An axle is a rear shaft on the rear of your go-kart, which connects both wheels. A live axle is an axle that enables equal power distribution to both rear wheels, as the entire rear axle rotates at the same speed. Live axles are great for go-kart acceleration and speed.

A live axle kit will contain all the required components for you to install and operate the axle on a go-kart. This is extremely useful if you’re building your own kart or replacing your current rear axle. Let’s take a look at the best live axle kits for go-karts.

1. ZXTDR Live Axle Kit

The ZXTDR Live Axle Kit is the best live axle kit in our list as it has the perfect ratio of affordability and build quality. It also contains all the parts that are required to install a live axle on your go-kart.

It contains a live axle, a T8F sprocket, a brake disc and two pillow block bearings. The overall length of the axle is 740mm (29-1/8″), whereby the thickest part of the shaft is 22mm (0.866”). The ZXTDR Live Axle Kit is most suitable for 6-inch wheels with a 3 lug bolt pattern. Overall, it’s a great option if you’re building your own go-kart.

2. MotorFansClub Live Axle Kit

The MotorFansClub Live Axle Kit is another great option if you’re building your own go-kart or if you are looking to replace an existing axle. This kit contains an extensive amount of components for your go-kart.

There’s a live rear axle, a brake disk, brake components, a sprocket and two pillow blocks. All parts are compatible with each other and are made of high-grade steel. The overall length of the live axle is 80cm (31.49”). It also contains a T8F sprocket that fits perfectly on the live axle, with a corresponding chain.

3. TDPRO Live Axle Kit

The Live Axle Kit TDPRO is also a great option if you’re building a homemade go-kart or replacing the existing live axle on your go-kart. It also contains all the essential components to install and operate the axle.

The live axle kit includes the axle itself, a brake kit, a 58-tooth sprocket, a disk brake and two pillow blocks. The axle has a total length of 740mm (29 1/8″) and a width of 22mm (0.866”). It’s suitable for any type of go-kart with a recommended wheel size of around 6 inches. Please note that the roller chain is not included.

4. BMI Karts Live Axle Kit

BMI is known as one of the largest wholesalers and retailers of go-kart parts in the United States. The BMI Live Axle Kit is made using high-grade materials and the kit itself also contains more than only the essential parts.

In this live axle kit you’ll be able to find a live axle, three aluminium race hubs, a sprocket, a #40 chain, assembly hardware, two pillow blocks and even a go-kart clutch. As you can see, this is one of the most fully-fledged axle kits on the market and is especially great for homemade or custom go-karts. Please bear in mind that there is no brake kit included.

5. WPHMOTO Live Axle Kit

The kit contains a live axle, assembly hardware, a sprocket, a brake disk and two pillow blocks. The overall length of the axle is 740mm (29 1/8″) and the width is 22mm (0.866”). Overall, the WPHMOTO Live Axle Kit is an optimal kit for homemade go-karts.