# 7 Yamaha Motorcycles Under 500cc That Are Great For Beginners

> High-horsepower speed machines and massive cross-country touring bikes are where lots of riders gravitate. However, they can be expensive, tough to maintain, and not ideal for new riders.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1899550/yamaha-motorcycles-under-500cc/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6869c5704b4a81022d1cb878)
- **Published:** 2025-07-06
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #yamaha #beginners #bikes #great #motorcycles #riders #under #cheap
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