DAP KART (Kart Republic)- The Most Popular Kart On The Grid | REVIEW & ANALYSIS

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  • “In memory of Angelo Parrilla who unfortunately passed away on April 14th this year”.
    The DAP Kart has a lot of hype, with 40% of the Australian Kart Championship grid using this Kart Republic Built chassis.
    In this review we will take a close look at the DAP Kart and put it through our testing parameters at the Southern Go Kart Club to see what the hype is about.
    So, does it go as fast as it looks? After a day of testing, it is safe to say we have some exciting news for you.
    Speaking of exciting news, we will have more information on our Gant Glove and MIR partnership coming soon. Be sure to visit their pages below.
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    A massive thanks to Tom Williamson Motorsport & TD Racing
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  • @dannykong6067
    @dannykong6067 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Awesome review, very informative. This is exactly what the karting community needs, good side by side comparison between different karts.
    I see that most of the discussion is on facts instead of opinion. But bro this is your channel, dont hesitate to let us know what you really think of it !!!
    One thing I'd like to see is all the karts being tested on the same track so that we know how the lap time compares. Im running an 2019 second hand KR, and still figuring out if i should buy OTK or KR for my next kart. I think i will stick with KR after watching this video.

  • @sugeknight134
    @sugeknight134 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Cool to see DAP being brought back. My uncle raced for DAP and imported the chassis here in the states. Set a land speed record with their lay down kart and motor and several IKF and WKA championships. I remember Angelo would come down a few times a year. Super cool dude.

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching 👀 and the comment. 🤙

  • @claytonkesler2181
    @claytonkesler2181 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Glad to see another review! KRs aren't nearly as popular in the US. Depending on the series or where you run I'd say they make up maybe 10-20% of the grid. OTK just dominates the fields here. Keep em' coming!

    • @anthonyfrattaroliracing
      @anthonyfrattaroliracing ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve never even heard of them in Canada 🤣

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Clayton, thanks for watching 👀 Hopefully I can get my hands on a few more karts to review soon.
      I think the popularity is very dependant on the tyres used, in Australia we used to run on the MG Yellow tyre, like the US today, and the OTK kart was the most popular. We now race on the grippy LeCont Tyres like in Europe, and there has been a big trend towards the KR Karts. Thanks for the support.

  • @andykerr3803
    @andykerr3803 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review 👍

  • @PowerRepublic
    @PowerRepublic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Epic vid, love DAP karts. RIP Angelo

  • @kerrykelaher2607
    @kerrykelaher2607 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    1982 dap jesolo " like on rails sticky tyres most corners on 2 wheels ( can push hard only need fast motor especially on long straights )

  • @user-rr3gg6hj5e
    @user-rr3gg6hj5e 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    great video, thank you very much. one question regarding Ack_Ex what is the basic setting for the position on the steering column (med, up, down) and which tie rods are installed in conjunction with Ack_Ex...? Best regards and thanks, Pat

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sorry for the delayed response.
      In the middle on the steering column and go to tomwilliamsonmotorsport.com.au they should have the kit for you to buy.
      Thanks for watching 👀

  • @dakmckew3309
    @dakmckew3309 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey, really enjoy your videos. I was karting from 7 to 15 then took a break. Last class I ran was jmax 7 years ago. How much does a tag kart roughly weigh? Looking to get back into it and want to see if I need to lose or gain weight through led. Cheers

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Dak, thanks for watching 👀.
      Love the feedback, karts weight between 79kg (Arrow) to 82 kg with an X30 and no fuel. Light class is usually 160kg and Heavy is 180kg. Cheers

    • @Prawn47
      @Prawn47 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not the only kart that comes with a seat

  • @tonykartracer8032
    @tonykartracer8032 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys should do a comparison using late 90's to early 00's chassis' and see how they stack up against these new karts..... I'd venture to guess the time comparison isn't too far off one another. Chassis hasn't really changed much, other than the increase in price every damn year. Ridiculous!

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Tony Kart Racer,
      This a great idea 💡 👏
      I actually have a Tony Kart Mitox, I might be able to arrange this exact video.
      There are a few major differences, but I think lap times will be very comparable.
      Cheers

  • @augustinep6193
    @augustinep6193 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good.

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching 👀

  • @marktiltins8845
    @marktiltins8845 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Similar to a Kali Kart of the mid 80s

  • @Mahatheyew
    @Mahatheyew 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Are the Will Power Karts exactly the same as the Kart Republic also?

  • @KristianNguyen99
    @KristianNguyen99 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Would the FA2 OK kart be the same as the DAP Kart?

  • @HolyMacintosh
    @HolyMacintosh ปีที่แล้ว +2

    is anyone able to link the acriment adjustors? I cant seem to find them

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว

      Store.tomwilliammotorsport.com.au/product/ackerman-kit-stub-axle-extenders/

    • @daly46
      @daly46 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@vitalkarting the link doesn't seem to work. Is there another vendor? I'm looking to order a set

  • @GuardiansOfTheDonuts
    @GuardiansOfTheDonuts ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hope parolin up next?

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว

      As soon as I can get my hands on one I'll do a review. There is a massive backlog in Australia atm. Hopefully soon.

  • @MrHarvey1301
    @MrHarvey1301 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    parolin up next

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว

      As soon as I can get my hands on one I'll do a review. There is a massive backlog in Australia atm. Hopefully soon.

  • @kaitashakkori
    @kaitashakkori ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what's the base set up for the kart republic/dap chassis

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Kai Bib,
      1395mm rear track
      Medium axle
      Medium rear ride height
      Central Castor
      2mm toe out - overall
      2mm negative camber - overall
      10mm front spacers
      Seat in recommended position from KR
      Ackerman kit
      Plastic front bar.
      You should be sweet from there.
      If you have any other questions let me know.
      Cheers.

    • @kaitashakkori
      @kaitashakkori ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vitalkarting thanks mate

    • @dakmckew3309
      @dakmckew3309 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Any idea where I could find the recommended seat position guidelines online?

  • @nikolaschmidt1112
    @nikolaschmidt1112 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do a CRG, would be cool, don't see many of them

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are working on it

    • @nikolaschmidt1112
      @nikolaschmidt1112 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vitalkarting If you ever wanna try a DR in Vic let me know!

  • @anthonyfrattaroliracing
    @anthonyfrattaroliracing ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im from Canada and I’ve never heard of this kart before, let alone seen one. where are they popular???

    • @That1GoatSpeet
      @That1GoatSpeet ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Europe

    • @anthonyfrattaroliracing
      @anthonyfrattaroliracing ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@That1GoatSpeet I see. We only have Birel, OTK, Awesome Kart and Intrepid here. You'll see the odd CRG and recently Praga's though.

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Anthony, thanks for watching 👀
      Kart Republic are World Champions, they have also won the SKUSA Supernats in the USA and multiple Australia Championships. They are very popular in all of these regions.
      They are a top quality product.
      Cheers

    • @bootygod821
      @bootygod821 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Australia

  • @paulp1450
    @paulp1450 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Who is dealing with these in QLD?

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว

      CXR Racing Engines are what you are looking for 👍

  • @sambranston8994
    @sambranston8994 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Try a birel

    • @vitalkarting
      @vitalkarting  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Sam,
      I will be talking to Birel today.
      Thanks for watching 👀

    • @eeeagan4933
      @eeeagan4933 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vitalkartingyou testing a birel?

  • @DVerbe
    @DVerbe 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Not so popular in Europe, it’s 75% OTK here.