Kids electric dirt bike guide: ages, sizes, speed modes and safety gear

Match the bike to your child’s age

Start with the age range the maker lists. It reflects the size, speed and weight limit the bike was designed around.

• Ages 3 to 7: Hiboy DK2. A 150W peak motor, three speed modes of 5, 8 and 13 mph, and a 150 lb maximum load.
• Ages 3 to 10: Hiboy DK1. A 300W motor, three speed modes of 5, 7.5 and 15.5 mph, and a 140 lb maximum load. Its higher top mode gives an older child room to grow.
• NAVEE Cyber X and Cyber X Pro. Small bikes on 8 inch tires with a 5 mph safe start mode. The Cyber X tops out at 9.5 mph and the Cyber X Pro at 15.5 mph. Our listings do not give an age range for either, so judge them by your child’s size and skill, and ask us if you are unsure.
• Before a dirt bike: the Hiboy BK1 is an electric balance bike for ages 3 to 5, a gentler first step. See our electric balance bike guide.

Age is a starting point, not the final word. A small 7 year old may fit a bike better than a tall 5 year old, and confidence counts as much as size.

Size and fit: wheels, weight and seat

Kids electric dirt bikes use small wheels and low seats so a child can put their feet down. The Hiboy DK1 and DK2 roll on 12 inch tires, and the NAVEE Cyber X pair on 8 inch tires.

• Feet down. Seated, your child should reach the ground with both feet. That is how they balance at a stop.
• Bike weight. The DK1 and DK2 each weigh 38 lb. Your child should be able to hold the bike upright, and an adult should be able to lift it into the car.
• Maximum load. 150 lb for the DK2 and 140 lb for the DK1, including anything the rider carries. Do not let an older sibling or an adult take a turn.
• Storage. The DK1 measures 44.3 × 21.7 × 29.1 in and the DK2 43.7 × 22.8 × 30.3 in, so check where it will live.

Our guide to electric dirt bike sizes explains how to measure fit and how the size classes line up as kids grow.

Speed limits and parental modes

A parent-set speed mode is the most important feature on a kids electric dirt bike. It lets a child start slowly and earn more speed on the same bike.

• NAVEE Cyber X: a 5 mph safe start mode, then up to 9.5 mph.
• Hiboy DK2: three modes of 5, 8 and 13 mph.
• NAVEE Cyber X Pro: a 5 mph safe start mode, then up to 15.5 mph.
• Hiboy DK1: three modes of 5, 7.5 and 15.5 mph.

Use the modes as steps. Keep the lowest mode on until your child can start smoothly, steer around a cone and stop on your call every time. Move up one mode at a time, and drop back down on new ground, such as dirt after weeks on grass.

Maker figures, checked September 2026. Real range and speed depend on rider weight, terrain, temperature and riding mode.

Battery, ride time and charging

Battery size decides how long a session lasts.

• NAVEE Cyber X: a 14.4V 57.7Wh battery for up to 6 miles, with a 5 hour charge.
• NAVEE Cyber X Pro: a 36V 144Wh battery for up to 9 miles, with a 6 hour charge.
• Hiboy DK2: a 24V 4.5Ah battery for up to 11.2 miles, with a 4.5 to 5 hour charge.
• Hiboy DK1: a 36V 5.2Ah battery for up to 13.7 miles, with a 4 to 5 hour charge.

Grass, dirt and slopes use more energy than pavement, so expect less on a real track. Hiboy lists the DK2 climbing up to 8 degrees and the DK1 up to 10 degrees, so keep young riders on gentle slopes.

Charging is an adult job. Use the charger that came with the bike, charge on a hard surface while someone is home, and unplug it when it is full. Our kids rides guide covers charging safety in more detail.

Brakes, suspension and build

• Hiboy DK1: a disc brake and front and rear suspension.
• Hiboy DK2: a disc brake and rear suspension, plus engine sounds and lights.
• NAVEE Cyber X: a rear drum brake and a solid steel frame.
• NAVEE Cyber X Pro: a rear drum brake, a rear spring and a solid steel frame.

Suspension helps on grass and dirt paths, where small bumps can knock a light rider off line. Both Hiboy bikes are rated IPX4, which covers splashes, not puddles or a hose. Whatever the brake, make stopping the first thing your child learns, at walking pace on flat ground.

Safety gear for young dirt riders

Dress your child for a fall on every ride, even in the 5 mph mode.

• Helmet. For dirt riding, a full face off-road helmet that meets the DOT standard and fits snugly. It should sit level and not rock when they shake their head.
• Goggles, so dust, grass and bugs stay out of their eyes.
• Gloves with padded palms, to protect hands in a fall and help them grip.
• Knee and elbow pads, with long pants and long sleeves.
• Boots or sturdy closed shoes that cover the ankle. No sandals.

Replace a helmet after any crash, and once it is outgrown.

Where kids can ride, and how to start

Ride on private land, away from cars, with an adult watching. A flat lawn, a dirt lot you have permission to use or a backyard track is ideal. Keep kids away from streets, driveways, sidewalks, pools and steep slopes.

Kids electric dirt bikes are not made for public streets, and some states set minimum ages for off-road vehicles, so check your state and local rules before riding anywhere public.

• Before you switch it on, let your child sit on the bike, hold the bars and practice putting both feet down.
• Lowest mode only for the first sessions. Practice starting, stopping and wide turns.
• Stop on your call, every time, before any speed goes up.
• Keep sessions short. Finish while they are still having fun and before they get tired.

As riders get older, electric dirt bikes for beginners covers riding areas and trail rules.

When to move up

Move up when your child outgrows the bike, not just when they want to go faster. Signs it is time: knees close to the handlebar, a weight near the maximum load, or a rider past the age range who handles the top mode with full control.

The next step is a mini or pit size bike. The Riding’times GT54 Safety Edition is factory-limited to 750 W and 15 mph, with a 27.2 in seat and a rider height range of 4 ft 2 in to 5 ft 9 in. The Surron Hyper Bee reaches 40 mph and suits teens and smaller riders with experience. To see where the bigger Surrons sit, read Surron Light Bee vs Ultra Bee.

Browse every model in kids electric rides and the electric dirt bike shop. Orders ship free to the lower 48 states. Not sure which size fits? Send us your child’s age, height and weight through our contact page.

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