Prominent and leading South Australian Clubman Heavy driver Mike Cross drove the recently released 09 spec 32mm AKS Benson chassis powered by new PRD Fireball 125 motor.    This combination was an ‘out the box’ set up apart from running in the motor.   It proved to be outstanding and drew considerable interest and favourable comments from other karters.

Unfortunately, in two of the four heats, Mike had to withdraw due to the loss of a plug lead during Heat 3 and the loosening of the header pipe nuts during Heat 4. That’s motor sport!

Entered in the Sportsman 125 Light Class, racing on the more economical MG Red tyres, the kart and motor performed faultlessly winning the first 2 heats by the length of the Bolivar straight.  Mike was wrapped with the combination and reported the chassis was excellent to drive and handled a treat. The motor was fantastic with excellent pull out of corners and had extremely good mid range power.

Dave (AKS boss) says there are a few ‘tweaks’ that can be done to the motor which we're sure will enhance the performance even further. We intend to complete extensive track testing over the break period with this kart so our customers can be assured of getting the best from this package.

AKS is promoting the package as a great TAG (open or restricted) combination or the class that is proving to be very popular, Sportsman 125 (MG Red tyres).  Dave is making this kart available for eligible karters to test drive.