A starter gas dirt bike built for a kid getting into off road riding, with electric start and fully automatic operation so there is no clutch to learn.
The Hooligan runs a 71.8cc 4-stroke, air cooled engine with electric start and an updated carburetor, reaching a top speed of 33 mph with a cruising range of 10 plus miles per tank. Its Chromoly steel frame, front telescopic forks, and rear mono shock suspension are built to handle both wet and dry off road conditions, and hydraulic disc brakes front and rear give real stopping power. It is fully automatic, so a rider just twists the throttle and goes. Built for off-road riding, not for public roads.
Why this model
- Fully automatic transmission means no clutch or gear shifting, making it an easier first dirt bike.
- Electric start with a 12v/4Ah battery gets it going without a kick start.
- Front and rear hydraulic disc brakes give more consistent stopping power than a basic drum brake setup.
- Chromoly steel frame plus upgraded wheel bearings and higher grip tires are built to handle real off road use, not just a backyard toy.
- 10 plus mile range per tank means less stopping to refuel during a riding session.
Key specs
| Motor |
71.8cc 4-stroke single cylinder, air cooled, electric start |
| Top speed |
33 mph |
| Brakes |
Front and rear hydraulic disc |
| Suspension |
Front inverted fork, rear mono shock |
| Tires |
Front and rear 2.50-10 (15 in diameter, 2.5 in wide) |
| Frame |
Chromoly steel |
| Seat height |
27 in |
| Max rider weight |
210 lbs |
| Recommended age |
13 and up |
| Weight |
99 lbs (dry) |
| Assembly |
Required |
Fit, power and setup
Some assembly is required out of the box, and it ships in one box weighing 147 lbs, so expect a freight style curbside delivery with a scheduling call from the carrier. This is a gas engine, so plan to keep it fueled with its 1.5 liter tank and to run the correct seasonal engine oil, 15W/40 for summer or 10W/30 for winter. It is built for dirt, grass, and other off road surfaces, wet or dry, not pavement.
Good to know
- Recommended for riders 13 and up, with a 210 pound weight limit, matching its role as a starter dirt bike.
- Fully automatic operation means the rider only manages the throttle and brakes, no clutch or shifting.
- Off road use only. Not street legal and cannot be registered for road use.
- Wear a helmet and protective gear. Riders under 18 need adult supervision.
MotoTec states this bike is EPA approved but it does not meet California emissions standards, so it is for competition or off road use only and cannot be registered for street or OHRV use or with the California DMV. Check your state and local regulations before you buy. It ships by freight due to its weight, with curbside delivery and a scheduling call from the carrier, and it carries 60 days of parts replacement coverage from MotoTec.
