The axle is the heart of any motorized drift trike build. Get it right and you have a machine that drifts smoothly, holds up under abuse, and is easy to maintain. Get it wrong and you are dealing with wobble, premature bearing failure, and a trike that handles like a shopping cart.
A drift trike axle kit is a complete rear axle assembly designed specifically for drift trike builds. A full kit typically includes:
1-inch axles are the standard for most beginner and intermediate builds. They are widely available, less expensive, and work well with most go-kart sprockets and hubs.
1-1/4-inch axles are heavier-duty and better suited for high-power builds or heavier riders. The larger diameter means more torsional strength.
The ROP Shop 40″ kit is one of the most complete drift trike axle packages available on Amazon. It includes the full axle shaft, two go-kart tires (11×6.00-5), wheel hubs, and all the hardware needed to mount it to a standard drift trike frame. Price: ~$319 | Axle Length: 40″ | Includes axle, 2 go-kart tires, hubs, hardware Check Price on Amazon →
BMI Karts is one of the most respected names in the go-kart and drift trike parts world. This heavy-duty kit is built for performance — the larger axle diameter handles more torque and stress than standard 1″ kits. Price: ~$225–$255 | Axle Diameter: 1-1/4″ Check Price at BMI Karts →
OMB Warehouse is a trusted drift trike parts supplier. Their 1″ standard live axle bearing kit is the go-to budget option at around $42–$90 depending on configuration. Check Price at OMB Warehouse →
For most first-time builders, the ROP Shop 40″ Axle & Wheel Kit is the easiest starting point — it comes with wheels included and has everything needed to complete the rear end of a standard drift trike build. For more serious performance builds, the BMI Karts 1-1/4″ Racing Axle Kit is the upgrade worth making.
