BALI MOTORBIKE & SCOOTER RENTAL MONTHLY / LONG TERMS 

"You then want to rent a scooter in Bali??"

That's a fantastic concept; honestly, the best approach to see the island is this. Before you hop on the seat and travel off into the rice fields, though, there are a few quite crucial things you should know.

First of all, let's talk about your license.

Should you be going as a tourist, you are legally required to have an International Driving Permit (an IDP), not just any IDP but one that lets you ride a scooter. Without that, you can be stopped by police, pay fines, and worst of all, if an accident strikes your travel insurance won't cover anything. Should you be staying longer and have a KITAS (long-stay permission), you will be required to obtain an Indonesian driving license known as SIM C.

Now, consider the scooter itself

don't just grab the first one you come across.

Make a careful check of the bike before riding. Look at the brakes, tires, lights, horn, mirrors, and even the speedometer and fuel gauge—you would be astonished how many do not work 😅.

And always, really always, snap images or a video of the bike before you head out. It guards against you being held responsible for later damage or previous scratches.

How about the renting process? It's rather laid back, but don't overlook the specifics.

Most rental properties will ask for a copy of your passport as well as perhaps a modest deposit. Examine the rental agreement or probe with questions like:

"What happens should the bike break?"

"Is any sort of insurance available?"

"What if I stopped by the police?"

And be sure you pack helmets; you will need them.

Regarding the cost—that will rely on the bike.

Simple scooters like a Honda Scoopy or Vario run 700,000 to 1.5 million rupiah a month. Bigger models such as Yamaha NMAX fall between 1.8 and 2.5 million. Quite handy are certain rentals that include bike delivery and pick-up.

And last, first safety.

Never forget to wear a helmet always. Not only because of cops, but also because of wild Bali roads. Among the potholes, dogs, chickens, and occasionally even ceremonies in the middle of the road, you will be dodging Be careful; avoid driving after alcohol; move slowly when it rains; the roads turn quickly slick.

Yes, renting a scooter allows you flexibility, but be wise about it.

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