Top 5 best scooter rentals on Lombok island

Lombok doesn't announce itself the way Bali does, and that's exactly the appeal. Pick up a scooter in Kuta and within ten minutes you can be climbing the grass ridge of Bukit Merese for a sunset over Tanjung Aan that most travellers never see. Push further west along the switchback ridge road to Selong Belanak, where the ride itself rivals the horseshoe bay waiting at the end of it. This is scooter rental in Lombok at its best: no fixed itinerary, just you, a full tank and a coastline that keeps unfolding.

There's no train here and public transport thins out fast once you leave Mataram or Kuta, so a scooter isn't a luxury — it's how you actually get around. The island's highlights sit 30 to 90 minutes apart on quiet, mostly paved secondary roads, and traffic is noticeably lighter than on Bali. A standard 110–125cc automatic is all you need to handle everything from the Pusuk Pass hairpins to the long, empty run out to Pink Beach, and the reward is reaching waterfalls, viewpoints and southern beaches on your own schedule instead of a tour van's.

Top 10 things to see in Lombok by scooter

1. Bukit Merese (Merese Hill) — ten minutes east of Kuta on a paved road; park at the base and walk the grass ridge for the island's classic sunset over Tanjung Aan and the Seger headland.
2. Selong Belanak Beach — the ridge road of tight switchbacks west of Kuta is as good as the horseshoe bay it leads to, home to Lombok's gentlest beginner surf.
3. Mawun Beach — a sheltered crescent on the same south-coast road, with parking right at the sand and almost no crowds midweek.
4. Desa Sade — a traditional Sasak village sitting directly on the Praya–Kuta highway, an easy detour on the way to or from the airport.
5. Pantai Tangsi (Pink Beach) — far southeast in Sekaroh; the long empty run past Jerowaru is one of the island's great rides, and the coral-tinted sand is the payoff.
6. Bukit Malimbu — a roadside viewpoint on the Senggigi–Pemenang coast road, with the Gili islands and Bali's Mount Agung on the horizon.
7. Pusuk Monkey Forest (Pusuk Pass) — the jungle pass between Mataram and the north coast, with smooth hairpins, cool air and macaques on the verge.
8. Sendang Gile & Tiu Kelep Waterfalls — twin falls at Senaru on Rinjani's north flank; the climb up from Bayan is scenic and beats waiting on a tour van's schedule.
9. Bukit Selong (Sembalun Valley) — a short hill above Sembalun Lawang with a view over garlic and rice fields ringed by Rinjani's crater rim.
10. Benang Kelambu & Benang Stokel Waterfalls — curtain-like falls in central Lombok near Aik Berik, an easy day trip from Mataram or Praya through cool highland villages.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Lombok?

You'll need your home motorcycle licence plus an International Driving Permit — a car-only licence doesn't cover a scooter here. The legal riding age in Indonesia is 17, though many rental shops set their own higher minimum. A deposit is standard, and shops often ask to hold your passport or an ID copy as security instead of cash.

How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Lombok?

A standard 110–125cc automatic (think Honda Vario or Beat, Yamaha Mio or Fino) runs around 100,000 IDR/day in low season, rising to roughly 130,000–175,000 IDR/day in high season. Want more power for long days out to Rinjani or Pink Beach? A Yamaha NMAX 155, Honda PCX 160 or ADV160 costs 150,000–300,000 IDR/day depending on the season.

• Weekly bookings typically work out 15–25% cheaper per day; monthly rentals fall to around 700,000–1,200,000 IDR total.
• July and August are the priciest months, with a shorter spike around Christmas and New Year.
• Hotel desks and airport counters generally charge more than street shops in Kuta or Senggigi.

When to book a rental scooter in Lombok?

High season runs May to September, peaking in July and August, plus a short surge around the holidays. Low season stretches November to March, with January and February the cheapest and quietest months to ride. If your dates are flexible, book a scooter rental in Lombok for November or early December for the best value before the year-end rush.

Local traffic rules in Lombok

Indonesia drives on the left. Helmets are mandatory for rider and passenger alike, and checks are common in tourist areas, so keep your licence and IDP on you. Speed limits sit around 50 km/h in towns and up to 80 km/h on out-of-town roads. Drink-driving enforcement is strict, so treat it as zero tolerance. Ready to explore? Just use the search form at the top of the page to rent a scooter in Lombok. Have a nice trip!

Types of scooters available

On our website you can rent the following types of scooters: classic scooter, Vespa, moped, motoroller, motoscooter, with a sidecar, with automatic or manual gears, three-wheeled scooters, large, maxi-scooter, touring, scooters with a windscreen and a roof, underbones, electric scooters.

Models of scooters available

On our website you can hire scooters from the following manufacturers: Adly, Aeon, Aprilia, Piaggio, Bajaj, Benelli, Beta, BMW, Derbi, Gilera, Honda, Kawasaki, Kymco, LML, Malaguti, Peugeot, PGO, Suzuki, SYM, TVS, Vespa, Yamaha.

Which insurance is provided with my rental scooter?

Usually basic third-party insurance is included in the rental price. If you wish to have more protection you can purchase additional CDW insurance, which limits your risk to the amount of your deposit. If you wish to rent a scooter without a deposit and with zero risk, you will need to add full insurance to your reservation.

Extra services available

When you make an online scooter reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, delivery to your hotel, delivery to your address, delivery to the arrival point of your choice.

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Most of our local moped rental companies have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept scooter, helmet, lock, top case, GPS, insurance and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a scooter, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!