Best Beginner Motorcycles - LAMS Eligible (Australia) (2023)
335 motorcycles in 2023
Scooters
Underbones
Naked Motorcycles
Sportbikes
Sport Tourers
Touring Motorcycles
Cruisers
Adventure Motorcycles
Dual-Sport Motorcycles
Enduro Bikes
Motocross Bikes
Supermotos
Trials Bikes
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Beginner Friendly
How this is worked out: eligibility below is calculated from each motorcycle's published power and weight specs, not an official legal determination. EU/UK A2 uses the real formula (≤35kW, power-to-weight ≤0.2kW/kg) but can't account for factory-restricted variants of a more powerful base model. Australia's LAMS scheme is officially an approved list, not a pure formula - the power-to-weight ratio shown (≤150kW/tonne) is a strong indicator but always check the current state LAMS list before buying. The US has no federal beginner power cap, so those picks reflect commonly-recommended low-power specs, not a legal requirement. Always confirm current rules with your local licensing authority.
How this list is ranked - 2023 models, scored out of 100
- 35 points - fit for purpose: a low seat, light weight and the most usable power within the licence limit, compared with every other bike in this list.
- 25 points - rider interest: how often riders look the bike up on MotorcycleDB.
- 20 points - owner ratings: the average MotorcycleDB rating, weighted by how many people rated it (unrated bikes get a neutral score).
- 10 points - complete data: power, torque, weight, seat height, tank, top speed and ABS on record.
- 10 points - verified specs: figures checked against published manufacturer sources.
No manufacturer pays to appear or to rank higher. A high score means a strong, well-documented bike for its class - always check the full specs and the size comparison for your own fit.
#169
2023 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 8.5 hp · 108 kg · 780 mm seat
The 2023 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking eas…
#170
2023 Keeway Vieste 175
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 11.5 hp · 128 kg
The 2023 Keeway Vieste 175 is a practical commuter scooter designed for budget-conscious riders seeking reliab…
#171
2023 Aprilia RS 125 GP Replica
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 14.8 hp · 144 kg · 820 mm seat
The 2023 Aprilia RS 125 GP Replica is a lightweight sport bike ideal for novice and intermediate riders seekin…
#172
2023 Bajaj Platina 100
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 7.8 hp · 117 kg · 807 mm seat
The 2023 Bajaj Platina 100 is an entry-level commuter motorcycle designed for budget-conscious riders seeking …
#173
2023 Senke SK150-8
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 12.6 hp · 119 kg · 740 mm seat · 1 rating
The 2023 Senke SK150-8 is an all-around 162cc two-stroke single-cylinder motorcycle designed for versatile eve…
#174
2023 Honda CB200X
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 17 hp · 147 kg · 810 mm seat
The 2023 Honda CB200X is a lightweight adventure bike designed for new riders and urban commuters seeking nimb…
#175
2023 Bajaj Pulsar F250
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 24.1 hp · 164 kg · 795 mm seat
The 2023 Bajaj Pulsar F250 is a nimble sport motorcycle designed for riders seeking accessible performance and…
#176
2023 Hero Glamour Xtec
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 10.7 hp · 123 kg · 798 mm seat
The 2023 Hero Glamour Xtec is a practical 124.7cc sport commuter designed for budget-conscious riders seeking …
#177
2023 Yamaha Neos Electric
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 3.1 hp · 90 kg · 795 mm seat
The 2023 Yamaha Neos Electric is a practical urban commuter scooter designed for city riders seeking affordabl…
#178
2023 Royal Enfield Meteor 350
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 20.2 hp · 191 kg · 765 mm seat
The 2023 Enfield Meteor 350 is a modern classic cruiser that appeals to riders seeking relaxed, accessible per…
#179
2023 Lance Cabo 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 11.2 hp · 99 kg · 787 mm seat
The 2023 Lance Cabo 125 is a practical automatic scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking affo…
#180
2023 Mitt 125 Urban
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 53/100 · 11.4 hp · 108 kg · 765 mm seat
The 2023 Mitt 125 Urban is a practical scooter designed for urban commuters seeking affordable, fuel-efficient…
#181
2023 Lexmoto Diablo 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 52/100 · 8.9 hp · 106 kg · 810 mm seat
#182
2023 Skygo Boss 150
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 52/100 · 12.7 hp · 129 kg · 780 mm seat
The 2023 Skygo Boss 150 is an accessible all-rounder powered by a 144.7cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine de…
#183
2023 Emco Retro Nova R 3000
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 52/100 · 4 hp · 91 kg · 760 mm seat
The 2023 emco Retro Nova R 3000 is an electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking eco-friendly, low-…
#184
2023 Serpento Hurricane 200
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 52/100 · 14.7 hp · 125 kg
The 2023 Serpento Hurricane 200 is a budget naked street bike for riders who want more pull than a 125. Its 19…
#185
2023 Kawasaki KLX300R
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 52/100 · 24.4 hp · 128 kg · 925 mm seat
The 2023 Kawasaki KLX300R is a lightweight single-cylinder enduro bike designed for beginner to intermediate o…
#186
2023 MH XRT 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 52/100 · 14.5 hp · 157 kg · 775 mm seat · 2 ratings
The 2023 MH XRT 125 is a retro-styled 125cc naked bike for learner riders who want classic scrambler looks. It…
#187
2023 Vento Intrepid 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 52/100 · 10 hp · 96 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2023 Vento Intrepid 125 is an underbone for commuters who want frugal, practical step-through transport. I…
#188
2023 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 52/100 · 46.3 hp · 241 kg · 740 mm seat
The 2023 Enfield Super Meteor 650 is a modern classic cruiser that appeals to riders seeking retro styling wit…
#189
2023 Lexmoto Aura 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 51/100 · 9.7 hp · 134 kg · 800 mm seat
The 2023 Lexmoto Aura 125 is a practical automatic scooter ideal for urban commuters and novice riders seeking…
#190
2023 Yamaha FZ16
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 51/100 · 12.4 hp · 137 kg · 800 mm seat
#191
2023 Herald Maverick 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 51/100 · 10 hp · 120 kg · 885 mm seat · 2 ratings
The 2023 Herald Maverick 125 is an all-around commuter and entry-level motorcycle suited for new riders and ur…
#192
2023 Keeway Versilia 150 Special
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 51/100 · 9.7 hp · 107 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2023 Keeway Versilia 150 Special is a practical commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking reliabl…