- Weight: 94.51 pounds
- Top speed: 17 mph
- Range: 40 minutes of ride time
- Charging time: 8 hours
- Power: 650 watts
- Price on publish: $599
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While you won’t normally be able to do your daily commute on a dirt bike (they tend not to be street legal), for blasting your way through trails, they’re a ton of fun. Those interested in switching to an electric model should take a look at the below list, rounding up the best electric dirt bikes on the market right now. Don’t forget your helmet!
Our first pick comes recommended by Denizot, who praises its solid performance for such a reasonable price. Razor’s MX650 features a 650 watt electric motor, dual suspension, knobby tires, and 40 minutes of driving time on a single charge. It’s not the fastest or most powerful bike out there, but for around $600, it’s a whole lot of fun in a small package.
If your kid is hankering for some off-road excitement, Super73’s K1d is made for exactly that. Designed to help kids as young as four get comfortable on a dirt bike, it features three different ride modes, allowing the rider to get used to lower speeds before kicking it up a notch as they gain confidence. It’s also styled a lot like an old-school BMX, which is always a bonus.
If you balk at the idea of spending a thousand dollars on a bike your kid will grow out of in a couple years, well, that’s understandable. For a more wallet-friendly option, Razor’s Dirt Rocket MX350 is only a quarter of the price of the Super73-K1d. It’s not suitable for really little ones, but for riders aged 13 and up, it’s a great budget option.
While this isn’t, strictly speaking, a dirt bike—it’s billed more as a fat tire mountain bike—it nevertheless will get the job done when riding off-road. Those wanting a pedal-friendly option will certainly appreciate it, as Denizot points out that it “combines pedal and electric power for versatility,” meaning you can get your workout in, but also kick back and use the throttle when you just want to have some fun.
As mentioned earlier, most dirt ebikes tend not to be legal to use on regular roads, so for those wanting to be able to ride their bike to their preferred off-road course, a street-legal option is required. Sleek, streamlined, and impossibly stylish, the Cake Kalk INK& is certainly expensive, but it’s also powerful, fast, and reliable. Did we mention that it’s also gorgeous?
A high-end, powerful, and extremely fun dirt ebike, with an unfortunately large price tag.
One of the obvious downsides of an electric dirt bike is that when the battery’s empty, the fun’s over (unless you’re lucky enough to be near a charging station, but even then, you’re going to be waiting a while). Segway’s sporty, streamlined X260 offers electric bike skeptics an impressive 74.6 miles from a single four-hour charge, which should be more than enough for most riders, especially casual ones.
If you like your dirt ebikes lean and rugged, give GoTrax’s Everest a spin. Fast, powerful, and with tires and suspension that practically demand to be driven on the toughest terrain you can find, it also has blisteringly fast acceleration, making it an exciting ride.
Considering the average weight of the other adult dirt ebikes on this list (well over 100 pounds), the fact that Coswheel’s GT20 weighs in at just under 86 pounds is miraculous. On top of that, it looks fantastic, with a striking black and yellow color scheme and a BMX-style design. As a bonus, it’s street legal (depending on ebike laws in your state—check our guide to “How fast does an electric bike go?” for more).
The first question, naturally, is what you’ll be using the bike for. Joan Denizot, cycling expert at Zize Bikes, suggests thinking hard about exactly where you’ll be riding it. Are you planning on using it for trail riding, motocross, or just casual off-road jaunts?
Cost is another major factor when deciding what bike is best for you. “Set a budget considering initial cost, maintenance, and charging expenses,” suggests Denizot.
Battery capacity is a huge consideration on an electric dirt bike, since there generally aren’t charging stations in the middle of the woods. “Check the battery capacity and its estimated range on a single charge,” says Denizot. That way you can be sure you’re getting a bike that will get you home again (or at least, back to your truck) without needing a charge.
We all have different body shapes and sizes, so it’s important to choose a bike that matches yours. “Ensure the bike's size suits your body frame for comfortable riding,” says Denizot.
All of our selections were made either in consultation with cycling expert Joan Denizot, or through thorough research and scouring reviews–both professional and those left by customers–to ensure that everything on our list has met or, ideally, exceeded people’s expectations. Especially in terms of performance, value, and longevity.
If you found this guide useful, be sure to also look at our guides to the best bike locks, the best kids’ bikes, the best electric commuter bikes, the best electric bikes, and the best fat tire electric bikes, as well as our comprehensive answer to the question, what is an electric bike?
For the most part, no, although there are exceptions. “Generally, electric dirt bikes are not designed for road use, so you should check local regulations,” advises Denizot. Depending where you live, riding a dirt bike on a regular road could get you anything from a fine for a couple hundred bucks to permanent seizure of your bike and a stint doing community service.
“Speed varies, but most can reach 30-60 mph, depending on the model,” says Denizot. Some go even faster than this, such as Stark’s VARG 80HP, which will reach speeds over 70 mph.
There are several speedy electric dirt bikes out there, such as the Alta Motors Redshift MXR, which can hit speeds of 65 mph, and the aforementioned Stark VARG 80HP, which can hit around 71.5 mph. Blurring the line between road bike and dirt bike is the Zero FX, which can hit speeds of 85 mph.
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