Best Beginner Motorcycles - A2 Legal (EU/UK)

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.

10,548 beginner-friendly motorcycles

2020 Lifan K19
#265

2020 Lifan K19

A2 legal (EU/UK)
13.4 hp160.0 kg0.062 kW/kg

The 2020 Lifan K19 is a lightweight commuter motorcycle ideal for novice riders and urban transportation needs. Known fo…

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2007 Honda SCV 100 Lead
#266

2007 Honda SCV 100 Lead

A2 legal (EU/UK)
13.5 hp102.0 kg0.099 kW/kg

The 2007 Honda SCV 100 Lead is a practical commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking affordable, reliable trans…

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2025 Benelli Trk 251
#267

2025 Benelli Trk 251

A2 legal (EU/UK)
25.8 hp164.0 kg0.117 kW/kg

The 2025 Benelli TRK 251 is a lightweight adventure tourer designed for beginner and budget-conscious riders seeking acc…

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2025 Voge Trofeo 300ACX Scrambler
#268

2025 Voge Trofeo 300ACX Scrambler

A2 legal (EU/UK)
28.2 hp159.0 kg0.132 kW/kg

The 2025 Voge Trofeo 300ACX Scrambler is a lightweight naked bike designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking …

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2011 Hero Passion Plus
#269

2011 Hero Passion Plus

A2 legal (EU/UK)
7.4 hp116.0 kg0.048 kW/kg

The 2011 Hero Honda Passion Plus is a lightweight commuter motorcycle designed for budget-conscious riders seeking relia…

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2026 Yamaha Delight 125
#270

2026 Yamaha Delight 125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
8.3 hp101.0 kg0.061 kW/kg

The 2026 Yamaha Delight 125 is a practical urban scooter designed for commuters and new riders seeking affordable, relia…

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2025 Suzuki Address 125
#271

2025 Suzuki Address 125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
8.7 hp105.0 kg0.062 kW/kg

The 2025 Suzuki Address 125 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking reliabl…

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2025 Yamaha Crux
#272

2025 Yamaha Crux

A2 legal (EU/UK)
10.2 hp113.0 kg0.067 kW/kg

The 2025 Yamaha Crux is a lightweight 106cc allround motorcycle designed for novice riders and daily commuting. Its fuel…

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2022 Sym SYM Jet 4 RX 125
#273

2022 Sym SYM Jet 4 RX 125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
11.3 hp113.0 kg0.075 kW/kg

The 2022 Sym Jet 4 RX 125 is a practical commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking efficient daily transportati…

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2024 Lambretta V125 Special
#274

2024 Lambretta V125 Special

A2 legal (EU/UK)
11.3 hp86.2 kg0.098 kW/kg

The 2024 Lambretta V125 Special is a lightweight scooter ideal for urban commuters and riders seeking retro styling with…

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2026 Lambretta V200
#275

2026 Lambretta V200

A2 legal (EU/UK)
12.1 hp86.2 kg0.105 kW/kg

The 2026 Lambretta V200 is a modern retro scooter ideal for urban commuters and style-conscious riders seeking classic a…

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2025 Vespa GTS 310
#276

2025 Vespa GTS 310

A2 legal (EU/UK)
24.7 hp158.0 kg0.117 kW/kg

The 2025 Vespa GTS 310 is a stylish modern scooter designed for urban commuters and enthusiasts seeking practical daily …

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2026 Benelli Trk 251
#277

2026 Benelli Trk 251

A2 legal (EU/UK)
25.8 hp164.0 kg0.117 kW/kg

The 2026 Benelli TRK 251 is an entry-level adventure touring motorcycle designed for new riders and commuters seeking af…

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2025 Aprilia Rx 125
#278

2025 Aprilia Rx 125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
15.0 hp124.0 kg0.090 kW/kg

The 2025 Aprilia RX 125 is an entry-level sport bike designed for novice and younger riders seeking affordable performan…

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2025 Honda CRF300LS
#279

2025 Honda CRF300LS

A2 legal (EU/UK)
27.0 hp141.1 kg0.143 kW/kg

The 2025 Honda CRF300L is a lightweight adventure bike designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking an accessib…

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2026 CF Moto Moto Cforce 600 Touring
#280

2026 CF Moto Moto Cforce 600 Touring

A2 legal (EU/UK)
44.0 hp391.5 kg0.084 kW/kg

The 2026 CF Moto CForce 600 Touring is a practical utility ATV designed for riders seeking reliable off-road performance…

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2026 AJS Digita 50
#281

2026 AJS Digita 50

A2 legal (EU/UK)
3.0 hp83.0 kg0.027 kW/kg

The AJS Digita 50 is an entry-level automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, no…

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2025 Yamaha Fazer
#282

2025 Yamaha Fazer

A2 legal (EU/UK)
14.0 hp141.0 kg0.074 kW/kg

The 2025 Yamaha Fazer is a lightweight 153cc sport motorcycle ideal for beginner and novice riders seeking an affordable…

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2026 Serpento Naga 200
#283

2026 Serpento Naga 200

A2 legal (EU/UK)
14.7 hp118.0 kg0.093 kW/kg

The 2026 Serpento Naga 200 is an air-cooled naked bike designed for beginner and commuter riders seeking an affordable, …

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2026 Aprilia Tuono 125
#284

2026 Aprilia Tuono 125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
14.8 hp129.0 kg0.086 kW/kg

The 2026 Aprilia Tuono 125 is an agile naked bike engineered for novice riders and commuters seeking responsive performa…

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2026 Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise
#285

2026 Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise

A2 legal (EU/UK)
19.0 hp163.0 kg0.087 kW/kg

The 2026 Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise is an affordable cruiser-style motorcycle powered by a 220cc single-cylinder DTS-i FI …

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2023 Honda ADV350
#286

2023 Honda ADV350

A2 legal (EU/UK)
28.8 hp186.0 kg0.115 kW/kg

The 2023 Honda ADV350 is a practical mid-size scooter designed for commuters and riders seeking a blend of performance a…

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2025 Piaggio Bv 400 S
#287

2025 Piaggio Bv 400 S

A2 legal (EU/UK)
35.0 hp195.0 kg0.134 kW/kg

The 2025 Piaggio BV 400 S is a practical mid-sized scooter designed for commuters and urban riders seeking reliable dail…

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2026 Brixton Crossfire 500 Storr
#288

2026 Brixton Crossfire 500 Storr

A2 legal (EU/UK)
46.9 hp209.0 kg0.167 kW/kg

The 2026 Brixton Crossfire 500 Storr is a versatile middleweight roadster powered by a liquid-cooled 486cc parallel-twin…

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