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

2015 TVS Star City
#577

2015 TVS Star City

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.1 hp95.0 kg0.064 kW/kg
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2010 Vespa GTS 250 I.e.
#578

2010 Vespa GTS 250 I.e.

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
21.3 hp146.0 kg0.109 kW/kg

The 2010 Vespa GTS 250 i.e. is a modern automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking stylish, reliable transpo…

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2025 Vespa GTS 300
#579

2025 Vespa GTS 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
23.8 hp158.0 kg0.112 kW/kg
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2006 Yamaha DT 50 R
#580

2006 Yamaha DT 50 R

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
2.1 hp98.0 kg0.016 kW/kg

The 2006 Yamaha DT 50 R is a lightweight enduro bike ideal for beginner riders and younger enthusiasts seeking affordabl…

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2026 Yamaha FZ S
#581

2026 Yamaha FZ S

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.0 hp135.0 kg0.077 kW/kg

The 2026 Yamaha FZ-S is a lightweight 153cc sport motorcycle designed for entry-level riders and daily commuters seeking…

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2026 Haojin Charm HJ115 16
#582

2026 Haojin Charm HJ115 16

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.1 hp103.0 kg0.059 kW/kg

The 2026 Haojin Charm HJ115-16 is a practical 113.6cc scooter designed for budget-conscious commuters seeking reliable d…

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2026 Zero Xb
#583

2026 Zero Xb

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.0 hp63.0 kg0.118 kW/kg

The 2026 Zero XB is an electric trial motorcycle designed for beginners and casual riders seeking affordable, low-mainte…

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2026 TRS On E Kids 20
#584

2026 TRS On E Kids 20

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
1.8 hp27.0 kg0.050 kW/kg

The TRS On-E Kids 20 is an electric minibike designed for young riders learning off-road skills. Featuring a 1.8 HP elec…

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2025 Haojue Udf 125
#585

2025 Haojue Udf 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.9 hp115.0 kg0.058 kW/kg

The 2025 Haojue UDF 125 is an affordable, lightweight commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking practicality an…

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2020 Italika FT150 Heavy Duty
#586

2020 Italika FT150 Heavy Duty

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.6 hp117.0 kg0.080 kW/kg

The 2020 Italika FT150 is a practical heavy-duty commuter motorcycle designed for budget-conscious riders seeking reliab…

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2024 Janus Halcyon 250
#587

2024 Janus Halcyon 250

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.0 hp119.3 kg0.088 kW/kg

The 2024 Janus Halcyon 250 is a classic-styled commuter motorcycle powered by a modest 229cc single-cylinder four-stroke…

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2026 Aprilia RS 125 GP Replica
#588

2026 Aprilia RS 125 GP Replica

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.8 hp144.0 kg0.077 kW/kg

The 2026 Aprilia RS 125 GP Replica is an entry-level sportbike designed for novice and young riders seeking an affordabl…

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2026 Benelli 302S
#589

2026 Benelli 302S

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
37.6 hp195.0 kg0.144 kW/kg

The 2025 Benelli 302S is a lightweight naked bike designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking an accessible en…

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2013 Derbi Senda DRD 125 SM
#590

2013 Derbi Senda DRD 125 SM

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp120.0 kg0.093 kW/kg
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2018 Honda SH125I
#591

2018 Honda SH125I

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.9 hp123.0 kg0.078 kW/kg

The 2018 Honda SH125i is a premium automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and practical riders seeking comfort a…

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2022 Honda Forza 350
#592

2022 Honda Forza 350

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
28.4 hp184.0 kg0.115 kW/kg

The 2022 Honda Forza 350 is a mid-size automatic scooter ideal for commuters and casual riders seeking comfort and pract…

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2023 Honda Forza 350
#593

2023 Honda Forza 350

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
28.4 hp184.0 kg0.115 kW/kg

The 2023 Honda Forza 350 is a maxi-scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking comfortable, practical urban…

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2026 Jawa 350 2T
#594

2026 Jawa 350 2T

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
23.0 hp154.0 kg0.111 kW/kg

The 2026 Jawa 350 2T is a lightweight allround motorcycle powered by a characterful air-cooled twin two-stroke engine de…

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2025 Kawasaki Elektrode
#595

2025 Kawasaki Elektrode

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
0.3 hp20.9 kg0.011 kW/kg

The 2025 Kawasaki Elektrode is a lightweight electric runabout designed for casual urban riders and beginners seeking ec…

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2026 Kawasaki Z125 Pro
#596

2026 Kawasaki Z125 Pro

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.7 hp102.0 kg0.071 kW/kg

The 2026 Kawasaki Z125 Pro is an entry-level naked bike designed for new riders and commuters seeking an affordable, lig…

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2026 Keeway Kee 110
#597

2026 Keeway Kee 110

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
6.9 hp103.0 kg0.050 kW/kg

The 2026 Keeway Kee 110 is an entry-level scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, reliab…

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2020 Keeway Zahara 125
#598

2020 Keeway Zahara 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.1 hp110.0 kg0.055 kW/kg
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2023 KTM Freeride E
#599

2023 KTM Freeride E

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.8 hp95.0 kg0.116 kW/kg
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2025 Malaguti Dune 125 Adventure
#600

2025 Malaguti Dune 125 Adventure

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
13.4 hp130.0 kg0.077 kW/kg

The 2025 Malaguti Dune 125 Adventure is a lightweight super motard designed for entry-level and budget-conscious riders …

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