Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Brussels

Picture yourself cutting past the tour groups clogging the pavement toward Grand-Place, then twenty minutes later parked at the foot of the Atomium, its silver spheres catching the afternoon light. That's the kind of day a motorcycle buys you in Brussels — one where the Cinquantenaire's triumphal arch and the leafy loops of Bois de la Cambre both fit into a single afternoon instead of two separate bus rides. If you want to rent a motorcycle in Brussels, this is exactly the freedom our website exists to hand you.

Brussels' old town is a maze of narrow, cobbled one-way streets where a car spends more time hunting for a parking spot than moving, and spots that do exist rarely come cheap. A motorcycle slips through that same tangle and tucks into a gap near the EU quarter or the museum district in seconds. Most of the city's landmarks sit within five kilometres of each other, so what would be a slow, transfer-heavy metro trip becomes a quick, direct hop — letting you string together the Atomium, Cinquantenaire and the southern parks in one loop rather than three separate outings.

Top 10 things to see in Brussels by motorcycle

1. Grand-Place / Grote Markt — the iconic guild-hall square at the heart of the old city, the obvious first stop.
2. Atomium — the landmark 1958 World's Fair structure with an observation deck, a short ride north to Heysel.
3. Cinquantenaire Park (Parc du Cinquantenaire) — a triumphal arch and museums along wide avenues that are pleasant to ride and easy to park near.
4. Manneken Pis — the famous small statue a few minutes' walk from Grand-Place, a quick photo-stop detour.
5. Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Koekelberg — one of the world's largest churches, with a rooftop viewpoint over the city.
6. Mont des Arts — terraced gardens with a classic panoramic view over the lower town's rooftops.
7. Bois de la Cambre and Forêt de Soignes — a big green loop south of the city with winding roads, popular for an afternoon ride.
8. Place Flagey and Ixelles Ponds (Étangs d'Ixelles) — a lively square and lakeside path in a trendy district, a good short scenic ride.
9. Royal Palace of Brussels and Place Royale — grand architecture and open squares near the Parc de Bruxelles.
10. Autoworld and the Jubelpark museums district — worth combining with Cinquantenaire, especially if you're into vehicles and history.

A note on the first two: Grand-Place and Manneken Pis sit in a pedestrian zone, so treat them as a park-and-walk stop rather than a ride-right-up destination.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Brussels?

Belgium follows the EU's staged motorcycle licence system — A1, A2 or full A — and which class you need depends on the bike's engine size and power, so check this against the specific model with your rental agent. The legal minimum age starts at 18 for the lightest class, rising for more powerful bikes, though most rental companies set their own higher minimum, often 18–21 and up, and may ask that you've held your licence a minimum length of time. Bring your passport or ID and expect a deposit, usually held as a card pre-authorisation; the exact amount depends on the operator and the bike. Non-EU visitors are best off carrying an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence, even where it isn't strictly required.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Brussels?

Rates in EUR shift with the season and the bike you choose:

• Around EUR 25/day during low season, roughly November to February.
• EUR 40–55/day in peak summer, June through August.
• EUR 70–100+/day for larger-displacement or premium touring bikes at any time of year.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Brussels?

High season runs June to August, with a smaller bump around Easter and the May holidays, and it's when both demand and prices peak — book ahead if you're arriving then. Low season stretches from November through March, when rates drop to their cheapest and some seasonal operators scale back hours. If you'd rather skip both the summer crowds and the winter damp, May, June and September hit the sweet spot: mild weather, long daylight and calmer roads.

Local traffic rules in Brussels

Belgium drives on the right, and helmets are compulsory for every motorcycle rider and passenger. Motorcycles ride with dipped headlights on at all times, day or night. Most streets across the Brussels-Capital Region carry a default 30 km/h limit, well below the 50 km/h general urban limit elsewhere in the country and the 120 km/h motorway limit, so watch the signage closely as you move between zones. The blood alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, and roadside breath testing is routine. One local quirk catches out most visiting riders: priority to the right at unmarked junctions, where traffic joining from your right has the right of way unless signs say otherwise — worth remembering before your first ride through the old town.

Types of motorcycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of motorcycles: cruiser, sport, touring, standard, classic, dual-purpose, dirt bikes, street, naked bikes or roadsters, choppers, custom, streetfighter, sport-touring, dual-sport, on-road, off-road, adventure motorcycles, supermoto, scrambler, motorcycle with sidecar, enduro, motocross mx, trail, motards, tricycles, bikes with automatic or manual gears, luxury motorbikes.

Models of motorcycles available

On our website you can hire motorcycles from the following manufacturers: BMW, Harley Davidson, Aprilia, Buell, Cagiva, Ducati, Gilera, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Jawa, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi, Triumph, Benelli, Bajaj, Indian, Royal Enfield, TVS, Beta, Bimota.

Which insurance is provided?

Most providers include basic third-party liability insurance in the rental price, with options to upgrade to fuller coverage that reduces or removes your deposit liability in case of damage or theft. Always confirm exactly what is and isn’t covered before you set off.

Extra services available

When you make an online motorbike 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, or delivery to your chosen address.

Why use BikesBooking.com?

• Compare prices from multiple local rental companies in one place;
• Read reviews from previous customers;
• Reserve online with a Best Price Guarantee;
• Friendly support if your plans change.

Most of our motorcycle rental providers have years of experience and will equip you with a well-maintained bike, helmet and insurance for the ride ahead. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a motorcycle locally, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!