Step 1 Complete

We found a suitable go kart!

Here it is:


Here are the engines (that's right, plural):


6.5 HP may not seem like much, but with both it's plenty:


It's a little rusty but both engines still run great and we picked it up for only $900!

Now you're probably wondering: why 2 engines?
Well, that's one of the core ideas for the Hx2. As you may have just realized, the x2 in the name signifies this, but, I'll give you $5 if you can guess for what the H stands...

...That's right: Hayabusa. To this day the Suzuki GSX1300R a.k.a. the Hayabusa, stands as the most powerful production motorcycle in the world thanks to its incredible engine. In the 2008 model, the 1340cc monster produces almost 200 BHP and well over 100 lbs-ft of torque which is housed in a package that weighs less than 500 lbs. With all that said, people have been putting motorcycle engines (including the Hayabusa) in cars for pretty much as long as motorcycles have been around. And why not? They're small, light, powerful and will turn over many times faster than typical car engines. For these reasons they're perfect for an application such as the Hx2.

I realize I haven't really answered the question, and I'm not going to today. However, I will say, one of the modifications will be adding another rear brake, which will facilitate major surgery and the realization of the single most important aspect of the car. Remember, foundations.

Stay tuned for more in the days and weeks to come.