There is now a minimum driver weight. The purpose of the regulation is identified below. Non mandatory equipment it is implied to be weight as part of the kart. If this is being implemented in any other way I suggest a phone call to the MSA. They will NOT be happy that safety equipment is being discouraged. This is from msa web page
Reason: Safety. To negate the use of ‘weighted’ items such as rib protectors etc. Mandatory PPE includes helmet, gloves, boots and overalls, all as defined in U13.1-13.3
Note: the reason for this amendment is that following MSC approval it was noted that the regulation as written would put competitors at an unfair weight disadvantage within minimum total class weight by using potential additional non-mandatory safety items such as Rib Protectors. By simplifying the regulation we can ensure that drivers who are too small will not be permitted to enter the relevant classes. In addition to the change it is agreed to clarify 2012 Kart Race Yearbook regulations for the relevant Junior Classes to ensure a specific minimum driver weight is given, as follows with red additions:
Formula Rotax Junior Max
D1.8.2 Weight. Minimum of 148kg including driver at all times (driver min 40kg). Maximum kart weight without
driver is 108kg. Minimum
Rotax Mini Max
D4.8.3 Weight. Minimum of 135kg including driver at all times (driver min 37kg). Maximum kart weight without
driver is 98kg.
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