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

2010 Hero Passion Plus
#145

2010 Hero Passion Plus

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
7.4 hp116.0 kg0.048 kW/kg

The 2010 Hero Honda Passion Plus is an entry-level commuter motorcycle ideal for budget-conscious riders seeking daily r…

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2025 Benelli 150S
#146

2025 Benelli 150S

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

The 2025 Benelli 150S is an agile naked bike ideally suited for beginner and commuter riders seeking an affordable, nimb…

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2025 CF Moto Moto Cforce 1000 Overland
#147

2025 CF Moto Moto Cforce 1000 Overland

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
84.0 hp442.3 kg0.142 kW/kg

The 2025 CF Moto CForce 1000 Overland is a rugged utility ATV designed for adventure-focused riders seeking serious off-…

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2025 Znen ADV 150
#148

2025 Znen ADV 150

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
13.7 hp142.0 kg0.072 kW/kg

The 2025 Znen ADV 150 is a practical automatic scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, reli…

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2026 Honda Activa
#149

2026 Honda Activa

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.0 hp106.0 kg0.056 kW/kg

The Honda Activa is a lightweight automatic scooter designed for daily commuters seeking reliable, fuel-efficient urban …

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2026 Rieju Marathon 125 Europe
#150

2026 Rieju Marathon 125 Europe

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

The 2026 Rieju Marathon 125 Europe is a liquid-cooled supermoto designed for novice and intermediate riders seeking an a…

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2023 Super Soco TC
#151

2023 Super Soco TC

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
2.6 hp299.0 kg0.006 kW/kg

The 2023 Super Soco TC is a lightweight electric naked bike ideal for urban commuters and beginner riders seeking afford…

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2025 Genuine Scooter Hooligan 170I
#152

2025 Genuine Scooter Hooligan 170I

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
11.2 hp126.1 kg0.066 kW/kg

The 2025 Genuine Scooter Hooligan 170i is a stylish, lightweight commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking nimb…

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2025 Kayo T4
#153

2025 Kayo T4

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

The 2025 Kayo T4 is a lightweight 250cc enduro bike designed for entry-level and amateur off-road riders seeking afforda…

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2026 Italmoto Tiquattro 125 Scrambler
#154

2026 Italmoto Tiquattro 125 Scrambler

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
9.7 hp126.0 kg0.057 kW/kg

The 2026 Italmoto Tiquattro 125 Scrambler is an accessible, lightweight scrambler designed for novice riders and urban c…

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2026 Suzuki GSX R125
#155

2026 Suzuki GSX R125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
15.0 hp137.0 kg0.082 kW/kg

The 2026 Suzuki GSX-R125 is an entry-level sport bike perfect for beginner and younger riders seeking affordable perform…

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2023 Sym SYM Orbit III 125
#156

2023 Sym SYM Orbit III 125

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

The 2023 Sym Orbit III 125 is a practical commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking fuel efficiency and ease of…

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2024 Sym SYM Jet 14 125 LC
#157

2024 Sym SYM Jet 14 125 LC

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.5 hp135.0 kg0.069 kW/kg

The 2024 Sym Jet 14 125 LC is a practical commuter scooter ideal for urban riders seeking reliable daily transportation.…

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2025 Can-Am Ryker 600 Ace
#158

2025 Can-Am Ryker 600 Ace

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
50.0 hp269.9 kg0.138 kW/kg

The 2025 Can-Am Ryker 600 Ace is a three-wheeled roadster designed for riders seeking stability and control without sacr…

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2025 Sym Fugue 125
#159

2025 Sym Fugue 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
10.7 hp129.0 kg0.062 kW/kg

The 2025 Sym Fugue 125 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and beginner riders seeking afforda…

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2026 Aprilia Sr GT Sport 125
#160

2026 Aprilia Sr GT Sport 125

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

The 2026 Aprilia SR GT Sport 125 is a stylish automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and casual riders seeking f…

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2026 BMW Ce 04
#161

2026 BMW Ce 04

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
20.0 hp231.0 kg0.065 kW/kg

The BMW CE 04 is a premium electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking modern styling and effortless performan…

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2026 Suzuki Address 125
#162

2026 Suzuki Address 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.7 hp105.0 kg0.062 kW/kg

The 2026 Suzuki Address 125 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking reliable daily transpo…

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2013 Suzuki Raider J Pro 110
#163

2013 Suzuki Raider J Pro 110

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
8.5 hp92.5 kg0.069 kW/kg

The 2013 Suzuki Raider J Pro 110 is a lightweight commuter scooter designed for budget-conscious urban riders seeking re…

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2022 Sym SYM Jet X 125
#164

2022 Sym SYM Jet X 125

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
12.5 hp111.0 kg0.084 kW/kg

The 2022 Sym Jet X 125 is an automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and beginner riders seeking reliable, fuel-e…

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2025 BMW C 400 X
#165

2025 BMW C 400 X

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
34.0 hp197.0 kg0.129 kW/kg

The 2025 BMW C 400 X is a practical maxi-scooter designed for urban commuters and touring riders seeking comfortable, we…

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2025 Rieju Marathon 125 Pro
#166

2025 Rieju Marathon 125 Pro

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

The 2025 Rieju Marathon 125 Pro is a lightweight enduro bike designed for beginner to intermediate off-road riders seeki…

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2026 Sym HD 300
#167

2026 Sym HD 300

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
25.4 hp175.0 kg0.108 kW/kg

The 2026 Sym HD 300 is a modern automatic scooter built for practical urban commuters seeking reliable daily transportat…

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2026 Voge Sfida SR4 Max
#168

2026 Voge Sfida SR4 Max

LAMS power-to-weight eligible (AU)
33.5 hp205.0 kg0.122 kW/kg

The 2026 Voge Sfida SR4 Max is a lightweight 350cc enduro bike designed for adventure-seeking riders tackling mixed terr…

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