Best Beginner Motorcycles - Beginner Friendly (US) (2024)

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.

568 beginner-friendly motorcycles in 2024

2024 Honda SH350I
#1

2024 Honda SH350I

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Honda SH350i is a sophisticated maxi-scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking practical everyday…

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2024 Yamaha XMAX 300 Tech MAX
#2

2024 Yamaha XMAX 300 Tech MAX

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The 2024 Yamaha XMAX 300 Tech Max is a premium urban scooter designed for commuters and riders seeking practical daily t…

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2024 Honda CLICK125
#3

2024 Honda CLICK125

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The 2024 Honda Click125 is a fuel-efficient automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical daily trans…

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2024 SYM Symphony 125
#4

2024 SYM Symphony 125

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The 2024 Sym Symphony 125 is an automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking reliable, fuel-efficient daily tr…

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2024 Super Soco TC
#5

2024 Super Soco TC

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The 2024 Super Soco TC is an electric naked bike ideal for urban commuters and eco-conscious riders seeking affordable, …

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2024 Honda Wave RSX 110
#6

2024 Honda Wave RSX 110

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The 2024 Honda Wave RSX 110 is a practical commuter scooter engineered for urban riders seeking reliable daily transport…

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2024 KTM RC 125
#7

2024 KTM RC 125

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The 2024 KTM RC 125 is a lightweight sport bike designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking an agile, entry-le…

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2024 Honda CB500X
#8

2024 Honda CB500X

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The 2024 Honda CB500X is a versatile middleweight adventure sport that appeals to new and experienced riders seeking a c…

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2024 Sym SYM Jet 14 200
#9

2024 Sym SYM Jet 14 200

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The 2024 Sym Jet 14 200 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and casual riders seeking fuel-eff…

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2024 Kawasaki Ninja 400
#10

2024 Kawasaki Ninja 400

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 400 is an entry-level sportbike designed for new and returning riders seeking affordable perform…

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2024 Suzuki Raider R150 Fi
#11

2024 Suzuki Raider R150 Fi

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2024 Yamaha Delight 125
#12

2024 Yamaha Delight 125

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The 2024 Yamaha Delight 125 is a practical commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking fuel-efficient, easy-to-ri…

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2024 Super Soco Cux
#13

2024 Super Soco Cux

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The 2024 Super Soco Cux is a lightweight electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking affordable, eco-friendly …

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2024 Sym SYM Jet X 125
#14

2024 Sym SYM Jet X 125

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The 2024 Sym Jet X 125 is a practical urban scooter designed for commuters and new riders seeking affordable, fuel-effic…

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2024 Honda SH Mode 125
#15

2024 Honda SH Mode 125

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Honda SH Mode 125 is a practical urban scooter designed for commuters seeking reliable, fuel-efficient transpor…

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2024 Suzuki Smash 115
#16

2024 Suzuki Smash 115

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Suzuki Smash 115 is an affordable, lightweight scooter designed for budget-conscious commuters and first-time r…

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2024 Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
#17

2024 Hero Splendor Plus XTEC

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Hero Splendor Pluss Xtec is a compact 97.2cc sport commuter designed for budget-conscious riders seeking fuel e…

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2024 SYM Symphony ST 200
#18

2024 SYM Symphony ST 200

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The 2024 Sym Symphony ST 200 is an automatic scooter designed for practical commuters seeking reliable urban transportat…

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2024 Yamaha NMAX 125
#19

2024 Yamaha NMAX 125

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The 2024 Yamaha NMAX 125 is a practical maxi-scooter designed for commuters and city riders seeking reliable daily trans…

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2024 Sym SYM Jet 14 125 LC
#20

2024 Sym SYM Jet 14 125 LC

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

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2024 Piaggio Typhoon 50
#21

2024 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Piaggio Typhoon 50 is an entry-level automatic scooter ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking afforda…

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2024 Honda CB500F
#22

2024 Honda CB500F

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Honda CB500F is a lightweight naked bike powered by a 471cc parallel-twin engine producing 47 horsepower, makin…

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2024 Piaggio Liberty S 50
#23

2024 Piaggio Liberty S 50

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Piaggio Liberty S 50 is an entry-level automatic scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking affor…

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2024 Yamaha NMAX 155
#24

2024 Yamaha NMAX 155

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Yamaha NMAX 155 is a modern maxi-scooter designed for daily commuters and urban riders seeking practicality and…

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