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

2020 Suzuki Raider R150 Fi
#1033

2020 Suzuki Raider R150 Fi

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
18.2 hp109.0 kg0.125 kW/kg
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2017 SYM Symphony 50
#1034

2017 SYM Symphony 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.0 hp100.0 kg0.022 kW/kg
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2022 Sym SYM VF 125
#1035

2022 Sym SYM VF 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.3 hp111.0 kg0.056 kW/kg
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2012 TVS Apache RTR 160
#1036

2012 TVS Apache RTR 160

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
17.6 hp226.0 kg0.058 kW/kg
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2007 Ural Ranger
#1037

2007 Ural Ranger

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
42.0 hp334.0 kg0.094 kW/kg
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2015 Ural Retro
#1038

2015 Ural Retro

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
42.0 hp350.0 kg0.089 kW/kg
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2001 Yamaha TDR 125
#1039

2001 Yamaha TDR 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp128.0 kg0.087 kW/kg

The 2001 Yamaha TDR 125 is a versatile all-rounder designed for novice and budget-conscious riders seeking an affordable…

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2018 Yamaha Mio Soul I 125
#1040

2018 Yamaha Mio Soul I 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.4 hp96.0 kg0.073 kW/kg

The 2018 Yamaha Mio Soul i 125 is an efficient commuter scooter designed for budget-conscious urban riders across Asia. …

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2025 Yamaha Aerox 155
#1041

2025 Yamaha Aerox 155

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.8 hp116.0 kg0.095 kW/kg

The 2025 Yamaha Aerox 155 is a sporty 155cc automatic scooter designed for riders wanting performance styling with every…

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2024 Herald Scrambler 125
#1042

2024 Herald Scrambler 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.0 hp126.0 kg0.059 kW/kg

The 2024 Herald Scrambler 125 is an entry-level allround motorcycle ideal for beginner and casual riders seeking afforda…

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2018 KSR TW 125 SM
#1043

2018 KSR TW 125 SM

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.7 hp144.0 kg0.055 kW/kg
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2023 Lexmoto Aura 125
#1044

2023 Lexmoto Aura 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.7 hp134.0 kg0.054 kW/kg

The 2023 Lexmoto Aura 125 is a practical automatic scooter ideal for urban commuters and novice riders seeking an afford…

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2025 Lexmoto Xdv 125
#1045

2025 Lexmoto Xdv 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.5 hp156.0 kg0.060 kW/kg

The 2025 Lexmoto XDV 125 is an automatic scooter designed for commuters and new riders seeking practical urban mobility.…

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2020 Voge 300RR
#1046

2020 Voge 300RR

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
29.0 hp153.0 kg0.141 kW/kg

The 2020 Voge 300RR is a lightweight Chinese sportbike designed for budget-conscious riders seeking affordable performan…

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2013 AJS Daytona 125
#1047

2013 AJS Daytona 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.0 hp180.0 kg0.046 kW/kg
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2018 Aprilia SR Motard 125
#1048

2018 Aprilia SR Motard 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.6 hp122.0 kg0.059 kW/kg
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2022 Benelli Imperiale 400
#1049

2022 Benelli Imperiale 400

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
20.8 hp197.0 kg0.079 kW/kg

The 2022 Benelli Imperiale 400 is a lightweight allrounder powered by a 373cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine produci…

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2022 Benelli Leoncino 250
#1050

2022 Benelli Leoncino 250

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
25.5 hp153.0 kg0.124 kW/kg

The 2022 Benelli Leoncino 250 is a lightweight super motard designed for entry-level and beginner riders seeking an agil…

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2025 BMW Ce 02
#1051

2025 BMW Ce 02

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

The 2025 BMW CE 02 is a lightweight electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking agile, eco-friendly city mobil…

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2023 Genuine Scooter Buddy 50
#1052

2023 Genuine Scooter Buddy 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
2.0 hp89.8 kg0.017 kW/kg
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2012 Hartford VR200X
#1053

2012 Hartford VR200X

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
19.2 hp139.0 kg0.103 kW/kg
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1997 Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow ACE
#1054

1997 Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow ACE

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
50.0 hp260.0 kg0.143 kW/kg

The 1997 Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow ACE is a cruiser designed for riders seeking classic styling with reliable V-twin perfo…

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2015 Honda Zoomer-X
#1055

2015 Honda Zoomer-X

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

The 2015 Honda Zoomer-X is a compact Asian market commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking practical daily tra…

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2026 Kawasaki KLR650S ABS
#1056

2026 Kawasaki KLR650S ABS

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
40.4 hp208.9 kg0.144 kW/kg

The 2026 Kawasaki KLR650S ABS is an accessible dual-sport motorcycle ideal for adventure riders seeking reliable, straig…

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