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

2026 Kayo K2
#49

2026 Kayo K2

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
16.1 hp98.0 kg0.123 kW/kg

The 2025 Kayo K2 is a lightweight enduro motorcycle designed for entry-level off-road riders seeking affordable adventur…

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2026 Kayo T4 300
#50

2026 Kayo T4 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
21.5 hp112.4 kg0.143 kW/kg

The 2026 Kayo T4 300 is a lightweight enduro bike designed for entry-level and recreational off-road riders seeking affo…

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2014 Honda Wave 100R
#51

2014 Honda Wave 100R

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
7.3 hp91.5 kg0.059 kW/kg

The 2014 Honda Wave 100R is a lightweight, fuel-efficient scooter designed for budget-conscious commuters and new riders…

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2021 Sym SYM NH T 200
#52

2021 Sym SYM NH T 200

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
18.1 hp152.0 kg0.089 kW/kg

The 2021 Sym NH T 200 is a lightweight naked bike designed for novice and commuter riders seeking an affordable, easy-to…

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2026 Honda CB125F
#53

2026 Honda CB125F

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.7 hp117.0 kg0.068 kW/kg

The 2026 Honda CB125F is an approachable commuter and learner motorcycle powered by a reliable 124cc air-cooled single-c…

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2026 Sym Symphony 125
#54

2026 Sym Symphony 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.3 hp122.0 kg0.069 kW/kg

The SYM Symphony 125 is a practical automatic scooter designed for commuters and novice riders seeking fuel-efficient ur…

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2024 KTM RC 125
#55

2024 KTM RC 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp147.0 kg0.076 kW/kg

The 2024 KTM RC 125 is a lightweight sport bike designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking an agile, entry-le…

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2026 Sym Symnh X 125
#56

2026 Sym Symnh X 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.7 hp143.0 kg0.056 kW/kg

The 2026 Sym NH X 125 is an accessible naked bike designed for beginner and commuter riders seeking affordability and pr…

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2025 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650
#57

2025 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
46.4 hp241.0 kg0.144 kW/kg

The Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is a retro-styled middleweight cruiser powered by a 648cc parallel-twin engine delive…

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2026 Aprilia RS125
#58

2026 Aprilia RS125

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

The 2026 Aprilia RS125 is an entry-level sportbike designed for new riders and commuters seeking an agile, lightweight m…

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2007 Hero CD Deluxe
#59

2007 Hero CD Deluxe

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
7.8 hp170.0 kg0.034 kW/kg

The 2007 Hero Honda CD Deluxe is an entry-level commuter motorcycle suited for first-time riders and daily urban users. …

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2009 Hero Passion Pro
#60

2009 Hero Passion Pro

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.0 hp119.0 kg0.056 kW/kg

The 2009 Hero Honda Passion Pro is a lightweight commuter bike suited for budget-conscious riders seeking fuel efficienc…

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2026 Aprilia Rx 125
#61

2026 Aprilia Rx 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp124.0 kg0.090 kW/kg

The 2026 Aprilia RX 125 is a lightweight enduro bike designed for novice and young off-road riders seeking an accessible…

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2026 CF Moto Moto Papio Ss
#62

2026 CF Moto Moto Papio Ss

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.4 hp114.0 kg0.061 kW/kg

The 2026 CF Moto Moto Papio SS is a compact, accessible scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking econ…

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2026 Honda CB 125F
#63

2026 Honda CB 125F

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.7 hp117.0 kg0.068 kW/kg

The 2026 Honda CB 125F is an entry-level commuter motorcycle ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking reliable, …

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2026 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX
#64

2026 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX

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

The 2026 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX is an automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical, fuel-effici…

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2026 KTM SX E 5
#65

2026 KTM SX E 5

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
2.7 hp40.5 kg0.050 kW/kg

The 2026 KTM SX-E 5 is a lightweight electric minibike designed for young riders and beginners learning off-road skills.…

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2026 Sym Symphony 200
#66

2026 Sym Symphony 200

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.1 hp124.0 kg0.073 kW/kg

The 2026 Sym Symphony 200 is an automatic scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking reliable urban mobili…

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2026 Aprilia RS 125
#67

2026 Aprilia RS 125

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

The 2026 Aprilia RS 125 is a lightweight sport bike engineered for beginner and intermediate riders seeking an accessibl…

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2026 Benelli 150S
#68

2026 Benelli 150S

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
13.1 hp147.0 kg0.066 kW/kg

The 2026 Benelli 150S is an affordable naked bike ideal for beginner and young riders seeking reliable urban commuting. …

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2026 Voge Sfida SR1 ADV
#69

2026 Voge Sfida SR1 ADV

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.4 hp134.0 kg0.063 kW/kg

The 2026 Voge Sfida SR1 ADV is a lightweight adventure-styled scooter powered by a 125cc liquid-cooled four-stroke engin…

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2026 Honda CRF300LS
#70

2026 Honda CRF300LS

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
27.0 hp141.1 kg0.143 kW/kg

The 2026 Honda CRF300LS is a lightweight adventure bike designed for novice to intermediate riders seeking accessible of…

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2026 Suzuki GSX S125
#71

2026 Suzuki GSX S125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp135.0 kg0.083 kW/kg

The Suzuki GSX-S125 is an entry-level naked bike designed for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordable, reliabl…

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2026 Harley-Davidson Freewheeler
#72

2026 Harley-Davidson Freewheeler

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
90.0 hp495.8 kg0.135 kW/kg

The 2026 Harley-Davidson Freewheeler is a three-wheeled cruiser designed for riders seeking stability and commanding pre…

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