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 The EKN 2011 Chassis Preview Editorial Series was designed during this off-season to provide the karting community with a unique opportunity to become informed of the most popular and successful brands available in the North American market, all from the warmth of their home computers or mobile devices. The karting industry is by no means short on options regarding chassis selection, and our goal with this article series is to help narrow down your choices while educating the community on what exactly is offered by each manufacturer and its United States or Canadian importer/distributor.
 With over 50 years of history and development, the Birel brand is among the leaders in the sport of karting. Over 25 world karting championships, in addition to numerous European and other titles, further illustrate the success achieved by the Italian manufacturer. In the United States, a number of historic figures have driven the brand, including 1978 world champion Lake Speed, Lynn Haddock, and many others. In recent years, the Cadet models of Birel have shined, gaining numerous victories and championships throughout the country. MRP Motorsport has established a strong dealership program to help further support Birel drivers all across the United States. Birel has earned the WKA Manufacturers Championship Trophy in the Manufacturer’s Cup Series for the past three seasons.
United States Distributor
Name: Birel America / MRP Motorsport
Primary Contact: Marc Miller
Address: 105 North Elm Street - Three Oaks, MI 49128
Phone: 269.756.9133
Fax: 269.756.9138
E-Mail:
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Website: http://www.BirelAmerica.com / http://www.mrpmotorsport.com
EKN Featured Dealers:
3G Kart Racing: Katy, TX - 281.599.0851 - http://www.3gkartracing.com
Andersen Race Park: Palmetto, FL - 941.723.3900 - http://www.andersenracepark.com
C2 Kart Supply: Smith Falls, Ontario, Canada - 613.327.5308 - http://www.c2kartsupply.com
Motorama Kart Parts: Indianapolis, IN - 317.858.8888 - http://www.mkpshop.com
Rysa Racing: Miami, FL - 305.687.8711 - http://www.rysaracing.com
Canadian Distributor
Name: SRA Karting
Address: 270, Ludger-Rochon - St-Roch-de-L’Achigan, QC, Canada, J0K 3H0
Phone: 450.588.5622
E-Mail:
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Website: http://www.srakarting.com
Dealers:
To locate your nearest dealer or for dealer inquiries, phone MRP 269-756-9133 or via email:
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Birel CRY30-S3
Homologation #: 25/CH/14
Model Description / Intended Use: 125cc Shifterkart Racing
Tubing Diameter(s): 30mm
Front Width: 715mm
Rear Width: 645mm
Wheelbase: 1040mm (w/ optional 1045mm kit)
Side Bar: Removal Torsion Bar
Front Bar: Removal Torsion Bar
Rear Bar: N/A
Brake System: 4-Wheel Hydraulic “CX”
Axle: Freeline 50x2x1040mm “F”
Seat: Freeline
Rims: Freeline DF130 / DF210 Magnesium
Bodywork: Freeline CIK 09-14
MSRP: $6,095
Comments:
The CRY30-S3 comes standard with the Motorsport bodywork kit and accessories including Freeline Hi-Tech components. Further work has been completed on making the braking system even better with additional adjustments available in the master cylinder. The front wheel braking system now comes with longer front hub pins, providing the ability to achieve wider front width. In addition, an optional bearing cassette kit is available to lengthen the wheelbase an additional 5mm.
Birel RY30-S3
Homologation #: 25/CH/14
Model Description / Intended Use: 100cc Junior and Senior, 125cc Rotax/TaG Junior & Senior applications
Tubing Diameter(s): 30mm
Front Width: 715mm
Rear Width: 645mm
Wheelbase: 1040mm (w/ optional 1045mm kit)
Side Bar: Removal Torsion Bar
Front Bar: Removal Torsion Bar
Rear Bar: N/A
Brake System: Hydraulic “CX”
Axle: Freeline 50x2x1040mm “F”
Seat: Freeline
Rims: Freeline DF130 / DF210 Magnesium
Bodywork: Freeline CIK 09-14
MSRP: $4,699
Comments:
The RY30-S3 comes standard with the Motorsport bodywork kit and accessories including Freeline Hi-Tech components. Further work has been completed on making the braking system even better with additional adjustments available in the master cylinder. In addition, an optional bearing cassette kit is available to lengthen the wheelbase an additional 5mm.
Birel AR28Y
Homologation #: N/A
Model Description / Intended Use: All junior sportsman categories
Tubing Diameter(s): 28mm
Front Width: 640mm
Rear Width: 595mm
Wheelbase: 1020mm
Side Bar: N/A
Front Bar: Removal Torsion Bar
Rear Bar: N/A
Brake System: Hydraulic “CX”
Axle: Freeline 30x2.5x1040mm “F”
Seat: Freeline
Rims: Freeline CR130 / DR130 Magnesium
Bodywork: Freeline CSAI 10-14
MSRP: $3,120
Comments:
The AR28 was first offered in 1999 as a chassis designed specifically for the 4-cycle market. To this day, each revision of the AR28 has been used to win U.S. and Canadian National 4-Cycle titles. Beginning in 2001, MRP's in-house race team began utilizing the kart, the AR28CX model, in the Rotax Junior category, scoring a US Rotax Junior title with driver Jonathan Beason. By 2003, the chassis had evolved into the AR28CY, coming with new style bodywork and tailored still for the 4-cycle market, but also the Junior Sportsman categories as well. The chassis' success in Rotax Junior continued with Timmy Megenbier placing second at the 2004 US Rotax Grand Nationals. For 2006, the AR28Z was offered with a focus on the junior 2-cycle market. Sage Karam won a WKA Triple Crown using the chassis starting a string of success stories. Since 2006 several drivers have scored national championships using the AR28. Jake Cole, Gresham Wagner, James Bennett all used the chassis ,while Karam added a few more titles as well. Now, entering into 2011, the latest revision, the AR28Y, continues the model’s success with wins on the national tour already logged. With many Junior Sportsman drivers campaigning the kart for the 2011 season, the AR28 will no doubt continue to be one of the most dominant kart for its category.
Birel C28Z
Homologation #: 02/CH/14
Model Description / Intended Use: Cadet, Rotax MicroMax & Rotax MiniMax
Tubing Diameter(s): 28mm
Front Width: 640mm
Rear Width: 595mm
Wheelbase: 950mm
Side Bar: N/A
Front Bar: Removal Torsion Bar
Rear Bar: N/A
Brake System: Hydraulic “CX”
Axle: Freeline 30x2.5x1040mm “F”
Seat: Freeline
Rims: Freeline CH130 / DH130 Aluminum
Bodywork: Freeline CSAI 10-14
MSRP: $2,995
Comments:
Since the beginning of the ‘Cadet Kart’ movement (short wheelbase for younger and small drivers), the Birel C28 has been a leader in ease of use, design, simplicity and success. The C28 has easily been the most popular and successful ‘Cadet’ chassis with local, regional and national wins since its inception. Whether it is the cadet category or either the Rotax Micro or Mini Max classes, the C28 has been a stepping stone for many hundreds of new kart racers that have grown up in our sport. Most of the C28’s success comes from its simplicity. Very few adjustments are necessary regardless of the class or conditions. Further, the sheer number of C28 participants provide new buyers with plenty of support at the track.
EKN 2011 Chassis Preview Editorial Series: Birel
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