Everything you need to rent and ride legally in Bali.
Start hereIf you've searched anything about renting a bike in Bali, you've probably seen headlines about a "ban" on tourists riding motorbikes. Here's what's actually true, and what actually matters for you.
You've probably read at least one headline claiming tourists can't rent motorbikes in Bali anymore. It's been a recurring story since 2023, and it keeps coming back — so let's go through exactly what's real, what changed in 2026, and what it means for your trip.
There's one document most tourists get wrong without realizing it — here's exactly how to get an International Driving Permit that actually covers motorcycles before you fly to Bali.
Getting waved over at a checkpoint in Bali can feel alarming the first time — here's exactly what to expect, what to show, and how to handle it calmly.
Documents in order, but still curious what an actual fine looks like? Here's what riders in Bali typically pay, how it's paid, and why the impound lot costs more than the fine.
Some travelers weigh the odds and figure skipping the IDP is a manageable risk — worst case, a fine. It's worth spelling out exactly what's actually at stake, because the fine is genuinely the smallest part of it.
How the deposit works and what keeps your trip trouble-free.
Start hereIf you've read any Bali travel forum before booking a scooter, you've probably seen at least one horror story about a rental deposit: shops that "find" damage that wasn't there, deposits that mysteriously never come back, or vague cash amounts nobody explains upfront. It's one of the most common worries first-time renters have — and honestly, a fair one, because a badly-run shop can make it a real problem.
Scratched the plastic bodywork pulling out of a parking spot? Dropped the bike on a gravel path in Ubud? It happens fairly often, and it's rarely a disaster if you handle it the right way. Here's exactly what to do.
Most bike rental deposits in Bali are handled honestly — but the scams that do happen get talked about loudly online, and for good reason. Knowing the warning signs before you hand over cash takes away almost all of the risk.
Insurance fine print can be intimidating, so here's the good news upfront: ours is genuinely simple. There's no dense policy document to decode — just what it covers, and a couple of habits that keep it valid.
An accident is the last thing you want to think about before a trip, but knowing the right order of steps in advance means you'll actually follow them if you ever need to — instead of panicking. Here's the sequence that matters.
Bali's hills — Kintamani, the roads up to Munduk, the winding descents around Bedugul — are some of the most scenic riding on the island. They also put more strain on your brakes than flat coastal roads ever will, and knowing how to handle a long descent properly makes the difference between an easy ride and a genuinely dangerous one.
If your rental uses a Smart Key system, there's no key to insert — just a fob to carry. Starting and locking work the same way on every bike; what's different between Honda and Yamaha is how the fob shows you the status — let's go through that in detail.
Beyond the standard rental, there are a few extras worth knowing about — some are just nice-to-haves, and one of them tends to become non-negotiable once people actually try it.
We install phone holders on request, but here's why we think they're one of the most underrated risks of renting a bike in Bali — from camera damage to grab-and-go theft.
In-depth reviews of every bike and scooter model in our fleet.
Honda PCX 160 is the most versatile choice for anyone who wants a comfortable scooter without compromising on storage. It's the model most often chosen by couples and travelers with a suitcase.
Honda ADV 160 shares its reliable engine with the PCX 160, but wears a different body: taller stance, more ground clearance, and a more confident feel on broken asphalt and dirt roads.
The Nmax in our fleet isn't one single model — it's several generations and trims under one name: New, Neo, and Turbo. Here's what actually sets them apart.
Yamaha Xmax 250 is the most powerful scooter in our lineup, equally at home on long rides and around town. Our fleet has both Connected and Tech Max versions with identical mechanics.
Yamaha MT-25 is a compact streetfighter for riders who want to feel real acceleration and throttle response. Our fleet has both Gen 2 and Gen 3 bikes after the 2025 redesign.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R is the only production 250cc sportbike with an inline four-cylinder engine — a high-revving character and a factory quick shifter.
Yamaha XSR 155 is a neo-retro bike with a round headlight, low handlebar, and café-racer riding position, built on the family 155cc engine tuned for extra power with a manual gearbox.
Kawasaki Versys-X 250 is an enduro-tourer with a tall stance, long-travel suspension, and a bigger tank, built for riders who want to explore the island's side roads.
Suzuki V-Strom 250 is an adventure-tourer built for long-distance comfort: a wide windscreen, upright riding position, and soft, fatigue-free suspension.
TVS Ronin 225 is a modern classic with scrambler touches: a round LED headlight, a tall handlebar position, and confidence both in the city and on dirt turnoffs.
Keeway Road Falcon 250 is a classic cruiser with a long silhouette and a low seat, at an entry-level price. It's brand new to the market, launched in 2026.
Morbidelli C252V is the second cruiser in our fleet, but with a genuine V-twin engine instead of a parallel-twin, and belt drive instead of a chain.
Honda CBR250RR is the only fully-faired sportbike in our fleet, in the top-spec version with a quick shifter and ABS — one of the technological leaders of Indonesia's 250cc class.
Honda CB150X is an affordable way into adventure styling on a 150cc engine, with running gear that punches above its class and the lightest weight of any motorcycle in our fleet.
PCX 160, ADV 160 and Nmax — how to choose between the fleet's three most popular scooters: the real differences in storage, dynamics, and riding position.