Best Beginner Motorcycles - A2 Legal (EU/UK) (2024)
282 motorcycles in 2024
Scooters
Underbones
Naked Motorcycles
Sportbikes
Sport Tourers
Touring Motorcycles
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Dual-Sport Motorcycles
Enduro Bikes
Motocross 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 - 2024 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.
#217
2024 Benelli TRK 502
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 45/100 · 40.2 hp · 213 kg · 818 mm seat · 2 ratings
The 2024 Benelli TRK 502 is an accessible mid-range adventure tourer designed for riders seeking practical lon…
#218
2024 Honda CBR150R
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 45/100 · 16.9 hp · 138 kg · 787 mm seat
The 2024 Honda CBR150R is an entry-level sportbike engineered for novice and commuter riders seeking affordabl…
#219
2024 Peugeot Django 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 45/100 · 11.3 hp · 137 kg · 770 mm seat
The 2024 Peugeot Django 125 is a practical automatic scooter ideally suited for urban commuters and casual rid…
#220
2024 Felo FW-06
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 45/100 · 6.7 hp · 125 kg · 800 mm seat
The 2024 Felo FW-06 is a Chinese electric scooter, not a GasGas enduro. A 96 V 58 Ah lithium pack (roughly 5.6…
#221
2024 Lance Havana Classic 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 45/100 · 7.8 hp · 100 kg · 762 mm seat
The 2024 Lance Havana Classic 125 is a retro-styled scooter aimed at city commuters and new riders who want ea…
#222
2024 RFN Rally Pro
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 45/100 · 6.7 hp · 68 kg · 860 mm seat
The 2024 RFN Rally Pro is an electric off-road adventure bike powered by an air-cooled PMSM motor producing up…
#223
2024 Vespa GTS SuperSport 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 44/100 · 13.8 hp · 160 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2024 Vespa GTS SuperSport 125 is a stylish urban scooter designed for commuters and leisure riders seeking…
#224
2024 Macbor Eight Mile 500 Street
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 44/100 · 46.9 hp · 195 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2024 Macbor Eight Mile 500 is a versatile street-focused middleweight suited for riders seeking accessible…
#225
2024 Janus Halcyon 450
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 44/100 · 30 hp · 165 kg · 762 mm seat
The 2024 Janus Halcyon 450 is a versatile all-rounder powered by a 445cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine pr…
#226
2024 Janus Gryffin 250
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 44/100 · 14 hp · 121 kg · 838 mm seat
Janus keeps the 2024 Gryffin 250 on the same 229 cc air-cooled single, 14 hp, 5-speed and leading-link front e…
#227
2024 Mitt 125 RT Super
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 44/100 · 8.7 hp · 102 kg · 760 mm seat
The 2024 Mitt 125 RT Super is an entry-level automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders …
#228
2024 Vespa Primavera Tech 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 44/100 · 11 hp · 126 kg · 785 mm seat
#229
2024 Rieju MR 250 Pro
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 43/100 · 105 kg · 950 mm seat
The 2024 Rieju MR 250 Pro is a lightweight enduro motorcycle built for off-road enthusiasts seeking an afforda…
#230
2024 Izuka TL125A ES
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 43/100 · 9.6 hp · 107 kg
#231
2024 Kuberg Freerider Street
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 43/100 · 5.4 hp · 40 kg · 860 mm seat
The 2024 Kuberg Freerider Street is an electric enduro motorcycle designed for young riders and beginners seek…
#232
2024 Vespa GTS SuperTech 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 43/100 · 14 hp · 160 kg · 790 mm seat
The 2024 Vespa GTS SuperTech 125 is a stylish automatic scooter engineered for urban commuters seeking reliabl…
#233
2024 Malaguti XTM125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 43/100 · 14.8 hp · 124 kg · 1020 mm seat
The 2024 Malaguti XTM125 is a lightweight enduro motorcycle designed for beginner and intermediate off-road ri…
#234
2024 AJP SPR 510R Enduro
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 43/100 · 38 hp · 119 kg · 960 mm seat
The 2024 AJP SPR 510R Enduro is a lightweight single-cylinder offroad machine designed for adventure riders se…
#235
2024 KTM Freeride E-XC
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 42/100 · 12.1 hp · 111 kg · 910 mm seat
The 2024 KTM Freeride E-XC is an electric enduro built for riders who want silent, low-impact trail exploratio…
#236
2024 KTM 150 XC-W
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 42/100 · 11.5 hp · 96 kg · 950 mm seat
The 2024 KTM 150 XC-W is a lightweight enduro bike designed for amateur and intermediate off-road riders seeki…
#237
2024 Scomadi TT200
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 42/100 · 18.4 hp · 137 kg · 780 mm seat
The 2024 Scomadi TT200 is a modern 181cc scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking practical ur…
#238
2024 GAS GAS EX 250
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 42/100 · 101 kg · 950 mm seat
The 2024 GAS GAS EX 250 is a lightweight two-stroke enduro bike designed for trail riders and racers seeking n…
#239
2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 250
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 42/100 · 30 hp · 164 kg · 820 mm seat
#240
2024 Herald Brat 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 41/100 · 14 hp · 147 kg · 820 mm seat
The Herald Brat 125 is a lightweight British retro-styled commuter designed for new riders and urban enthusias…