Motorcycle, bike and scooter rentals in Rimini

Rimini rewards anyone willing to leave the beach umbrella behind for an afternoon. Cross the Ponte di Tiberio into the old town, wind past Piazza Cavalli and the Malatesta fortress, then run the coast road down to Riccione with the Adriatic on one side and gelato stands on the other. On a scooter this is a loop you finish in a morning — on foot it's a day, and by car it's a parking headache.

The centro storico is built for two wheels, not four: one-way lanes, tight corners, and almost nowhere to leave a car. A scooter slips through all of it and parks wherever you land. The Riviera Romagnola itself is flat and straight, so cruising the lungomare toward Riccione or Cattolica takes no effort at all, while the hills behind the coast — toward San Marino and San Leo — give you switchbacks that are far more fun leaning into on a scooter than crawling up in traffic.

Top 10 things to see in Rimini by scooter

1. Ponte di Tiberio — a Roman-era bridge still carrying traffic today, an easy ride into the historic center and a natural photo stop.
2. Arco d'Augusto — the oldest surviving Roman arch, marking the start of Via Flaminia and the start of a loop through old Rimini.
3. Piazza Cavalli and Castel Sismondo — the Malatesta fortress sits right in the center, a good base before you head to the sea.
4. Tempio Malatestiano — Alberti's Renaissance cathedral, a short detour off the main riding loop through the old town.
5. Rimini's Lungomare — the long seafront promenade past the beach clubs, the classic cruising ride along the Adriatic.
6. Borgo San Giuliano — a colorful old fishermen's quarter full of murals, just across the bridge from downtown.
7. San Marino — this hilltop microstate is about 25km inland, a favorite half-day run with switchback roads and wide views.
8. San Leo — a clifftop fortress and medieval village up in the Marecchia valley, one of the most scenic rides in the area.
9. Riccione seafront — the neighboring resort town just south along the coast road, an easy extension of any beach ride.
10. Verucchio — a hilltown above the Marecchia valley with a rocca and panoramic views, a great short countryside loop.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Rimini?

For a 50cc moped you'll need at least an AM licence; anything from 51cc up to 125cc calls for an A1 licence. If you're riding on a standard car (B) licence, some operators will let you take out a 125cc scooter under Italy's local allowance — but this varies by rental company, so confirm it when you book. Non-EU licence holders should bring an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence. Most shops set a minimum age around 18 and take a deposit, usually a hold on your credit card, scaled to the value of the scooter.

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

Expect to pay EUR 5-15/day in low season, and EUR 20-40/day during the July and August rush. Premium or larger-displacement scooters, including Vespa-style 125cc+ models, run EUR 35-60/day at peak.

• Cheapest: November through February, outside the Christmas and New Year weeks.
• Most expensive: July and August, plus the Ferragosto weeks in mid-August.
• Spring and early autumn sit comfortably in between.

When to book a rental scooter in Rimini?

If you're chasing the lowest prices, the winter months from November to March are quietest, though some seasonal outlets on the coast scale back or close. High season runs June through August, when Rimini's beaches and the whole Riviera Romagnola get busy and rates climb toward the EUR 40/day mark. The sweet spot is May, June, September and early October — warm, far less crowded, and easier to find availability without booking weeks ahead. In July and August it's worth reserving your scooter rental in Rimini in advance, since the best bikes go quickly.

Local traffic rules in Rimini

Italy drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for every rider and passenger, no exceptions, and dipped headlights must stay on at all times on a scooter, day or night. Speed limits are 50 km/h in town, 90 km/h on regular roads outside built-up areas, and up to 110 km/h on the main extra-urban routes — though a 50cc moped is capped at 45 km/h and can't use motorways or the faster dual carriageways. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, dropping to zero if you've held your licence less than three years or are under 21. One more thing to watch for in the old town: camera-enforced ZTL zones catch anyone riding into the historic center without a permit, and the fine tends to arrive by post months later.

Book your scooter rental in Rimini through the search form at the top of the page, and you're set for the coast, the old town and the hills behind it. 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!