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

2026 Honda CB 125F
#73

2026 Honda CB 125F

A2 legal (EU/UK)
10.7 hp117.0 kg0.068 kW/kg

The 2026 Honda CB 125F is an entry-level commuter motorcycle ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking reliable, …

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2026 KTM SX E 5
#74

2026 KTM SX E 5

A2 legal (EU/UK)
2.7 hp40.5 kg0.050 kW/kg

The 2026 KTM SX-E 5 is a lightweight electric minibike designed for young riders and beginners learning off-road skills.…

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2026 Sym Symphony 200
#75

2026 Sym Symphony 200

A2 legal (EU/UK)
12.1 hp124.0 kg0.073 kW/kg

The 2026 Sym Symphony 200 is an automatic scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking reliable urban mobili…

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2026 Voge Sfida SR1 ADV
#76

2026 Voge Sfida SR1 ADV

A2 legal (EU/UK)
11.4 hp134.0 kg0.063 kW/kg

The 2026 Voge Sfida SR1 ADV is a lightweight adventure-styled scooter powered by a 125cc liquid-cooled four-stroke engin…

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2026 Benelli 150S
#77

2026 Benelli 150S

A2 legal (EU/UK)
13.1 hp147.0 kg0.066 kW/kg

The 2026 Benelli 150S is an affordable naked bike ideal for beginner and young riders seeking reliable urban commuting. …

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2026 Aprilia RS 125
#78

2026 Aprilia RS 125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
14.8 hp144.0 kg0.077 kW/kg

The 2026 Aprilia RS 125 is a lightweight sport bike engineered for beginner and intermediate riders seeking an accessibl…

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2026 Suzuki GSX S125
#79

2026 Suzuki GSX S125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
15.0 hp135.0 kg0.083 kW/kg

The Suzuki GSX-S125 is an entry-level naked bike designed for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordable, reliabl…

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2026 Honda CRF300LS
#80

2026 Honda CRF300LS

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

The 2026 Honda CRF300LS is a lightweight adventure bike designed for novice to intermediate riders seeking accessible of…

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2026 Kayo K6
#81

2026 Kayo K6

A2 legal (EU/UK)
29.5 hp114.0 kg0.193 kW/kg

The 2026 Kayo K6 is a lightweight 250cc enduro bike designed for amateur and recreational off-road riders seeking afford…

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2026 Yamaha R25
#82

2026 Yamaha R25

A2 legal (EU/UK)
35.5 hp166.0 kg0.159 kW/kg

The 2026 Yamaha R25 is an entry-level sport bike designed for novice and intermediate riders seeking an accessible middl…

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2026 CF Moto Moto 450CL C
#83

2026 CF Moto Moto 450CL C

A2 legal (EU/UK)
40.2 hp181.0 kg0.166 kW/kg

The 2026 CF Moto 450CL-C is a modern custom cruiser designed for riders seeking affordable entry-level cruising with con…

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2026 Bajaj Dominar 400
#84

2026 Bajaj Dominar 400

A2 legal (EU/UK)
39.4 hp193.0 kg0.152 kW/kg

The 2026 Bajaj Dominar 400 is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking affordable performance and versatil…

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2026 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
#85

2026 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

A2 legal (EU/UK)
46.4 hp243.0 kg0.142 kW/kg

The 2026 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is a modern retro middleweight that appeals to riders seeking classic styling wit…

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2026 Piaggio Bv 400 S
#86

2026 Piaggio Bv 400 S

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

The 2026 Piaggio BV 400 S is a mid-sized automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking practical, fu…

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2026 CF Moto Moto Cforce 600
#87

2026 CF Moto Moto Cforce 600

A2 legal (EU/UK)
44.0 hp341.6 kg0.096 kW/kg

The 2026 CF Moto CForce 600 is a versatile utility ATV designed for riders seeking practical off-road capability and wor…

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2007 TGB Delivery (150 Cc)
#88

2007 TGB Delivery (150 Cc)

A2 legal (EU/UK)
10.1 hp121.0 kg0.062 kW/kg

The 2007 TGB Delivery is a practical 150cc scooter designed for urban commuters and delivery riders seeking reliable, ec…

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2025 Piaggio Beverly 400
#89

2025 Piaggio Beverly 400

A2 legal (EU/UK)
35.0 hp177.0 kg0.147 kW/kg
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2005 Jinlun JL 125 Marauder (jl125 - 11)
#90

2005 Jinlun JL 125 Marauder (jl125 - 11)

A2 legal (EU/UK)
12.1 hp135.0 kg0.067 kW/kg

The 2005 Jinlun JL 125 MARAUDER is a lightweight custom cruiser designed for beginner and casual riders seeking an affor…

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2026 Voge Brivido 125R
#91

2026 Voge Brivido 125R

A2 legal (EU/UK)
14.8 hp148.0 kg0.075 kW/kg

The 2026 Voge Brivido 125R is an agile naked bike ideal for beginner and commuter riders seeking fuel efficiency and man…

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2026 Sym Maxsym 400
#92

2026 Sym Maxsym 400

A2 legal (EU/UK)
33.5 hp215.0 kg0.116 kW/kg

The 2026 Sym Maxsym 400 is a practical mid-size scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking easy, fuel-effic…

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2026 Sym Fiddle 125
#93

2026 Sym Fiddle 125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
11.3 hp121.0 kg0.070 kW/kg

The Sym Fiddle 125 is a practical entry-level scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, fu…

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2025 BMW G 310 GS
#94

2025 BMW G 310 GS

A2 legal (EU/UK)
34.0 hp175.0 kg0.145 kW/kg

The 2025 BMW G 310 GS is an accessible adventure motorcycle designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking an aff…

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2026 Sym Joyride S 200
#95

2026 Sym Joyride S 200

A2 legal (EU/UK)
16.8 hp164.0 kg0.076 kW/kg

The 2026 Sym Joyride S 200 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking affordability and relia…

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2011 Royal Enfield Classic 350
#96

2011 Royal Enfield Classic 350

A2 legal (EU/UK)
20.2 hp163.0 kg0.092 kW/kg

The 2011 Enfield Classic 350 is a retro-styled cruiser that appeals to riders seeking affordable, reliable transportatio…

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