In need of speed but don’t know where to unleash it? Go-karting is one of the best ways to appease the speed demon in you. The thunderous roars of the go kart engine, and the adrenaline rush from racing are enough to hook anyone to this recreational sport.
Fret not even if you’re a beginner as these go-kart tracks don’t discriminate the newbies from professionals. In fact, the staff are friendly and uphold strict safety standards to ensure everyone gets to race safely. For ladies, worry not as there’s a fair share of men and women too.
Read on to discover the 10 best go kart tracks in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.
1. Formula Karting, Kota Damansara
Nestled on the Encorp Strand Kota Damansara rooftop, Formula Karting has carved its niche as a popular hunting ground for competitive go-kart racers and newbies.
The tracks are impeccably clean and the machines are well-maintained. Before the race, the enthusiastic staff deliver clear briefings.
This go-kart track in Selangor starts with a 10-minute practice session followed by one Grand Prix race.
They offer single-kart and twin-seater karts that can accommodate two people in 1
kart.
The price to blaze the tracks for 10 minutes is RM60, RM8 for the balaclava, and RM3 for gloves. The twin kart debuts at a promo price of RM80 promo rice, and there are discounted family packages too.
Address: Encorp Strand Mall, Level 5 Car park, Jalan PJU 5/22, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Saturday & Sunday (11 am – 11 pm); Monday – Friday (4 pm – 11 pm)
Contact:
2. Morac Go Kart Track One Utama
Morac GoKart is an outdoor go kart track located in the open-air car park adjacent to the One Utama Shopping Mall's new wing.
Racers start indoors from the basement of a 2-story building that houses the equipment, while the upper deck allows visitors to watch the race.
The machines are responsive and easy to handle even for young children 9 years olds and above.
Morac tracks your time for every lap, tabulates, and emails your overall score at the end of the race, thus motivating drivers to better their previous records.
The experience starts with a 10-minute practice session followed by a competitive race session for 15 minutes.
Given the extensive use of muscles of your arms, shoulders, and legs to maneuver the handle and paddle, a 10-minute session will leave you drenched in sweat.
Expect some bumping here and there but be careful not to break anything. Otherwise, you’ll need to pay the penalty that ranges from RM50 to RM500.
Each single seater costs RM85 per session while a twin seater costs RM160 for 2 sessions.
Address: 1 Utama Shopping Centre, Lot 60947, 1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Wednesday– Sunday (12 pm – 12 am); Monday (2 pm-10 pm); Tuesday (4 pm-7 pm; 8 pm-12 am)
Contact: 011-2570 7005
3. X Park Sunway Serene
X Park Sunway Serene is the largest indoor go kart track in Petaling Jaya and Malaysia.
This go-kart track at the heart of Kelana Jaya features a well-designed circuit with plenty of twists and turns to challenge drivers.
The track’s surface is smooth and void of potholes, thus minimizing untoward accidents.
Given its well-lit interior, navigating within its space is easy regardless of the weather and time.
While the machines are in tip-top condition, the go-karts do not have safety belts attached.
X Park Sunway Serene offers a range of pricings and packages, with single and double-seaters costing RM70 while kiddie karts cost RM35 for a 10-minute session.
There are mini-race and multiple-race packages that their friendly staff will recommend based on one’s experience.
After a thrilling race, you can head over to a famous nasi biryani café within walking distance.
Address: Lot No, 1, Jalan SS 8/6, Sungai Way Free Trade Industrial Zone, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Weekends (10 am – 12 am); Weekdays (4 pm – 12 am)
Contact: 012-973 6300
4. Evolt Karting
Evolt Karting boasts a long, 600m well-maintained and air-conditioned waiting room with ample space to chill and rest.
The karts are electric karts, which means you won't have to put up with toxic and smelly emissions from the karts in front of you.
The indoor track is well-lit, airy, and immaculately clean equipped with a cafe and sufficient seating space upstairs.
Thronged by families on weekends, there are only 2 double karts available on hand, which is insufficient to cater to the busy family crowd
Also, be prepared to queue especially on weekends as the place is brimming with people.
Address: U6, PT 3779 (HSM 6462 Jalan 4D, Seksyen, Kampung Subang Baru, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor
Operating Hours: 12 pm – 12 am on weekends; 4 pm – 12 am on weekdays
Contact: 012-648 8064
5. MyKart Raceway Tropicana Gardens Mall
MyKart Raceway is an indoor go kart track unaffected by rain or shine.
Unlike other outlets, their electric karts come with highly responsive acceleration.
Nevertheless, some karts tend to vibrate more than they should when driven at high speed.
The cement-paved track offers a thrilling and fast race. So you can expect it to be more slippery than normal.
This go kart operator in Petaling Jaya can improve on their registration process which is not user-friendly and lengthy via the MyKart mobile app.
Pricing-wise, a 10-minute race costs RM75 per session, and 3 rounds around the track costs RM195.
Address: B4-GK-01, Basement 4, Tropicana Gardens Mall, 2A, Persiaran Surian, Tropicana Indah, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Saturday & Sunday (10 am – 12 am); Monday – Thursday (12.30 pm – 10 pm); Friday (3.30 pm – 12 am)
Contact: 016-902 2988
Links: Website
6. Lalaspeed Ekart Raceway
Lalaspeed Ekart Raceway is the first rooftop electric go kart track in Malaysia.
Perched at the top of Lalaport Bukit Bintang Mall with a panoramic view of the city skyline, the Merdeka Tower makes a stunning backdrop from the rooftop. The views at night are breathtaking, with the skyline transforming into a colorful display of neon lights.
The beginner karts are not very fast. Daredevils can opt for faster karts for a more thrilling race with sharp corners that can be challenging.
The staff pay extra emphasis on safety measures during the briefing, making it a safe race track even for 8-year-olds.
At RM68 for 2 race sessions, the accommodative staff help to take family photos, making it a pleasant experience for gatherings and outings.
Address: Lot L5-AP-01b, Level 5 Lalaport, Bukit Bintang, 55200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: 11.30 am – 10 pm daily
Contact: 012-526 8311
Links: Instagram
7. Blastacars Malaysia Kuala Lumpur
Occupying the parking lot on the 5th floor Sungai Wang Plaza, this go kart track in Kuala Lumpur features unique karts that are bigger than regular ones. This enables taller and bigger drivers to participate comfortably.
The drift karts can slide and drift around the corners, allowing novice drifters to hone their budding skills. The novel tracks are slippery for a purpose and the circuit can accommodate up to 10 karts in one race.
Staffs are friendly and will accommodate your requests for photo sessions and video recording too.
Address: 5F- 001, 5th Floor Sungei Wang Plaza, 50250 Wilayah Persekutuan KL
Operating Hours: 11 am – 8 pm daily
Contact: 019-934 1349
8. GP Metakart Bangsar Shopping Center
If you’re looking for a child friendly go karting track in KL, then GP Metakart Bangsar checks all the right boxes.
Managed and owned by the renowned Jungle Gym operator, OWG Group, children as young as 2 years old can ride with parents to experience the thrills of go-karting.
The staffs are emphatic towards children of all walks of life, including those with learning disabilities and OKU.
The electric go-karts are also built with drift capabilities, thus allowing young riders to get acquainted with the sport in a safe and fun environment.
The price to go kart is the cheapest among the other venues, starting at RM35 for adults and RM29 for children for 10 laps.
Address: 4th Floor, Bangsar Shopping Centre, 285, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar, 59000 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: 10 am – 7 pm daily
Contact: 012-391 1529
9. Puchong Go Kart
Pictures courtesy of Puchong Go Kart on Instagram and Google.
Puchong Go Kart is an indoor go kart circuit that sports a cool environment with blue lighting and blue-rimmed machines.
The karts are responsive and fast, making the race exhilarating in a tight, small circuit.
Some sections have technical turns that will require a good balance between speed and brake control. They also provide a cushion to block the heat emanating from the motor.
The staff manning the track are friendly, smiley, and attentive. Since it’s an indoor go kart track, the temperamental weather be it rain or shine will not damper your karting experience.
Address: Jalan PU 1/20A, Taman Puchong Utama, 47100 Puchong, Selangor
Operating Hours: 10 am – 1 am daily
Contact: 016-353 2118
10. City Karting
As the first, oldest, and largest outdoor go kart track in Malaysia, City Karting boasts a lengthy track spanning 1.16km with 12 turns to boot!
This pioneering go kart in Shah Alam offers a whopping 50 karts with a maximum capacity of 300 people on premises.
City Karting’s karts cater to a wide range of drivers based on experience. In fact, it’s the only place offering 125cc 2-stroke rental karts. Apart from the 125cc, you can choose from other kart options including 200cc and 270cc.
Considering it’s an open go-kart circuit, races will be halted during bad weather conditions. When the track is wet due to rain, expect driving conditions to be more challenging as the karts tend to drift.
In addition, the current heat wave makes the track sweltering hot during mid-day. Thus, the best time to race is in the evening.
Address: Go Kart Circuit, Stadium Car Park, Western 5, Seksyen 13, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday (10 am – 7 pm); Sunday, Tuesday – Friday (10 am – 10 pm); Saturday (10 am – 11 pm)
Contact: 017-387 5868
Conclusion
Be it go-karting in Kuala Lumpur or Selangor, you’ll be spoilt for choices with indoor and outdoor tracks suitable for all levels of expertise within the Klang Valley.
The race duration among all go kart operators is standardized at 10 minutes per race for a reason. The machine’s engine must be cooled down after 10 minutes to prevent overheating. And if your thirst for speed has not been quenched, you can hop into another kart to blaze the tracks.
Safety precautions are steep among operators and you’re ensured a roaring good time packed with thrills and minimal spills!
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