What safety gear must a karting driver wear?
Rule- South Africa
- Motorsport South Africa
- Karting
- All ages
- MSA GCRs 2026
- Rotax and ROK SSRs
- 2026
- Drivers
From the 2026 MSA National ROK Sporting Regulations (5.1), in all practice and racing:
- Helmet: full-face (chin protection), properly fastened, with a splinter-proof visor down. Must meet DOT, Snell, ECE or CMR specifications. Drivers aged 15 and younger must use CMR helmets. Helmets may not be used more than 10 years after manufacture, and labels must be visible.
- Gloves covering the hands and fingers completely.
- One-piece race suit with an FIA homologation number or MSA approval.
- Boots and socks covering and protecting the ankles.
- Chest guard: compulsory at National Championship events (FIA-approved highly recommended). Recommended for all drivers under 13.
- Neck brace: recommended, especially for drivers under 13.
The 2026 National Rotax regulations (15.4) require helmets, gloves, rib protectors, boots and overalls to be FIA Karting approved or MSA approved (GCR 239). Loose straps can earn the black and orange flag until fixed.
Added 22 Oct 2026