If a transmission or belt drive is part of your plan, it’s easy to swap around pulleys to get a ratio that delivers the desired speed and power. You can also alter tire size to optimize power and speed, as taller tires give a higher top end. It’s a trade-off, however, as tall tires typically hurt acceleration. The wheels run fast and smoothly thanks to the roll-bearings. Steering can be done with just one finger due to the double ball bearing equipped steering mechanism. If we’re ditching the big engine on a rider, where do we turn? When opting for a centrifugal clutch and no transmission, we look at smaller horizontal shaft snow blowers, leaf blowers, pressure washers and chipper-shredders. If we’re going for a transmission, then just about any vertical shaft push mower will do the job—we prefer examples with overhead valves, though.

Again, Peerless is the name most commonly found on these units, and we’ve used them several times. Most are traditional gear-type differentials, meaning they’ll allow for a lot of slipping. Even so, that’s still better than one-wheel drive. If farming is not for you, fear not, we have you covered. For the racing enthusiasts, the Berg LCD computer and flag kit are ideal to transform their pedal go-kart into a racing machine. Add a trailer to help mum or dad with the gardening, or a police siren and blue light to have your own little policeman about. An additional seat allows the user to have double the fun when siblings or friends are around to play.

Berg Go2 SparX Yellow Go Kart for ages 10 months to 30 months

Thanks to adjustable seat unit and steering column with handy steering wheel this farm go-kart will grow with your child from 5 years old. Heavy wheels with deep tread tyres fitted in the super durable frame provide a great ride through the fields and forests. The swing axle keeps the wheels on the ground, even on bumpy countryside terrain. Double ball bearings fitted into steering system, makes this agriculture kart extremely light to manoeuvre. Built to be very sturdy and safe, a smooth ride is also guaranteed due to the swing axle. BERG XXL John Deere BFRFeatures: If you’re using a centrifugal clutch and a chain, you’ll want to shop for a smaller gear for the axle. (Most centrifugal clutches come with one gear size, so you’ll need to work with the gear on the axle.) A bonus option is an electric start. Some push mowers feature a starter and charging system, though this setup does require a battery. Some snow blowers use similar systems, while others use 110-volt starters that only work with power cords. If you want to spoil your kids—or save your own arm—look for electric start.

BERG has a large range of go-karts for young or old, big or small, ranging from the GO² (10 months +) to the E-BFR (6 years +). Before buying a go-kart, you need to know how tall your child is. When you compare that to the heights indicated for the different go-karts, you will get a good picture of which go-kart is better suited to your child. Do you know which platform is best in terms of size? In that case you only need to choose the nicest one! Are go-karts only for boys? Definitely not! This go-kart comes with an adjustable seat giving the user many years of excitement and happiness with this go-kart as they grow with it taking them from a child through to adult. Most non-racing go-karts are based on bits and pieces from small engines. Think of the ones powering lawnmowers, snow blowers and other yard implements. We prefer to use four-cycle engines for our karts. Built to be very sturdy and safe, a smooth ride is also guaranteed due to the swing axle. BERG XL John Deere BFRFeatures:

Berg Go-Kart Accessories, Spare Parts & Attachments

Safety is a priority for Berg, and their go-karts come equipped with features like adjustable seats, sturdy frames, and responsive brakes to ensure a safe riding experience. Accessories and customisation: Your kids aren’t going to think riding around on an old mower is that cool, so some demolition and construction are in the cards. First, though, it helps to have a basic understanding of the components involved.