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 Kymco Downtown 300I
#1201

2015 Kymco Downtown 300I

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
29.5 hp166.0 kg0.133 kW/kg
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2019 Lifan Pony 100
#1202

2019 Lifan Pony 100

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
7.8 hp93.9 kg0.062 kW/kg
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2019 Mash Seventy 125
#1203

2019 Mash Seventy 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.0 hp110.0 kg0.075 kW/kg
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2008 MBK X-Limit Enduro
#1204

2008 MBK X-Limit Enduro

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
2.8 hp98.0 kg0.021 kW/kg
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2020 MH Street Evolution 125
#1205

2020 MH Street Evolution 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.0 hp120.0 kg0.068 kW/kg
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2012 Qlink Rave 150
#1206

2012 Qlink Rave 150

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.0 hp101.2 kg0.088 kW/kg
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2019 Shineray XY-250 3
#1207

2019 Shineray XY-250 3

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
24.1 hp150.0 kg0.120 kW/kg
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2020 Shineray XY-250 3
#1208

2020 Shineray XY-250 3

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
24.1 hp150.0 kg0.120 kW/kg
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2021 Shineray XY-250 3
#1209

2021 Shineray XY-250 3

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
24.1 hp150.0 kg0.120 kW/kg
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2009 Tank Sports Touring 150 Deluxe
#1210

2009 Tank Sports Touring 150 Deluxe

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.8 hp117.9 kg0.056 kW/kg
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2017 TVS Sport
#1211

2017 TVS Sport

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.2 hp108.5 kg0.056 kW/kg
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2013 Ural Cross
#1212

2013 Ural Cross

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
40.2 hp320.0 kg0.094 kW/kg
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2010 Ural Retro
#1213

2010 Ural Retro

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
42.0 hp325.0 kg0.096 kW/kg
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2020 Ural T TWD
#1214

2020 Ural T TWD

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
40.2 hp363.0 kg0.083 kW/kg
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2002 Ural Tourist
#1215

2002 Ural Tourist

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
40.0 hp340.0 kg0.088 kW/kg
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2012 Ural Tourist
#1216

2012 Ural Tourist

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
40.0 hp335.0 kg0.089 kW/kg
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2025 Yamaha Mio Sporty
#1217

2025 Yamaha Mio Sporty

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
7.6 hp94.0 kg0.060 kW/kg
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2020 Yamaha Mio Z
#1218

2020 Yamaha Mio Z

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.4 hp98.0 kg0.072 kW/kg
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2005 Yamaha TT-R 90
#1219

2005 Yamaha TT-R 90

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
5.5 hp60.0 kg0.068 kW/kg
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2015 Yamaha WR125X
#1220

2015 Yamaha WR125X

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp127.0 kg0.088 kW/kg
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2007 Johnny Pag Spyder 300
#1221

2007 Johnny Pag Spyder 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
23.8 hp163.3 kg0.109 kW/kg

The 2007 Johnny Pag Spyder 300 is a lightweight custom cruiser powered by a 300cc twin-cylinder engine producing 23.8 ho…

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2007 Keeway Superlight 150
#1222

2007 Keeway Superlight 150

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.8 hp135.0 kg0.065 kW/kg

The 2007 Keeway Superlight 150 is an entry-level sport bike designed for novice and budget-conscious riders seeking an a…

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2008 Sym SYM Mio 100
#1223

2008 Sym SYM Mio 100

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
7.6 hp87.5 kg0.065 kW/kg

The 2008 Sym Mio 100 is a lightweight automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and budget-conscious riders seeking…

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2007 Honda CG 125
#1224

2007 Honda CG 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.0 hp114.0 kg0.072 kW/kg

The 2007 Honda CG 125 is an entry-level commuter motorcycle ideal for novice riders and daily urban use. Known for its b…

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