2 smokers rule!
i know this is a joke. I've never built one or had one apart. Whats a good "cheap" platform to learn on?
A KT (on dirt) is easier imo. Very predictable and so much fun to drive. Plus more power than a clone and competitive on tight bullrings with a good driver. The 116-150cc opens drive much different. I prefer them because my low weight, and the ability to get off early and back on before the apex which makes for some insane roll speed that the big heavy combos can’t replicate unless their tire and chassis game is flawless. (Seldom if ever). When the open 2 cycles hit the pipe it can feel violent but you get used to it and learn how to brace for it and not let the kart get out of control. It’s all about feel, Staying in the pipe/powerband minimizing clutch slip, and maintaining as much roll speed as possible. That said, I race my dad’s open small blocks and they are fun in their own way. A lot less thought, more wheel finesse and a very smooth/predictable powerband. Many flavors in the open racing world. I’ve put multiple friends who aren’t two stroke guys in the slightest behind the wheel of my insanity mode two stroke and all of them pulled off the tracks grinning ear to ear. It’s a bug you can’t shake once you try it.
