Chiang Mai Motorcycle & Scooter Rental FAQ 2025

Your Complete Rental Guide

License needed to rent a scooter in Chiang Mai

Quick Answer: You need your home driver's license + International Driving Permit (IDP). Car license works for scooters under 160cc. To rent a maxi scooter in Chiang Mai your need an actual motorcyle license.

Required Documents by Motorcycle Type

Bike Type License Required Age IDP
Up to 160cc Car license 18 years Yes
160-400cc Motorcycle license 24 years Yes
Over 400cc Motorcycle license 24 years Yes

Getting Your International Driving Permit (IDP)

An IDP translates your license into Thai and 12 other languages. You should obtain your IDP at the relevant authority in your home country:

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How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Motorbike in Chiang Mai?

Quick Answer: Daily rates range from 350-2,500 THB ($10-75 USD) depending on the motorcycle type. Bikago offers comprehensive insurance options with only U$95.00 excess.

2025 Rental Rates at Bikago

Bike Rental Categories Daily Rate Weekly Monthly Fuel Economy
125cc Scooter
(Honda Giorno)
350-800 THB -15% -30% 50 km/L
150-160cc Scooter
(Honda ADV, Yamaha NMAX)
600-800 THB -15% -30% 40 km/L
>250cc Maxi Scooter
(Honda ADV 350, Yamaha XMAX)
1,000-1,500 THB -15% -30% 30 km/L
300cc Vespa 1,200-1,800 THB -15% -30% 35 km/L
400cc+ Adventure 1,800-2,500 THB -15% -30% 25 km/L

What's Included with Bikago Rentals:

  • ✅ Comprehensive insurance
  • ✅ Premium sanitized helmets
  • ✅ 24/7 English speaking customer care
  • ✅ Free delivery/collection (3+ days)
  • ✅ All Legal documentation
  • ✅ Secure GPS system
  • ✅ Basic 24/7 Roadside Assistance
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What Insurance Coverage Does Bikago Provide?

Quick Answer: Bikago's comprehensive motorbike rental insurance covers theft, accidents and damages with only U$ 95.00 excess.
No cash deposit is required with the insurance options Bikago offers on it's motorcyle and scooter rentals in Chiang Mai.

Is It Safe to Rent a Motorbike in Chiang Mai?

Quick Answer: Yes, with the proper preparations it is perfectly safe.
Bikago offers top notch serviced bikes, sanitized helmets and charging smartphone holders to reduce your risks to a minimum.

Thai Traffic Rules You Must Know Before Renting a Bike

  • Drive on LEFT side
  • Helmet mandatory (500 THB fine)
  • Speed limits:
    City 50 km/h, Highway 90 km/h
  • Minimum age:
    18 for <160cc bikes, 24+ for maxi scooter

Emergency Contacts in Chiang Mai

  • Medical Emergency:
    1669 (free ambulance)
  • Tourist Police:
    1155 (English speaking)
  • Bikago 24/7:
    +66 76 606 607 (WhatsApp)
  • Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai:
    +66 052 089 888
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What Are the Best Motorcycle Routes from Chiang Mai?

Quick Answer: Mae Hong Son Loop (600km/4-5 days) for experienced riders, Samoeng Loop (100km/half day) for beginners, Doi Inthanon (150km/full day) for all levels.

Top 5 Routes Ranked by Difficulty

Route Distance Duration Difficulty Best For
Samoeng Loop 100km 4-6 hours ⭐⭐ Easy First-timers, day trip
Doi Inthanon 150km Full day ⭐⭐ Easy Nature lovers, photographers
Doi Suthep Temple 30km 2-3 hours ⭐⭐⭐ Moderate Temple visit, city views
Golden Triangle 700km 3-4 days ⭐⭐⭐ Moderate History, borders, rivers
Mae Hong Son Loop 600km 4-5 days ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Advanced Serious riders, adventure

What If My Bike Breaks Down?

Quick Answer:
Contact Bikago using WhatsApp.
We have a dedicated Roadside Assistance Team available should you technical isssues with your motorbike or scooter rental in Chiang Mai

Breakdown Response Protocol

  1. Get Safe - Move completely off road
  2. WhatsApp Bikago - WhatsApp
  3. Share Location - GPS or landmarks
  4. Document - Photos of issue
  5. Wait Safely - We handle everything

Response Times by Location

  • Chiang Mai City: 30-45 minutes
  • Suburban Areas: 60-90 minutes
  • Mountain Roads: 2-3 hours
  • Remote Locations: 3-4 hours
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Contact Bikago, Chiang Mai

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📧 [email protected]
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📍 Our Location:
QXJR+H4W, Tambon Phra Sing

🕒 Opening Hours:
Daily 09:00-18:00 (Online 24/7)

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