The Beginner's Guide
to Kids 110cc ATVs
Everything You Need to Know.
The 110cc ATV is the most popular first quad for young riders — enough power to be genuinely fun, automatic transmission, and purpose-built safety features parents can actually use. FE Motorsports has been selling and servicing Chinese youth ATVs in Los Angeles for over 25 years. We know this vehicle class better than anyone in the region.
Why 110cc Is the Right Starting Size
The 110cc ATV occupies a specific and well-earned spot in the youth powersports lineup. It is a meaningful step up from 50cc starter models — more power, better torque for moderate terrain, and enough capability to keep an improving rider engaged for multiple seasons. But it stops well short of full-size adult ATVs that are heavier, faster, and harder to manage.
The biggest selling point is the combination of usability, capability, and simplicity. A 110cc ATV is generally more capable than a 50cc youth ATV but does not require the rider to manage a manual transmission. Fully automatic CVT means the rider focuses entirely on throttle, steering, and braking — the actual skills that matter on a trail — rather than clutch control.
Chinese manufacturers have dominated this segment for over a decade, and the reasons are straightforward: the same proven 110cc 4-stroke engine platform runs across every major brand — TaoTao, Apollo, Coolster, X-PRO, IceBear, Roketa, SunL, Kazuma — and the safety feature stack has matured significantly. FE Motorsports has been selling, repairing, and stocking parts for this entire class of vehicle in the Los Angeles area for over 25 years. No other dealer in the region has been at this longer.
Good Balance of Power and Control
110cc provides enough power for real recreational riding without the size and weight of a full-size ATV. Young riders can actually maneuver it — not just hang on.
Great for Learning
The 110cc platform develops throttle control, steering technique, braking feel, and basic off-road skills. These are the foundations every ATV rider builds on, and 110cc is the right size to learn them properly.
Fully Automatic Transmission
No clutch, no gear shifting. Twist the throttle and go. For a beginner, removing transmission complexity means faster skill development where it matters — on the trail.
Electric Start
Push-button starting. No pull cord, no flooded engine frustrations. A new rider can start and restart independently — which matters more than most parents expect the first time a kid stalls on a trail.
Room to Grow
Compared to a 50cc model, the 110cc remains useful as the rider gains experience and confidence. The speed governor grows with the rider — start at 5 MPH, raise it over weeks and months as skills develop.
Better Hill and Terrain Capability
The additional displacement delivers more usable torque for moderate inclines and uneven terrain. A 50cc struggles on hills that a 110cc handles without complaint.
Four-Wheel Stability
Four wheels provide a stable platform for learning basic off-road riding techniques. A quad does not tip over the way a dirt bike can — it's a meaningful confidence advantage for new riders and parents.
Low Operating Complexity
Simple 4-stroke air-cooled engine, automatic transmission, chain drive. Routine maintenance is straightforward — and because all Chinese 110cc ATVs share the same engine platform, parts are inexpensive and widely available.
Fun Without Being Oversized
A 110cc ATV is substantially smaller than adult machines. Kids get the genuine ATV experience — not a scaled-down toy — without being overwhelmed by a vehicle that's too big to handle.
The Safety Features That Actually Matter to Parents
Chinese 110cc ATVs have matured significantly on safety. The standard feature stack across virtually all current brands gives parents two independent ways to control the vehicle that do not rely on the rider following instructions.
🎮 Wireless Remote Kill Switch
Cuts the engine from up to 30 feet away with one button press — no physical contact with the ATV required, independent of where the rider's hands are on the throttle. A parent watching from across the yard can shut the engine down the moment something goes wrong. Both the Apollo Hawk 110cc and virtually every Chinese 110cc brand include this as standard.
⚙️ Adjustable Speed Governor
A physical screw on the throttle body limits top speed as low as 5 MPH. Set it low on day one. Raise it gradually as confidence and skill develop over weeks and months — all the way up to the vehicle's full capability when the rider is ready. Simple, mechanical, reliable, and adjustable without tools.
🔗 Tether Kill Switch
A wrist or handlebar-mounted cord that automatically cuts the engine if the rider is thrown from the seat. Standard on most 110cc youth ATVs and a genuine last-resort safety layer when the other two don't apply.
👍 Thumb Throttle
Thumb throttle instead of twist throttle gives better and easier control for new riders. It is harder to accidentally hold wide open than a twist throttle — a small design detail that makes a real difference when a rider gets surprised on the trail.
Both the remote kill switch and the speed governor operate independently — a parent can hold the remote while the speed limit is already set, and either system can stop a dangerous situation before physical intervention is needed. That two-layer redundancy is what separates a proper youth ATV from a toy.
The Apollo Hawk 110cc — In Stock at FE Motorsports
The Hawk 110cc is our go-to recommendation for first-time riders in Los Angeles. It covers the full safety feature stack, runs the proven 110cc automatic platform, and is CARB approved with a California Green Sticker for all OHV parks in the state.
Apollo Hawk 110cc ATV
- Adjustable speed governor — down to 5 MPH
- Wireless remote kill switch
- Fully automatic transmission
- Electric start
- California Green Sticker — CARB approved
- Fully assembled — ride same day
- Parts & service available at FE Motorsports
| Engine | 110cc 4-stroke air-cooled |
| Transmission | Fully Automatic (CVT) |
| Start | Electric Start |
| Top Speed | ~30 MPH (governed) |
| Speed Governor | Adjustable to 5 MPH |
| Remote Kill | Yes — wireless |
| CA Green Sticker | Yes — CARB approved |
Chinese 110cc ATV Brands — What You're Comparing
When families search for a 110cc youth ATV in Los Angeles, they typically arrive with one of these brand names in mind. Here is what you need to know: every major Chinese 110cc ATV brand runs the same basic engine platform — a 107–110cc 4-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine paired with automatic CVT transmission, electric start, and the same safety feature stack. The differences between brands are primarily in fit, finish, dealer support, and parts availability.
The practical advantage for LA buyers: parts for the Chinese 110cc platform are inexpensive and widely interchangeable across brands. A carburetor, CDI box, starter motor, or throttle cable that fits a TaoTao 110 fits an Apollo 110. FE Motorsports stocks these parts in-house — no waiting weeks for a brand-specific order to arrive. That is the real-world difference between buying from a 25-year dealer and buying from an online retailer.
Frequently Asked Questions — Kids 110cc ATVs
The Beginner–Intermediate–Adult ATV Series
This guide is Part 1 of a 3-part series covering the full Chinese ATV lineup at FE Motorsports — from first-time riders through adult machines. Each guide covers the vehicle class, the right rider profile, and what to expect in terms of capability and skill requirements.
110cc · Beginner
First ATV. Fully automatic. Speed governor + remote kill. Perfect starting point.
125cc · Intermediate
Step-up power and capability for riders who've outgrown the 110cc.
200cc · Adult
Full-size adult ATVs. EFI, 200cc, and serious trail capability.
Ready to See It in Person?
FE Motorsports — 2916 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles CA 90058. The Apollo Hawk 110cc is in stock, fully assembled, CARB approved, and California Green Sticker ready. Open 7 days a week. 25+ years at the same address.
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