When Should You Change Your Go-Kart Tire?
It is important to pay attention to your go-kart tires’ before racing. The lifespan of a go-kart tire could be 15 minutes or 15 years, depending on how the tire is used. Picking the appropriate go-kart tires for the weather and track conditions is also essential for a successful race. So, how do you know when to change your go-kart tire? Let’s find out:
Check the tread depth indicator
The tread depth indications can be clearly seen on your kart. These indications let you know how much tread is remaining before the tire starts to function improperly. Despite having adequate tread, a tire may not function as effectively for various reasons.
Pay attention to the wear on your kart tires
Tires for go-karts should be replaced when they are too worn out. Your ride will start to feel less smooth, especially through turns, so it's typically not difficult to recognize when to change them. Moreover, you can experience excessive drifting or sliding in the corners and decreased track traction.
Dry rotted tires
It is impossible for go-kart racing tires to run for an extended period of time without being dry-rotted. A dry rotten tire is left dry when exposed to too much sun. The moisture on the tire is evaporated to the point that it loses elasticity when it becomes moist, and it begins to shrink, leaving cracks behind. If you ever experience this issue on your tire, it should be replaced immediately.
Bottom line: Changing your kart tires all depends on how seriously you take racing. Three to four race weekends on a set of tires are reasonable if all you want to do is race and have fun. If you are in it for a competition, change them every racing day to have a smooth and successful race.
