Best Beginner Motorcycles - LAMS Eligible (Australia) (2025)
342 motorcycles in 2025
Scooters
Underbones
Naked Motorcycles
Sportbikes
Sport Tourers
Touring Motorcycles
Cruisers
Adventure Motorcycles
Dual-Sport Motorcycles
Enduro Bikes
Motocross Bikes
Supermotos
Trials Bikes
Minibikes
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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 - 2025 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.
#97
2025 SYM Joymax Z Plus 300
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 57/100 · 25.6 hp · 185 kg · 747 mm seat
The 2025 Sym Joymax Z Plus 300 is a premium maxi-scooter designed for commuters and touring riders seeking com…
#98
2025 Ryvid Anthem
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 57/100 · 26.3 hp · 142 kg · 762 mm seat
The 2025 Ryvid Anthem is an electric allround motorcycle designed for practical, everyday riders seeking affor…
#99
2025 Daelim Roadsport 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 57/100 · 14.8 hp · 145 kg · 780 mm seat
The 2025 Daelim Roadsport 125 is an entry-level commuter bike designed for new riders and urban commuters seek…
#100
2025 Genuine Scooter Hooligan 170I
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 56/100 · 11 hp · 126 kg · 781 mm seat
The 2025 Genuine Scooter Hooligan 170i is a stylish, lightweight commuter scooter designed for urban riders se…
#101
2025 Honda Unicorn Dazzler
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 56/100 · 14 hp · 138 kg · 798 mm seat
The 2025 Honda Unicorn Dazzler is a versatile 149cc commuter motorcycle designed for everyday riders seeking r…
#102
2025 SYM Symnh X 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 56/100 · 10.7 hp · 143 kg · 787 mm seat
The 2025 Sym NH X 125 is an entry-level naked bike ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordable…
#103
2025 Yamaha Fazer
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 56/100 · 16 hp · 141 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2025 Yamaha Fazer is a lightweight commuter naked built for everyday city riding and budget-conscious new …
#104
2025 Suzuki GSX-R125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 56/100 · 14.8 hp · 137 kg · 785 mm seat
The 2025 Suzuki GSX-R125 is an entry-level sport bike designed for new riders seeking affordable performance a…
#105
2025 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 56/100 · 93 hp · 688 mm seat
The 2025 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra is a three-wheeled cruiser designed for riders seeking stability and …
#106
2025 SYM Symnh T 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 56/100 · 10.7 hp · 150 kg · 810 mm seat
The 2025 Sym Symnh T 125 is a compact naked bike aimed at new riders and city commuters stepping up from scoot…
#107
2025 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 56/100 · 48 hp · 281 kg · 680 mm seat
The 2025 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic is a mid-sized cruiser designed for riders seeking accessible, comfortabl…
#108
2025 KTM Freeride E
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 56/100 · 14.8 hp · 111 kg · 910 mm seat
The 2025 KTM Freeride E is a lightweight electric enduro motorcycle designed for adventure-seeking riders expl…
#109
2025 Honda XR150L
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 12.1 hp · 128 kg · 833 mm seat
The 2025 Honda XR150L is a lightweight enduro bike designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking affor…
#110
2025 KTM 150 XC-W
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 11.5 hp · 96 kg · 963 mm seat
The 2025 KTM 150 XC-W is a lightweight two-stroke enduro machine built for amateur and intermediate off-road r…
#111
2025 Rieju Marathon 125 PRO
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 15 hp · 112 kg · 896 mm seat
The 2025 Rieju Marathon 125 Pro is a lightweight enduro bike designed for beginner to intermediate off-road ri…
#112
2025 Benelli TRK 251
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 25.8 hp · 164 kg · 800 mm seat
The 2025 Benelli TRK 251 is a lightweight adventure tourer designed for beginner and budget-conscious riders s…
#113
2025 Kayo T4 300
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 21.5 hp · 112 kg · 925 mm seat
The 2025 Kayo T4 300 is a nimble enduro machine built for trail riders seeking affordable off-road capability.…
#114
2025 Peugeot Metropolis SW
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 35.1 hp · 265 kg · 780 mm seat
The 2025 Peugeot Metropolis SW is a premium maxi-scooter designed for commuters and riders seeking comfort and…
#115
2025 Brixton Cromwell 250
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 17.4 hp · 145 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2025 Brixton Cromwell 250 is an accessible retro-styled commuter ideal for new riders and urban enthusiast…
#116
2025 Vespa GTV 300
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 23.8 hp · 158 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2025 Vespa GTV 300 is a stylish modern scooter designed for urban commuters and leisure riders seeking cla…
#117
2025 SYM Fiddle 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 11.3 hp · 121 kg · 780 mm seat
The 2025 Sym Fiddle 125 is a practical Euro 5-compliant scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders…
#118
2025 Janus Halcyon 450 Fort Goshen
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 30 hp · 165 kg · 762 mm seat
The 2025 Janus Halcyon 450 Fort Goshen is a lightweight touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking afforda…
#119
2025 Aeon Ai 1 More
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 9.4 hp · 103 kg · 744 mm seat
The 2025 Aeon Ai-1 More is an electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical, eco-friendly tr…
#120
2025 Royal Enfield Classic 650
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 55/100 · 47 hp · 243 kg · 800 mm seat
The 2025 Royal Enfield Classic 650 is a retro-styled middleweight cruiser powered by a fuel-injected 648cc air…