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| January 24, 2011 News |
| EKN 2011 Chassis Preview Editorial Series: Italkart |
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The EKN 2011 Chassis Preview Editorial Series was designed during this off-season to provide the karting community with a unique opportunity to become informed of the most popular and successful brands available in the North American market, all from the warmth of their home computers or mobile devices. The karting industry is by no means short on options regarding chassis selection, and our goal with this article series is to help narrow down your choices while educating the community on what exactly is offered by each manufacturer and its United States or Canadian importer/distributor.
For the complete 2011 Guide as it develops, visit the EKN Chassis Showroom.
The Italkart brand has been in the North American market for over 10 years with a successful resume in just that short amount of time. A number of victories at the coveted SKUSA SuperNationals and other highly-rated events in addition to a strong following in the Pacific Northwest regional area make Italkart one of the top brands on the continent. Manufactured by SKM, the Italkart chassis and components are among the best manufactured and look the part as well.
United States/Mexico Importer-Distributor:
Name: Italian Motors USA
Primary Contact: Michael Valiante
Address: 529 West Front St. Sumas, WA 98295
Phone: 604-253-4248
Fax: 360-988-0800
E-Mail: info@italianmotors.com
Website: http://www.italianmotorsusa.com
Dealers:
Cameron Motorsports: Sonoma, CA - 707.938.9986
Fastech Racing: Marina, CA - 831.384.5278
Harvest Motorsports, LLC: St. Petersburg, FL - 727.898.1181
L.A.D Specialties: Bridgeview, IL - 708.43.1588
MMS Karting: Reno, NV - 775.322.4549
NBS Karting: Lango, FL - 727.584.1160
Peak Eurosport: Wheat Ridge, CO - 303.716.7239
Seattle Karting Specialties: Tacoma, WA - 253.383.2222
Canadian Importer-Distributor:
Name: Italian Motors
Primary Contact: Michael Valiante
Address: 620 Clark Driver, Vancouver, BC Canada V5L 3H8
Phone: 604-253-4248
Fax: 604-253-0828
E-Mail: info@italianmotors.com
Website: http://www.italianmotors.com
Dealers:
Karting Canada Inc.: Saskatoon, SK - 306.477.0204
Lizard Racing: Duncan, BC - 250.748.9325
Windsor Racing Academy Ltd.: Windsor, ON - 519.999.5278
Italkart Mexico: Zapopan, Jalisoco, Mexico - 11-52-44-5278-3401
Italkart Supersonic
 | | Italkart Supersonic V |
Homologation #: 94/CH/11
Model Description / Intended Use: KZ/KF, Shifter, TaG/Rotax, 100cc
Tubing Diameter(s): 32mm
Front Width: 670mm
Rear Width: 610mm
Wheelbase: 1054mm
Side Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Front Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Rear Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Brake System: EVO10
Axle: 50mm
Seat: Fiberglass
Rims: Douglas Magnesium
Bodywork: KG New Age
MSRP: Shifter - $5125.00, Non Shifter - $4225.00
Comments: The Supersonic V chassis is one of two top-of-the-line chassis offered by Italkart. The chassis utilizes 32mm tubing throughout the frame layout and is best suited for lower grip tracks, classes at 380lbs plus and the shifter categories. The all-new Supersonic V sets the tone with a new aggressive look. This package not only has an aerodynamic advantage, it also has a weight savings which translates to faster times on the track. The kart features high quality 32mm tubing throughout with new bearing hangers mounted to the high grade chromoly. 25mm spindles, 10mm spindle bolts, adjustable camber/caster, adjustable ackerman, Douglas LV Magnesium wheels and, most importantly, billet kingpins for the most precise and accurate steering. The new Supersonic V utilizes reservoir brakes with magnetic pistons to hold the brake pads off the rotor. This reduces drag and heat. The chassis also has three adjustable torsion bars with different adjustment levels to adapt your chassis to any track or condition. This is one of the most successful karts on market today. This is the same chassis that took Michael Valiante to third place at the 2010 SKUSA SuperNationals in TaG Senior.
Italkart Rapido V
 | | Italkart Rapido V |
Homologation #: 154/CH/08
Model Description / Intended Use: KZ/KF, Shifter, TaG/Rotax, 100cc
Tubing Diameter(s): 30mm
Front Width: 670mm
Rear Width: 610 mm
Wheelbase: 1054mm
Side Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Front Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Rear Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Brake System: EVO10
Axle: 50mm
Seat: Fiberglass
Rims: Douglas Magnesium
Bodywork: KG New Age
MSRP: Shifter - $5125.00, Non Shifter - $4225.00
Comments:
The all new Rapido V "Foria" sets the tone with a new aggressive look. This package not only has an aerodynamic advantage, it also has a weight savings that translates to faster times on the track. The kart features high quality 30mm tubing throughout with new bearing hangers mounted to the high grade chromoly, 25mm spindles, 10mm spindle bolts, adjustable camber/caster, adjustable ackerman, Douglas LV Magnesium wheels and most importantly, billet kingpins for the most precise and accurate steering. The new Rapido V utilizes reservoir brakes with magnetic pistons to hold the brake pads off the rotor. This reduces drag and heat. The chassis has three adjustable torsion bars with different adjustment levels to adapt your chassis to any track or condition. The Rapido V is the chassis that took Andre Nicastro to the SKUSA SuperNationals victory in 2010. The kart is best suited for classes 380 lbs. or less and higher grip tracks.
Italkart Elite
 | | Italkart Elite |
Homologation #: N/A
Model Description / Intended Use: TaG/Rotax, 100cc
Tubing Diameter(s): 30/32mm
Front Width: 675mm
Rear Width: 605mm
Wheelbase: 1054mm
Side Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Front Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Rear Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Brake System: EVO1
Axle: 40mm Standard (50mm Optional)
Seat: Fiberglass
Rims: Aluminum
Bodywork: KG Unico
MSRP: $3375.00
Comments: The Italkart Elite is designed for the recreational racer with a budget in mind. It doesn’t have all the bells and whistles of the top-of-the-line chassis, so instead the focus is on the essentials for the best handling kart for your money. You have the option of going with the newer style bodywork and 50mm axle for an extra $500.00.
Italkart Quattro
 | | Italkart Quattro |
Homologation #: N/A
Model Description / Intended Use: 4-cycle Sprint
Tubing Diameter(s): 30mm
Front Width: 675mm
Rear Width: 610mm
Wheelbase: 1040mm
Side Bar: N/A
Front Bar: Removable Torsion Bar
Rear Bar: N/A
Brake System: EVO1
Axle: 40mm
Seat: Fiberglass
Rims: Douglas Magnesium
Bodywork: KG Unico
MSRP: $3375.00
Comments:
The Italkart Quattro comes standard with Douglas magnesium wheels, billet front spindles and three adjustable torsion bars. Quattro stands for 4, referring to four-cycle as the chassis was designed to run very free for the lower horsepower categories, specifically Briggs and Honda. It is also very successful in the Junior ranks.
Italkart Cadet V
 | | Italkart Cadet V |
Homologation #: N/A
Model Description / Intended Use: All Cadet categories
Tubing Diameter(s): 28mm
Front Width: 585mm
Rear Width: 575mm
Wheelbase: 950mm
Side Bar: N/A
Front Bar: N/A
Rear Bar: N/A
Brake System: EVO4
Axle: 30mm
Seat: Fiberglass
Rims: Aluminum
Bodywork: KG Cadet
MSRP: $2976.00
Comments: The Italkart Cadet V is a versatile driver friendly chassis. The light steering is crucial for the younger driver so they can go quickly without fatiguing. The kart comes with caster/camber pills, billet front spindles and adjustable front and rear ride height. This kart is perfect for a young driver being introduced to the sport or the little racer looking to take on the any major event. |
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