Rookie Kart
Training wheels never looked so good
Our entry level racer is a great start for solo beginners. Capped at a maximum speed of 40km/h, the Rookie Kart is ideal for ages 6-11 ready to earn their racing stripes safely.
Rookie Kart stats
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Top speed
40km/h
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Lap record
51:972s
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Average lap time
67:00s
Testimonial from Jamie Whincup
"Ace Karts isn’t just an entertainment venue, it's a motorsport venue. The guys are serious racing enthusiasts – from the front desk to the chassis engineers.
The karts and circuit are really well balanced and reach speeds as good as any other hire kart track I’ve been to.
No matter what your motorsport experience, Ace Karts has exactly what you need to get that motorsport thrill."
Arrive and Drive
Arrive and Drive is modelled on real motorsport, bringing you the closest experience to professional racing in Melbourne. With outdoor tracks designed for speed and precision, you’ll tackle tight turns and technical corners that push your driving skills to the limit.
Family Session
Fast-moving families
Exclusive Races
Gather your crew for Melbourne’s top group karting experience. Ace Karts offers exclusive races perfect for birthdays, corporate events, or just a day of speedy fun with friends.
15 - 22 Drivers (Aged 18+)
Ideal for first-timers
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We wanted to find the perfect kart for beginners to learn in. One that offered a real life racing experience without compromising on safety. There was just one problem – we couldn't find one we were 100% happy with.
So we built it ourselves.
Every one of our Rookie Karts is custom-built from scratch by our in-house race engineer. Because we want beginners' karts we'd happily put our own kids in. That meant building one that handles easily – in any conditions. Wet or dry. Day or night.
The result? A finely-tuned beginner's kart that performs in perfect harmony with our track.
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Safety first. But that doesn't mean fun comes last. Rookie Karts are perfect for children between the ages of 6 and 11.
The Rookie Kart is a great introduction to the Ace Karts real life racing experience. With a restricted engine, rookie drivers can push the engine down the straights – to a maximum of 40kmh. It gives young guns their shot at conquering our outdoor track at a safe speed.
Children under 6 can ride shotgun with a parent or guardian on one of our 2Seater Karts.
Please note that all children under the age of 18 will need a parent or guardian to sign them in.
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The Rookie Kart's simple controls handle perfectly with minimal instruction. Colour-coded pedals are just one of its many built-in safety features:
- Restricted to 40km/h
- Roll bar
- Side rail
- Colour-coded pedals
- Hydraulic brakes
- Safety bar surrounding kart
- Can be remote-controlled for safety
Our race technician performs a rigorous pre and post-race safety check on every Rookie Kart. We don't start your race until we're positive every kart on the grid is 100% safe.
A specially-marked Rookie Kart race line at the side of the track allows faster drivers to pass safely.
The Track
Experience real life racing
Our outdoor track provides an authentic racing experience under the sun or night floodlights. Its series of tight turns and a 105-metre straight will challenge your skills and satisfy your need for speed, rain or shine.