Motorbikes in Vietnam with Renting Addresses and Riding Skills

Vietnam is a famous destination in Southeast Asia. With 96 million people, there are over 58 million motorbikes.

When most foreigners visit Vietnam, they are surprised by the motorcycles running in two big cities, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh. Many are scared to cross the roads; however, many young tourists who want adventurous journeys feel very impressed with this particular vehicle. Many choose it as their means of transportation to explore the country.

To meet these needs, we introduce you to this article, which includes some basic skills for driving a motorbike safely in Vietnam, notes to know before and during the hiring time, and the essential address for renting motorbikes in Vietnam.

Warning: Riding a motorbike is dangerous for foreigners. Many terrible accidents have been caused by or related to motorbike riders. Thus, renting and using a motorbike as a means of transportation is adventurous in Vietnam, and it is at your own risk.

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1. Price of hiring a motorbike in Vietnam

Most shops supplying motorbikes in Vietnam offer prices from 150,000VND to 250,000VND per day for one regular scooter and from 250,000VND to 350,000VND for one high-speed motorbike daily. The prices vary for new or old motorcycles.

You may get a lower price if you hire for many days because the shop owners will discount you. Some shops can deliver a scooter to your hotel, but you should ask them about this service because it depends on your hotel’s location.

A price table of standard motorcycles in Vietnam is suggested for reference.

Popular types of motorbikes in Vietnam	Price (within the city, VND)	Price (Out of city, VND)
Yamaha gear scooter (Sirius, Jupiter)	150,000	250,000
Honda gear scooter (Wave, Future)	150,000	250,000
Honda automatic gear motorbike (Lead, Vidon, Airblade)	200,000	350,000
Exciter Yahama and Winner Honda	300,000	400,000

Renting a motorbike with a driver costs 350,000 VND/day within a city. For out-of-the-city trips or trips to another town, the price ranges from 1,125,000 VND/day (~45USD/day) to 1,750,000 VND/day (~70USD/day).

2. Procedures and standard conditions for renting a motorbike in Vietnam

Each shop has its own rules and procedures, which you need to follow. Ask the owners carefully to ensure that you know, understand, and agree to all of their processes and conditions before renting.

Here are the basic procedures and conditions which you need to know:

• A motorbike rental service requires a driver’s license and relevant documents, such as an identity card and driving license (photocopy).
• Pay the rental fee before taking a scooter; most shops like cash.
• You are often asked to deposit more money to make your motorbikes safe. You will receive the extra deposit after you return the motorcycles to the owners and pay other fees if they occur.
• In the case of foreigners and overseas Vietnamese people, when hiring a motorbike, the owners of shops ask for leaving passports.
• Discuss with the owners where to return motorbikes.

3. What to note before receiving a motorbike

• Please check the motorbike carefully before receiving it. The essential parts of the vehicle are tires, brakes, gasoline, lights, and horn.
• Test driving around to check if it works smoothly,
• Search for the nearest gasoline station to refuel,
• Tell the owners to leave enough gasoline enough to go (at least) to the nearest gasoline station,
• Tell them the limit of the distance you can ride the motorbike if you can out of the city, or where else,
• Pay attention to your motorbike to avoid being stolen. Lock it carefully or park it at the correct sites (you usually pay for parking) when you visit tourist places in Vietnam. Take more care of it at night.
• If riding a motorcycle causes any issues, call the owner immediately for advice and instructions to avoid unexpected risks.
• Private car rental addresses often have many different models to choose from. However, to avoid trouble, you should select new cars with quiet noises to rent.
• You need to choose a new vehicle with good sound from the engine because an old one can be damaged along the way.
• Some shops offer old means at a lower price. We recommend you do not select cheap motorbikes. They can use more gasoline and be broken, which costs more money.
• To save time, you should contact the suppliers in advance before you come to take a motorbike or before you want to return it.

4. The list of addresses to hire motorbikes in Vietnam

4.1. Motorbike Rental in Ho Chi Minh City

Vinasat Motorbike Rental

• Address: 33 Ly Van Phuc, Tan Dinh, District 1, HCM
• Phone: 091 312 21 11 Tus & 090 2973327 Trang

Style Motorbikes

• Address: 368 Vo Van Kiet, District 1, Ho Chi Minh
• Phone: 0915 139 796

Dragon Bikes

• Address: 182 / 5A De Tham Street, District 1, HCM
• Phone: 0909 283 280

Thanh Lan Motorbike Rental

• Address: 17C Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Ben Nghe, District 1, HCM
• Phone: 0902 840 361

4.2. Motorcycle rental agencies in Da Nang City

Le Truong Motorcycle Renal

• Address: 92/19 Thi Sach – Da Nang, Vietnam
• Phone: 0977 000 844

Song Han Motorbike Hire

• Address: 86/26 Thi Sach, Hai Chau Dist, Da Nang City, Vietnam

• Phone: 0905 30 40 50 – 0962 200 179

An Nga Motorcycle Rental Service

• Address: 20-22 Le Quang Dao, Bac My Phu, Ngu Hanh Son, Da Nang
• Phone: 090 568 81 01

Rental Motorbikes Quang Nga

• Address: 1B Vu Dinh Long Street, Tho Quang Ward, Son Tra Distric, Da Nang
• Phone: 0827 659 829

Tan Hoa Motorbike Rental

• Address: 184 Huynh Tan Phat, Hoa Cuong Nam, Hai Chau, Da Nang
• Phone: 0868 768 768

Rental Motorbike Da Nang Son Tra

• Address: Alley 74/29 Thi Sach, Hoa Thuan Nam, Hai Chau, Da Nang
• Phone: 097 700 07 44

4.3. Motorbike Rental Addresses in Hoi An

Motorbike Rental Hoi An

• Address: 111 Ly Thai To, Son Phong, Hoi An, Quang Nam
• Phone: 0785 854 252

Anh Khoa Hoi An Motorcycle Hire

• Address: 84 Phan Chu Trinh, Minh An Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam
• Phone: 093 543 93 06

Hoi An Motorbike Rental MotorVina

• Address: 441 Cua Dai, Cam Chau, Hoi An, Quang Nam
• Phone: 0848 005 599

4.4. Addresses of motorcycle rental in Hue City

Motorbike Rental Hue

• Address: 5 Hung Vuong, Phu Hoi, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam
• Phone: 090 551 19 99

Chu Hoe Motorbike  Rental

• Address: 2 Nguyen Cong Tru, Hue City
• Phone: 0935 267 329

Motorcycle Rental Hue – Motorvina

• Address: 14, Alley 42 Nguyen Ceng Tru, Hue City, Vietnam
• Phone: 0935 922 866 – 01232 005 599

Motorbike Rental Service Hanh Thao

• Address: Alley 103/29C Nhat Le Street, Hue City (inside the Imperial Citadel)
• Phone: 098 500 51 13

4.5. Addresses for renting a motorbike in Hanoi

Van Chinh Motorbike

• Address: 24D Ta Hien, Hang Buom, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
• Phone: 0989 595 533.

Nguyen Tu Motorbike

• Address 1: 112B Nguyen Van Cu, Long Bien, Hanoi,
• Address 2: 24D Ta Hien, P. Hang Buom, Q, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
• Phone: 0942467674.

Gia Hung motorbike

• Address: 41 Ngo Huyen District, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.
• Phone: 0936 345 123 Mr. Hai.

5. Essential skills to ride a motorcycle better

With many motorbikes in Vietnam, studying basic skills to control them is vital to staying safe. Managing motorcycles is hard, especially when running at high speed. Learning these rules can help you improve your motorbike use in Vietnam.

5.1. Be alert to signs.

When operating a motorbike, you are both proactive and passive. The passive situation occurs when many other vehicles run. So, be calm, watch traffic signs such as signal lights, and listen to horns to react promptly to any situation on the road.

5.2. Overtake other vehicles when necessary.

Most people think that going at a slow speed and not overtaking other motorbikes or cars is safe. However, in many cases, it is advisable to pass these vehicles when there is enough space and time, not pass when seeing it is not safe. Be careful when you cannot take over slow-running transportation; they can stop or turn left or right immediately.

5.3. Have wide and far observation.

Wide viewing is especially necessary when traveling on small, narrow roads that intersect with many other streets, especially when going through residential areas. Always be ready to brake at any time by placing one or two fingers on the hand brake as a supporting reaction.

5.4. Get wriggling skills.

With chaotic traffic situations like in Vietnam, wriggling skills are also important for saving time and reducing traffic congestion. But be aware that when your vehicle moves through small spaces, you must go in the correct lane and make full use of traffic signals such as turning signals and horns.

5.5. Run with the appropriate speed ​.

Travel at a speed sufficient to control the road situation and not violate traffic laws. Significantly speed up only when you realize that the space in front of you is enough to use the brake if there is an unexpected situation.

5.6. Go to the correct gear level.

Many people, especially women, only use one gear when controlling a geared motorcycle. Please change the gear according to the speed of travel to ensure the safety and durability of the vehicle.

If you run on mountain roads with many steep passes, use low gear. When going uphill, the lower gear helps transfer more torque, while the lower gear holds the car away from inertia. This skill is called the engine brake.

5.7. Move with a group with the correct rules.

If you travel with a group of motorbikes, the safest way is to move in groups of rows one and a maximum of 2, not three rows, depending on the width of the road.

Each person should strictly adhere to his or her position in the group, operate the vehicle so that he or she does not enter the blind spot of the person going in front, and make sure to observe the person behind in the rearview mirror.

5.8. Control cornerings properly

Slow down, return to a low gear, and observe the road surface before cornering, significantly not interrupting the clutch. Be careful with the other vehicles running oppositely.

5.9. Use the brakes properly.

Combine both front and rear brakes, with the front braking force equal to 60-70% of the rear brakes. Limit brakes when it rains, the roads are wet, and you should use a low gear and run at suitable speeds.

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Safe riding a motorbike is the happiness of everyone. Controlling the motorcycle well is the best way to protect yourself and others.

When traveling in Vietnam with a motorbike, you need to know the traffic rules and riding habits of the local people well. Many motorbike-for-rent shops and travel companies in Vietnam also offer motorbike drivers, and you sit at the back of them to enjoy the views.