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Max-Torque SS Clutch 3/4in 12T
The Max-Torque SS is the default answer to which clutch for a Predator 212 — a serviceable American-made centrifugal clutch with predictable engagement and a long…
- The proven clone-engine clutch
- Serviceable and rebuildable
- Predictable engagement RPM
- Made for #35 chain karts
- Needs correct chain alignment to live
- Will overheat with tall gearing on hills
$73.70as of Oct 25, 2026 6:52 am EDT
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Alpinestars Tech-1 K Youth Gloves
Small hands slip inside adult gloves — and a slipping grip is slow and unsafe. The youth Tech-1 K gives junior racers proper glove fit with…
- Thin palms for real wheel feel
- Youth sizing that fits small hands
- Secure cuff closure
- Durable stitching for a season of racing
- Kids outgrow them quickly
- Palm grip wears with rough wheel tape
$54.95as of Oct 25, 2026 6:52 am EDT
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Sparco Kerb Kid Karting Suit
Sparco’s Kerb line is a karting staple, and the kid version gives young racers the same abrasion protection with a cut that actually fits a child’s…
- Kid-specific cut, not shrunk adult sizing
- Abrasion-resistant outer layer
- Stretch panels for free steering movement
- Grows a season with adjustable fit
- Level 2 homologation costs more
- Light colors show track grime fast
Zamp RZ-42Y Youth Karting Helmet
Youth heads need youth helmets — lighter shells and smaller interiors, not padded-out adult lids. The RZ-42Y is a popular youth karting choice built to that…
- Youth-specific CMR-style shell sizing
- Lighter than adult helmets cut down
- Wide eyeport for small drivers
- Strong value against premium youth lids
- Fewer shell colors than adult lines
- Visor mechanism stiff when new
$314.61as of Oct 25, 2026 6:52 am EDT
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OMP Rain K Kart Rain Suit
Wet races decide championships, and the OMP Rain K is the classic over-suit answer: waterproof shell, elastic cuffs, and cut to fit over a karting suit…
- Fits over a full race suit
- Taped seams that actually keep water out
- Clear-visor-friendly hood design
- Packs small for the kart trolley
- Sizing runs snug over winter layers
- Zippers need care to stay waterproof
Leatt 5.5 Junior Neck Brace
Leatt built its reputation on neck protection, and the 5.5 Junior brings that engineering to young racers: a structured brace that redirects impact loads away from…
- Engineered force-dispersal design
- Junior sizing done properly
- Adjustable to grow with your child
- Premium build quality
- Significant price for growing kids
- Needs correct setup to work as designed
$399.00as of Oct 25, 2026 6:52 am EDT
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EVS R4 Race Collar Neck Brace
The EVS R4 is one of the most widely used neck supports in grassroots karting — a molded collar that limits extreme helmet movement in an…
- Lightweight molded construction
- Adult and youth sizes
- Easy on/off latch
- Popular with kart and moto racers alike
- Fit varies with suit and helmet combo
- Not a substitute for proper seat fit
$160.00as of Oct 25, 2026 6:52 am EDT
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OMP KS-3 Karting Boots
OMP’s KS-3 hits the value sweet spot in karting footwear: kart-specific sole thickness, a supportive mid-cut collar, and durable stitching at a price club drivers can…
- Good pedal sensitivity at a fair price
- Grippy sole compound
- Padded ankle collar
- Wide size range including youth
- Slightly heavier than premium boots
- Laces need tucking to avoid pedal snag
$228.64as of Oct 25, 2026 6:52 am EDT
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Alpinestars Tech-1 K Karting Shoes
The Tech-1 K is Alpinestars’ dedicated karting shoe, built around a thin, grippy rubber sole that transmits every ounce of brake and throttle feedback. The microfiber…
- Ultra-thin sole with excellent pedal feel
- Reinforced heel and ankle support
- Breathable microfiber upper
- Trusted race-brand construction
- Premium price for entry racers
- Slim fit will not suit wide feet
$189.95as of Oct 25, 2026 6:52 am EDT
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Alpinestars Tech-1 K Race V2 Kart Gloves
A premium karting glove with excellent feel, ventilation, and a race-proven fit.
- Superb wheel feel and control
- Excellent ventilation
- Pre-curved ergonomic fit
- Durable Alpinestars build quality
- Pricier than entry gloves
- Thin padding by design