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 Piaggio Medley S 150
#49

2024 Piaggio Medley S 150

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Piaggio Medley S 150 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking reliable daily trans…

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2024 Sym SYM Joymax Z Plus 300
#50

2024 Sym SYM Joymax Z Plus 300

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The 2024 Sym Joymax Z Plus 300 is a practical maxi-scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking comfortable,…

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2024 Sym SYM Fiddle 125
#51

2024 Sym SYM Fiddle 125

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The 2024 Sym Fiddle 125 is a practical commuter scooter designed for urban riders seeking affordable, reliable transport…

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2024 Suzuki Gixxer
#52

2024 Suzuki Gixxer

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The 2024 Suzuki Gixxer is a lightweight naked bike designed for beginner and commuter riders seeking an affordable, fuel…

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2024 Piaggio Beverly S 300
#53

2024 Piaggio Beverly S 300

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The 2024 Piaggio Beverly S 300 is a premium maxi-scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking practical, styl…

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2024 Aprilia SXR 50
#54

2024 Aprilia SXR 50

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The 2024 Aprilia SXR 50 is an entry-level scooter designed for urban commuters and young riders seeking affordable, effi…

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2024 Vespa Elettrica 45 Kmh
#55

2024 Vespa Elettrica 45 Kmh

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The 2024 Vespa Elettrica 45 kmh is an entry-level electric scooter designed for city commuters and new riders seeking af…

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2024 Kawasaki Z400
#56

2024 Kawasaki Z400

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Kawasaki Z400 is an entry-level naked bike designed for new and smaller-framed riders seeking accessible sport-…

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2024 KTM RC 390
#57

2024 KTM RC 390

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The 2024 KTM RC 390 is a lightweight sport bike perfect for beginner and intermediate riders seeking affordable performa…

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2024 Piaggio Liberty 150
#58

2024 Piaggio Liberty 150

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The 2024 Piaggio Liberty 150 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking affordable, reliable …

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2024 Royal Enfield Classic 350
#59

2024 Royal Enfield Classic 350

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The 2024 Enfield Classic 350 is a retro-styled middleweight cruiser powered by a reliable 349cc single-cylinder engine d…

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2024 SYM Symnh X 125
#60

2024 SYM Symnh X 125

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The 2024 Sym Symnh X 125 is an entry-level naked bike designed for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordable, pr…

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2024 Honda ADV350
#61

2024 Honda ADV350

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Honda ADV350 is a practical adventure-focused scooter designed for commuters and weekend explorers seeking comf…

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2024 Beta Xtrainer 300
#62

2024 Beta Xtrainer 300

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Beta Xtrainer 300 is a lightweight trials and enduro bike designed for amateur and intermediate riders seeking …

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2024 Vespa GTS 300
#63

2024 Vespa GTS 300

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Vespa GTS 300 is a premium modern scooter powered by a 278cc liquid-cooled four-stroke engine producing 23.8 ho…

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2024 Yamaha XMAX 300
#64

2024 Yamaha XMAX 300

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Yamaha XMAX 300 is a premium maxi-scooter designed for commuters and touring riders seeking comfort and practic…

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2024 Vespa Primavera 150
#65

2024 Vespa Primavera 150

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The 2024 Vespa Primavera 150 is a lightweight scooter ideal for urban commuters and style-conscious riders seeking pract…

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2024 Sym SYM Joyride S 125
#66

2024 Sym SYM Joyride S 125

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Sym Joyride S 125 is an automatic scooter designed for city commuters and casual riders seeking practical daily…

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2024 Piaggio Medley 150
#67

2024 Piaggio Medley 150

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Piaggio Medley 150 is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking reliable daily transpo…

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2024 Hero Splendor Plus
#68

2024 Hero Splendor Plus

Popular beginner choice (US)

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

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2024 Kymco Agility 50
#69

2024 Kymco Agility 50

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Kymco Agility 50 is an entry-level scooter designed for novice riders and urban commuters seeking affordable, p…

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2024 Janus Halcyon 250
#70

2024 Janus Halcyon 250

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Janus Halcyon 250 is a classic-styled commuter motorcycle powered by a modest 229cc single-cylinder four-stroke…

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2024 Aprilia RS 660 35KW
#71

2024 Aprilia RS 660 35KW

Popular beginner choice (US)

The 2024 Aprilia RS 660 35kW is a middleweight supersport built for enthusiasts seeking accessible performance and sharp…

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2024 KTM 250 Duke
#72

2024 KTM 250 Duke

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