Choosing a good dirt bike for teenagers aged 14 to 18 is undoubtedly a very important choice.
At these ages, your child may want to ride on their dirt bike a lot more and this can lead to them riding at very high speeds, which can significantly endanger your child.
The best dirt bikes I can recommend for kids aged 14 to 18 are the Yamaha YZ125, Honda CRF230F, SUZUKI DR-Z125, KTM 150 SX, and the Kawasaki KLX110.
Dirt bikes become more expensive the older your children get, so it is very important to choose a good bike that is worth your money.
Today I’m going to show you the best and most recommended dirt bikes for kids aged 14 to 18 and also all the things you need to know about picking dirt bikes for teenagers.
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What size dirt bike should you choose?
Choosing a suitable dirt bike that fits your height is very important.
In fact, if you don’t choose a bikes that fits your height perfectly you may crash very quickly and you will also not be very comfortable while riding.
Generally, to know the size that suits your height, simply sit on the dirt bike and make sure you can touch the floor with your feet.
I made a table for you to show you the size dirt bike that should fit your height:
- 5’ 2″ (157cm) – 31 to 35″ seat height
- 5’ 4″ (162cm) – 33 to 36″ seat height
- 5’ 6″ (167cm) – 34 to 37″ seat height
- 5’ 8″ (172cm) – 34 to 38″ seat height
- 5’ 10” (178cm) – 35 to 39″ seat height
- 6′ (182cm) or taller – 37.5″ or taller seat height
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The 5 best dirt bikes for 14 to 18 year olds
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Yamaha YZ125
The Yamaha YZ125 is one of the best dirt bikes that Yamaha has, and it is undoubtedly one of the best dirt bikes for teenagers.
First, the seat height is 38.4 inches, which is considered a very high seat and can be perfect for tall people. The weight of the dirt bike is very light at 207 pounds.
The Yamaha YZ125’s engine is very strong and powerful and it comes with an 8 liter fuel tank. Also, the engine is a 2-stroke that works perfectly with 6 different transmission speeds which help control the speed of the dirt bike.
It also has a very powerful brake system made up of:
Front brakes, hydraulic disc, 270mm
Rear brakes, hydraulic disc, 245 mm
Which makes the brake system very high quality and it stops the dirt bike perfectly. It also offers excellent control and performance.
The Yamaha YZ125 has a very beautiful design, is built from high quality materials and it has a very strong and high quality aluminum frame, which protects the dirt bike from scratches and falls perfectly. This bike is available in blue and white for a relatively cheap price of $6,599.
To sum up, the Yamaha YZ125 is a perfect dirt bike for teenagers and it offers all the features that dirt bikes need to have. In my opinion, it is one of the best dirt bikes on the market for teenagers.
Special Features
- A seat height of 38.4 inches
- Light weight of 207 pounds
- 8 liter fuel tank capacity
- Very strong and powerful engine
- 2-stroke engine
- 6 different transmission speeds
- Powerful brake system
- Very beautiful design
- High quality materials
- High quality aluminum frame
- Blue and white colors
- Relatively cheap price of $6,599
Honda CRF230F
The Honda CRF230F is one of the best and most popular dirt bikes in the world and I think it is the best dirt bike for teenagers from age 14 to 18.
First, the seat height is 34.6 inches and the overall height of the dirt bike is 45.9 inches and the width is 31.5 inches, which makes the dimensions of the dirt bike very suitable for most average teenagers.
Also, the engine of the CRF230F is a very powerful 223cc air-cooled, single-cylinder four-stroke which works perfectly with 6 different transmission speeds and has a 1.9 gallon fuel capacity.
The dirt bike weighs a relatively heavy weight of 248 pounds but this gives perfect stability to the rider when riding.
Also, the dirt bike has a very high quality brake system made up
of –
Front brake: single disc 240mm
Rear: drum
Also, the design of the CRF230F is one of the most beautiful and high quality I have seen. The bike is made from very strong and high quality steel that protects the dirt bike perfectly and is available in red and white. It comes at a very cheap price of between $3,500 to $4,500.
In conclusion, the CRF230F is by far one of the best dirt bikes for teenagers and I highly recommend it for kids aged 14 to 18.
Special Features
- A seat height of 34.6 inches
- Powerful 4-stroke engine
- 6 different transmission speed
- 1.9 gallon fuel capacity
- Heavy weight of 248 pounds
- High quality brake system
- Beautiful and high-quality design
- Very cheap price of between $3,500 to $4,500
- Red and white colors
SUZUKI DR-Z125
The SUZUKI DR-Z125 is one of the best dirt bikes teenagers have and is highly recommended for children aged 14 to 15.
Firstly, the seat height is 32 inches and the overall height of the dirt bike is 43.7 inches, and the width is 30.3 inches, thus making the dimensions of the dirt bike perfect for kids between 14 and 15 years old.
The engine is a very powerful and strong single cylinder, 4 hung, air-cooled, OHC which works perfectly with 5 different transmission speeds that come with a 4.8-liter fuel capacity.
The most surprising thing about this dirt bike is its very light weight of 89kg, which makes the dirt bike very easy to move from place to place.
Also, the dirt bike has a very powerful type of brake system with disc type front brakes and drum type rear brakes.
The SUZUKI DR-Z125’s electrical system is very high-quality and powerful, and is specially designed for off-road riding and consists only of the ignition system.
Also, the design of the dirt bike is very beautiful and is built from high quality materials. It also has a very high-quality diamond frame that perfectly protects the dirt bike. It is available in yellow, white and black and has a cheap price tag of $4,490.
In my opinion, the SUZUKI DR-Z125 is by far one of the best dirt bikes for teenagers and is highly recommended for children aged 14 and 15.
Special Features
- A seat height of 32 inches
- Powerful and strong engine
- 5 different transmission speeds
- 4.8-liter fuel capacity
- Very lightweight of 89kg
- Powerful brake system
- High quality electrical system
- Beautiful design
- High quality diamond frame
- Available in yellow, white and black colors
- Cheap price of $4,490
KTM 150 SX
The KTM 150 SX is by far one of the best dirt bikes for young riders aged between 14 and 18, and I think the KTM 150 SX is the best dirt bike that riders have to compete in races.
In fact, KMT is a very good company that is known for its dirt bike models that are perfect for racing.
First of all, the KTM 150 SX has a very powerful and strong 2-stroke engine that works perfectly with 6 different transmission speeds and a Kickstarter that is powered by a 7 liter fuel capacity.
Also, the seat height is 37.4 inches which is considered a very high seat therefore, it can be perfect for tall riders. Also, the weight of the bike is very light at 87.5kg.
It also has a very high quality and powerful disc type brake system that stops the bike immediately.
The design of the dirt bike is very beautiful and is made from very strong steel which perfectly protects it, which is very important for riding in races. It is available in orange and white and costs $7,399.
In my opinion, the KTM 150 SX is the best dirt bike for teenagers who compete in dirt bike races and I would definitely recommend it for riders between the ages of 14 to 18.
Special Features
- Powerful and strong 2-stroke engine
- 6 different transmission speeds
- Kickstarter
- Fuel capacity of 7 liters
- A seat height of 37.4 inches
- Weighs 87.5kg
- Powerful disc type brake system
- Beautiful and high-quality design
- Built from quality materials
- Available in orange and white colors
- Price of $7,399
Kawasaki KLX110
The Kawasaki KLX110 is a very popular dirt bike that has been very successful in the world and is highly recommended for beginner riders aged 14 to 18.
In fact, Kawasaki are by far one of the best dirt bike companies in the world today and their dirt bike models are very recommended for beginner riders.
First of all, the engine is a very powerful and high quality 4-stroke, 1 cylinder, SOHC, air-cooled and comes with a fuel capacity of 1.0 gallon.
Also, the seat height is 26.8 inches and the overall height of the dirt bike is 37.6 inches and the width is 25.6 inches, making the dimensions perfect for shorter riders.
The brake system is a very high quality and powerful drum type which stops the dirt bike quickly.
Also, the dirt bike weighs a very light weight of 167.5 lb which is helpful when moving the dirt bike from place to place.
Furthermore, the design of the dirt bike is very high quality and beautiful and is available in black, white and green. This bike is very cheap at $2,299.
In summary, the Kawasaki KLX110 is by far the best dirt bike for beginners and I highly recommend it to shorter riders between the ages of 14 and 18.
Special Features
- Powerful and high quality 4-stroke engine
- Fuel capacity of 1.0 gallon
- Seat height of 26.8 inches
- Very powerful drum type brake system
- Light weight of 167.5 lb
- Very high quality and beautiful design
- Black, white and green colors
- Very cheap price of $2,299
Summary
To summarize today, I have shown you the 5 best dirt bikes I can recommend for riders aged 14 to 18.
They are the:
- Yamaha YZ125
- Honda CRF230F
- SUZUKI DR-Z125
- KTM 150 SX
- Kawasaki KLX110
Thanks for riding. Until next time.
