The Best Electric Dirt Bikes of 2023
Remarkably, only one of them went for the Dirt-E joke.
The motoring world is going electric. And it’s not just fancy, 1,000-horsepower, six-figure electric trucks. Electric motorcycle options have been increasing over the past few years. And even the relatively humble and underpowered dirt bike segment now offers a proliferation of emissions-free options — and we’re here to help you separate the battery-powered wheat from the chaff.
Why You Should Get an Electric Dirt Bike
Helps Save the Planet: Smaller motorcycles are far from the most fuel-thirsty vehicles. But electric dirt bikes still reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and every little bit helps.
Less Maintenance: Electric motors require far fewer moving parts. That means more time riding and less time (and money) replacing parts. You also don’t need to buy things like oil.
Less Noise: Electric dirt bikes do make some noise, but they make less than internal-combustion dirt bikes — noise that can diminish the enjoyment of being in nature for riders and those nearby.
Accessible to New Riders: Like electric cars, electric dirt bikes do not need a manual transmission. This may disappoint some riders looking for a traditional feel. But it’s also way easier to manage while off-road.
Torque: Electric dirt bikes tend to have a lot of torque, and it comes on instantly. This helps them accelerate rapidly and feel quick in everyday riding.
What to Look For
Street Legality: Like combustion dirt bikes, many of them will not be street-legal. And you may live in a municipality that will confiscate and crush them if you try to use them for that — electric or not. There are dual-sport electric dirt bikes (lighter than adventure motorcycles), which can also be used as commuter bikes. But make sure you clarify that before buying.
Battery Range: Range is a significant drawback to any electric vehicle. You want to ensure you have enough range to do the amount of riding you’re planning. expensive electric dirt bikes will have range that can exceed what most drives can handle physically. But that may be costly.
Battery Charging: A nother important factor beyond range is how long it takes to charge the battery. Shorter is better. Manufacturers may offer accessories that improve charging speed. Some dirt bikes can instantly swap in a newly charged battery and return to the trail.
How We Tested
Gear Patrol writers and editors are continually testing the best electric dirt bikes on a variety of terrains to update this guide looking at features like comfort, ease of use and riding characteristics. Our testers have spent time riding the Zero XF and the Cake Kalk INK so far; however, we’ll be updating this guide as we continue to test more models.
Zero’s FX isn’t a one-trick pony; it’s good at a little bit of everything. It’s fast but torque-heavy up front. For comparison, it’s nimble but still about 50 pounds heavier than KTM’s 350EXC-F. And it’s quiet, which anyone who’s ridden a dual sport before knows has distinct advantages and downsides. (Upsides include not disturbing nature as you ride through and saving your eardrums; cons include being unable to announce yourself to other riders on the trail or cars on the street.)
The FX’s ride is very smooth — from city streets to rutted-out trails and even completely off-road in the ungroomed wild. The tires grip well on city streets, even after a light rain. The FX can reach a top speed of 85, but I rarely found myself pushing it above 65 — this is a great cruising bike built for the trails as much as it is for the road. The acceleration feels torque-y until you get the hang of the feeling; I’d recommend starting in Eco until you get a feel for how the bike handles, experienced rider or not.
The profile is lean and mean, just as advertised. Your tester is 5’4” and weigh 110 pounds, and she could handle and maneuver this bike with relative ease, although she did make sure to get comfortable on the bike on uncrowded trails before taking it to the streets. Zero says the charging time is 1.3 hours, but I found it to be much longer than that. the bike was delivered to me with an 80 percent charge, and it took more than two hours to get it full. The range is 91 miles which is a solid day’s ride, but unless you have the means to give the bike a good overnight charge, you’ll be SOL the next day. And that 91-mile range is in the city — if you’re riding on the highway at 70 mph without starting and stopping, it drops to 39 miles per charge.
We’ve been fans of Swedish manufacturer Cake — and Stefan Ytterborn’s helmet/eyewear/apparel brand, POC — for years. Founded in 2016, Cake has consistently put out smooth, innovative electric bikes that offer both gorgeous looks and purpose-built function.
The Kalk class of offroaders, however, is much more about play than work. The street-legal Kalk INK picks up quick thanks to 252Nm of electric torque, while reliable suspension (200mm of travel) and beefy dual-sport motorcycle tires help you keep the shiny side up from the road to the trails.
- Removable battery charges from 0 to 80 percent in two hours, 0 to 100 percent in three
- Three ride modes and three braking modes adapt to your style and environment
- Not exactly the cushiest seat on the planet (or this page)
- You must come to a full stop to adjust ride and braking modes
Venom 1600W Kids Electric Dirt Bike | Lithium | 48V
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Venom Electric 1600W Pro Dirt Bike Lithium 48V
BIGGEST Most Powerful Electric Motocross Dirt Bike! Seat Height of 27 inches!
We welcome you to the BIGGEST electric dirt bike on the market with a heavy duty 1600w battery pack! The Venom Pro 1600w dirt bike comes equipped with 14 Front Rim 12 Rear Rim, a Lithium Ion battery pack, advanced speed governor settings (Throttle Response, Top Speed), gold plated front forks, and more. Great for riding in the driveway, backyard, and off-road trails! Comes included with Knobby tires to help handle rough off-road trails and hilly areas. The upgraded 48V Lithium battery is substantially lighter, offers greater performance, and the longest lasting ride time on an electric dirt bike.
The new Venom Pro Lithium Electric Dirt bike comes equipped with Hydraulic disc brakes for increased braking and excellent stopping power. The upgraded 1600 Watts rare-earth brushless electric motor will give you power for almost every road condition. The installed Advanced Speed Governor will allow you to customize your rider experience and customizable for every parent’s preferences!
The Venom Pro Kids Dirt Bike features a powerful lithium battery, providing 48V and 1600W of robust performance. Its low-weight, long-lasting design is perfect for a long day of dirt biking, offering up to 2 hours of runtime and extra torque. Experience expert engineering and thrilling, off-road adventures.
Great for Kids and Teens aged 13
S: Speed Control
5Mph. 25Mph (adjustable with variable knob)
R: Response Control
.2sec. 1sec (adjustable with variable knob)
The Venom Lithium Electric Dirt Bike is available in a couple of colors. This will be matched with its aerodynamic design for a truly awesome ride. This electric motocross is equipped with rubber tires; do not be scared to take it out on the trails, in the mud, or even in the snow! You will notice the Pro Lithium 48V Motocross has enough power for uphills and inclines.
Always wear DOT approved helmet and riding gear when riding!
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The VENOM Pro Electric 48V Lithium Dirt Bike Comes Equipped and Installed With Over 700 Worth of Upgrades!
FREE UPGRADED BIGGER FRAME TIRES (150 value)
The new Lithium Venom Electric Dirt Bike is built on solid steel frame with a bigger seat height of 27 inches from the ground up. You will notice the bigger front rear tires installed on this model:
Front Tire: 2.75×14 Knobby Pneumatic Rear Tire: 3.00×12 Knobby Pneumatic
FREE UPGRADE TO 48 VOLTS LITHIUM BATTERY (250 value)
Not only do you get longer ride times, the lithium battery is much lighter and provides a much quicker recharge time.
FREE UPGRADED 1600 WATTS RARE-EARTH BRUSHLESS MOTOR (150 value)
Strong and powerful 1600 watts motor will give you a top speed of 30 km/h with enough torque and power for inclines.
FREE UPGRADED ADVANCED SPEED GOVERNOR (75 value)
S: Speed Control
5Mph. 25Mph (adjustable with variable knob)
R: Response Control
.2sec. 1sec (adjustable with variable knob)
FREE UPGRADE TO WATERPROOF BEARINGS GOLD FRONT SHOCKS (75 value)
Great for off-roading in muddy environments and the Dual Hydraulic front shocks are ready for your adventures! Also equipped with Hydraulic Disc Brakes, this is a safer system than your average cable braking systems This braking system provides greater control and stopping power, making it the perfect choice for the adventurous rider.
Surron X Bike (Black Edition)
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Also this bike is offered with the 38ah battery upgrade. The upgraded battery will give you a few extra miles of range and uses the Samsung 35E cell instead of the standard Panasonic PF cell.
This has the X-controller with Regen breaking and quieter operation. 80amps of power. Programming instructions can be found (here)
The Surron X bike is the same as the original Sur-Ron Light Bee with the added above features. The most significant upgrade is its state of the art sine wave controller which makes it quieter and more powerful with much smoother throttle response.
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Incredible Battery
On any electric bike, you should take a good look at the battery since it is by far the most expensive part of the bike. Lightweight power dense batteries are not cheap, and if they are cheap they are probably not safe or reliable. The Sur-Ron has a gigantic 60v 32ah pack which is 2000 watt hours. To give you an idea how much range to expect it has 4x the capacity as most of today’s production bikes.
The battery consists of panasonic PF cells (or Samsung 35e for the 38ah version) cells i in a well built case that slides in and out of bike, a microprocessor based battery management system and extra goodness.
Awesome Engineering
Every detail of this bike is thought out and no expense is spared when needed to make a reliable high performance off road machine.
It has one of the best constructed battery packs ever offered in a small EV.
The Surron is designed for serious off road riding and we have done tests with many drops that confirm the suspension system on the Sur Ron is rock solid.
The Surron comes with an 8 inch travel for both front and rear suspension.
Upgrades Available
Surron Gates Belt Kit Upgrade is now available installed by our shop (See on This Upgrade), and pairs great with the Moto Kit in mind, but still works without.
Super Moto Kit Swap is 17 Smooth Tire install upgrade that is ideal for riding on smoother terrain. Ideal for Moto racing, this kit lowers your Sur-Ron a little due to the smaller size, but don’t worry you’ll have the same top end speed. If you want both sets of wheels, purchase a Separate Moto Kit Here. If you want both drivetrains, the belt kit is available here and the stock drivetrain is available here.
We at Luna take our flagship products serious and we have many upgrades for this bike including a Super Moto Tire upgrade, Sprocket upgrades, and
We’re Not Saying You Should Buy Your Kids A Dirtbike, But Dax and Kristen Are OK With It, So Maybe??
There are two types of parents in the world: The excited parent that’s like, “Fk yeah, my kid rides dirt bikes in the backyard!” and then there’s the kind of parent that’s like, “IDK how I ended up here, but my kid wants to ride a dirt bike, so I guess I’m gonna Google it and see WTF comes up.” No matter which kind of parent you are, it brought you here, so don’t worry — we’ve done the homework.
If you have reservations about kid dirt bikes, here’s the permission slip you may need: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard revealed on Ellen, that they let their two daughters, Lincoln and Delta, ride around on dirt bikes. Our philosophy? If Kristen Bell lets her kids eat it/do it/or talk about it, it’s fair game.
So, what are the best dirt bikes for kids? Are dirt bikes safe? Do they go too fast? These are the big questions any parent entering the world of an extreme sport would have. If you’re new to the kid-friendly dirt bike sphere, there’s a lot to learn, but we’ll try to break it down for you. Three big brand names, like Razor, Yamaha, and Honda make dirt bikes for kids, so those are trusted places to start. There are electric dirt bikes for kids and gas dirt bikes for kids. Not sure which one to get? If you’ve got a beginner, we’d recommend sticking the pedal to the medal, but only on an electric dirt bike for starters. There are even dirt bikes with training wheels to help your kid get a smooth start.
Age is also a factor. Got a three-year-old with a need for speed or more dirt bikes for 10 year olds? There’s a different model we’ve researched for each. Basically, whatever your kid dirt bike needs, you’ll find it all below.
How Does CC Affect a Bike?
One big thing you need to know and grasp before choosing a dirt bike is the cc’s. CC’s stand for cubic centimeters and refers to the measurement of a motorcycle or dirt bike engine. CC’s impact how much power a dirt bike has, as well as how choppy or smooth the ride is. Since we’re talking about kids, we’re going to recommend not going over 50 cc’s for your child’s dirt bike. However, there are exceptions: If your kid is a dirt bike pro and you trust them to handle a 70 cc, by all means that’s your call. Alternatively, if you have an older kid, 70 – 100cc’s might be a more appropriate level of power for a speed-loving teen above 13.
Keep reading for our selection of the best dirt bikes for kids!
Best Dirt Bikes For Beginners
Who knew that Razor creates dirt bikes?! Much cooler (and much fing faster!) than your typical Razor scooter, the MX350 is an electric motorcross bike that requires no pedaling necessary. Also, it’s an excellent option for parents who want a slower model for their kids, as the MX350 only goes up to 13 miles per hour.
The 50 inch by 22 inch by 33.5 inch size of this SYX Moto model is perfect for the beginner level. Even the seat is the ideal height for kids anywhere from six to 10 years old — 23 inches. But that’s not all — it has 50 cc’s of gas power and for your sake, mama, features a safety kill switch in case things go awry. Kid going too fast? Rip that kill switch ASAP!
Vroom, vroom! This baby is for kids who are chomping at the bit to get some speed in their system. At 40cc, is perfect for a little one just learning to ride. One Amazon customer said, “Love the low seat height, light weight, and overall design. This is a simple machine that is perfect for kids getting started! My 4 year old was very comfortable well-balanced on a pedal bike.”Make sure to get a matching set of gloves, goggles, and a helmet too!
This Pulse Performance dirt bike comes in two hues — pink and blue — so that no matter your child’s color preference, they can shred on and off the pavement. With 100 watts of power, your kid can enjoy up to 40 minutes of rippin’ and roarin’ speed before the 24-volt rechargeable battery needs some juice.
Dirt Bikes With Training Wheels
Want a brand you can trust? There’s probably no dirt bike brand name more popular and well-known than good ol’ Yamaha. This bright blue bike will get your kids off the couch and out of the house. Plus, if you have younger, less-experienced riders, the training wheels will work wonders for your motorcross star-in-training’s confidence and driving skills.
Even beginners can get on a bike and this dirt bike ride-on is the proof. Perfect for kids ages three to seven, the Electric Mini Moto only goes up to 1.25 miles per hour. (Sip your wine with one hand and wave with the other hand, mamas!) It also comes with training wheels to help young riders get acclimated and more comfortable to the #BikeLife.
With a working horn, music sounds, and added storage for your child’s juice box and snacks, the Honda CRF250R will convince your kid that they’re a motorcross rockstar. Training wheels help the bike grow with your child — all the way up to 65 pounds!
Best for younger riders who crave the real-deal feel of riding a dirt bike just like their dad or mom, the 6V Kids’ Electric Ride-On has a max speed of 2 miles per hour. So, don’t worry, Mom. Your child gets all the feel of riding a real dirt bike, without the ability to even catch the ice cream truck heading down the street.
Cool Dirt Bikes For Kids
If you have an older kid that knows what they’re doing on a dirt bike, these options may be more your speed. (Ha, get it… speed). Continue below for dirt bikes for older kids.
Your kid will think they’re Carey Hart as soon as they touch their hands to the adjustable, triple-clamp style handlebars with easy single speed twist grip accelerator. Ready to ride for up to 40 minutes, your kids will tear through the backyard laughing and using their imagination, pretending they’re in a video game.
This V-Fire may look serious, but it does its best work in the driveway or a secluded parking lot. With 49 cc’s, this gas bike has a strong kick, so don’t underestimate its power, Mama. Large tires and handles are made with kids in mind and in the event of an emergency, kids can rely on both front and back brakes to yield everything to a stop — just like a bicycle.
Now, if you’ve got a kid that can really handle the heat, you may want to turn things up a bit and consider a 125cc dirt bike. The X-Pro has a semi-automatic four-speed transmission, so it’s no fing joke. It’s designed with kids in mind, but grown-ups might find themselves riding around the yard on this thing while kids are at school!
Older kids in your fam who want to join in on the fun? The Razor MX650 is great for kids 16 and up and only goes up to speeds of 17 mph, so moms don’t have to worry while their teens zoom around the backyard. There’s also a mom-approved package in which you can buy the bike and the helmet; you’ll need them both anyway.
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Vroom, vroom! This baby is for kids who are chomping at the bit to get some speed in their system. At 40cc, is perfect for a little one just learning to ride. One Amazon customer said, “Love the low seat height, light weight, and overall design. This is a simple machine that is perfect for kids getting started! My 4 year old was very comfortable well-balanced on a pedal bike.” Make sure to get a matching set of gloves, goggles, and a helmet too!
Who knew that Razor creates dirt bikes?! Much cooler (and much fing faster!) than your typical Razor scooter, the MX350 is an electric motorcross bike that requires no pedaling necessary. Also, it’s an excellent option for parents who want a slower model for their kids, as the MX350 only goes up to 13 miles per hour.
The 50 inch by 22 inch by 33.5 inch size of this SYX Moto model is perfect for the beginner level. Even the seat is the ideal height for kids anywhere from six to 10 years old — 23 inches. But that’s not all — it has 50 cc’s of gas power and for your sake, mama, features a safety kill switch in case things go awry. Kid going too fast? Rip that kill switch ASAP!
This Pulse Performance dirt bike comes in two hues — pink and blue — so that no matter your child’s color preference, they can shred on and off the pavement. With 100 watts of power, your kid can enjoy up to 40 minutes of rippin’ and roarin’ speed before the 24-volt rechargeable battery needs some juice.
Want a brand you can trust? There’s probably no dirt bike brand name more popular and well-known than good ol’ Yamaha. This bright blue bike will get your kids off the couch and out of the house. Plus, if you have younger, less-experienced riders, the training wheels will work wonders for your motorcross star-in-training’s confidence and driving skills.
Your kid will think they’re Carey Hart as soon as they touch their hands to the adjustable, triple-clamp style handlebars with easy single speed twist grip accelerator. Ready to ride for up to 40 minutes, your kids will tear through the backyard laughing and using their imagination, pretending they’re in a video game.
Even beginners can get on a bike and this dirt bike ride-on is the proof. Perfect for kids ages three to seven, the Electric Mini Moto only goes up to 1.25 miles per hour. (Sip your wine with one hand and wave with the other hand, mamas!) It also comes with training wheels to help young riders get acclimated and more comfortable to the #BikeLife.
Best for younger riders who crave the real-deal feel of riding a dirt bike just like their dad or mom, the 6V Kids’ Electric Ride-On has a max speed of 2 miles per hour. So, don’t worry, Mom. Your child gets all the feel of riding a real dirt bike, without the ability to even catch the ice cream truck heading down the street.
With a working horn, music sounds, and added storage for your child’s juice box and snacks, the Honda CRF250R will convince your kid that they’re a motorcross rockstar. Training wheels help the bike grow with your child — all the way up to 65 pounds!
Now, if you’ve got a kid that can really handle the heat, you may want to turn things up a bit and consider a 125cc dirt bike. The X-Pro has a semi-automatic four-speed transmission, so it’s no fing joke. It’s designed with kids in mind, but grown-ups might find themselves riding around the yard on this thing while kids are at school!
Older kids in your fam who want to join in on the fun? The Razor MX650 is great for kids 16 and up and only goes up to speeds of 17 mph, so moms don’t have to worry while their teens zoom around the backyard. There’s also a mom-approved package in which you can buy the bike and the helmet; you’ll need them both anyway.