Vietnam Motorcycle Rentals and Tours
Vietnam is home to some of the best motorcycle riding in Southeast Asia. The legendary Ha Giang Loop in the north, gorgeous beaches in the south, manic Ho Chi Minh city, stunning Sa Pa and the cultural hotpot of Hanoi. Here’s the best motorcycle tour and rental companies in Vietnam.
Motorcycle Rental and Tour Companies in Vietnam
Independently researched by us – full‑time round‑the‑world motorcycle travellers since 2018. We don’t take commissions or bookings. We simply show riders the companies directly.
Tigit Motorbikes Vietnam
“The largest motorbike rental and tour company in Vietnam operating over 300 motorbikes across the country. We choose a select few models of what we believe to be the best motorbikes for the job of driving across Vietnam“
Services: Motorbike rental, guided road motorbike tours, guided off-road motorbike tours, non tourist extreme off-road tours on actual off-road motorcycles.
Rental bikes: Honda XR 150, Honda Blade 110cc, Honda Winner 150, Honda CB 350, Honda NX 50 and Yamaha WR 155 for off-road motorbike tours.
Rental prices: Price is dependent on duration, and cheaper for long rentals. Tigit refund all unused days so you don’t have to waste rental money if you finish early. Check prices here.
Tours: Tigit operate all kinds of tours but made their name doing non-commercial off-road tours. Pushing the clients to their limits with unique, remote and challenging terrain. Way beyond what a normal off-road tour company would be doing.
Insurance: Tigit has a damage waiver with no excess.
Kit availability: Tigit has by far the largest accessory store and ECE certified helmet rental shop in the country.
Countries: The company run tours and rentals in Vietnam and Nepal.
Style Motorbikes
“The largest motorbike shop in South East Asia with three shops in Laos and five in Vietnam. We offer one way rental between our shops within each country, with excellent customer service and a large range of bikes.”
Services: One way motorcycle rentals between five shops and locations in Vietnam, standard rentals, Ha Giang Loop tours and Hai Van Pass rentals.
Rental bikes: There are eight different models of semi-automatic and manual bikes for one way rentals including: Honda Wave 110cc, Honda Future 125cc, Suzuki GD 110cc, Honda CB Verza 150cc, Honda XR 150cc, Honda CB150X, Kawasaki Versys 300cc and Honda CB500X.
Rental prices: The rentals have a daily price, which is reduced depending on the model and duration of the rental. You can find a full list of Style’s rental prices here.
Tours: Style Motorbikes offers a Ha Giang Easy Rider tour (where a guide will ride the bike and you ride pillion on the back) or a self-drive tour where you ride yourself. Tours range from 3-5 days. You can find their tour price list here.
Insurance: Vietnam doesn’t have motorbike insurance. However, Style has a breakdown warranty so breakdowns are covered and an optional damage waiver.
Kit availability: Basic Vietnamese helmets are included. European helmets, gloves and protectors are available to rent and purchase.
Rentabike Vietnam
“We are a family run small business that has been renting motorbikes for 20 years in Hanoi. We offer quality rental bikes that are reliable and good customer service, including tour planning for free.”
Services: Motorbike Rental, tour planning, breakdown assistance, telephone/social media support.
Rental bikes: A range of fully automatic and semi-automatic. Manual bikes (dirt and road) up to 230cc.
Rental prices: The rental prices are dependent on the bike model and rental time. Expect £4-£18 per day or £28-£60 per month.
Tours: Rentabike Vietnam offer an awesome selection of bike tours throughout Vietnam. Check their website for more details.
Insurance: There is no insurance available. Purchase insurance from your home country.
Kit availability: Helmets are included in the rental price.
Contact
Hanoi, Vietnam (shops also in Danang and HCMC)
Danny Pearce
0084 90439 2423
rentabikehn@gmail.com
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Quick Info on Vietnam Motorcycle Rentals and Tours
Budget
Typical motorcycle travel costs and prices
Money: ATMs can be found throughout Vietnam, but cash is king.
Currency: Vietnamese Dong.
Food: £10 per day on average.
Accommodation: £15 per day on average.
When to go
The best time of year to rent or join a tour
The best time to rent a motorcycle or join a tour in Hanoi is between September to November and March and April.
If you’re heading north to Ha Giang then October is a great month.
In the south it’s December to March.
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: Hanoi
Country code: +84
Emergency: 113 – police, 114 – fire, 115 – ambulance
Language: Vietnamese
Time: GMT+7
Land Mass:331,210 km²
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For more info, check out our packed Ultimate Guide: How to Motorcycle the Ha Giang Loop
Flying in/out
The best airport to fly into and out of
Hanoi International Airport.
FAQs on Vietnam 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.
The best time to rent a motorcycle or join a tour in Hanoi is between September to November and March and April.
If you’re heading north to Ha Giang then October is a great month.
In the south it’s December to March.
Motorcycle rentals in Vietnam start from around £5 a day and go up to approximately £20 a day.
Motorcycle tours can range from £50 to £2000 dependent on where you want to ride and for how long.
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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