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 Can-Am Pulse
#97

2026 Can-Am Pulse

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

I don't have reliable information about a 2026 Can-Am Pulse motorcycle in my training data. Can-Am primarily manufacture…

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2026 Kawasaki Brute Force 300
#98

2026 Kawasaki Brute Force 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
21.5 hp243.0 kg0.066 kW/kg

The 2026 Kawasaki Brute Force 300 is a beginner-friendly ATV powered by a reliable 271cc single-cylinder four-stroke eng…

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2026 Sym Jet 4 Rx 50
#99

2026 Sym Jet 4 Rx 50

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

The 2026 Sym Jet 4 RX 50 is an entry-level automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking an affo…

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2026 Piaggio Beverly 400
#100

2026 Piaggio Beverly 400

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
35.0 hp177.0 kg0.147 kW/kg
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2009 Tomos Streetmate
#101

2009 Tomos Streetmate

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.1 hp67.0 kg0.035 kW/kg
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2025 Honda ADV160
#102

2025 Honda ADV160

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.8 hp133.4 kg0.088 kW/kg

The 2025 Honda ADV160 is a lightweight adventure scooter engineered for commuters and casual riders seeking practical ur…

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2025 Sym Joyride 300
#103

2025 Sym Joyride 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
25.5 hp186.0 kg0.102 kW/kg

The 2025 Sym Joyride 300 is a practical maxi-scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking comfort and fuel e…

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2025 Peugeot Kisbee 50 Active
#104

2025 Peugeot Kisbee 50 Active

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.5 hp85.0 kg0.031 kW/kg

The 2025 Peugeot Kisbee 50 Active is an entry-level automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seekin…

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2025 Benelli 302S
#105

2025 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 affordable entry…

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2025 Honda Dax 125
#106

2025 Honda Dax 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.3 hp104.0 kg0.067 kW/kg

The 2025 Honda Dax 125 is a lightweight, compact urban commuter designed for riders seeking nimble city navigation and e…

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2026 Aprilia Sr GT 125
#107

2026 Aprilia Sr GT 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.8 hp115.0 kg0.096 kW/kg

The 2026 Aprilia SR GT 125 is a practical commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking reliable daily transportati…

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2026 Sym JET14 Evo 125
#108

2026 Sym JET14 Evo 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.5 hp137.0 kg0.068 kW/kg

The 2026 Sym Jet14 Evo 125 is a practical automatic scooter designed for commuters and urban riders seeking fuel-efficie…

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2006 Yamaha TT-R125/lw
#109

2006 Yamaha TT-R125/lw

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.7 hp84.0 kg0.086 kW/kg

The 2006 Yamaha TT-R125/LW is a lightweight enduro bike ideal for beginner and intermediate off-road riders. Its modest …

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2025 Rieju Marathon 125 Europe
#110

2025 Rieju Marathon 125 Europe

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp112.0 kg0.100 kW/kg

The 2025 Rieju Marathon 125 Europe is a super motard designed for new riders and commuters seeking versatility and agili…

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2025 Csc Motorcycles Monterey
#111

2025 Csc Motorcycles Monterey

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
2.0 hp82.1 kg0.018 kW/kg

The 2025 CSC Monterey is a modern electric motorcycle designed for eco-conscious commuters seeking practical urban mobil…

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2026 Honda Navi
#112

2026 Honda Navi

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
7.8 hp106.1 kg0.055 kW/kg

The Honda Navi is a compact, beginner-friendly scooter-style motorcycle designed for urban commuting and casual riding. …

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2026 Johammer J1200
#113

2026 Johammer J1200

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
14.8 hp178.0 kg0.062 kW/kg

The Johammer J1200 is an electric allrounder designed for practical, eco-conscious riders seeking low-maintenance commut…

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2026 Peugeot Metropolis Sw
#114

2026 Peugeot Metropolis Sw

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
35.1 hp256.0 kg0.102 kW/kg

The 2026 Peugeot Metropolis SW is a practical maxi-scooter designed for commuters and urban riders seeking comfortable, …

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2026 Yamaha Szr
#115

2026 Yamaha Szr

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

The 2026 Yamaha SZR is a lightweight 123cc all-rounder designed for commuters and novice riders seeking affordable, reli…

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2022 Cleveland Ace Scrambler
#116

2022 Cleveland Ace Scrambler

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
16.9 hp125.0 kg0.101 kW/kg
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2025 Honda ADV 350
#117

2025 Honda ADV 350

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
28.8 hp186.0 kg0.115 kW/kg

The 2025 Honda ADV 350 is a lightweight adventure scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking practicality …

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2026 Kayo T4
#118

2026 Kayo T4

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
18.8 hp107.0 kg0.131 kW/kg

The 2026 Kayo T4 is a lightweight 250cc enduro bike designed for entry-level off-road riders and beginners seeking affor…

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2026 Kymco Agility 50
#119

2026 Kymco Agility 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.2 hp92.5 kg0.026 kW/kg

The 2026 Kymco Agility 50 is an entry-level scooter designed for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordable, reli…

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2022 Sym SYM Crox 50
#120

2022 Sym SYM Crox 50

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
3.0 hp105.0 kg0.021 kW/kg

The 2022 Sym Crox 50 is an entry-level automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders seeking fuel-eff…

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