You can identify a Tony Kart chassis based on the tube diameter, axle diameter, and wheelbase of the chassis. These are the distinguishing features of how to identify Tony Kart Chassis.

  • Racer 401 RR has a 30 mm tube diameter, 50 mm axle diameter, and 1,045 mm wheelbase.
  • TDX has a 32 mm tube diameter, 50 mm axle diameter, and 1,045 mm wheelbase.
  • Rookie has a 28 mm tube diameter, 30 mm axle diameter, and 950 mm wheelbase.
  • Mini Kid has a 28 mm tube diameter, 30 mm axle diameter, and 900 mm wheelbase.
  • Micro has a 25 mm tube diameter, 25 mm axle diameter, and 800 mm wheelbase.
  • Viper, on the other hand, has a 32 mm tube diameter and a 40 mm axle diameter.

Are you still confused about how to identify properly? Well, we have a detailed guideline for you here. So keep reading.

How to Identify Tony Kart Chassis: A Quick Guide

To identify a Tony Kart chassis quickly, look for these attributes:

Features Racer 401 RRTDXRookieMini Kid MicroViper
Tube Diameter30 mm32 mm28 mm28 mm25 mm32 mm
Axle Diameter50 mm50 mm30 mm30 mm25 mm40 mm
Wheelbase 1,045 mm1,045 mm950 mm900 mm800 mm
Braking systemBSD, BSS with stub axles BSD, BSS with stub axles BSM5BSMMechanical hydraulic
Unique featureCombines M7 and M10Similar to the Racer 401 RR but thicker tubes.Floating disc brakeBuilt for 7 to 9 years old childrenBuilt for children under 7 years oldDouble protective perimeter

In the subsequent sections, I describe the different chassis for easier identification of different Tony Kart chassis. 

How to Identify Tony Kart Chassis: A Detailed Guide

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You can identify a chassis built by Tony Kart by looking at the features of the chassis.

How to Identify The Tony Kart Racer 401 RR

The Tony Kart Racer 401 RR is the latest version of the Tony Kart Racer chassis. Here are the features you need to look for to identify the Tony Kart Racer 401 RR:

  1. A Molybdenum chrome steel body frame
  2. 30 mm tube diameter
  3. 50 mm axle diameter
  4. 1,045 mm wheelbase
  5. M7 number plate spoiler
  6. A combination of the M7 with the new M10 fairing kit to further refine the kart’s aerodynamic profile
  7. Streamlined weight-saving side bumpers aiding in rear tire cooling
  8. An integral floorplate
  9. ABSD braking system
  10. The one-piece forged rear brake caliper features two 34.5 mm pistons and a stroke recovery system.
  11. The caliper and brake pump are made of durable Ergal material with hard oxidation to reduce wear.
  12. The brake line is constructed with an outer cover stainless steel braid and PTFE inner tube.
  13. An adjustable footrest
  14. An HGS steering wheel with high grip and comfortable rubber grips.
  15. An angled hub.
  16. The KZ braking systems have monobloc calipers with specific piston configurations.
  17. A BSS braking system with 22 mm pistons in the front and two 34.5 mm pistons in the rear. This is a feature found in the KZ and the DD2 category.
  18. BSZ braking system for OK category

Tony Kart TDX

If you want to identify the Tony Kart Racer TDX, look for these features of the chassis:

  1. TDX’s frame is made of 32 mm chrome molybdenum steel tubes. 
  2. 50 mm axle diameter
  3. 1,045 mm wheelbase
  4. M10 fairing kit combined with an M7 number plate spoiler
  5. Streamlined side bumpers aid rear tire cooling
  6. Adjustable front spoiler
  7. An “integral” floorplate from Krypton 801 R
  8. A BSD braking system.
  9. A one-piece forged rear brake caliper featuring two 34.5 mm pistons with stroke recovery.
  10. The caliper and brake pump kit are made of durable Ergal material
  11. An adjustable footrest
  12. An HGS steering wheel with a high grip and comfortable rubber grips
  13. An ergonomically angled hub
  14. BSS system with monobloc front calipers and 4 22 mm pistons with stroke recovery. For the shifter version, the BSZ system is the standard instead.

You may want to use softer tires if you are going to be using this chassis indoors. In that case, simply make a tire softener at home and soften the tires.

How to Identify The Tony Kart Racer TDX Chassis Category

Tony Kart Racer TDX Chassis
Source: Karting Classifieds

The Tony Kart Racer TDX of different categories can be identified by looking at the axle diameters. You can also look at their braking systems. The differences will be similar to that of the Tony Kart Racer 401 RR.

Tony Kart Rookie

If you want to identify a Tony Kart Racer Rookie chassis, however, look out for the following distinguishing features:

  1. 30 mm axle diameter
  2. 950 mm wheelbase
  3. 28 mm tube diameter
  4. Molybdenum chrome steel frame material
  5. Easy to setup
  6. A BSM5 brake system featuring automatic pedal stroke recovery and a new floating disc.
  7. Components are made of Ergal with hard oxidation treatment for anti-wear surface hardness.
  8. An adjustable footrest and a pedal attachment system for a complete rudder pedal.
  9. This chassis also features the innovative M8 fairing kit
  10. A green-colored number plate spoiler
  11. Aluminum machined components
  12. Alcantara steering wheel 
  13. 3-liter fuel tank.
  14. M8 CIK-FIA homologated bodywork

Make sure to have a riding spot near you.

In addition to this, the Tony Kart Racer Rookie chassis is available in two options since 2022: 

  1. The Tony Kart Racer Rookie EVS (soft tires)
  2. Tony Kart Racer Rookie EVH (hard tires)

Tony Kart Mini Kid

The Tony Kart Racer Mini Kid, on the other hand, comes with these characteristics:

  1. The Tony Kart Racer Mini Kid features a 900 mm wheelbase.
  2. Quick adjustable pedals and a sliding seat 
  3. 28 mm diameter tubes
  4. Aluminum AXPQ wheels
  5. A 30 mm diameter hollow axle
  6. Alcantara steering wheel.
  7. Rear plastic bumper with dedicated racing sticker kit
  8. A BSM braking system
  9. A 3-liter fuel tank
  10. ARROW, M5 spoiler, and front fairing customized stickers kit.

The Tony Kart Racer Mini Kid is particularly designed for children 7 to 9 years of age. These chassis are smaller in size and are built for safety. So, don’t worry if your child wants to go-kart.

Tony Kart Micro

Likewise, these are the features that can help you identify a Tony Kart Racer Micro:

  1. Adaptable driver seat height and pedal.
  2. A Micro chassis
  3. Design principles of the Tony Kart Racer 401 RR
  4. The components are all made of aluminum
  5. Molybdenum chrome steel framework
  6. An 800 mm wheelbase
  7. 25 mm axle diameter
  8. 25 mm tubes
  9. Mechanically operated braking system
  10.  Alcantara steering wheel
  11. Chrome steel rear bumper and customized stickers kit

Tony Kart Racer Viper

To identify the Tony Kart Racer Viper chassis, look for these attributes: 

  1. No complex set-up
  2. 32 mm tube
  3. The brake system is equipped with a 2-piston floating caliper with stroke recovery. It also incorporates a hydraulic brake pump with an oil tank, a self-ventilating disc, and a quick pad-changing system.
  4. Double safety system: perimeter protection with polizene and innovative shock absorber system with polyurethane.
  5. Cushioned steering column with 5 cm controlled movement
  6. Option to install Roll-Bar with safety belts.
  7. Quick control mechanism to adjust pedals and seat for different driver heights.
  8. Honda GX 270 cc and Honda GX 390 cc engine options.
  9. Optional RPM limited.
  10. Engine cut-off system
  11. Height: 645 mm without a roll bar
  12. Width: 1.367 mm
  13. Length: 1.985 mm
  14. 9-liter fuel tank capacity
  15. Belt or chain-driven transmission. But if you are using a chain, you need to pick the chain size that you need like that of 428 and 40 chain size.

These are great chassis for indoor racing in places like the K1 Speed.How to Understand The Homologation Number on The Tony Kart Chassis?

You can understand the homologation number of a Tony Kart chassis using its pattern. The first two digits indicate the application number to the CIK. The letters in the middle identify the part. The final two digits, on the other hand, indicate the homologation year.

So, 56/CH/14 indicates that the chassis had been homologated in 2014 and was the 56th accepted application.

Conclusion 

So, now you know all there is to know about how to identify Tony Kart chassis. Tony Kart makes and sells a variety of chassis for different categories of go-kart racing. So it is important that you pick the Tony Kart chassis that is right for you. I hope this article helped you easily pick the appropriate Tony Kart chassis.

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