Engine

Engine

The power source of the kart that converts fuel into mechanical energy to drive the rear axle

Crankshaft

A rotating shaft inside the engine that converts the piston's reciprocating motion into rotational motion

Piston

A moving component inside the engine cylinder that moves up and down as a result of combustion and transfers force to the crankshaft

Connecting Rod

The engine component that connects the piston to the crankshaft and transfers the piston's motion

Cylinder

The engine chamber in which the piston moves and combustion occurs

Cylinder Head

The upper portion of the engine that contains the combustion chamber and seals the top of the cylinder

Crankcase

The lower portion of the engine that houses and supports the crankshaft and other internal components

Spark Plug

The engine component that creates the spark needed to ignite the air-fuel mixture inside the combustion chamber

Carburetor

The component that mixes fuel and air in the proper proportions and supplies the mixture to the engine

Throttle

An engine control that regulates airflow into the engine and therefore controls engine power

Airbox

A component connected to the carburetor that helps control and filter the air entering the engine

Exhaust Pipe

The pipe that carries exhaust gases away from the engine and affects engine performance

Fuel Tank

The container that stores fuel for the engin