Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Nicosia

Nicosia rewards riders who go looking for it. Loop the star-shaped Venetian Walls at sunset, park at the Famagusta Gate, then walk across the Green Line at Ledra Street to wander the old streets of the divided city's northern half. Head out of town and the roads climb straight into the Troodos foothills, where a scooter or motorcycle turns a slow, sweaty drive into an afternoon of pine forest and hairpin bends. It's the kind of place where the best moments happen off the itinerary, and a bike is what gets you to them.

The old town itself is built for two wheels, not four. Its streets are narrow, one-way, and short on parking, so cars end up circling while a scooter simply threads through and stops wherever it likes. Nicosia is also the natural hub for day trips — the coast, the mountains and the border villages are all close enough to reach and return from in a single day, distances that feel long behind a windscreen but easy on a bike. That's really the case for **renting a motorcycle in Nicosia**: the city is compact, the surrounding routes are made for riding, and nothing beats the freedom of setting your own pace.

Top 10 things to see in Nicosia by motorcycle

1. Nicosia Venetian Walls & Famagusta Gate — ride a loop around the star-shaped Renaissance fortifications and stop at the restored Famagusta Gate, the old city's main landmark.
2. Ledra Street crossing to North Nicosia — park up and walk across the Green Line checkpoint to see the divided city's old town on the Turkish-Cypriot side.
3. Kykkos Monastery — a classic day-ride into the Troodos foothills to Cyprus's richest and most famous monastery.
4. Troodos Mountains (Mount Olympus / Troodos Square) — twisty mountain roads with pine forests and viewpoints, a favorite loop for riders escaping the city heat.
5. Machairas Monastery — a scenic, less-touristy mountain road southeast of Nicosia leading to a monastery set in pine-covered hills.
6. Asinou Church (Panagia Forviotissa) — a UNESCO-listed frescoed church reached via a pleasant countryside ride through the Solea valley.
7. Lefkara village — a popular ride south to a picturesque village famous for lace-making and stone architecture.
8. Larnaca Salt Lake & Hala Sultan Tekke — an easy coastal run from Nicosia to the flamingo-dotted salt lake and its lakeside mosque.
9. Kakopetria old village — a twisty foothill route to a well-preserved traditional village with a river running through it, popular with weekend riders.
10. Pyla village and buffer zone road — a short, unusual ride through the UN-controlled buffer zone to one of the few mixed Greek/Turkish Cypriot villages left.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Nicosia?

You'll need a motorcycle licence matching the engine size of the bike you want — larger displacement models require a higher category, so check with your operator which one applies. Riders from outside the EU should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence. Most rental shops set their own minimum age, often higher than the legal minimum of 18 for powered two-wheelers, and will ask for a deposit, usually held on a card. If a shop asks to hold your passport instead, you're entitled to offer a card deposit in its place.

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

A basic 50-125cc scooter runs EUR 20-30 per day in low season and EUR 35-55 in high season, while larger touring or sport motorcycles (400cc and up) go for EUR 50-90 or more per day.

• Prices climb through spring and peak in July-August, the busiest tourist months.
• Rates drop from November through March, the cheapest and quietest stretch of the year.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Nicosia?

High season runs June through August, when prices peak and availability gets tight, especially around the coastal resorts. Low season, November to March, brings the cheapest rates and the widest choice of bikes, though the Troodos mountains can see snow between January and March. If you want the sweet spot, April, May, September and October offer warm, dry days without the midsummer heat — book a couple of weeks ahead if you're travelling in August.

Local traffic rules in Nicosia

Cyprus drives on the left, so overtake on the right and give way to traffic already on a roundabout. Helmets are compulsory for riders and passengers on every powered two-wheeler, and police do issue on-the-spot fines for riding without one. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas, 80 km/h on rural roads and 100 km/h on motorways, all enforced by cameras. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.05%, with a stricter limit for novice drivers, and handheld phone use while riding is banned — hands-free only. If you want to **rent a motorcycle in Nicosia**, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!

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!