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 TVS Apache RTR 180
#409

2024 TVS Apache RTR 180

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 TVS Apache RTR 180 is a nimble naked bike powered by a 177.4cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine delivering 16…

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2024 UM DSR 125 SM
#410

2024 UM DSR 125 SM

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The 2024 UM DSR 125 SM is a nimble supermotard designed for agile urban riders and track enthusiasts seeking affordable …

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2024 Zero FX
#411

2024 Zero FX

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The 2024 Zero FX is an electric supermotard designed for urban riders seeking nimble, emission-free commuting with sport…

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2024 Bintelli Escape 49
#412

2024 Bintelli Escape 49

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The 2024 Bintelli Escape 49 is an ultra-lightweight scooter designed for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordab…

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2024 Bintelli Flash 49
#413

2024 Bintelli Flash 49

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The 2024 Bintelli Flash 49 is a lightweight 49cc scooter designed for beginner riders and urban commuters seeking afford…

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2024 Brixton Cromwell 125
#414

2024 Brixton Cromwell 125

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The 2024 Brixton Cromwell 125 is a versatile all-rounder designed for new and budget-conscious riders seeking reliable u…

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2024 Aprilia SR GT Sport 125
#415

2024 Aprilia SR GT Sport 125

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The 2024 Aprilia SR GT Sport 125 is a lightweight scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking practical …

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2024 Jawa RVM 500
#416

2024 Jawa RVM 500

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The 2024 Jawa RVM 500 is a middleweight sport bike that appeals to riders seeking accessible performance and retro styli…

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2024 Peugeot Pulsion 125 Allure
#417

2024 Peugeot Pulsion 125 Allure

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Peugeot Pulsion 125 Allure is an automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking reliable, efficient cit…

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2024 Piaggio 1 Active
#418

2024 Piaggio 1 Active

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Piaggio 1 Active is an electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical, emission-free city tran…

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2024 Hero Maestro Edge 110
#419

2024 Hero Maestro Edge 110

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Hero Maestro Edge 110 is a practical commuter scooter designed for daily urban riders seeking reliability and f…

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2024 Evolet Raptor
#420

2024 Evolet Raptor

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The 2024 Evolet Raptor is an electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical daily transportation. Known…

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2024 Royal Enfield Enfield Continental GT 650
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2024 Royal Enfield Enfield Continental GT 650

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The 2024 Enfield Continental GT 650 is a retro cafe racer powered by an air-oil-cooled 648cc parallel-twin engine produc…

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2024 Ola S1 Pro
#422

2024 Ola S1 Pro

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2024 Sur-Ron Light Bee X
#423

2024 Sur-Ron Light Bee X

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2024 Talaria Sting R MX4
#424

2024 Talaria Sting R MX4

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2024 Aprilia SR 125
#425

2024 Aprilia SR 125

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The 2024 Aprilia SR 125 is a lightweight scooter ideal for urban commuters and beginner riders seeking fuel-efficient, n…

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2024 Benelli TRK 251
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2024 Benelli TRK 251

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The 2024 Benelli TRK 251 is a lightweight adventure tourer designed for novice and budget-conscious riders seeking acces…

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2024 Honda EM1 E
#427

2024 Honda EM1 E

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2024 Kawasaki Z125 Performance
#428

2024 Kawasaki Z125 Performance

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The 2024 Kawasaki Z125 Performance is an entry-level naked bike ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking an affo…

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2024 Kawasaki W175
#429

2024 Kawasaki W175

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Kawasaki W175 is a lightweight 177cc single-cylinder cruiser ideal for beginner and casual riders seeking an af…

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2024 Malaguti Dune 125X Black Edition
#430

2024 Malaguti Dune 125X Black Edition

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Malaguti Dune 125X Black Edition is a lightweight enduro motorcycle ideal for novice and intermediate off-road …

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2024 Peugeot Django 125
#431

2024 Peugeot Django 125

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Peugeot Django 125 is a practical automatic scooter ideally suited for urban commuters and casual riders seekin…

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2024 Piaggio 1 FCW
#432

2024 Piaggio 1 FCW

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Piaggio 1 FCW is an electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical, emission-free transportati…

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