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ROTAX MAX KART RACING
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Rotax
Max Points
ROTAX MAX
is more than just a karting class based
around a spec engine. It is the embodiment of a return to
the art of racing. In a sport that has always been a combination
of science and art, these sealed engines have minimized
the role of science by combining maximum performance with
50 hours of running time backed by a 6 month warranty. Support
this technology with a worldwide program of regional, national
and world championships and you have The ROTAX MAX Challenge.
History
Organized in 1997 by the ROTAX Kart Center (a division of
Bombardier Ltd.), ROTAX MAX is the fastest growing kart
racing class in the world and is now organized by authorized
distributors as a national competition in over 32 countries
(Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Columbia, Cyprus,
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece,
Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, Netherlands,
New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Puerto Rico, South Africa,
Southern Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, UAE and USA. The engine
used is the FR-125 Max (FR-125 Junior for the Junior Max
Challenge) with strictly no modifications allowed.
A
key factor for the success of ROTAX MAX is strict control
over engine specifications. The engines are sealed by an
'Authorized ROTAX distributor' or their 'Authorized ROTAX
Service Centers', and they are the only ones allowed to
check, service and reseal the engines. The chassis type
is sanctioned by the ROTAX distributor and/or ROTAX Kart
Center and the only tires allowed are MOJO and Brigstone
YJP for Rain (developed specifically for the ROTAX MAX Challenge).
In
2000, SSC Racing launched the program in the United States
as the RMax Challenge. In 2002, SSC Racing estimates there
will be over 25 regional Challenges competing throughout
the USA. Five drivers from each class of each region will
be invited to the RMax Grand Nationals.
The
Grand Finals, A Real World Championship
The top drivers of each National ROTAX MAX Challenge will
be invited by the ROTAX Kart Center and its sponsors to
the annual 'ROTAX MAX WORLD FINALS' . All travel expenses,
accommodation and transport costs for the qualified drivers
and their karts will be covered by the ROTAX Kart Center
and it's sponsors.
The
ROTAX Driver
ROTAX MAX endeavors to provide, at club level, performance
approaching that of conventional 125cc racing karts combined
with low running costs and low noise levels. While there
is a ROTAX class for every age, the typical ROTAX driver
is in his mid 30's, middle to upper management, well educated,
has the need for speed but doesn't want to invest a lot
of time or money.
These
individuals simply want to go racing without the hassles
of maintaining fragile race engines. They have no visions
of becoming a Formula 1 driver and no desire to spend time
in the pits or their money buying a competitive advantage.
With ROTAX MAX,
it's about the art of racing.
HOTEL
INFORMATION:
Steinbrenner's
Yankee Ramada Inn: Located just off exit #354, and only
about 2 miles from the track! The Ramada has partnered up
with Ocala Gran Prix to offer discounted rooms for all of
our big races. The staff there is excellent and the hotel/resort
is great. Exit #354 (state road 27), just west of I-75.
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