Truth (and lies!) about kart chains - part 1 of 2

The article "The transmission of a kart" in the "Technique" section answered many of your questions about chains, gear wheels and sprockets, but do you still have some doubts about certain issues relating to chains? Do your paddock neighbours agree with technical opinions regarding the “chain” issue that do not convince you?

Here is the article that is right for you! 6 answers, by Michele Ratti (head of the Technical Department of Regina Catene Calibrate S.p.A.), to 6 questions/doubts that every practicing kart driver asks himself/herself sooner or later. This is only the first part, because a second episode of true or false relating to this fundamental component of the kart transmission will follow shortly (Rotax DD2 excluded, of course!).