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

2012 Vespa LX 150 I.e.
#529

2012 Vespa LX 150 I.e.

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.7 hp110.2 kg0.079 kW/kg

The 2012 Vespa LX 150 i.e. is a stylish 150cc scooter ideal for urban commuters and casual riders seeking retro charm wi…

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2017 Honda Wave 110I
#530

2017 Honda Wave 110I

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.4 hp94.0 kg0.067 kW/kg

The 2017 Honda Wave 110i is an economical commuter scooter designed for budget-conscious riders seeking reliable daily t…

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2020 Hanway Scrambler 125
#531

2020 Hanway Scrambler 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.6 hp112.0 kg0.071 kW/kg

The 2020 Hanway Scrambler 125 is an affordable, accessible entry-level scrambler suited for novice riders and urban comm…

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2021 Genuine Scooter Brio 50I
#532

2021 Genuine Scooter Brio 50I

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

The 2021 Genuine Scooter Brio 50i is an entry-level automatic scooter ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking a…

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2022 Genuine Scooter Rattler 200I
#533

2022 Genuine Scooter Rattler 200I

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.4 hp89.8 kg0.095 kW/kg

The 2022 Genuine Scooter Rattler 200i is a practical commuter scooter ideal for urban riders seeking fuel efficiency and…

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2024 Vespa GTS 300
#534

2024 Vespa GTS 300

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

The 2024 Vespa GTS 300 is a premium modern scooter powered by a 278cc liquid-cooled four-stroke engine producing 23.8 ho…

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2024 Sym SYM Joyride S 125
#535

2024 Sym SYM Joyride S 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
13.7 hp153.0 kg0.067 kW/kg

The 2024 Sym Joyride S 125 is an automatic scooter designed for city commuters and casual riders seeking practical daily…

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2025 Kawasaki KLX 140R L
#536

2025 Kawasaki KLX 140R L

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
7.2 hp95.0 kg0.057 kW/kg

The 2025 Kawasaki KLX 140R L is a lightweight enduro bike designed for young riders and beginners learning off-road skil…

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2025 Royal Alloy Tg 125 Ac
#537

2025 Royal Alloy Tg 125 Ac

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.5 hp148.0 kg0.048 kW/kg

The 2025 Royal Alloy TG 125 AC is a modern 125cc scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking fuel-efficient,…

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2025 Ryvid Anthem
#538

2025 Ryvid Anthem

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
26.8 hp142.0 kg0.141 kW/kg

The 2025 Ryvid Anthem is an electric allround motorcycle designed for practical, everyday riders seeking affordable urba…

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2025 Voge Sfida SR3
#539

2025 Voge Sfida SR3

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
25.5 hp155.0 kg0.123 kW/kg

The 2025 Voge Sfida SR3 is a practical 244cc scooter designed for urban commuters seeking reliable daily transportation.…

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2025 Yamaha Szr
#540

2025 Yamaha Szr

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.7 hp125.0 kg0.064 kW/kg

The 2025 Yamaha SZR is a lightweight 123cc allround motorcycle designed for beginner and commuter riders seeking afforda…

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2018 Vespa GTV 300
#541

2018 Vespa GTV 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
23.8 hp158.0 kg0.112 kW/kg
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2020 Sym SYM Orbit III 50
#542

2020 Sym SYM Orbit III 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.0 hp107.0 kg0.021 kW/kg

The 2020 Sym Orbit III 50 is a lightweight scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, fuel-…

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2025 Can-Am Pulse 73
#543

2025 Can-Am Pulse 73

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
27.0 hp177.0 kg0.114 kW/kg

The 2025 Can-Am Pulse 73 is an electric motorcycle designed for urban commuters and eco-conscious riders seeking nimble …

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2025 Gogoro Jego
#544

2025 Gogoro Jego

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.4 hp77.0 kg0.033 kW/kg

The 2025 Gogoro Jego is a lightweight, urban-focused electric scooter ideal for commuters and new riders seeking easy ma…

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2025 Janus Halcyon 450 Fort Goshen
#545

2025 Janus Halcyon 450 Fort Goshen

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
30.0 hp165.0 kg0.136 kW/kg

The 2025 Janus Halcyon 450 Fort Goshen is a lightweight touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking affordable long-d…

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2025 Orcal Cavaro 50
#546

2025 Orcal Cavaro 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.1 hp90.0 kg0.026 kW/kg

The 2025 Orcal Cavaro 50 is an entry-level scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, pract…

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2025 Sharmax Travel 1000 RR Limited
#547

2025 Sharmax Travel 1000 RR Limited

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
56.3 hp332.0 kg0.126 kW/kg

The 2025 Sharmax Travel 1000 RR Limited is an 800cc touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort…

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2025 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX
#548

2025 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.6 hp112.0 kg0.057 kW/kg

The 2025 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX is a compact automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical daily…

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2026 BMW Ce 02
#549

2026 BMW Ce 02

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.8 hp132.0 kg0.084 kW/kg

The BMW CE 02 is an electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical, emission-free mobility. Its lightwe…

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2026 Goes Copper 20
#550

2026 Goes Copper 20

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
16.2 hp210.0 kg0.058 kW/kg

The 2025 Goes Copper 2.0 is a beginner-friendly ATV powered by a 176cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine delivering 16.…

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2026 Ice Bear Trifecta 150
#551

2026 Ice Bear Trifecta 150

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
1.9 hp258.6 kg0.005 kW/kg

The Ice Bear Trifecta 150 is an entry-level commuter scooter designed for budget-conscious riders seeking affordable urb…

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2026 Lexmoto Srt 125
#552

2026 Lexmoto Srt 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.6 hp115.0 kg0.056 kW/kg

The 2026 Lexmoto SRT 125 is a practical automatic scooter ideal for commuters and new riders seeking affordable urban mo…

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