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

2016 TGB Bullet 50
#1081

2016 TGB Bullet 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
4.9 hp95.0 kg0.038 kW/kg
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2019 Ural Gear Up
#1082

2019 Ural Gear Up

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
41.0 hp331.1 kg0.092 kW/kg
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2013 Ural Sportsman
#1083

2013 Ural Sportsman

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
40.2 hp350.0 kg0.086 kW/kg
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2018 Yamaha Byson FI
#1084

2018 Yamaha Byson FI

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.9 hp133.0 kg0.072 kW/kg
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2009 CF Moto 150 Charm AutoMatic
#1085

2009 CF Moto 150 Charm AutoMatic

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.0 hp126.0 kg0.071 kW/kg

The 2009 CF Moto 150 Charm AutoMatic is an entry-level automatic scooter designed for casual urban riders and commuters …

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2000 Hero Honda CBZ
#1086

2000 Hero Honda CBZ

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
17.2 hp135.0 kg0.095 kW/kg

The Hero Honda CBZ is a lightweight sport-touring motorcycle designed for entry-level riders and commuters seeking an af…

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2005 Honda CBR 125 R
#1087

2005 Honda CBR 125 R

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
13.0 hp115.0 kg0.084 kW/kg

The 2005 Honda CBR 125 R is an entry-level sport motorcycle designed for novice riders and commuters seeking affordable …

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2001 Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow
#1088

2001 Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
45.0 hp229.0 kg0.147 kW/kg

The 2001 Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow is an accessible cruiser ideal for riders seeking an approachable entry into cruiser rid…

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2020 Lifan KPR 200
#1089

2020 Lifan KPR 200

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
17.0 hp149.7 kg0.085 kW/kg

The 2020 Lifan KPR 200 is an entry-level commuter motorcycle suited for new riders and budget-conscious buyers seeking a…

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2021 Vespa GTS Super 300
#1090

2021 Vespa GTS Super 300

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

The 2021 Vespa GTS Super 300 is a stylish automatic scooter powered by a 278cc liquid-cooled four-stroke engine producin…

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2022 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra
#1091

2022 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
93.0 hp545.7 kg0.127 kW/kg

The 2022 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra is a premium three-wheeled touring cruiser designed for riders seeking ultimate…

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2022 Sym SYM Fiddle 50
#1092

2022 Sym SYM Fiddle 50

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

The 2022 Sym Fiddle 50 is a lightweight automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders seeking fuel-ef…

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2022 TGB Bull T 50 RS
#1093

2022 TGB Bull T 50 RS

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
4.7 hp95.0 kg0.037 kW/kg

The 2022 TGB Bull T 50 RS is an entry-level scooter designed for new and commuter riders seeking affordable urban mobili…

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2023 Sym SYM Joyride S 125
#1094

2023 Sym SYM Joyride S 125

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

The 2023 Sym Joyride S 125 is an automatic scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, practica…

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2024 Vespa GTV 300
#1095

2024 Vespa GTV 300

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

The 2024 Vespa GTV 300 is a stylish modern scooter that appeals to urban commuters and retro enthusiasts seeking nimble,…

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2024 Sym SYM Orbit III 125
#1096

2024 Sym SYM Orbit III 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.1 hp115.0 kg0.078 kW/kg

The 2024 Sym Orbit III 125 is a lightweight Taiwanese scooter designed for commuters and urban riders seeking practical …

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2025 Dafra Nh 300
#1097

2025 Dafra Nh 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
24.0 hp154.3 kg0.116 kW/kg

The 2025 Dafra NH 300 is a Brazilian-made naked bike designed for everyday commuters and beginner riders seeking an affo…

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2025 Izuka Citi On
#1098

2025 Izuka Citi On

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.2 hp115.0 kg0.053 kW/kg

The 2025 Izuka Citi On is a practical 150cc scooter ideal for urban commuters seeking affordable, reliable transportatio…

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2025 Jonway Striker 200
#1099

2025 Jonway Striker 200

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.1 hp183.0 kg0.045 kW/kg

The 2025 Jonway Striker 200 is an all-around commuter scooter suited for urban riders seeking affordable, practical tran…

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2025 Serpento Hurricane 250
#1100

2025 Serpento Hurricane 250

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
16.8 hp127.0 kg0.099 kW/kg

The 2025 Serpento Hurricane 250 is a lightweight sport motorcycle designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking …

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2013 Daelim Roadsport 125
#1101

2013 Daelim Roadsport 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.8 hp145.0 kg0.076 kW/kg
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1997 Royal Enfield Enfield Bullet 500
#1102

1997 Royal Enfield Enfield Bullet 500

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
22.0 hp155.0 kg0.106 kW/kg
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1998 Royal Enfield Enfield Bullet 500
#1103

1998 Royal Enfield Enfield Bullet 500

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
22.0 hp155.0 kg0.106 kW/kg
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1995 Fantic Caballero
#1104

1995 Fantic Caballero

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp77.0 kg0.145 kW/kg
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