FORMULA TKM GOES TAG WITH NEW ENGINE OPTION

A new TAG style (touch and go) TKM BT82 engine will be unveiled by Tal-Ko in prototype at the Kartmania Show (Nov 29/30) as an option for the Formula TKM 2-stoke classes.
 
The newly developed engine is currently undergoing final development testing prior to its release on sale early next year. It will meet with Formula TKM regulations and be available as an option for both the Junior and Senior  classes running with the normal direct & clutched driven existing engines.
 
The new TAG engine will feature a modified crankcase, high quality starter motor, new ignition system and new type stronger clutch with starter gear. With the on board battery the TAG version will add around 5kg to the weight of a kart.
 
Announcing the new style engine Tal-Ko boss Alan Turney revealed that the company had looked at the principle of a TAG style engine some years ago but found the components available at that time were usually not fully developed, expensive and unreliable.
 
But he says: "Now that so many international classes use this technology the quality and availability of components is very good. We have been able to choose the very best to produce what we expect to be a very reliable and efficient system."
 
Aside from starting the engine the new ignition electronics in the system will also charge the on board battery whilst the engine is running which is a very desirable feature. 
 
No exact cost has been put on the TAG option but Tal-Ko expects it to only cost around £50 to £75 more than the cost of a current clutched engine with outboard starter. Because of the number of components changed it will not be possible to up-grade a non-TAG engine to the new specification.
 
First deliveries are expected to be around March next year. A strong demand is expected and orders will be taken now for delivery on a strictly first come first served basis.
 
Adds Alan Turney: "Our customers have been asking for this option and we are pleased to be able to meet their needs."

 

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