Best Beginner Motorcycles - LAMS Eligible (Australia)

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.

10,092 beginner-friendly motorcycles

2025 Genuine Scooter Urbano 200I
#361

2025 Genuine Scooter Urbano 200I

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.4 hp116.1 kg0.073 kW/kg

The 2025 Genuine Scooter Urbano 200i is an accessible, fuel-efficient commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking…

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2026 Genuine Scooter Buddy 50
#362

2026 Genuine Scooter Buddy 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
2.0 hp83.0 kg0.018 kW/kg

The 2026 Genuine Scooter Buddy 50 is an entry-level scooter perfectly suited for new riders and urban commuters seeking …

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2024 Harley-Davidson Freewheeler
#363

2024 Harley-Davidson Freewheeler

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
90.0 hp487.2 kg0.138 kW/kg

The 2024 Harley-Davidson Freewheeler is a three-wheeled cruiser powered by the Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine delivering 90 …

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2016 Honda SH125I
#364

2016 Honda SH125I

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.9 hp120.0 kg0.080 kW/kg

The 2016 Honda SH125i is a lightweight, nimble scooter designed for urban commuters and practical riders seeking reliabl…

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2025 Brixton Cromwell 250
#365

2025 Brixton Cromwell 250

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
16.9 hp145.0 kg0.087 kW/kg

The 2025 Brixton Cromwell 250 is an accessible retro-styled commuter ideal for new riders and urban enthusiasts. Its lig…

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2025 Kayo Td 125
#366

2025 Kayo Td 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.5 hp65.4 kg0.097 kW/kg

The 2025 Kayo TD 125 is an affordable entry-level enduro bike ideal for beginner off-road riders and casual trail enthus…

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2024 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra
#367

2024 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
93.0 hp546.1 kg0.127 kW/kg

The 2024 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra is a three-wheeled touring cruiser designed for riders seeking ultimate stabili…

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2026 KTM 125 Xc
#368

2026 KTM 125 Xc

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp94.8 kg0.118 kW/kg

The 2026 KTM 125 XC is a lightweight two-stroke enduro bike designed for young riders and beginners seeking entry-level …

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2026 Malaguti Aventura 125
#369

2026 Malaguti Aventura 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.1 hp150.0 kg0.055 kW/kg

The 2026 Malaguti Aventura 125 is a fuel-efficient automatic scooter ideal for urban commuters and beginner riders seeki…

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2026 Sym Fiddle 50
#370

2026 Sym Fiddle 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.0 hp108.0 kg0.021 kW/kg

The 2026 Sym Fiddle 50 is an entry-level automatic scooter perfect for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordable…

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2026 Yamaha Crux
#371

2026 Yamaha Crux

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.2 hp113.0 kg0.067 kW/kg

The 2025 Yamaha Crux is a lightweight, fuel-efficient allround commuter designed for budget-conscious riders in developi…

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2026 Znen ADV 150
#372

2026 Znen ADV 150

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
13.7 hp142.0 kg0.072 kW/kg

The 2026 Znen ADV 150 is an automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and casual riders seeking reliable, fuel-effi…

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2025 Johammer J1200
#373

2025 Johammer J1200

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.8 hp178.0 kg0.062 kW/kg

The 2025 Johammer J1200 is an all-around electric motorcycle designed for practical, eco-conscious commuters seeking low…

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2025 Voge Trofeo 300AC
#374

2025 Voge Trofeo 300AC

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
28.2 hp159.0 kg0.132 kW/kg

The 2025 Voge Trofeo 300AC is an efficient naked bike designed for budget-conscious riders seeking reliable urban commut…

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2026 Docker C50 Classic
#375

2026 Docker C50 Classic

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
2.6 hp93.0 kg0.021 kW/kg

The Docker C50 Classic is an entry-level 49cc scooter designed for novice riders and urban commuters seeking an affordab…

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2026 Benelli Tornado Naked T 125
#376

2026 Benelli Tornado Naked T 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.1 hp124.0 kg0.067 kW/kg

The 2026 Benelli Tornado Naked T 125 is an entry-level sport minibike designed for novice riders and commuters seeking a…

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2025 SWM Hoku 125 Red
#377

2025 SWM Hoku 125 Red

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.8 hp136.0 kg0.081 kW/kg

The 2025 SWM Hoku 125 Red is an agile naked bike designed for beginner and entry-level riders seeking efficient urban co…

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2026 Genuine Scooter Roughhouse 50 Sport
#378

2026 Genuine Scooter Roughhouse 50 Sport

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
2.0 hp93.0 kg0.016 kW/kg

The 2026 Genuine Scooter Roughhouse 50 Sport is an entry-level scooter designed for new riders and urban commuters seeki…

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2025 Kymco Like 150I Noodoe
#379

2025 Kymco Like 150I Noodoe

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
13.5 hp119.8 kg0.084 kW/kg

The 2025 Kymco Like 150i Noodoe is a practical urban scooter designed for commuters and new riders seeking affordable, f…

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2025 Sym Mio 50
#380

2025 Sym Mio 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.0 hp88.0 kg0.025 kW/kg

The 2025 Sym Mio 50 is an affordable entry-level scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking economical tra…

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2020 TVS Ntorq 125
#381

2020 TVS Ntorq 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.3 hp116.0 kg0.060 kW/kg

The 2020 TVS NTorq 125 is an Indian-made scooter ideal for urban commuters seeking practical daily transportation. Known…

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2019 Ural Sportsman
#382

2019 Ural Sportsman

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
40.2 hp332.0 kg0.090 kW/kg
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2025 Vespa Gtv 300
#383

2025 Vespa Gtv 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
23.8 hp158.0 kg0.112 kW/kg

The 2025 Vespa GTV 300 is a stylish modern scooter designed for urban commuters and leisure riders seeking classic Itali…

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2022 Vespa GTV 300
#384

2022 Vespa GTV 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
23.8 hp158.0 kg0.112 kW/kg
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