The 2016 Suzuki DR-Z70 is a compact off-road bike purpose-built for young riders learning dirt bike skills. Its adjustable throttle limiter gives parents control over engine output while children develop riding confidence. Available in yellow, this lightweight machine features dual braking systems and durable construction for safe, supervised off-road play.
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Off-road & trail55%
Cornering20%
City riding5%
Daily riding5%
Touring5%
Two-up0%
Track5%
Best for
It exists purely to introduce kids to off-road riding in a controlled, low-speed, supervised environment.
Built for
It's a simple, tough little trail bike with a throttle limiter, drum brakes, and a 3-speed gearbox that prioritizes control and safety over performance.
Not ideal for
It is not suitable for adults, teenagers, road use, touring, or anyone seeking real speed or highway capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Full specifications
Engine
Capacity
67.0 ccm
Power
4.5 HP (3.3 kW)
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0857 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
48.0 x 37.0 mm
Compression
9.5:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
Electronic
Lubrication system
Wet Sump
Transmission
Gearbox
3-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
935 mm
Overall length
1320 mm
Overall width
580 mm
Overall height
790 mm
Seat height
560 mm
Dry weight
52.5 kg
Wet weight
55.0 kg
Fuel capacity
3.00 litres
Ground clearance
135 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Steel
Front suspension
Inverted forks
Rear suspension
Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped
Front wheel travel
97 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front tyre
2.50-14
Rear tyre
3.00-12
Other
Color options
Yellow
Comments
The DR-Z70 is designed for use by children and off road use only. Adjustable throttle limiter allows supervising adults to control engine output.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted
Specification
2008
2011
2013
2016
2018
Capacity
67 cc
67 cc
67 cc
67 cc
67 cc
Dry weight
53 kg
53 kg
53 kg
53 kg
53 kg
Seat height
560 mm
560 mm
560 mm
560 mm
560 mm
Fuel capacity
3 L
3 L
3 L
3 L
3 L
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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