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

2023 Honda ADV150
#1105

2023 Honda ADV150

A2 legal (EU/UK)
15.8 hp133.4 kg0.088 kW/kg

The 2023 Honda ADV150 is a lightweight adventure scooter designed for urban commuters and casual riders seeking practica…

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2012 TVS Apache RTR 160
#1106

2012 TVS Apache RTR 160

A2 legal (EU/UK)
17.6 hp226.0 kg0.058 kW/kg
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2020 Suzuki Raider R150 Fi
#1107

2020 Suzuki Raider R150 Fi

A2 legal (EU/UK)
18.2 hp109.0 kg0.125 kW/kg
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2020 Lifan V16
#1108

2020 Lifan V16

A2 legal (EU/UK)
18.8 hp165.0 kg0.085 kW/kg

The 2020 Lifan V16 is a lightweight, approachable cruiser designed for budget-conscious riders and beginners seeking an …

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2022 Kymco X-Town 300I
#1109

2022 Kymco X-Town 300I

A2 legal (EU/UK)
24.1 hp185.0 kg0.097 kW/kg

The 2022 Kymco X-Town 300i is a practical maxi-scooter designed for commuters and urban riders seeking comfortable, fuel…

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2011 Hyosung GV250
#1110

2011 Hyosung GV250

A2 legal (EU/UK)
25.0 hp155.0 kg0.120 kW/kg
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2020 Voge 300RR
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2020 Voge 300RR

A2 legal (EU/UK)
29.0 hp153.0 kg0.141 kW/kg

The 2020 Voge 300RR is a lightweight Chinese sportbike designed for budget-conscious riders seeking affordable performan…

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1987 Yamaha Virago XV 535
#1112

1987 Yamaha Virago XV 535

A2 legal (EU/UK)
42.0 hp185.0 kg0.169 kW/kg

The 1987 Yamaha Virago XV 535 is a lightweight cruiser that appeals to new riders and those seeking an accessible, manag…

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2007 Ural Ranger
#1113

2007 Ural Ranger

A2 legal (EU/UK)
42.0 hp334.0 kg0.094 kW/kg
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2015 Ural Retro
#1114

2015 Ural Retro

A2 legal (EU/UK)
42.0 hp350.0 kg0.089 kW/kg
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2023 Genuine Scooter Buddy 50
#1115

2023 Genuine Scooter Buddy 50

A2 legal (EU/UK)
2.0 hp89.8 kg0.017 kW/kg
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2012 Sym SYM Fiddle 50
#1116

2012 Sym SYM Fiddle 50

A2 legal (EU/UK)
3.0 hp99.0 kg0.023 kW/kg

The 2012 Sym Fiddle 50 is a practical entry-level scooter ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordable, e…

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2016 TGB Bullet 50
#1117

2016 TGB Bullet 50

A2 legal (EU/UK)
4.9 hp95.0 kg0.038 kW/kg
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2020 Rokon Rokon For Hunters
#1118

2020 Rokon Rokon For Hunters

A2 legal (EU/UK)
7.0 hp98.8 kg0.053 kW/kg
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2015 Honda Zoomer-X
#1119

2015 Honda Zoomer-X

A2 legal (EU/UK)
8.2 hp103.0 kg0.059 kW/kg

The 2015 Honda Zoomer-X is a compact Asian market commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking practical daily tra…

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2022 Rokon Hunter
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2022 Rokon Hunter

A2 legal (EU/UK)
9.5 hp98.8 kg0.072 kW/kg
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2021 Royal Alloy GT 125I
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2021 Royal Alloy GT 125I

A2 legal (EU/UK)
9.5 hp130.0 kg0.054 kW/kg
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2018 Aprilia SR Motard 125
#1122

2018 Aprilia SR Motard 125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
9.6 hp122.0 kg0.059 kW/kg
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2022 Kymco Super 8 150X
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2022 Kymco Super 8 150X

A2 legal (EU/UK)
10.0 hp101.9 kg0.073 kW/kg

The 2022 Kymco Super 8 150X is a practical 151cc automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking affordable, fuel…

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2013 AJS Daytona 125
#1124

2013 AJS Daytona 125

A2 legal (EU/UK)
11.0 hp180.0 kg0.046 kW/kg
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2012 Kymco Like 200I
#1125

2012 Kymco Like 200I

A2 legal (EU/UK)
11.3 hp111.0 kg0.076 kW/kg

The 2012 Kymco Like 200i is a fuel-efficient automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical daily tran…

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2017 SYM Symphony ST 200
#1126

2017 SYM Symphony ST 200

A2 legal (EU/UK)
12.1 hp125.0 kg0.072 kW/kg

The 2017 Sym Symphony ST 200 is a lightweight, user-friendly scooter designed for commuters and new riders seeking relia…

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2009 Keeway Superlight
#1127

2009 Keeway Superlight

A2 legal (EU/UK)
12.1 hp134.0 kg0.067 kW/kg
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2018 Yamaha Byson FI
#1128

2018 Yamaha Byson FI

A2 legal (EU/UK)
12.9 hp133.0 kg0.072 kW/kg
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