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Sorry, been a while.
To answer Cooperman’s question – yes, the DD2 is actively raced as a class in the RotaxMax racing here. I would recommend this over the senior which has gone too competitive and too big a field.
Go to the next RMC race and see the DD2 in action. There is one on 18/19 Jan in Sepang.
Cheers.
Guys,
Although I no longer kart ( private and also mykart ) – I do check the mykart forum occasionally. Its indeed sad to see this post, that My-Kart can come to this position right now.
I read the comments on what we will do in FUTURE but the more important question is to know, WHY participation has dropped over the years. No doubt, many copy cat series had surfaced over the years but please remember – the strength of MyKart is in the organisation through its very willing volunteers/members.
Its been a while since I last joined a MyKart race or even come to spectate but has this been lost? If indeed we Have lost this then the question needs to be asked – what can we do to spur ppl back into the game?
Is it because the price of joining has gone beyond what ppl are willing to pay? ( i doubt so ) Is it because the karts are badly maintained and a vast standard exists rendering fair competition impossible? Is it due to poor safety and high accident/incidents – stemming from our poor regulation, poor safety briefing or driver self discipline? Or is it because the race formats or kart classes are no longer exciting to our drivers?
If we loose the drivers, where do they go now? What is pulling them there? What is keeping them there or is it a one off?
I know there are plenty of questions……and I do not have the questions but some of you will.
My observation is this. To do a race every month is exciting…..but at time taxing especially for those who works saturdays or go abroad often. For those who is into the championships, there is a certain pressure which perhaps makes it less fun if this is done every month. To this, I suggest we do a race every 2 months……which will still get you 6 exciting race in a year. Our AAM/KKS/RMC races are max 6 races a year, so take that as a hint.
Endurance Racing is a different discipline, no doubt fun but should not replace the sprint racing format MyKart is/was so famous for. But by all means, do the enduro as specials races too, maybe 2 or 3 a year.
Last but not least – is a change of venue needed? I am aware you all tried Sepang but decided to turn back citing poor support from the organiser. Can this be improved? Have you thought of trying a different organiser ie. at least one off to see what is good and what is bad? Maybe an enduro at the infamous Elite is a good try, and then you can gauge if they can do your sprints too?
One thing we need to realise is this – this is a sports and many people come and go. I have seen literally HUNDREDS of karters come in and leave the sports and I am talking about private karters. The same would be for fun karters too. Its impossible for Mykart to please everyone but i do think MyKart should continue. Some of you are already aware that Mykart had gained some recognition amongst the motorsports fraternity ( ie. organisers, SIC ) as a stepping stone for karting/motorsports enthusiasts and it will be a shame to drop this.
A revamp is needed ( on all levels ) but not a shutdown. FORZA MYKART!
If an old fella’s opinion ( me ) is needed, please approach.
[quote=TheFazz][quote=Jules]Thank you for sharing ur feedback. Sharing is caring, as they say….
Anymore from those who tested? Fazz?
Well, if AP have his ways – this could be the K2 so you will also be reading the reviews here closely soon![/quote]
sorry, i missed this.
yes, i took a test drive on this kart. only 3 laps. not sufficient to form a proper opinion. immediate impressions is that it is heavier than the normal 100cc yamaha. has good speed though. it doesn’t feel as nimble as the lighter 2-stroke karts. it has a bit more inertia particularly in corners, so you have to be smoother and more precise here.[/quote]
Thanks Fazz,
yes – it feels heavy but the engine power makes up for it plus of course a change in how you brake, steer and throttle the kart…..
[quote=rizalkhalid]
Are they available for fun karting now?[/quote]Not yet but seems like 15 units are on the way……..they are destined to replace the Yamaha 100cc karts which are at the end of their service life. Too much issues with their temperamental starting and expensive clutches……
Thank you for sharing ur feedback. Sharing is caring, as they say….
Anymore from those who tested? Fazz?
Well, if AP have his ways – this could be the K2 so you will also be reading the reviews here closely soon!
GP2 is more suited for car use as its nomex material. This also means its less abrasive resistant, which is prefered for kart use.
As such, it will not be cheap as well but its your wallet…..
Post more pics Chris, for a faster sale. ( there are car racers amongst us too )
[table #|Name|2010 Category| HP # |Email
1. |Desmond Khoo|K1||
2. |Ahmad Firdaus Mohamad Esman|K3/70 Champion / K2|0133408825|amad_1011@hotmail.com
3. |Fizree Helmi|K3||
4. |Faibs|K1||
5. |Nafis Ammar Adli |K3/45 champion K3 runners up |0176338874|amranbismail@yahoo.com.my
6. |M. Fikri Rahim|K2|0126235700|fikri_rahim@yahoo.com
7. |Fazz Rahman (full season)|K1|0193855055|fazz.forum@gmail.com
8. |Faiz Rahman|K2|0193855055|fazz.forum@gmail.com
9. |Mohd Zulfadli|K2|0122106640|mzulfadli11@gmail.com
10. |Amin Norizan|K3||
11. |S.Aminuddin|K3|0192403036|syamin99@gmail.com
12. |Naza (Masters)|K1|0123351900|naza2851@yahoo.com
13. |Tarmizi (Senior)|K1|0122489197|
14. |Jac Soo|K2|0166385708|jacquesoo@hotmail.com
15. |Kamal Afiq|K2|0148132083|kamal201090@hotmail.com
16. |Rizal Khalid|K2|0182002800|rizalkhalid@gmail.com
17. |JK Lim|K3 Champion||
18. |afiq Hamzah|k2||
19. |Yusnee|K1|012.326 7270|yusnee@gmail.com
20. |Seyz|k1||
21. |MK Tham|K2 (8th)|0127883154|tmunkeat@yahoo.com
22. |Choong Soon Wing|K2|0162221223|wingsetup@hotmail.com
23. |Lim Chong Han|K2|0127201366|tmunkeat@yahoo.com
24. |Kenyi Chew|K2|0177895558|kenmax28@hotmail.com
25. |Syamsul Razmin|K3|0126450927|syamsulrazmin@gmail.com
26. |SK Wong|K1|0166029701|
27. |Jules|K1|0123883269|julian.jules@gmail.com
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30. ||||]I use a GP6S which comes equipped with HANS.
Unless you are racing a car ( now and in future )…..its extra cost which you can spend elsewhere. I paid close to 4K for the helmet, no spoiler, clear visor.
GP6….would be almost double this price!
No idea on SK6…..we use the SK5 and the last I recall is it sold here 2nd hand for around RM1800. No visor, no spoiler too……and the iridum visor cost around Rm700.
You can ask Bombe in this forum to quote u or Kok Seng for the same. Alternatively – u may want shop in HK…..and bring in yourself.
[quote=naza]…what confuse…. confuse!….come and see me la…[/quote]
So now u owe Abang Naza and me, big TT!
[quote=Jac Soo][quote=Jules]If not collect by this Saturday…..then it’s MINE cos I was the one who found it!
Jac, u sure ah? that seems not so accurate lar. check ur car again![/quote]
Wah deng lor… few hundred bucks gone T_T[/quote]
Wah me save few hundred bucks! 🙂
If not collect by this Saturday…..then it’s MINE cos I was the one who found it!
Jac, u sure ah? that seems not so accurate lar. check ur car again!
U come, give a free talk to those keen AFTER our next mykart race. Only a suggestion.
Of course – subject to permission by MyKart Committee.
Just to add, the race is this Saturday starting from 12noon.
Friday will be warm ups n qualfying.
Thursday…registration, drivers’ briefing.
[quote=camel90]ahhh…..bro amin is going for a shopping spree i see?
drop me a text if u guys going for a shopping soon :P[/quote]
that NG fella ur friend? so now u wear AP stuff lar?
