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A friend of mine is interested in starting racing karts, and has asked if I would like to be involved in some way, shape or form.

He knows nothing about the game, but just wants to go racing. Which leads me to a few questions that I thought I might throw at you guys?

1) Is Senior National ("J") class the best category for a 24 year old to start racing karts?

2) What is more cost effective - National or Clubman class?

3) How much would a competitive kart (new or under 2yr old) in either of these categories cost (including chassis, engine, wheels & tyres)?

4) On top of that, what sort of costs would someone be looking at to run one for a season (including testing)?

5) Anything else a newbie should know?

Many thanks.