New Go Kart Setup Tips
When you receive your new Trailmaster go kart, you'll want to follow our instructions on how to assemble it. Read over your asesmbly guide before you unpack anythign so you know what to expect. We have assembly thousands of Trailmaster go karts over the years, and we share every little detail about hte process so you don't have to guess. Use our Youtube Videos for a visual guide.
Once your kart is fully assembled, you need to check and adjust a few things.
Please refer to the assembly instructions and owner's manual for additional setup information.
- Use fresh, clean fuel (minimum of 90 octane)
- Use a fuel additive such as Stabil or Seafoam
- Always use an automatic battery maintainer when the go kart is not being ridden
- Keep the passenger side seatbelt fastened when not in use to keep it from getting into the rear tire- if you forget, you can purchase new latches here
- Make sure the fuel valves are in the 'ON' position. On the mini and mid size go karts there are two fuel valves. The valve at the bottom of the fuel tank should go up and down. The lever on the air filter box should be pushed toward the front of the go kart. *NOTE: 150cc has a valve at the bottom of the tank. EFI models do not have a fuel shutoff, only a fuel pump.
- Check the oil. You'll find all kinds of oil recommendations on the internet, but for 60 years, we have used 10W30 in our go karts and minibikes. We recommend Amsoil 10W30.
- Remove the canopy top and flag when transporting in an open vehicle to keep from destroying them
- Make sure someone is sitting in the go kart with their foot on the brake and prepared to shut off the engine in case of a problem or emergency
- Use the parking brake
- Keep long hair tied up
- Do not wear loose or baggy clothing or jewelry
- Keep kids away from the engine and moving parts especially near the rear of the go kart
- Never refuel the go kart fuel tank with the engine running or if the engine is hot
Before riding, follow our "STOP! Before you ride.." checklist. It came with your assembly guide.
Regularly follow our go kart keys to success.
