Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Mytilene

Lesvos rewards anyone willing to cover ground, and the easiest way to do that is on two wheels. Ride out of Mytilini toward Molyvos and its Genoese castle rising over the harbor, or follow the coast road to Sigri, where fossilized trees mark the end of the island's wild west. A **motorcycle rental in Mytilini** puts all of it within reach in a single day — no bus timetables, no waiting around.

Lesvos is Greece's third-largest island, and its main draws sit far apart along winding hill and coastal roads. A car works, but it's slower through the narrow lanes of Agiasos or Plomari and pricier for the distances involved. A scooter or motorcycle threads through easily, parks in a village square with no trouble, and lets you set your own pace between swims, ouzo stops and viewpoints. That's why so many visitors choose to **rent a motorcycle in Mytilini** rather than book a car or rely on the island's limited bus routes.

Top 10 things to see in Mytilini by motorcycle

1. Mytilini Castle (Kastro) — a Byzantine-Genoese-Ottoman fortress on the hill above town, an easy first ride with harbor views.
2. Molyvos (Mithymna) — a hill-town crowned by a Genoese castle over the water, the classic run up the north coast.
3. Petra and the Church of Panagia Glykofilousa — a chapel perched on a rock beside a long sandy beach, on the same north-coast route as Molyvos.
4. Sigri and the Petrified Forest of Lesvos — fossilized trees and a remote fishing village at the far end of the island's west coast.
5. Plomari — a south-coast harbor town known for ouzo, reached through pine and olive groves.
6. Agiasos — a mountain village on Mount Olympus with cobbled lanes and a well-known monastery.
7. Vatera Beach — one of the island's longest stretches of sand, a relaxed ride-and-swim spot on the south coast.
8. Skala Eressou — birthplace of the poet Sappho, with a lively beach town at the end of a scenic cross-island drive.
9. Thermi and the coastal road to Mytilini — an easy seafront ride past small fishing harbors and tavernas just north of town.
10. Ipios Monastery near Mantamados — a well-known monastery that pairs nicely with village roads and countryside for a half-day loop.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Mytilini?

For scooters up to 50cc, category AM is enough; anything 125cc and above needs the matching motorcycle licence — A1, A2 or A. A car licence alone doesn't cover you on a scooter in Greece. Riders from outside the EU should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence. The minimum age is generally 16 for AM mopeds and 18 for the higher categories, though rental companies often set their own, stricter age and licence-holding requirements. Expect a deposit, usually held on a credit card, with the amount depending on the bike and the operator.

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

Prices swing a lot with the season. In low season you're looking at roughly 20–25 EUR per day; in high season that rises to about 35–50 EUR, and premium models can run 50–70 EUR per day.

• Cheapest: November–March, when many shops on the island close for the season.
• Most expensive: July–August, when demand peaks and bikes sell out early.
• Best value: shoulder months like May–June and September–October, with good weather and fewer crowds.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Mytilini?

July and August bring the highest prices, the fullest roads and heat that makes wearing proper gear uncomfortable, so bikes get booked out well ahead. November through March is low season with the best rates, but many rental shops shut down entirely over winter. May, June, September and October hit the sweet spot — warm days, thinner crowds and prices between the two extremes, so aim to book a few weeks ahead if you want a specific model.

Local traffic rules in Mytilini

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are mandatory for both rider and passenger, and police do enforce this with real fines. Speed limits are 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on the open road and up to 110–130 km/h on faster roads, though smaller-engine bikes are capped lower. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l generally, but only 0.2 g/l for motorcyclists and new drivers, so it's best to skip the ouzo tasting in Plomari until you're off the bike. Keep to paved roads — insurance almost never covers dirt tracks or beaches — and always carry your licence, IDP and rental papers with you.

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!