AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16
Throttle only with no pedals, so it sits outside Australia's pedal-assist e-bike rules as sold. Check registration and where you can legally ride in your state.
AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 (2026) at a glance
The AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 is a kids fat-tyre electric balance bike with no pedals: a 500W rear hub motor (AMPD does not say if that is continuous or peak) with 65Nm, a removable 36V 13Ah battery for a claimed 40km or 120 minutes, hydraulic disc brakes, 16 x 4.0 fat tyres and a parental speed limiter, at 31.5kg. AMPD lists it as off-road private property only.
The AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 is a kids' electric balance bike sold in Australia at $1,999 (price checked 17 Oct 2026). It pairs a Rear hub (brand not published) hub drive motor with 65Nm of torque (advertised), a 468Wh battery rated for up to 40km, 16 x 4.0 fat off-road mud wheels, and weighs 31.5kg. It sits outside Australia's pedal-assist e-bike rules as sold. Check registration and where you can legally ride in your state before buying.
Also sold or searched as: Lil Rippa 16 inch Kids Electric Bike, AMPD Lil Rippa.
Is it for you?
Best suited to
Kids' model for young riders on private property. AMPD says ages 4 and up in its spec header, and riders aged 5 to 6 and above or about 130cm tall in the description. AMPD recommends adult supervision for any rider under 16.
Standout strength
Fat 16 x 4.0 tyres, hydraulic disc brakes, a removable 36V 13Ah battery and a parental speed limiter that lets performance grow with the rider.
The main compromise
AMPD quotes up to 38 km/h, which is a lot for a young child, and at 31.5kg it is heavy for a kids bike.
Consider something else if
You want a pedal bike for your child to ride on paths, since this model is for private property only.
Check before you buy
Set the parental limiter before the first ride, confirm the age and height fit with AMPD since its two age statements differ, and ride on private property only.
Full specification
Drive and power
Frame and ride
Australian compliance
Throttle only with no pedals, so it sits outside Australia's pedal-assist e-bike rules as sold. Check registration and where you can legally ride in your state.
Lil Rippa 16 vs EVO Racing 18
| AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 | AMPD Bros EVO Racing 18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,999 | $1,999 |
| Motor | Rear hub (brand not published), hub drive | Rear hub (brand not published), hub drive |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Battery | 468 Wh | 180 Wh |
| Claimed range | 40 km | 15 km |
| Weight | 31.5 kg | 26.6 kg |
| Frame | Kids model. Carbon steel fat-tyre electric balance bike, step-over, 560mm seat height. AMPD says ages 4 and up in the spec header and riders aged 5 to 6 and above or about 130cm tall in the description | Kids model. Aluminium electric balance bike with dual suspension, 660 to 760mm seat height, 50kg max load. AMPD says ages 5 and up, riders 110 to 125cm |
| Wheels | 16 x 4.0 fat off-road mud | 18 x 2.5 all-terrain |
| Category | Moped | Moped |
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
Choose the Lil Rippa 16 if
you want its 16 x 4.0 fat off-road mud wheel set.
Choose the EVO Racing 18 if
it is listed 4.9 kg lighter (26.6 kg against 31.5 kg); you want its 18 x 2.5 all-terrain wheel set.
How you would ride it
AMPD Bros
Designed in Queensland, AMPD is the Australian-grown brand that built its name on fat-tyre adventure bikes and now claims best-selling status in its category every year since 2019.
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Common questions
How much does the AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 cost in Australia?
The AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 is listed at $1,999 (price at ampdbros.com.au (kids off-road only model)). eBikeFinder checks pricing against manufacturer and distributor information, and prices can change with sales and stock. This price was last checked on 17 Oct 2026.
Is the AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 road legal in Australia?
Not as a bicycle. The AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 sits outside the 250W pedal-assist standard (through higher power or a throttle that drives it beyond walking pace), so in Australia it is treated as a motor vehicle. That means it is for private property or off-road use, not public roads or shared paths, unless registered.
What is the range of the AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16?
The AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 has a claimed range of about 40 km from its 468Wh battery. Real-world range is usually lower than the claim, since it depends on assist level, rider weight, terrain and wind.
What motor does the AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 have?
The AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 uses a Rear hub (brand not published) motor, in a rear hub position, producing 65Nm of torque. The torque figure is as advertised by the seller and may be measured at the wheel, so it is not directly comparable with e-bike motor torque.
How much does the AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 weigh?
The AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 weighs about 31.5 kg as listed. Plan transport around a trailer, ramp or van.
Who sells and backs the AMPD Bros Lil Rippa 16 in Australia?
The AMPD Bros range is distributed in Australia by AMPD Bros (Gold Coast, QLD). It comes with a 2 years frame, 2 years motor and battery warranty. Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.