The 'ARKS' Of Racing!

This entry is to discuss whether you need to sit an ARKS test or whether it is not necessary. I am currently racing a Tyro Kart which has its own class called 'The Tyro' and has been noticed by the MSA.

To race a Tyro kart you currently do not need to have taken an ARKS test which I think is a very good idea for people who are starting. For many other classes however you do need an ARKS test, for example, Junior Rotax and Junior TKM! An ARKS test consists of the driver being watched as they race around the circuit, the instructor looks for 4 things:

1. Safety
2. Speed
3. Consideration of other drivers
4. General knowledge of racing line

Once you have raced around the track the instructor will ask you a few questions to test your general knowledge of racing and knowledge of what the different racing flags mean and stand for.

Even though I am currently racing in a class that does not require an ARKS test, I am planning on taking it in May to ensure a smooth transition between Tyro and another class that requires an ARKS test.