If this flag is pointed at you, you know you’re in trouble! Some clubs give a black and white diagonal flag as a warning first, must usually you will simply be instructed to proceed to the pits immediately. You are to proceed to the pits cautiously as soon as possible.īlack Flag – Disqualification flags are used when there has been a foul on the track. If this flag is pointed at you, there is something mechanically wrong with your kart or racing clothing. Stop immediately on the side of the track or proceed to the nearest racing marshal when directed to do so.īlack with Circle – This is a mechanical flag. It’s important to keep an eye out and be cautious as to not cause an accident. If you are shown this flag, yield the racing line to the faster go karts that are approaching. No overtaking is permitted on a caution flag.īlue – A blue flag indicates overtaking. Drivers must slow down and approach with caution to pass the go karts that may be stopped on the track. In a race situation it usually indicates that there has been an accident or spin out. Yellow – A yellow flag signals a warning or caution.

This varies from place to place, as a lighting system may be used in some cases.

Green – A green flag may often be used to signal the start of a race. For the most part the colors and meanings below are pretty universal from track to track.

It’s always best to ask an official before hand if you are unsure of which karting flags they are using. Your club may use a different set of flags to officiate the race. Here is a simple break down of what the typical racing flags mean for most go-kart events.

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