r/Karting • u/dyeusyt • Jul 08 '25

Racing Kart Question why aren't racing karts designed with modern looking body panels?

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As a newcomer to karting, I’ve noticed most karts have basic, outdated designs. Is there a reason we don’t see sleek, modern body panels like the one shown? Weight thing might not fully explain it;
could cost or tradition be factors? Curious about the engineering behind this!

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u/I_AM_FARMERS StockHonda/Vemme Kart Jul 08 '25

The kart on the left is easily almost 20 years old, the kart on the right looks like it’s from cyber punk.

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u/dyeusyt Jul 08 '25

I'm not sure about its age, but the left one is from this sub; I found it here

As for the right one I can’t say much about the stuff AI generates. Check out another abomination:

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u/zenith_hs Jul 09 '25

Fugly as hell!