finishing up my PhD so paying the crazy costs of Formula 2000 cars just isnt in my cards at the moment.

For over 20 years, we have been bringing family fun at a great price for the folks of Kissimmee and our visitors from around the world! Give em a call, talk to Nate, hell have you rolling in no time.

Overall, the food is great and the view on the race track is amazing! Obviously everyones advice will be to get the X30 and I will probably get it.

With indoor and outdoor karting options, Orlando offers a wide variety that is sure to deliver a wholesome racing experience to individuals and groups of all experience levels.

As with all K1 Speed facilities, the one in Orlando also features a small snack bar where you can take a break from the race and enjoy snacks and drinks with your friends and family. Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled, Getting Started in Karting Central Florida. Because if they all pick race track like PBK did then they are even more likely to shut down. Im sitting here saying no, no, no , no! Your kids can easily ride on these fun karts and enjoy go-karting with safety in mind.

Thanks for stopping by and happy karting.

Overall what is tricky about karting is the turns are fairly quick events and taking them in as to what happened & and at what point in the corner is overwhelming at first. Our Owner Track Time allows you specific hours 7 days a week to come practice on our track.

Entry and parking are free of charge as well. They require the drivers to be at least 5 years old. There are plenty of go-kart racing tracks in the beautiful city of Orlando, Florida. The facility has a restaurant located inside.

I got within a tenth of the best lap time.

Ill echo what everyone has said, skip the TaG and shifter karts and get a 4-stroke.

Similar to NASCAR, if go-kart racing is not for everyone in your party, there is plenty more to see, do, and experience during your visit to Andretti Indoor Karting and Games.

I think what I realized is that: Im not willing to consistently drive to BMP or Ocala like I thought I would be, Im not going to be happy with a 206 so the Honda actually is a good intermediate step before the 2 stroke (assuming I dont do the 2 stroke right now), and most importantly the track at OKC is damn fun. The Rok is good for your region, otherwise the X30 is popular across the country. After a few times with it on the track Ill be just fine.

4pm-9pm Rental Karts Open, Thurs: From formula one-like racing, to 45 mph electric go-karts, Orlando surely offers some of the most thrilling and unique experiences in go-kart racing today.

Just make sure you stick with something you can get parts and setup advice for. Its understandable and it happens to everyone when they first jump in you want in so bad youre ready to jump at the first thing you see.

It requires the racers to be at least 54 inches in height.

No reservations required!

Its reasonably speedy and is perfect if you are new to the sport.

Those familiar with the course will be happy to know I didnt lift my foot on the long turn ever (forget the corner number)! We are open 7 Days a Week, including some holidays

LO206 does promise some stability, decent reliability and cheaper fuel cost. Come play on Floridas newest asphalt track. I hate to buy used but at least it was the owner or a team rider and only for a couple races, no other driver has been on it.

But like I said before, driving an hour and 15 minutes one way was plenty and I wouldnt want to double and trip my travel time.

TBH never had the Honda option. 8am-12pm Owner Track Time They are best for families where kids want to ride along their parents to have some memorable family time. Lastly we talk about Raya and the Last Dragon! Learn how to do maintenance, setup, and race craft on the slower kart. K1 Speed Orlando9550 Parksouth Ct #400, Orlando, FL 32837, United States, 4. That was the best money Ive ever spent in karting, having ALex work with my son that day.

They are also equipped with a lighting system that is activated for races that take place at night.

These high-quality electric karts are faster, cleaner and more competitive than most indoor gas-powered karts.

Youll also be able to book the venue for hosting small races, group races, birthday and bachelor parties, group and corporate events, team building activities and family reunions.

I was wondering why they recently switched to private owners only and obviously now I know. Mon Thu: 12pm 12amFri: 12pm 1amSat: 11am 1amSun: 11am 12am, 1 Race: $19.953 Races: $49.955 Races: $74.9510 Races: $129.95, State: FloridaCity: OrlandoType: IndoorTrack: IndoorKarts: OTL Storm EFDRequirements: 48 TallFood: Snack Bar. (I can only find a used one at OKC itself. I think the moral of the story right now is Im not close to any real track lol. Like many other go-karting experiences in Orlando, Fun Spot America offers a wide variety of attractions to enjoy for those looking to do something beyond go-kart racing, except that what makes this location different from those listed above are the many offerings brought to the table. The Pro Track is a longer kart track that allows racers of at least 58 inches height to race on it. IGN I race, build, mod, & discuss go-karts whenever I find the time!

If all classes were full Id pick shifter no questions asked. To add insult to injury after deciding what to buy, I come across the post about the girl dying at PBK. I was wondering exactly which engine they used.

I will then take it to BMP and Ocala where I will get to finally open it up! Racers must be 16+.

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So OKC has the speedy karts which are Honda gx390 4 stroke. ages and experience.

The snack bar is located inside the facility, which gives you an awesome view onto the race track!

Overall, K1 Speed Orlando is a great location for friends and family who wish to race go-karts. Im new to the site and definitely need a little guidance if possible. 12pm-10pm Rental Karts Open, Sunday:

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So while the X30 is what any rational person would get, this particular shifter kart seems like I should strike while the iron is hot. It features several layers of elevation changes and sharp turns that are sure to give you a head spin and adrenaline rush while racing.

Some good advise in here for you @Hman.

Hi, I'm Gerrit.

The cheapest I can find a used setup with their Honda engine is 4500 before tax.

Claiming to have one of the worlds longest indoor karting tracks, the AIK Orlando track is not only unique but professionally designed as well.

Here youll be able to enjoy a variety of meals from salad, burgers, pizzas, tacos, other snacks to drinks beverages and many other desserts. The all-electric feature of the karts makes them environment friendly and free from odors of gas and fuel.

Theyre fully electric and also have instant torque delivery.

Now I just need to haul my butt out there sometime soon. Give their podcast Karting Dads a listen, itll probably help you.

Two years ago I rented a kart that was the owners kids kart. family and friends!

Arguably tighter competition in karts too. A special feature of the facility are theirOTL Storm EFD go-karts.

If OKC is your place, youre best choice is a Rok and tony kart. Its too much for a novice. Yes I will need to learn how to adjust a kart chassis and Ive never worked on a kart engine but thats all part of the journey as far as Im concerned.

Orlando Kart Center10724 Cosmonaut Blvd, Orlando, FL 32824, United States, 2.

Thanks for the suggestion. Let me know your thoughts! It provides an exciting experience of indoor kart racing for adults and youths with a wide selection of arrive and drive packages. UP TO OUR CLUB FOR THE BEST DEALS AROUND.

K1 Speed Orlando is an Indoor Karting arena located in Parksouth CT, Orlando.

They are ideal for hangouts for family and friends as well as corporate, group events and leagues. The race track also has a great lap timing system with large monitors where you can view your progress as you get better over time. You dont have to drop anywhere near $6k to get going competively in a #briggs206 (yep totally dropped a hashtag).

If local/club level racing is what youre looking for, thats the place for lots of reasons. I would be able to learn a shifter no problem, but if cost is higher with a lack of club competition then its pointless to me.

Better yet, go check out a local race day at OGP.

OGP does some arrive and drive programs on local race days that youd probably be interested in also.

Check em out.

Itll certainly be more economical to run than the 2 stroke.

So Im in this weird place where I want a 2 stroke, but I guess I figured I could get a chassis and 2 stroke for about 6k, not 7-8k. The rok is a 125cc 2-stroke, correct?

From the emails I have been getting, they run all sorts of races in which you pay and use their kart, which sort of takes the whole future of karting question out of the picture.

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So Ive been doing my research and even though I want a very fast kart (Rok Shifter) I love the idea of the 206 and have no qualms about losing speed if I gain overall fairness with competitors and a lot less mechanical time spent on the kart. Whatever you ride, we have several racing programs you can get involved with.

Youll spend less on consumables and less time working on it.

They are pretty similar but Id call the other tracks and ask. The Cadet Track is a shorter track for younger racers and requirements stipulate a minimum height of at least 48 inches.

But you are right, economically I suppose Ill just get the Honda and be done with it. K1 Speed offers its usual arrive and drive racing packages.

Thanks for the info.

After driving that setup I dont think I would be happy with a 206. Otherwise all of their events are the Honda engine.

Both the tracks have a unique layout and are filled with different straightaways and turns that make them both very exciting and fun to race on. You obviously want the best you can get for the money you want to spend, but keep in mind your #1 objective when starting is to get as much time in that seat as you can possibly make happen, so all the $$$ doesnt necessarily have to be spent on the kart.

We also offer on-site storage.

So what do you think, 4500 for the lightly raced 4 stroke Honda and ItaliKart chassis or a Tony Kart chassis (4100) with my pick of the Honda (1700) or Rok engine (2600)? Dezerland Park Orlando5250 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, United States, 5. Andre can get you one of the restrictors, or better yet wander over the Mike Speeds compound and ask him, they run this set up at that track for his young team drivers.

I am 37 (although if I even meet anyone from here youll swear Im not older than 25 lol) with a history of road racing motorcycles in the popular 600cc classes.

I dont need a four stroke to teach me how to brake, apex, and keep on the line. Dont buy a new tony kart and put a honda 4 stroke on it, youll regret that move. The facility has 4 different go-kart tracks with each being unique and exciting. It requires the racers to be at least 56 inches in height. If you are just going to hang out at okc doing their club races and the like, maybe the Honda is the better choice.

If I had to do it over Id go rentals, then LO206.

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10am-4pm Owner Track Time I cant speak to the prices being quoted but the question I would have is do they do races for the rok as well as the Honda? It suits all kinds of racers and is sure to give you the thrill of a lifetime. If you are just going to hit the track for some hot laps every now and then, no organized racing, then it doesnt matter what engine you run if youre having fun.

Based on everything youve told us here and those 2 karts youre looking at, I personally would tell you to get the tony/rok set up and heres why. But since I am closest to OKC from what I can tell they run their own Speedy class with a modified Honda engine that doesnt equate to racing at any other track or class from what I can gather. out loud.

This makes it great for cornering and overtaking. Dont let the current state of karting in FL hold you back from making a decision.

Keep in mind Rental arent entirely like racing with a bunch of guy that have their own karts.

We talk about the most random stuff we can think of.

It has a smooth concrete surface that provides the go-karts with great grip.

I think BMP gave me a quote of 4500 for everything, briefly over the phone, but we didnt talk specifics and I think that was a chassis with the 206 (both brand new). Also, the track is pretty good and remember not to lift when coming around the final turn bit! I just need the kart to do what I want it to do.

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The facility offers arrive and drive kart rentals for the public 7 days a week.

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