The extension created to join the central crossbar to the left side permits an additional square-section bar, de facto transforming it into a “four-tube” chassis. “The research on concentrating the load ‘inside’ the chassis – said Giacchetto – produced positive results, especially on the traction of the kart with the wheels straight“. With the driver on board, the forces are distributed equally, not just on one are of the chassis: this factor helps during the set-up of the kart and is more noticeable when there is less grip out on the track.
The “round theme“, created in the design of the frame and present in all main 30 mm diameter tubes, contrasts with another innovation introduced on the Apache: square-section bars, used for the two additional bars and the supports for the seat and the tank. Slots are machined at various heights so that cables and fuel pipes can be positioned inside, keeping the area tidy.