Best Beginner Motorcycles - LAMS Eligible (Australia) (2026)
350 motorcycles in 2026
Scooters
Underbones
Naked Motorcycles
Sportbikes
Sport Tourers
Touring Motorcycles
Cruisers
Adventure Motorcycles
Dual-Sport Motorcycles
Enduro Bikes
Motocross Bikes
Supermotos
Trials Bikes
Minibikes
Electric Motorcycles
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 - 2026 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.
#73
2026 Bajaj Pulsar 150
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 60/100 · 14 hp · 141 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2026 Bajaj Pulsar 150 is a sporty commuter motorcycle designed for budget-conscious riders seeking style a…
#74
2026 Bajaj Avenger 220 Street
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 60/100 · 18.7 hp · 160 kg · 737 mm seat
The 2026 Bajaj Avenger 220 Street is a sporty middleweight cruiser designed for budget-conscious riders seekin…
#75
2026 Suzuki DR-Z125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 60/100 · 15 hp · 88 kg · 775 mm seat
The 2026 Suzuki DR-Z125 is a lightweight dual-sport motorcycle designed for young riders and beginners seeking…
#76
2026 Honda ADV350
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 28.8 hp · 186 kg · 795 mm seat
The 2026 Honda ADV 350 is a nimble mid-size adventure scooter designed for commuters and weekend explorers see…
#77
2026 Vespa GTS SuperTech 300
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 23.8 hp · 158 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2026 Vespa GTS SuperTech 300 is a premium scooter designed for riders seeking stylish urban commuting with…
#78
2026 Kayo T4 300
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 21.5 hp · 112 kg · 925 mm seat
The 2026 Kayo T4 300 is a lightweight enduro bike designed for entry-level and recreational off-road riders se…
#79
2026 Honda CB125F
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 10.7 hp · 117 kg · 790 mm seat · 1 rating
The 2026 Honda CB 125F is an entry-level commuter motorcycle ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking …
#80
2026 Suzuki GSX-S125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 15 hp · 135 kg · 785 mm seat
The Suzuki GSX-S125 is an entry-level naked bike designed for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordabl…
#81
2026 SYM Joyride S 200
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 16.8 hp · 164 kg · 760 mm seat
The 2026 Sym Joyride S 200 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking affordability…
#82
2026 Suzuki Address 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 8.4 hp · 108 kg · 770 mm seat
The 2026 Suzuki Address 125 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking reliable dai…
#83
2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 51 hp · 298 kg · 681 mm seat
The 2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT is a mid-sized cruiser designed for riders seeking accessible, comfort…
#84
2026 SYM Joymax Z Plus 300
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 25.6 hp · 185 kg · 747 mm seat
The 2026 Sym Joymax Z Plus 300 is a mid-sized automatic scooter ideal for commuters and riders seeking practic…
#85
2026 Hyosung GV 300 S Aquila
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 29.4 hp · 172 kg · 740 mm seat
The 2026 Hyosung GV 300 S Aquila is a lightweight cruiser designed for beginner and middleweight riders seekin…
#86
2026 Malaguti XSM125 Adventure
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 14.8 hp · 124 kg · 865 mm seat
The Malaguti XSM125 Adventure is an agile 125cc supermoto designed for budget-conscious riders seeking nimble …
#87
2026 Keeway Kee 110
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 59/100 · 6.9 hp · 103 kg · 780 mm seat
The 2026 Keeway Kee 110 is a lightweight underbone for commuters who want frugal, practical step-through trans…
#88
2026 Suzuki GSX250R
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 58/100 · 24 hp · 181 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2026 Suzuki GSX250R is a lightweight sport bike ideal for beginner and intermediate riders seeking an affo…
#89
2026 BMW G 310 GS
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 58/100 · 34 hp · 175 kg · 833 mm seat
The 2026 BMW G 310 GS is a lightweight adventure bike perfect for beginners and riders seeking accessible dual…
#90
2026 SYM Symphony 200
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 58/100 · 12.1 hp · 124 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2026 Sym Symphony 200 is an automatic scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking reliable ur…
#91
2026 Vespa GTS Supersport 310
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 58/100 · 25 hp · 158 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2026 Vespa GTS SuperSport 310 is a premium scooter designed for riders seeking classic Italian style combi…
#92
2026 SYM Fiddle 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 58/100 · 11.3 hp · 121 kg · 780 mm seat
The Sym Fiddle 125 is a practical entry-level scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking affo…
#93
2026 Ecooter E2S
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 58/100 · 94 kg · 740 mm seat
The 2026 Ecooter E2S is an electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking affordable, eco-friendly tran…
#94
2026 SYM Cruisym 300
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 58/100 · 27.5 hp · 194 kg · 760 mm seat
The 2026 Sym Cruisym 300 is a stylish maxi-scooter designed for riders seeking comfortable, practical urban an…
#95
2026 Sharmax Travel 1000 RR Limited
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 58/100 · 56.3 hp · 332 kg · 720 mm seat
The Sharmax Travel 1000 RR Limited is an 800cc V2 touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking comfortable l…
#96
2026 Yamaha Zuma 125
LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
Score 58/100 · 8.6 hp · 128 kg · 785 mm seat
The 2026 Yamaha Zuma 125 is a nimble automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking aff…