Best Beginner Motorcycles - A2 Legal (EU/UK) (2025)
394 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
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 - 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.
#121
2025 Benelli TRK 502
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 56/100 · 40.2 hp · 210 kg · 835 mm seat
The Benelli TRK 502 is a middleweight adventure tourer designed for riders seeking accessible long-distance ca…
#122
2025 Honda Unicorn Dazzler
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#123
2025 SYM Symnh X 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#124
2025 Benelli TRK 251
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 56/100 · 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…
#125
2025 Sym Maxsym 400 GT
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 56/100 · 33.5 hp · 212 kg · 780 mm seat
The 2025 Sym Maxsym 400 GT is a practical maxi-scooter designed for commuters and riders seeking comfortable, …
#126
2025 Suzuki GSX-R125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#127
2025 SYM Joymax Z Plus 300
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 56/100 · 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…
#128
2025 Jawa 400 Geeny
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 56/100 · 42.2 hp · 185 kg · 770 mm seat
The 2025 Jawa 400 Geeny is a liquid-cooled naked bike built for riders seeking classic styling with modern per…
#129
2025 KTM Freeride E
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#130
2025 KTM 150 XC-W
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#131
2025 Kawasaki KLR 650 S
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 55/100 · 40 hp · 207 kg · 815 mm seat
The 2025 Kawasaki KLR 650 S is a versatile super motard designed for adventure and off-road enthusiasts seekin…
#132
2025 Sym Fugue 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 55/100 · 10.7 hp · 129 kg · 805 mm seat
The 2025 Sym Fugue 125 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and beginner riders seeki…
#133
2025 Lifan KPT400
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 55/100 · 44.9 hp · 492 kg · 800 mm seat
The 2025 Lifan KPT400 is a capable mid-range touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking affordable adventu…
#134
2025 Kayo T4 300
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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.…
#135
2025 Peugeot Metropolis SW
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#136
2025 Brixton Cromwell 250
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#137
2025 Vespa GTV 300
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#138
2025 SYM Fiddle 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#139
2025 Aeon Ai 1 More
A2 legal (EU/UK)
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…
#140
2025 Aprilia SR GT 200
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 55/100 · 144 kg · 765 mm seat
The 2025 Aprilia SR GT 200 is a nimble scooter designed for urban commuters seeking style and practicality. It…
#141
2025 Malaguti XSM125 Adventure
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 55/100 · 14.8 hp · 124 kg · 865 mm seat
The 2025 Malaguti XSM125 Adventure is a lightweight supermotard designed for novice and budget-conscious rider…
#142
2025 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650X ICON Limited Edition
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 55/100 · 47.4 hp · 240 kg · 795 mm seat
The 2025 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650x ICON Limited Edition is a retro-styled middleweight cruiser built for ride…
#143
2025 Suzuki Access 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 55/100 · 8.3 hp · 106 kg · 773 mm seat
#144
2025 Sym JET14 Evo 125
A2 legal (EU/UK)
Score 54/100 · 137 kg · 785 mm seat
The 2025 Sym Jet14 Evo 125 is a fuel-injected automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders se…