Kyrgyzstan Motorcycle Rentals and Tours
Kyrgyzstan is one of the best places in the world to ride an adventure bike. It’s easy, beautiful, raw and the riding is awesome. Here’s what you need to know about joining a motorcycle tour or renting a bike in Kyrgyzstan.
Recommended Motorcycle Rental and Tour Companies in Kyrgyzstan.
Please contact the companies listed on this page directly for more information.
Alatoo-Moto
Alatoo Moto (previously known as MuzToo) are well known in overlanding circles as the Central Asia pit-stop for motorcycle and car repairs. Expect good service.
Services: Motorcycle rental/ Guided tours/ Motorcycle repair/ Vehicle repair/ Onsite mechanic/ Work on your own vehicle using their tools/ Parts, spares, tyres/ Onsite accommodation
Rental bikes: Alatoo Moto has a fleet of Yamaha XT600E motorcycles.
Rental prices: It’s between $70 (£50) a day and negotiable dependent on your rental time.
Tour prices: Tour prices can be found on their new homepage www.alatoo-moto.com
Insurance: Mandatory insurance is included in rental and tour prices.
Kit availability: There is motorcycle gear available at no extra cost.
Info
Shahruh Abragimov
+996 555 143 982
Kyrgyzstan: shahruh@alatoo-moto.com
Switzerland: info@alatoo-moto.com
Travel Land
“We’re passionate about motorcycles, travel and Kyrgyzstan. We have our own motorcycle fleet and organise unbelievable motorcycle tours throughout untouched Kyrgyzstan.”
Services: Guided motorcycle tours in Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
Tour bikes: Honda CRF 250L and Suzuki DRZ 400S.
Tour prices: A 7-day motorcycle tour is £1,752 ($2,120), this includes the motorcycle, accommodation, meals, fuel, support vehicle and trailer, guide and mechanic. Check out their tour page for more info.
Upcoming tours: Travel Land has a selection of upcoming guaranteed motorcycle group tours in Kyrgyzstan:
- 07 July – 13 July 2024
- 31 July – 06 Aug 2024
- 26 Aug – 01 Sept 2024
Insurance: Optional extra.
Kit availability: No.
Info
Artem Kozdrovich
+996 505 31 85 85
info@trvlland.com
Tours are also provided in: Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.
Silkway Wheels
Oibek is a well-known and trusted tour operator and has been working in tourism within Kyrgyzstan for the last 20 years. For the last eight years he was the manager of MuzToo and has now branched out on his own.
Services: Motorcycle tours and rentals, 4×4 rental, short and long-term vehicle storage, mechanics and guides for travellers and foreign travel companies, motorcycle and 4×4 repairs, Silkway Wheels hotel based in Osh with large parking space for bikes and overland vehicles. Oibek is also able to deliver and pick up your rental motorcycle from neighbouring countries.
Rental bikes: Yamaha XT600 and XT660R motorcycles and Toyota 4×4 Land Cruisers.
Rental prices: 1-7 days is £74 per day. 8-14 days is £67 per day. 15-90 days is £49 per day.
Tour prices: All tour prices include three meals, hotel accommodation, guide and mechanic with 4×4, bike, road expenses and visas. Tour prices start from £500.
- Kyrgyzstan Song Kol 10-day tour – £1,800
- Kyrgyzstan Tian Shan 14-day tour – £2,025 per person
- Tajikistan Pamir 15-day tour – £2,800 per person
Insurance: Included.
Kit availability: Gear available.
Info
Oibek Sadykbaev
+996 551 006 115
pamirextrime@gmail.com
Tours are also provided in: Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan.
Iron Horse Nomads
“We are the only company in Bishkek who offer rentals of scooters as well as organized full-package motorcycle tours throughout Central Asia.”
Services: Iron Horse Nomads offer motorcycle and scooter rentals and package tours for both Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. They can also organize traditional activities and overnight stays in yurts.
Rental bikes: There’s a fleet of new BMW F800GS and BMW F700GS motorcycles. There’s also a few lighter motorcycles for shorter trips like two Yamaha YBR 125 and two Minsk X250 motorcycles and four Honda Super Cub C50 mopeds (license not required).
Rental prices: Expect to pay around £100 per day for the BMWs and £16-£36 per day for the light bikes. Prices are dependent on season and how long you rent them for.
Tour prices:
- £100 per day for a motorcycle including fuel.
- £180 per day to include a guide
- £180 per day to include a support 4×4
Insurance: Full insurance for BMW motorcycles.
Kit availability: None available.
Silk Off Road Motorcycle Tours
“We are very proud to be the first company to organise motorcycle tours in Central Asia 18 years ago. Our record, tours and adventures speaks for themselves, but what’s really important for us is that people from all over the world come to us as clients and leave as friends.”
Services: Guided motorcycle tours in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Motorcycle rentals also available (and cars too).
Rental bikes: Suzuki DR650SE, Suzuki DRZ400, Honda CRF250L, BMW GS650F
Rental prices: Prices range from $75 to $130 per day dependent on which bike model you choose and the duration of your rental. All rentals include unlimited mileage, tools, airport transfer, vehicle liability and third party insurance and a full set of documents for self-drive and cross border tours.
Tour prices: Tour prices range from $2,500 to $6,500 dependent on where you’re going and how long for. Check their website for a complete breakdown on tour prices and what’s on offer.
Insurance: Third party insurance included.
Kit availability: Helmets and gloves included.
Info
Marat
+77 77 2653 335
mararat2003@mail.ru
Tours are also provided in: Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Russia and Mongolia.
Zorro Moto
Zorro Moto is a new company in Osh, offering a range of rental bikes and custom made motorcycle tours.
Services: Motorcycle rental/ Guided tours/ Motorcycle repair/ Onsite mechanic/ Work on your own vehicle using their tools/ Parts and spares/ Long term storage/ Hidenau tyres
Rental bikes: Yamaha XT600E and SWM SuperDual X motorcycles
Rental prices: Expect between £65 – £85 a day and negotiable dependent on your rental time.
Tour prices: Prices vary dependent on group numbers. Best to get in touch directly.
Insurance: £7.65 per day.
Kit availability: Bikes come with maintenance tools, but no riding gear is available.
Info
Jake Swanson, Director
+996 55 363 10 80
zorromoto.osh@gmail.com
Quick Facts on Kyrgyzstan Motorcycle Rentals and Tours
Budget
Typical motorcycle travel costs and prices
Money: Both Som and USD widely used. Card is rarely accepted. ATMs can be found in main cities and towns and dispense som and dollars
Currency: Som Лв
Food: Street snacks 50p. Cafe £1.50. Restaurant £4 – £10.
Accommodation:
You can wild camp anywhere. Dorms and home stays £4-£8. Mid-range hotel £10-£20
Petrol: £0.44 litre
When to go
The best time of year to rent or join a tour
May–Jun: Low season, fewer tourists and snow in the mountains.
Jul–Sep: Hot season, plenty of festivals and overbooked hotels.
Dec–Mar: Accommodation closes down in rural areas due to snow.
Paperwork
Visa, insurance and motorcycle licence
Visa: Visa requirements are dependent on your nationality. Please visit the country’s government website for visa information.
Driver’s licence: You need a valid motorcycle licence to legally rent a motorcycle or join a tour. If you risk riding without the correct licence, then not only will you be breaking the law, but your insurance will be invalid too.
International Driver’s Permit: An IDP is a requirement for many countries. The UK Gov website lists every country that requires one and which IDP is required.
Insurance: Motorcycle insurance needs to be checked with the rental or tour company. Ask what they offer, what’s included and what the legal requirements are.
You should purchase personal travel insurance separately from your home country before travelling.
Facts
Capital: Bishkek
Country code: +996
Emergency: 101 – fire 102 – police 103 – ambulance
Language: Kyrgyz, Russian
Time: GMT/UTC plus six hours
Land Mass: 199,900 km²
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The best motorcycle riding routes and attractions
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Flying in/out
The best airport to fly into and out of
Bishkek or Osh.
FAQs on Kyrgyzstan Motorcycle Rentals and Tours
No, sorry. Mad or Nomad do not offer any rentals, tours or services. Please contact the companies listed on this page directly.
This page displays motorcycle rental and tour companies from around the world. We do a lot of research into these companies before adding them and speak to the managers and owners. Many of the companies we have also used in the past or have met the owners while travelling.
While we have collected them all together in one place for your ease, we take no responsibility in your business with them. We’re simply showcasing companies in one easy-to-use place and are not involved with your dealings with them. Any business you have with these companies is at your own risk. We will not be held liable or responsible in any way.
May–Jun: Low season, fewer tourists and snow in the mountains.
Jul–Sep: Hot season, plenty of festivals and overbooked hotels.
Dec–Mar: Accommodation closes down in rural areas due to snow.
Expect to pay around £50 a day for a rental bike. Prices are negotiable dependent on duration. Tours can range from £200 – £2000 based on where you want to go and if you’re heading into neighbouring countries.
Take a video on your phone of the entire bike, do a walk around and film the condition of the chain, fairings, tyres, any bumps, dents and scratches. By doing so, you can’t get caught out and blamed for something you didn’t do when you return it.
Check the wheel bearings, chain, oil, coolant, brakes, clutch and that the handlebars are straight. Tyres need a decent amount of tread and should be suitable for the terrain you’re riding in. Take it for a short test ride and don’t feel pressured or rushed. Go with your gut and if there’s anything that catches your eye, speak to the owners immediately.
This is down to personal preference, where you’re riding and what’s available. If you’re renting or joining a motorcycle tour in the States and you’re going to be primarily on road, then you may want to opt for a big touring bike. If you’re headed to rural or mountainous countries and are going off-road in Central Asia for example, then go for a mid-weight single-cylinder.
We usually find lighter and cheaper rental bikes are better because they’re less stress, you don’t have to worry about dropping them all the time, are easier to fix and more fun.
For more info on choosing the right motorcycle for your trip, have a look at the below guide and also check out the adventure bikes page too.
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We recommend lightweight and comfortable gear suitable for the climate you’re travelling in. If you’re heading to a particularly cold place, then go for Gore-Tex pro laminate.
But, the best all-round option is ventilated, light and comfy adventure bike gear. Take the thermal and waterproof liners out and leave them at home. Take a cheap pair of waterproof throwovers and a compressible down jacket that can be stuffed into a small bag. You can use both items as layering if it’s cold and rainy and they double up when off the bike and will reduce the amount of gear you have to take with you in your luggage.
It’s always better to take your own bike gear over renting or using kit from the rental company. You know your own stuff fits, works and is comfortable – especially your helmet. The last thing you want is to get a few days into your trip and get a headache from a tight lid.
Check out our riding gear article for more info on how to choose the right clothing and the guides section for our recommended kit.
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Contact the rental or tour company and ask what luggage the bike comes with. Your bike might come with soft bags, hard boxes, a top box or nothing at all.
You can often leave the gear you don’t want to take with you on the trip at the rental or tour company’s headquarters. So you can travel on a plane with a larger kit bag and just take the bag and gear you need on the bike.
The type of luggage you need depends on the type of trip you’re on, how much off-roading you’re doing and how long you’re going for.
A good option is to go for a waterproof duffle bag and a pair of Rok Straps as this type of luggage setup can be fastened to any bike’s pillion seat and you don’t need racks. And take an additional small and light rucksack for your important gear (camera, passport etc) so you don’t have to worry about it when off the bike.
For more info on choosing your motorcycle luggage, check out our guide page below.
READ MORE: Adventure Bike Luggage Guides
Companies may offer motorcycle insurance as an optional extra, include it in the price or not offer it at all. This again depends on the country you’re riding in.
It’s worth getting insurance if you can and ask what the excess is as you will usually be liable for damage to the bike.
Motorcycle insurance is separate from personal travel insurance. This is incredibly important and you need to be very careful when choosing your personal insurance policy because the fine print often won’t cover you for bikes over 125cc, renting, touring or using a bike as your main mode of transport.
Check out our Admin section as you’ll find detailed guides on personal insurance, paperwork and safety on the road.
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