TrailMaster Cheetah 8
#1 in Go-kartsFull review
A two-seat youth-to-adult buggy with reverse, suspension at both ends and a canopy. It suits families with drivers up to about 5 ft 8 in.
Amazon $2,637.50$2,637.50
The TrailMaster Cheetah 8 is the better go-kart or mini bike overall, rated 3.6 to 2.7. The TrailMaster Cheetah 8 leads on ride and safety. The Massimo GKM 200 wins on top speed. The Massimo GKM 200 costs $138.50 less ($2,499 vs $2,637.50).
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Massimo GKM 200
#7 in Go-kartsFull review
A full-size two-seat off-road buggy that tops out at 35 mph. It suits teens and adults with room to ride.
Amazon $2,499$2,499
Which should you buy?
- Choose the TrailMaster Cheetah 8 for ride and safety (front and rear suspension, hydraulic disc brake, reverse vs front suspension, hydraulic disc brake).
- Choose the Massimo GKM 200 for top speed (35 mph top speed vs 32 mph top speed).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every go-karts go-kart or mini bike; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | TrailMaster Cheetah 8 | Massimo GKM 200 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Price 25% | 6 $2,637.50 | 8 $2,499 |
| Top speed 20% | 89 32 mph top speed | 100 35 mph top speed |
| Rider weight 20% | 100 400 lb maximum rider weight | 0 maximum rider weight not published, scored as the lowest |
| Ride and safety 25% | 85 front and rear suspension, hydraulic disc brake, reverse | 52 front suspension, hydraulic disc brake |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| TrailMaster Cheetah 8 | Massimo GKM 200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Type | Go-kart | Go-kart |
| Fuel | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | 208 cc | 177 cc |
| Horsepower | 7.5 hp | 8.7 hp |
| Electric start | Yes | - |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 32 mph | 35 mph |
| Reverse | Yes | - |
| Rider | ||
| Max rider weight | 400 lb | - |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Seat height | 15.7 in | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc |
| Suspension | Front and rear | Front |
| Weight | 400 lb | 500 lb |