Motorcycle Rental in Buenos Aires from BikesBooking.com

Buenos Aires rewards anyone willing to cover ground fast. Swing through the painted tin houses of Caminito in La Boca in the morning, then cross town by afternoon to watch the light change over Puerto Madero's glass towers and the Puente de la Mujer. A motorcycle turns what would be a slow, sweaty slog on foot into an easy string of neighborhoods, and it's the only way to fit in a river-side detour through the Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve before dinner.

This city was practically built for two wheels. Streets run in a strict grid, the ground is flat from the Río de la Plata all the way out to the western barrios, and there's no mountain pass or technical riding to worry about. What there is plenty of is traffic — Buenos Aires drivers treat lanes as suggestions, and parking a car downtown is either impossible or expensive. A scooter slips through all of that, and it also opens up trips that are a real chore by bus or taxi, like riding north along the coast to San Isidro or heading out to the river towns of Tigre for the day.

Top 10 things to see in Buenos Aires by motorcycle

1. Caminito, La Boca — a short ride into the colorful port barrio, the classic first stop for visitors on two wheels.
2. Puerto Madero waterfront — flat, well-paved docks lined with skyscrapers and the Puente de la Mujer, perfect for an easy evening ride.
3. Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve — a riverside road along the Río de la Plata leading to a wide nature reserve where you can park and walk.
4. Palermo Bosques and Planetario Galileo Galilei — leafy park roads, lakes and a rose garden make for a relaxed loop.
5. Recoleta Cemetery and Plaza Francia — iconic mausoleums next to a lively plaza, central and easy to fold into a city route.
6. Plaza de Mayo and Casa Rosada — the historic and political heart of the city, a good anchor point for a downtown ride.
7. San Telmo (Plaza Dorrego area) — cobblestone streets and antique markets, some of the most atmospheric riding in the oldest barrio.
8. Tigre and the Paraná Delta — a popular day-trip ride north along the coast to the river delta towns and boat docks.
9. San Isidro (Camino de la Costa / Av. del Libertador north) — a coastal avenue past riverside mansions, the cathedral and the yacht club.
10. Autódromo Oscar y Juan Gálvez — a motorsport landmark in Parque Almirante Brown, worth the ride for any track enthusiast.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Buenos Aires?

Argentina has no moped exemption, so you'll need a valid motorcycle licence from your home country, carried together with an International Driving Permit and your passport. Rental shops set their own minimum age, typically in the low twenties, and will ask for a deposit, usually held on a credit card, though some smaller operators prefer cash and a copy of your passport.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Buenos Aires?

A basic scooter runs around ARS 6,000–7,000 per day in low season and ARS 9,000–13,000 per day in high season. Larger-displacement and premium models cost roughly 1.5–2.5 times that, around ARS 12,000–20,000 per day. Keep in mind Argentina's inflation means peso prices move fast, so treat these as rough guides rather than fixed quotes.

• Prices climb in December–February, the Southern Hemisphere summer and the busiest tourist season, with a smaller bump around Easter.
• Prices drop in June–August, the quiet winter months with the fewest visitors on the road.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Buenos Aires?

High season runs December through February, when the city is warm, busy and prices sit at their peak. Low season falls in June, July and August, when you'll find the cheapest daily rates and an easier time booking on short notice. If you're planning a summer trip, it's worth reserving your motorcycle rental in Buenos Aires a few weeks ahead, since availability tightens as the season fills up.

Local traffic rules in Buenos Aires

Argentina drives on the right, and helmets are mandatory for every rider and passenger on a scooter or motorcycle — police enforce this rule routinely. Urban speed limits sit around 40 km/h on streets and 60 km/h on avenues, so there's rarely a reason to push it, especially with buses and taxis cutting across lanes without warning. The safest approach to alcohol is simple: don't drink before you ride, since several parts of the country apply zero tolerance and the national limit for motorcyclists is already stricter than for car drivers.

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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.

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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!