Can you put a dirt bike engine in a golf cart?

The tools that you’ll need to add a motorcycle engine to your golf cart are fairly simple in design, inexpensive in most cases, and easy to find in most areas. You’ll probably need to seek out some of these items before you start because you may not have them in your garage already.

What engine can you put in a golf cart?

A Predator 420 engine is a great way to get the most out of your golf cart. It’s easy to install and maintain, so you don’t have to worry about it breaking down on you. Predator 420 engines are more fuel-efficient than gas-powered golf carts. Produces fewer emissions and is less noisy than most engines.

Can you put a gas engine in an electric golf cart?

An electric cart has a completely different rear axle than a gas cart and they are nowhere near compatible. The electric motor is directly connected to the axle and there is a single set of internal gears without a mechanical method of switching between Forward & Reverse.

Are golf cart motors interchangeable?

The motors and controllers are in no way interchangeable between a series and separately excited system, so be sure to educate yourself prior to ordering.

What does 800cc mean?

Ryan. the term cc in any engine is the displacement of the motor measured in cubic centimeters. a car that has a 1.8L engine will have an 1800cc engine. The displacement is a calculation of the bore and the stroke.

Does a gas golf cart have a transmission?

All golf carts (much like cars) have a clutch, which is the part of the drivetrain that helps the put the power of the motor down through to the wheels/ground. Golf cart clutches are a part of the Continuously Variable Transmission (or CVT).

Can I upgrade my golf cart motor?

In order to achieve more torque, you’re going to have to increase the RPM’s of your motor. First you’ll want to switch to a motor with a higher RPM. This may involve some spending if you want to upgrade your existing motor. The upside to this, is you don’t have to mess with voltage.

How many rpms does an electric golf cart motor turn?

Special Notes On Electric Golf Cars: 8″ tires, 3000 RPM, 6:1 gear ratio, top speed is 23.81 mph. 12″ tires, 4400 RPM, tops speed is 52.38 mph. Standard golf car controllers deliver a maximum of 225-275 amps sufficient for golf car applications and flat ground use.

What is a mule golf cart?

The MULE™ utility vehicle—and the entire utility vehicle category—was born in San Diego, California, on a cocktail napkin in August of 1980. This new creation was named the “Pony Truck” and was nicknamed the four-wheeled three-wheeler.